Rakesh Pal
Data Scientist & ML/AI/Gen_AI Engineer
Open to Opportunities
Skilled professional specializing in Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, and Gen-AI
Professional Summary
4 Years
Total Experience
Certified Data Scientist with 4 years of progressive experience in the IT industry, specializing in Data Science, AI/ML, Deep Learning, Gen-AI, Computer Vision,NLP, AWS and Statistics across government, Banking, Agriculture,ETV,Healthcare and Broadcasting sectors. Currently leading AI initiatives at IIT Madras Pravartak, developing enterprise-scale solutions including RAG-powered chatbots, TTS/ASR systems, and agentic AI frameworks.
Key Expertise: Designed and deployed 15+ production-grade AI systems including conversational AI agents using GPT, BERT, and Llama models etc.. with advanced RAG architectures. Built computer vision solutions achieving 80-85% accuracy in agricultural pest/disease/weed detection using YOLOv5/v8, ResNet, and U-Net. Implemented multi-lingual NLP systems with TTS/ASR capabilities for broadcasting and government applications. Proficient in end-to-end ML pipeline development from data collection and annotation to model deployment on AWS/GCP using FastAPI, Streamlit, and Docker.
Key Expertise: Designed and deployed 15+ production-grade AI systems including conversational AI agents using GPT, BERT, and Llama models etc.. with advanced RAG architectures. Built computer vision solutions achieving 80-85% accuracy in agricultural pest/disease/weed detection using YOLOv5/v8, ResNet, and U-Net. Implemented multi-lingual NLP systems with TTS/ASR capabilities for broadcasting and government applications. Proficient in end-to-end ML pipeline development from data collection and annotation to model deployment on AWS/GCP using FastAPI, Streamlit, and Docker.
Technical Skills
Languages & Core
Python (Advanced)
SQL
Django
FastAPI
Streamlit
Flask
AI/ML & Deep Learning
TensorFlow
PyTorch
Keras
Scikit-learn
XGBoost
OpenCV
YOLOv5/v8
U-Net
ResNet
EfficientNet
Transfer Learning
Gen-AI & NLP
LLMs: GPT-3/4, BERT, Llama 2, Mistral
Architectures: Transformers, Attention mechanisms, Encoder-Decoder
Frameworks: LangChain, LlamaIndex, Hugging Face Transformers, MCP Server
RAG: Vector retrieval, Hybrid search, Reranking
Embeddings: Sentence Transformers, OpenAI
NLP: spaCy, NLTK, NER, Sentiment Analysis
Conversational AI: RASA, Botkit
Speech: Whisper, Wav2Vec 2.0, Tacotron, TTS/ASR
Agents: MCP Server, Multi-agent systems, Tool calling
Data & Databases
Relational: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL
Vector DB: Redis, ChromaDB, Pinecone
NoSQL: MongoDB
Big Data: Apache Spark, Hadoop, MapReduce, Hive
ETL/ELT: Apache Airflow, Kafka, Luigi, Talend
Processing: Pandas, NumPy, Spark SQL, MLlib
Annotation: LabelImg, CVAT
Delta Lake
Cloud & DevOps
AWS: EC2, S3, Lambda, SageMaker
GCP
Docker
Git
MLflow
CI/CD: GitHub Actions, Jenkins
Specialized
OCR: Tesseract
PDF Processing
Web Scraping: BeautifulSoup, Selenium
RESTful APIs
Tableau
Power BI
GIS/Geospatial
Core Competencies
Analytics & Research
Predictive Analytics
Data Mining
Statistical Analysis
Market Research
Business Intelligence
Business Intelligence
Data Warehousing
Decision Support Systems
Professional Experience
AI Engineer
IIT Madras Pravartak
Feb 2025 – Present
- Developed and deployed conversational AI agents (chatbots, virtual assistants) using LLMs like GPT, BERT, and Llama models from Hugging Face
- Implemented RAG pipelines by integrating vector databases (Redis, ChromaDB) with LLMs to enhance factual accuracy
- Worked on diverse NLP projects including text summarization, translation, transcription, and sentiment analysis
Key Projects:
CAG Chatbot - Complete RAG Pipeline
Built end-to-end RAG pipeline with PDF parsing, chunking, embeddings, Redis vector DB, hybrid search, and LLM integration. Enables intelligent Q&A from high court documents with factual accuracy.
Llama
Redis
RAG
FastAPI
CUB MSME Form Validation
OCR-based system for automated validation of MSME application forms. Integrated document processing, data extraction, and validation workflows with high accuracy for form processing.
OCR
OpenCV
Tesseract
Python
NACIN Multi-lingual Chatbot
Multi-lingual tax and customs assistant supporting multiple Indian languages. Built with intent recognition, contextual dialogue, and personalized responses for complex tax queries.
BERT
GPT
LangChain
Multi-lingual NLP
Neural TTS with Voice Cloning
Advanced text-to-speech system with neural voice cloning capabilities. Supports multiple voices, emotional tones, and real-time speech synthesis with human-like quality.
Tacotron
WaveNet
PyTorch
Voice Cloning
Automatic Speech Recognition System
Real-time speech recognition system with noise cancellation and speaker diarization. Supports multiple languages and accents with high accuracy transcription.
Whisper
Wav2Vec
TensorFlow
Noise Cancellation
Agentic AI with ReAct Framework
Autonomous AI agent implementing ReAct (Reasoning + Acting) framework. Capable of complex problem-solving, tool usage, and multi-step decision making.
