Shahil Mawjee
About Shahil Mawjee
Shahil Mawjee is a Member of Technical Staff at Dragonfruit AI, with a background in computer science and experience in various roles including machine learning engineering and teaching assistance. He holds a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of the Witwatersrand.
Work at Dragonfruit AI
Shahil Mawjee has been employed at Dragonfruit AI as a Member of Technical Staff since 2022. His role involves contributing to the development and implementation of advanced AI solutions. The company focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance various applications, and Mawjee's expertise plays a critical role in achieving these objectives.
Previous Experience in Machine Learning
Prior to his current position, Mawjee worked as a Machine Learning Engineer at Deep Learning Café from 2019 for a duration of seven months. His responsibilities included developing machine learning models and collaborating on projects aimed at advancing AI technologies. Additionally, he served as a Teaching Assistant at the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences in 2019 and 2020, where he supported educational initiatives in Kigali, Rwanda.
Educational Background
Mawjee holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of the Witwatersrand, completed in 2014. He furthered his education with a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computer Science in 2015. He also earned a Master of Science in Computer Science, specializing in Reinforcement Learning, from 2020. In addition, he completed a Nanodegree in Deep Learning from Udacity in 2017.
Experience in Software Development
Mawjee has a background in software development, having worked as a System Developer at Investec from 2016 to 2017. He also held the position of Technical Lead at Kriterion from 2020 to 2021, where he oversaw technical projects and contributed to the organization's growth. His diverse experience spans various roles in academia and industry, enhancing his technical skills.