Mani Najmabadi
Director, Machine Learning Science at Expedia Group
- Role
- Director, Machine Learning Science at Expedia Group
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Mani Najmabadi
I’m a scientist and leader with 17 years of experience in AI and machine learning, including 11 years in leadership roles. My background spans search and recommendations, agentic applications, generative AI, natural language processing, computer vision, and multimodal systems. I’ve pioneered work in agentic development, built and led high-performing ML teams, and delivered real business impact through innovative AI solutions. Along the way, I’ve earned multiple patents, published research, and helped companies adopt AI strategies that drive measurable results. I also work closely with organizations through consulting, offering practical insights and guidance on leveraging advanced AI technologies like generative AI to achieve their goals.
Experience
Director, Machine Learning Science
Mar 2022 — Present · Seattle, WA, US
Education
Concordia University
Master's degree, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
2005 — 2008
K. N. Toosi University of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Skills
- Matlab
- System Monitoring
- Baselining
- Speech Analytics
- Unix Shell Scripting
- Data Mining
- Requirements Analysis
- Ivr
- Perl
- Trend Analysis
- Continuous Improvement
- Business Analysis
- Call Center
- Machine Learning
- System Optimization
- Analytics
- Key Performance Indicators
- Performance Tuning
- Software Consulting
- Speech Recognition
- Business Process Improvement
- Mentoring of Staff
- Cost Benefit
- Business Requirements
- Revenue Forecasting
- Data Analysis
- Executive Reporting
- Performance Improvement
- Optimization
- Project Management
- Technical Presentations
- Pattern Recognition
- Natural Language Processing
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