Rafael De Souza is a Machine Learning Engineer based in São Paulo with nine years of experience bridging fundamental physics research and applied ML, currently building NLP models in production at Banco Itaú. His background includes postdoctoral work and a PhD from Universidade Estadual de Campinas, where he developed strong skills in Monte Carlo simulation, large-data analysis, and rigorous model validation. Rafael has delivered end-to-end ML solutions at NeuralMind and coordinated cross-functional teams to translate complex scientific problems into deployable systems. He combines academic rigor with product-minded engineering, notably applying simulation-driven validation techniques to improve model reliability in real-world business contexts.
9 years of coding experience
7 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor's degree, Bachelor's degree at Universidade Estadual de Campinas
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Rafael De Souza - Machine Learning Engineer at Banco Itaú