Santosh Maher

Background

About Santosh Maher

I am a Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning Scientist with over 5+ years of Research & Development experience in NLP & ML. My expertise spans various cutting-edge projects, utilizing Python, NLP, ML, and deep learning architectures like deep neural networks, speech recognition, and natural language processing. Professional Experience: Throughout my 4+ years of industry experience, I have contributed significantly to diverse projects. Notably, I played a key role in developing voice-based virtual chatbots like "khoch" and implementing an advanced HR recommendation system called "SmartHiring." My expertise also extends to unstructured document classification, parsing, Named Entity Recognition (NER), Information Extraction Utility, HRV (Heart Rate Variability), semantic searching, matching, and text summarization, among others. Worked with Leading Companies: I have collaborated with renowned organizations like ACL Digital (Paypal) on critical NLP projects and made significant contributions to Union Bank of the Philippines' banking project while working with Aboitz Data Innovation (ADI). Expertise in Open Chatbot Frameworks: I possess hands-on experience with various open chatbot frameworks, including RASA, Google Dialogflow, and Amazon Lex. Leveraging these frameworks, I have successfully developed conversational AI solutions that enhance user experiences and streamline interactions across platforms. Academic Background: My academic qualifications include an M.Sc in Computer Science (Machine Learning). Presently, I am pursuing a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence from Dr.B.A Marathwada University, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India. My commitment to continuous learning ensures that I stay at the forefront of the latest advancements in NLP & ML. Technical Proficiency: I am proficient in a range of programming languages, including Python, R, and Node JS, along with expertise in databases such as MySql, Oracle 11g, and MongoDB. In the ML domain, I am well-versed in powerful frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, and NLTK. Additionally, I am adept at working with cloud platforms like Google Colab, AWS, and Azure. Voluntary Contributions in INTERSPEECH-2018, I had the opportunity to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing in the speech technology community. Passion for Innovation: I am deeply passionate about pushing the boundaries of NLP and ML. My eagerness to leverage my skills and experience, including expertise in open chatbot frameworks, drives me to contribute to innovation and create meaningful solutions in the field.