George Odero
Machine Learning Engineer specializing in Geoinformation and Earth Observation
Nairobi
Summary
I am a dedicated and detail-oriented machine learning engineer specializing in geoinformation and earth observation, with 2 years of experience in programming, mapping, and earth systems modeling. My expertise includes developing climate-related models and web applications for earth observation and monitoring. I am passionate about leveraging machine learning and geospatial technologies to address environmental challenges and improve human well-being. Additionally, I ensure adherence to ethical standards and data governance in AI systems to protect user privacy and security.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
Omdena
7 2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Omdena is the collaborative platform to build innovative, ethical, and efficient AI and data science solutions to real-world problems
- Since its founding in May 2019, the platform has grown to more than 20,000 collaborators in over 120 countries and established over 195 impact hubs in over 80 countries
- During the period since its launch, Omdena has worked on over 650 projects
- Detecting wildfires in Brazil, fighting malaria outbreaks in Africa, and improving solar adoption in Singapore are just a tiny part of them
- Developed scripts for automating the processes of collecting, processing, and analysing large-scale geospatial data
- Successfully developed a machine learning model using geospatial technology to provide personalized data-driven recommendations for sustainable urban gardening based on geolocation and environmental factors
- I led a team of 50 collaborators in analyzing the business challenge and creating an algorithm that provided a solution
- The app, now available to cities everywhere, helps users identify the most suitable urban garden crops for their location based on geolocation data
- This ongoing initiative supports the development of livable cities and contributes to climate change mitigation efforts
- Omdena is the collaborative platform to build innovative, ethical, and efficient AI and data science solutions to real-world problems
- Since its founding in May 2019, the platform has grown to more than 20,000 collaborators in over 120 countries and established over 195 impact hubs in over 80 countries
- During the period since its launch, Omdena has worked on over 650 projects
- Detecting wildfires in Brazil, fighting malaria outbreaks in Africa, and improving solar adoption in Singapore are just a tiny part of them
Inspire Internship Program
LocateIt
2024.04 - 2024.09
- Company Overview: LocateIT Limited is a leading Geo-ICT company that offers cutting-edge location-based products and services pillared on ultra-modern Space Science & Technologies, Remote Sensing, Earth Observation, GIS, Airborne sensors, and Geo-Apps
- LocateIT strongly believes that their products and services are not an end but a means-a means to achieving sound societal impacts
- LocateIt has thoughtfully and professionally designed their 3IS FrameworkTM to ensure successful delivery of the continuum of information, initiatives, and impacts at various scales, local to continental
- Supported the GIT Applications Lead in the development of space-related applications, including remote sensing, earth observation, GIS, and geospatial information technologies (GIT)
- This involved creating geo-portals and data products focused on wetlands, forestry, and environmental monitoring
- Contributed to the design and implementation of Earth Observation, GIS, and GIT/Geo-ICT solutions, both as stand-alone applications and integrated platforms such as Google Earth Engine (GEE), utilizing artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data
- Assisted in drafting concept notes and project proposals for capacity building and the application of Earth Observation, GIS, GIT, and geo-ICT technologies
- Represented the company at various scientific, technological, and business forums, including meetings, conferences, and exhibitions
- Supported company outreach efforts by producing content and blogs related to Earth Observation, GIS, and GIT/Geo-ICT solutions for both internal and external audiences
- LocateIT Limited is a leading Geo-ICT company that offers cutting-edge location-based products and services pillared on ultra-modern Space Science & Technologies, Remote Sensing, Earth Observation, GIS, Airborne sensors, and Geo-Apps
- LocateIT strongly believes that their products and services are not an end but a means-a means to achieving sound societal impacts
- LocateIt has thoughtfully and professionally designed their 3IS FrameworkTM to ensure successful delivery of the continuum of information, initiatives, and impacts at various scales, local to continental
Consultant Junior Machine Learning Engineer
Omdena
2023.11 - 2024.07
- Company Overview: Omdena is the collaborative platform to build innovative, ethical, and efficient AI and data science solutions to real-world problems
