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Talya Ben Shitrit

Senior Data Scientist
Tel Aviv

Summary

Data Scientist with 6+ years of experience, combining strong research and development skills in end-to-end AI features and extensive experience deploying models to production. Proficient in NLP, transformers, Deep Learning, classical ML, and GenAI, including LLMs and multi-agent systems. Bringing a can-do mindset, leadership abilities, and seeking to make a positive impact at a company with AI at its core.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Tel Aviv

Tastewise
01.2022 - Current

Senior Data Scientist (02/2024 - Current)

  • Researched and deployed advanced deep learning models, leveraging NLP and image processing, to accurately predict user demographics.
  • Developed a multi-agent system that integrated diverse data sources to deliver holistic, user-facing insights.
  • Led scalable deployment of transformer-based models on social media data, classifying diverse assets.

Data Scientist (01/2022 - 02/2024)

  • Built generative AI capabilities using LLMs and image generation models with a robust pipeline for evaluation.
  • Developed forecasting algorithms for product lifecycle trends using statistical methods to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Initiated and developed new data analysis tools to improve transparency and support for the company's analysts.

Berlin

Amboss
02.2019 - 01.2022

Data Scientist (09/2019 - 01/2022)

  • Designed and developed a medical-focused search engine from scratch, leveraging NLP techniques to optimize search relevance and enhance user satisfaction.
  • Developed search results re-ranking models adapting to user interactions, improving satisfaction among healthcare users.
  • Developed conversion prediction and marketing attribution models, leading projects from concept through deployment.
  • Defined tracking events, KPIs, and conducted A/B testing to measure project impact and guide data-driven decisions.

Data Engineer (02/2019 - 09/2019)

  • Developed and maintained ETL pipelines and data warehouse, ensuring data consistency and supporting analysis.
  • Designed datasets and dashboards to provide product managers with actionable insights and facilitate strategic decisions.
  • Automated data ingestion and transformation processes, improving efficiency and reliability of company-wide data.

Education

Master of Science - Data Science and Information Systems

Tel Aviv University
Tel Aviv
07-2024

Bachelor of Science - Industrial & Information Systems Engineering

Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
Haifa
07-2017

Skills

  • Programming & ML: Python, Deep Neural Networks, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face, Keras, scikit-learn, transformers, spacy, pandas

  • Generative AI: OpenAI API, Prompt Engineering, Multi-Agent System Development, Image Generation

  • Data & Cloud: SQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, AWS, Athena, Google BigQuery, Google Cloud, Apache Airflow

Timeline

Tel Aviv

Tastewise
01.2022 - Current

Berlin

Amboss
02.2019 - 01.2022

Master of Science - Data Science and Information Systems

Tel Aviv University

Bachelor of Science - Industrial & Information Systems Engineering

Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
Talya Ben ShitritSenior Data Scientist