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Luis Ramirez

Bethesda,MD

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Programmer

Scale AI
01.2024 - Current
  • Fine-tuned LLMs, including GPT-3.5 and GPT-4, using datasets that were domain-specific, which greatly exponentially improved response relevance.
  • Implemented a custom retrieval-augmented generation system combining vector search with OpenAI GPT's application programming interface, which delivered real-time, accurate answers from proprietary data.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to generate high-quality ground truth data for evaluating instruction tuned LLMs in numerous domains.

Research Assistant

University of Maryland, College Park
09.2023 - Current
  • Conducted extensive literature reviews on gravitational lensing theories and methodologies to inform research direction.
  • Assisted in the design and execution of observational campaigns, utilizing numerous telescopes and imaging instruments.
  • Collaborated with senior researchers to develop algorithms for data processing and analysis.
  • Further developed proficiency in coding languages- namely Python, C++, and MATLAB.
  • Implemented scikit-learn, a machine learning algorithm, in Python libraries to classify and identify gravitational lens candidates within noisy datasets.

Intern

Goddard Space Flight Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Conducted research on metallicity calculations of deep space objects using spectroscopic data from space telescopes and satellites to determine elemental abundances in stars, contributing to the understanding of stellar evolution.
  • Participated in observational campaigns to collect high-resolution spectroscopic data of target stars using the Hubble Space Telescope and INTEGRAL Satellite.
  • Gained expertise in using Python to work with FITS files and perform data analysis.
  • Applied advanced data processing techniques to extract information from FITS files for metallicity determination of deep space objects.

Handyman Helper

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08.2020 - 09.2021
  • Provided versatile assistance across various tasks such as replacing cabinets, roofing repairs, painting, and light fixture installation.
  • Improved client satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during and after job completion.
  • Contributed to positive word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied customers through exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of repairs and maintenance work.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physics and Astrophysics

Towson University
05.2024

Skills

  • SolidWorks
  • Python
  • Microsoft 365
  • MATLAB
  • Astropy

Languages

Spanish - Expert
French - Proficient

Timeline

Programmer

Scale AI
01.2024 - Current

Research Assistant

University of Maryland, College Park
09.2023 - Current

Intern

Goddard Space Flight Center
06.2023 - 08.2023

Handyman Helper

-
08.2020 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Science - Physics and Astrophysics

Towson University
Luis Ramirez