Summary
Mohammad Billah is a Data Scientist with 8 years of experience applying statistical rigor and machine learning to finance and retail challenges, currently building portfolio optimization and LLM-powered NLP solutions at IKEA. He holds an MSc in Applied Statistics and has deep IRB/credit-risk expertise from roles developing PD, LGD and EAD models across banking and fintech, plus hands-on experience with IFRS9, VaR/CVaR optimization and stress testing. Proficient in Python, R, SQL, PySpark and Databricks, he bridges modeling, data engineering and visualization to move prototypes into production. His work blends classical statistical methods (Bayesian approaches, discriminant analysis) with modern ML (random forests, neural nets) and optimization (Mixed-Integer Programming) to deliver measurable business impact. Comfortable presenting to stakeholders, he also has academic teaching experience in computational statistics, reflecting a knack for explaining complex methods clearly. Based in Älmhult, Sweden, he pairs a strong quantitative foundation with practical product-focused delivery across global retail and financial contexts.
8 years of coding experience
1 year of employment as a software developer
Master's degree, Applied Statistics, VG, Master's degree, Applied Statistics, VG at Örebro University
Master of Science - MS, Statistics, B, Master of Science - MS, Statistics, B at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology
English, Swedish, Bengali