About

Saikat Kanjilal is a seasoned Machine Learning Engineering Leader with over 25 years of relevant experience in the software engineering and ML domains. He is currently working as a Principal Software Engineer at Zillow Group, where he leads the ML engineering team. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing ML models and algorithms to enhance the company's products and services. Prior to joining Zillow Group, Saikat worked as a Senior Staff Engineer at The Climate Corporation, where he led the development of several ML-based products and solutions. He also worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Microsoft, where he was involved in the development of various software products and services. Saikat holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Colorado State University, where he also completed his Master's degree in the same field. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from the University of Washington and a Master's degree in Computer Science from Purdue University. Saikat's technical expertise lies in the areas of software engineering and ML. He has a strong command of programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++. He is also well-versed in various ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-learn. Saikat is a highly motivated individual who is passionate about developing innovative solutions using ML and software engineering. He has a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that meet the needs of customers.