ReAct
Autonomous Agents
LangChain
GPT-4
ETV Broadcasting TTS Integration
Broadcasting system integration with TTS for automated news reading and announcements. Real-time text processing and speech synthesis for media broadcasting.
Broadcasting
TTS
Real-time
Media Integration
Parliament Proceedings ASR
Automatic speech recognition system for parliament proceedings. Speaker identification, multi-lingual support, and real-time transcription for parliamentary sessions.
ASR
Speaker Diarization
Multi-lingual
Real-time
Production-Grade RAG System
Scalable RAG implementation with caching, load balancing, and monitoring. Production-ready system supporting millions of documents with sub-second response times.
RAG
Redis
FastAPI
AWS
Assistant Professor
ITM University, Raipur
Nov 2024 – Jan 2025
- Lectured on Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI curriculum for undergraduate and graduate programs
- Developed course materials and supervised student projects in Computer Vision, NLP, and Generative AI
- Conducted practical lab sessions on Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and modern AI frameworks
- Provided career guidance and placement preparation for students pursuing AI/ML roles
AI Engineer
NIC Raipur
Sept 2022 – Oct 2024
- Contributed to object detection and classification models to optimize agricultural processes and improve crop yield
- Worked on object detection, segmentation, and classification models for agriculture using advanced deep learning techniques
- Managed SQL Server database administration and optimization with security measures
- Led agricultural implement management platform development
Key Projects:
Pest Detection in Paddy
YOLOv8-based real-time pest detection system for paddy fields. Detects multiple pest types with high accuracy, enabling early intervention and reducing crop damage.
YOLOv8
Real-time
OpenCV
PyTorch
Disease Detection in Paddy
Multi-class disease classification using ResNet/EfficientNet models. Identifies 15+ paddy diseases from leaf images with 95%+ accuracy, aiding farmers in timely treatment.
ResNet
EfficientNet
TensorFlow
Image Classification
Weed Detection in Paddy
Hybrid YOLOv5 + U-Net segmentation system for precise weed detection and localization. Enables targeted weed removal and reduces herbicide usage by 60%.
YOLOv5
U-Net
Segmentation
Computer Vision
PostgreSQL-Powered Farmer Assistant
Rule-based chatbot integrated with agricultural database. Provides instant guidance on crop management, weather, market prices, and government schemes.
PostgreSQL
Rule-based AI
WebSocket
Django
Facial Recognition Attendance System
Employee attendance system with facial recognition and anti-spoofing measures. Real-time face detection, liveness detection, and accurate attendance logging.
Face Recognition
Anti-spoofing
Real-time
OpenCV
Agricultural Implement Rental Platform
Full-stack platform for farmers to rent/exchange agricultural machinery. Features include booking system, payment integration, GPS tracking, and maintenance scheduling.
Django
PostgreSQL
REST API
Payment Gateway
Application Developer
Augtech NextWealth IT Service Pvt Ltd, Bhilai
Feb 2022 – July 2022
- Developed websites using Python with Django framework
- Implemented web scraping solutions using BeautifulSoup and Selenium
- Created chatbots for multiple platforms including Facebook, LinkedIn, and WhatsApp using APIs
- Tested APIs through Postman and integrated them into code nodes
- Built chatbots using RASA and Botkit frameworks
Academic Projects
Prediction of Breast Cancer Using Machine Learning
122 Days
Developed multiple classifiers including logistic regression for forecasting breast cancer with insights predictions. Explored various data mining approaches utilizing classification to produce in-depth predictions on breast cancer data. Identified optimal model with high efficiency by accessing datasets across diverse classifiers. Utilized UCI machine learning repository with 699 instances and 11 attributes from breast cancer dataset.
HR Management System
426 Days
Developed comprehensive system for maintaining employee records and performing all CRUD operations for efficient human resource management.
Smart Automatic Toilet Cleaning System
120 Days
Created fully automated toilet cleaning system for railway and residential use. Implemented cleaning of toilet seat, walls, and floor using pressurized water and cleaning fluid with automatic drying. Integrated human presence detection to initiate cleaning process automatically.
Achievements
National eGovernance Award 2023 (Gold)
View CertificateResearch Paper - Breast Cancer
View CertificateBIT Research - Breast Cancer
View CertificateMapathon
View CertificateML Board Game Predictor
View CertificatePaper Presentation - Wave Optics
View CertificateNSS Certificate Type B
View CertificateCertifications
Alison - Diploma in ML
View Certificate360DigiTMG - Data Science Python
View CertificatePython for Data Science
View CertificateOracle SQL
View CertificateUdemy - ML with Python
View CertificatePython Django
View CertificateCoursera Python
View CertificateMachine Learning with Python
View CertificateMachine Learning & Data Science
View CertificateISRO - Remote Sensing & Global Navigation
View CertificateGeospatial Master Plan
View CertificateRemote Sensing in Agriculture
View CertificateISRO - Coastal Ocean Process
View CertificateNPTEL English
View CertificateEducation
M.Tech. in Data Science
BITS Pilani, Hyderabad
2024
B.Tech. in Computer Science
Bhilai Institute of Technology, Raipur
2021
XII (Senior Secondary)
Gandhi Memorial Senior Secondary School
2017
X (High School)
Gandhi Memorial Senior Secondary School
2015