Rafael Rodríguez

About Rafael Rodríguez

As a Senior Cognitive Implementation Engineer at SoundHound AI, I specialize in deploying cutting-edge conversational and generative AI solutions, particularly the Amelia platform, to drive digital transformation across mission-critical sectors. My expertise is rooted in delivering robust, enterprise-scale cognitive functionality—from strategic analysis and architecture blueprint review to hands-on scripting (Java/JavaScript/Groovy) and system integration. I have direct experience tailoring these sophisticated AI solutions to meet the unique compliance and operational demands of the financial, healthcare, government, and educational industries, ensuring secure, efficient, and transformative automation of core business processes. I am dedicated to solving complex integration challenges and standardizing high-impact AI modules for global scalability.

Experience

1. Senior Cognitive Implementation Engineer (Enterprise)

   SoundHound AI

   Jan 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

   As a core member of the AI implementation team, I drive the successful deployment of enterprise-scale cognitive and conversational AI solutions (Amelia) for major clients. My focus is on delivering highly efficient, fit-for-purpose AI functionalities that integrate seamlessly with complex client infrastructures and backend systems.* Enterprise-Scale AI Implementation: Spearhead the end-to-end implementation and configuration of Amelia\'s cognitive modules—and develop customized modules—to meet specific, high-stakes client use cases, significantly enhancing their operational capabilities.* Technical Architecture & Integration: Leverage expertise in Java, JavaScript, and Groovy Scripting to create and integrate custom APIs and automatas, connecting the cognitive solution to client back-end systems and security frameworks at an enterprise level.* Cognitive Solution Development & Optimization: Responsible for the complete lifecycle of cognitive functionality: from reviewing Transversal Analysis and Architecture blueprints to rapid, agile development, intensive testing, refinement, and stress testing against technical end-user requirements.* Ontology and Modularity: Design and configure core Amelia ontologies and create reusable, localized Amelia modules (BPNs) in agile sprints, promoting standardization, efficiency, and scalability across implementations.* Strategic & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a critical link between clients, Technical Architects, and Product Engineering, discussing technical challenges, aligning on solutions, and collaborating with R&D to propose developed APIs and structural changes for potential standardization into the core Amelia product.

Education

• freeCodeCamp

  Full Stack Web Development, Computer Software Engineering

  2015 — 2017

• CUNY Bronx Community College

  Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Science

  2006 — 2011

• Lehman College

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science

  2011 — 2013

Skills

• Fluent English
• Mule Esb
• Troubleshooting
• Javascript
• Spanish
• Windows Server
• Atom
• Problem Solving
• Analysis
• Github
• Sass
• Expressjs
• Bitbucket
• Linux
• Node.js
• Microsoft Office
• Git
• Java
• Mocha
• Material Design
• Api Development
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Html
• Chai
• Networking
• Mongodb
• Css
• Fluent Spanish
• Jquery
• Fast Learner
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Reactjs
• Front-End Development
• Markdown
• Access
• Jade
• Cascading Style Sheets (Css)
• English
• Python