Mazhar Ardeh is an Applied Scientist based in Berlin with nine years of experience blending machine learning research and production data engineering across startups and tech companies. He holds a PhD in Computer Science and has moved models from research to product at organizations including Wolt, Tourlane, and PikPok, demonstrating a strong track record in deploying practical ML and statistical solutions. Comfortable across the stack—from algorithm design to software engineering in C#, C/C++ and Java—he excels at turning complex data into measurable business impact. Unusually, his background spans both academic ML research and hands-on commercial software development, enabling him to bridge long-term R&D with fast-paced product delivery.
9 years of coding experience
10 years of employment as a software developer
Master’s Degree Decision Science and Knowledge Engineering, Master’s Degree Decision Science and Knowledge Engineering at Kharazmi University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Computer Science, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Computer Science at Victoria University of Wellington
Bachelor’s Degree Applied Mathematics, Bachelor’s Degree Applied Mathematics at University of Sistan and Baluchestan
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