Daniyal Maniar
About Daniyal Maniar
Daniyal Maniar is a Software Engineer currently employed at Riot Games, where he develops data-driven moderation systems and advanced deep learning solutions. He has previous experience at IBM and Queen's University, and he holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering.
Work at Riot Games
Daniyal Maniar currently serves as a Software Engineer at Riot Games, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he worked as an Associate Software Engineer at the same company from 2022 to 2023. His experience at Riot Games includes contributions to the Player Dynamics team, where he develops data-driven moderation systems. He also focuses on improving developer experiences and operations related to machine learning and data analytics.
Education and Expertise
Daniyal Maniar earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering with an Innovation Stream from Queen's University. His studies spanned from 2017 to 2022. This academic background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in software engineering and data analytics, particularly in developing advanced deep learning solutions.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current position at Riot Games, Daniyal held various roles that contributed to his expertise in software engineering. He worked as a Course Teaching Assistant at Queen's University from 2019 to 2020 and later as a Teaching Assistant from 2021 to 2022. He also completed internships at IBM as an AI and IoT Developer Intern in 2019 and from 2020 to 2021, where he gained experience in AI technologies. Additionally, he worked as a Digital Technician at the Naval Marine Archive in 2017.
Technical Contributions
In his current role, Daniyal Maniar contributes to data-powered strategies across various domains, including eSports and consumer products. He focuses on creating advanced deep learning solutions, such as audio encoder models and large language models (LLMs). His work supports multi-language and multi-region applications, enhancing both audio and text functionalities.