Sikieng Sok

Results-driven software engineer with a Master's in Computer Science and a robust foundation in data structures and algorithms. Extensive hands-on experience in AI/ML, skilled in Python, C, and JavaScript, and proficient with Google Cloud Platform. Proven ability to develop high-precision AI systems and enhance web applications. Distinguished Toastmaster and a great team player with a strong research background and project management skills. Committed to continuous learning in the rapidly evolving AI/ML field.

Emakia Oct 2023 - Present

Machine Learning Engineer San Francisco, CA

• Develop an AI text classifier leveraging Google Cloud Platform tools such as Vertex AI, and BigQuery, to filter harassment on social media. Trained on 70,000 posts, tested on a dataset of 140,000 texts, achieving 93.7% prediction precision.
• Build data visualizations with Data Studio and Looker Studio by querying data from the database using BigQuery, providing clear and insightful analytics for stakeholders.

The Asia Foundation Jan 2023 - Aug 2023

Web Developer San Francisco, CA

• Enhanced leadex.org by implementing responsive design, resulting in improved user experience across all devices.
• Elevated website performance by optimizing frontend code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript techniques.

Career Break Jan 2019 - Dec 2022

Family Care & Continued Education San Francisco, CA

• Provided full-time care for my daughter while revitalizing a Toastmasters Club, growing membership by 200%.
• Completed AI/ML training and leadership programs such as Google Project Management and altMBA.

Saturday Kids Jun 2017 - Dec 2018

Computer Science Teacher Singapore

• Instructed Python, Scratch, and MIT App Inventor courses by developing lesson plans and delivering interactive sessions, increasing student engagement and understanding.
• Developed popular curricula for Python and Scratch by creating comprehensive and engaging course materials, resulting in a 30% surge in student enrollment.

Royal University of Phnom Penh Oct 2012 - Dec 2016

Lecturer, Software Engineer Cambodia

• Taught courses in C Programming, SQL, and Data Structure & Algorithms by preparing detailed lecture notes and hands-on exercises, improving students' programming skills.
• Revamped the Royal University of Phnom Penh website using HTML, PHP, Javascript, CSS, AJAX, and SQL Server, enhancing site functionality and user experience.
• Founded Asia Online Advertising company to develop websites and marketing strategies for Cambodian small businesses using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, ASP.NET, and SQL Server, boosting client sales by 50%.

KEY PROJECTS

Implementing a Chatbot with OpenAI and Langchain for a School Jan 2024 - Feb 2024

• Designed and implemented an LLM chatbot with Langchain Agent and OpenAI's GPT for real-time educational support. 
• Built a custom LLM application from design to deployment, including data curation and fine-tuning and RAG.

Finding Donors for CharityML Dec 2023 - Jan 2024

• Preprocessed census data with logarithmic transformations and normalization, enhancing model training and accuracy.
• Developed an optimized AdaBoost classifier, achieving 86.4% accuracy and a 73.65% F-score. 

Building AI Application for Flower Species Recognition using Pytorch/TensorFlow Oct 2023 - Nov 2023

• Created a high-accuracy image classifier for 102 flower species using TensorFlow's MobileNet. Developed a preprocessing pipeline for real-time performance and achieved over 70% accuracy on unseen data.

Waseda University Sep 2010 - Sep 2012

Master of Science in Computer Science, GPA: 3.86/4.00 (Co-authored 6 technical papers) Japan

CERTIFICATIONS

AI/ML and LLM:

• Large Language Models Bootcamp, Data Science Dojo.
• AI/ML Specialization, AI Programming with Python, Machine Learning with TensorFlow and PyTorch, Stanford University.