Utkarsh Chauhan

About Utkarsh Chauhan

Currently, I work as a Senior Applied Scientist in Microsoft\'s Cognitive Services India Team, where I specialise in training state-of-the-art ASR (Automatic Speech Recognition) models tailored for Indic languages and building solutions leveraging them like automatic video dubbing. My work spans the entire lifecycle of machine learning model development, from data cleaning and preprocessing to model training and production deployment.With expertise in tools like Python, PyTorch, and Azure cloud systems, I’ve developed novel training techniques, such as WavFT, to integrate supervised and unsupervised learning, improving model performance and accuracy. I also design and optimize data pipelines to handle massive datasets, ensuring efficiency and scalability.My background in Azure DevOps adds a unique dimension, allowing me to set up robust CI/CD workflows, implement best practices in MLOps, and facilitate seamless model deployment. From video dubbing pipelines leveraging pre-trained language models to speech recognition advancements, my contributions drive innovation and enhance user experiences.Core Competencies- Building and deploying advanced ASR and video dubbing systems using state-of-the-art AI/ML techniques- Managing scalable data pipelines for processing high-volume structured and unstructured datasets- Expertise in cloud-based tools and frameworks, including Azure ML, Azure DevOps, and Logic Apps- Strong foundation in CI/CD practices for AI workflows, ensuring reliability and consistency in deployments.I’m passionate about creating AI-driven solutions that empower users, improve accessibility, and bring cutting-edge technology to real-world applications.

Experience

1. Senior Applied Scientist

   Microsoft

   Sep 2024 — Present

   My team and I are dedicated to developing innovative, end-to-end video translation solutions, leveraging state-of-the-art machine learning models and advanced natural language processing (NLP) techniques. Our work focuses on pushing the boundaries of multilingual communication through cutting-edge AI technologies.

Education

• Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

  Master of Technology - MTech, Computer Science

  2016 — 2018

• Institute of Engineering and Technology

  Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science

  2011 — 2015