- Since its founding in May 2019, the platform has grown to more than 20,000 collaborators in over 120 countries and established over 195 impact hubs in over 80 countries
- During the period since its launch, Omdena has worked on over 650 projects
- Detecting wildfires in Brazil, fighting malaria outbreaks in Africa, and improving solar adoption in Singapore are just a tiny part of them
- Created automated scripts for the collection, processing, and analysis of large-scale geospatial data
- Developed scripts to streamline machine learning workflows, utilizing ensemble modeling for mapping Seagrass Meadows
- Designed algorithms for water correction, enabling more accurate interpretation and analysis of seawater plant spectral signatures
- Provided weekly support in capacity-building initiatives to enhance team proficiency and promote effective product adoption
- Omdena is the collaborative platform to build innovative, ethical, and efficient AI and data science solutions to real-world problems
- Since its founding in May 2019, the platform has grown to more than 20,000 collaborators in over 120 countries and established over 195 impact hubs in over 80 countries
- During the period since its launch, Omdena has worked on over 650 projects
- Detecting wildfires in Brazil, fighting malaria outbreaks in Africa, and improving solar adoption in Singapore are just a tiny part of them
Consultant Geospatial Analyst
GeoPsy Research
2024.01 - 2024.03
- Company Overview: Geopsy Research is a leading provider of mapping solutions in spatial analytics software, geodata services, and geo-visualization to support the mission and objectives of organizations, governments, and non-governmental organizations around the globe
- Their products range from desktop software applications, mobile application tools for data collection, visualization, and data management, Web GIS applications, and cloud, on mobile devices, and desktops
- Developed predictive models for estimating above-ground biomass (ABM) using Google Earth Engine
- Assisted project supervisor by drafting professional research proposals and reports
- Created AI applications for detecting and monitoring urban street trees, providing valuable insights to urban and regional planners for more effective resource allocation
- Designed and implemented algorithms for extracting, transforming, and loading spatial data into the company's database
- Managed and maintained the company's spatial database
- Geopsy Research is a leading provider of mapping solutions in spatial analytics software, geodata services, and geo-visualization to support the mission and objectives of organizations, governments, and non-governmental organizations around the globe
- Their products range from desktop software applications, mobile application tools for data collection, visualization, and data management, Web GIS applications, and cloud, on mobile devices, and desktops
Education
Machine Learning Engineering Bootcamp - Machine Learning Engineering
Datatalks
2024.09 - 2025.01
BTech. - Geoinformation and Earth Observation
Technical University of Kenya (TUK)
2019.05 - 2024.11
Fundamentals of Data Engineering - undefined
Omdena School Academy
2023.06 - 2024.01
High School Diploma - undefined
St. Gabriel High School
2015.02 - 2018.11
Skills
Problem solving
Critical thinking
Communication Skills
Computer Skills
Teamwork
Attention to detail
Time management
Quick learning
Research and Development
Meeting deadlines
Working under pressure
Geographic Information Science (GIS)
ArcGIS
QGIS
Remote Sensing
GRASS
SNAP
ERDAS IMAGINE
Google Earth Engine
eCognition
Java
Python
R
JavaScript
Digital Image Processing
Deep Learning
Machine Learning
Geospatial Big Data handling
Pytorch
Tensorflow
Apache Spark
Sedona
Django
Spring Boot
Streamlit
PostgreSQL
POSTGIS
Image Interpretation
ETL
ELT
GDAL
Data Analytics
Model Development
Natural Language Processing
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/09/99
- Nationality: Kenyan
References
- Dr. Francis Oloo, Managing Director, GeoPsy Research, oloofrank@gmail.com, +254722173755
- Mr. Steve Firsake, Senior Geospatial Engineer, Amini, firsake@amini.ai, +254717534281
- Mr. Brian Pondi, PhD Geoinformatics candidate, University of Munster Germany, brian.pondi@uni-muenster.de, +4915154945888
Work Availability
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Machine Learning Engineering Bootcamp - Machine Learning Engineering
Datatalks
2024.09 - 2025.01
Inspire Internship Program
LocateIt
2024.04 - 2024.09
Consultant Geospatial Analyst
GeoPsy Research
2024.01 - 2024.03
Consultant Junior Machine Learning Engineer
Omdena
2023.11 - 2024.07
Fundamentals of Data Engineering - undefined
Omdena School Academy
2023.06 - 2024.01
BTech. - Geoinformation and Earth Observation
Technical University of Kenya (TUK)
2019.05 - 2024.11
High School Diploma - undefined
St. Gabriel High School
2015.02 - 2018.11
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
Omdena
7 2024 - Current