LAJISHA LATHEEF
Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Dedicated and versatile Data Science professional with a Master's degree in Data Science from Middlesex University Dubai and a foundational background in Finance. Demonstrated success in applying machine learning and computer vision to real-world business problems during internships at Landmark Group and Alpha Data. Proficient in full-stack web development with leadership experience managing business operations. Passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to solve complex challenges in both academic and industry settings.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
DATA SCIENTIST INTERN
Landmark Group
Dubai
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Developed a video analytics solution using Python and OpenCV to extract demographic and footfall data from CCTV footage.
- Enabled improved marketing strategies through customer insights and foot traffic analysis.
- Collaborated with data analytics team to integrate machine learning models into business operations.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER INTERN
Alpha Data
Abu Dhabi
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Built a SharePoint portal for the Department of Energy using ReactJS and JavaScript.
- Developed multiple UI components and worked closely with backend engineers to integrate APIs.
WEB DEVELOPER
Freelance
Abu Dhabi
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Delivered an end-to-end responsive web application for a Dubai-based retailer using MERN stack.
- Deployed solution on Heroku, ensuring optimized performance and user experience.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - DATA SCIENCE
Middlesex University Dubai
09.2020 - 02.2022
MERN Stack Web Development Bootcamp -
AstroLabs, Dubai
06.2020 - 08.2020
Chinese Language Program -
Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, China
09.2019 - 01.2020
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - FINANCE
University of Calicut, India
09.2013 - 06.2016
High School -
The Model School, Abu Dhabi
04.2005 - 03.2013
Skills
Programming & Tools:
Python, R, SQL, Git
Data Science & Analytics:
Machine Learning, Power BI, Tableau
Web Development:
HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, MERN Stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Nodejs)
Key Projects
From Surveillance to Customer Analytics – MSc Dissertation
- Created a deep learning pipeline to estimate customer occupancy, demographics, and movement from surveillance footage.
- Applied advanced computer vision and machine learning techniques to extract actionable insights.
Kamanda – Full Stack Web Application
- Developed a MERN-based web application, focusing on backend integration and responsive design for a dynamic user experience.
Certification
- NLP - Natural Language Processing with Python (Udemy, 2025)
- Data Science for Business | 6 Real-world Case Studies (Udemy, 2024)
- An Intuitive Introduction to Probability (Coursera, 2022)
- The Complete Python Bootcamp From Zero to Hero in Python (Udemy, 2020)
- The Data Science Course: Complete Data Science Bootcamp (Udemy, 2018)
Other Professional Experience
BlackBull Tyres and Rims Trading LLC
General Manager | Dubai | May 2022 – Dec 2024
- Led operational turnaround, resolving major financial challenges and stabilizing the business.
- Managed vendor relations, financial planning, and customer service to drive growth.
Goodwill Children Private School
Teaching Assistant | Abu Dhabi | Jan 2015 – Jan 2019
- Provided instructional support and enhanced classroom learning experiences.
Accomplishments
- GCC Topper: Ranked 4th in the GCC region with 94.75% in the Higher Secondary Examination(2013).
- Best Teaching Assistant Award: Recognized for exceptional contributions at Goodwill Children Private School (2 years in a row).
- 1st Place, MERN Stack Bootcamp Final Project: Awarded top position at AstroLabs' final project showcase.
- Complimentary Digital Marketing Scholarship: Received for excellence at AstroLabs.
- Master’s with Distinction: Graduated with top honors in MSc Data Science from Middlesex University Dubai.
Languages
English (Fluent) | Hindi, Urdu (Advanced)
Arabic (Intermediate) | Mandarin (Beginner)
Malayalam (Native)
Timeline
DATA SCIENTIST INTERN
Landmark Group
05.2021 - 11.2021
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER INTERN
Alpha Data
12.2020 - 01.2021
MASTER OF SCIENCE - DATA SCIENCE
Middlesex University Dubai
09.2020 - 02.2022
WEB DEVELOPER
Freelance
08.2020 - 12.2020
MERN Stack Web Development Bootcamp -
AstroLabs, Dubai
06.2020 - 08.2020
Chinese Language Program -
Jingdezhen Ceramic Institute, China
09.2019 - 01.2020
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - FINANCE
University of Calicut, India
09.2013 - 06.2016
High School -
The Model School, Abu Dhabi
04.2005 - 03.2013
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