Hadi Sharifi

About Hadi Sharifi

As a Lead Software System Engineer/Architect, I leverage my expertise to guide the success of software projects through the design of robust systems, critical technology decisions, and meticulous code reviews. I foster a culture of excellence by promoting mentorship, training, and effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Actively engaging in the evolution of software development processes, I address complex challenges, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and prioritize the growth of junior engineers, creating an environment that encourages continuous learning. With a Ph.D. in Computer Science and a master\'s in data analytics, I seamlessly blend academic knowledge with practical skills in artificial intelligence (AI) and data analysis. Passionate about AI, I explore machine learning intricacies and contribute to innovative applications. As a proficient data analyst, I adeptly collect, process, and analyze data for actionable insights. Committed to staying current in technology, I am eager to apply my skills at the intersection of AI and data for meaningful projects, contributing to their overall success.

Experience

1. Genai Sr Staff Software Architect

   PayPal

   Jan 2025 — Present

   In my role, I am responsible to desig and develop engineering solutions and generative AI applications, ensuring their scalability, efficiency, and maintainability. I architect AI/ML systems that were scalable, reliable, and maintainable, while also defining product requirements and assisting in the creation of product roadmaps. Leading end-to-end development with a result-oriented mindset, mentoring and managing our developers, allocating work and promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.In my role, I implement prompt engineering techniques to fine-tune and enhance large language models (LLMs) for better performance and application-specific needs. Additionally, I have to stay current with the latest advancements in generative AI application development, actively contributing to research and development efforts. My strong communication skills enabled effective collaboration with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring successful product adoption and promotion through initiatives such as open office hours and team onboarding sessions.With a proactive mindset and a passion for continuous learning, I quickly adapted to new technologies and frameworks, delivering high-quality, maintainable code and driving the success of technical products and platforms for large enterprises.

Education

• Georgia Institute of Technology

  Master's degree, Data Analytics

• Razi University

  Bachelor's degree in computer engineering

• New Mexico State University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Software Monitoring in HPC

• New Mexico State University

  Master's degree, Multicore Programming