BALOGUN AYOBAMI ESTHER

Aspiring Data Scientist | AI/ML Engineer | Data Analyst
Ile-Ife, NG.

About

Highly motivated Mathematics graduate transitioning into Data Science and AI/ML Engineering, leveraging a strong analytical and problem-solving foundation to tackle real-world challenges. Actively building technical proficiency in Python, SQL, and Machine Learning, with hands-on experience in data analysis, predictive modeling, and AI fundamentals. Eager to contribute to data-driven teams and grow expertise through impactful internships and entry-level roles, including participation in the 3MTT NextGen and AWS training programs.

Work

BCG Data Science Job Simulation on Forage
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Data Science Intern (Virtual Experience)

Remote, Virtual, US

Summary

Participated in a virtual data science simulation, applying advanced analytics and machine learning to solve real-world business challenges and derive strategic insights.

Highlights

Executed a comprehensive customer churn analysis simulation for PowerCo, demonstrating advanced data analytics skills and a strategic investigation approach.

Conducted efficient data analysis using Python (Pandas, NumPy) and employed data visualization techniques (Matplotlib, Seaborn) for insightful trend interpretation.

Engineered and optimized a Random Forest model, achieving a 50% recall rate in predicting customer churn, providing actionable insights for retention strategies.

Developed a concise executive summary, translating complex analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for informed business decision-making.

Volunteer

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)
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Academic Tutor (Mathematics)

Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria

Summary

Provided academic support and guidance to university students across various mathematics levels, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Highlights

Supported numerous students (100-400 level) in developing logical reasoning, data interpretation, and advanced problem-solving techniques in mathematics.

Facilitated understanding of complex mathematical concepts, leading to improved academic performance and confidence among tutees.

Tailored teaching methods to individual student needs, enhancing comprehension and engagement with challenging coursework.

NAMSSN Editorial Committee
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Committee Member

Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria

Summary

Contributed to the editorial process for academic publications, simplifying complex topics for broader understanding within the OAU Chapter.

Highlights

Authored and edited articles that simplified complex academic and technical topics, enhancing accessibility for a diverse readership.

Collaborated with a team to ensure content accuracy, clarity, and adherence to editorial standards for published materials.

Education

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)
Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria

B.Sc.

Mathematics

Grade: Second Class Upper Division

Awards

Best Student Award — MTH 403 (Measure Theory)

Awarded By

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)

Recognized for strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills within advanced mathematics coursework.

Languages

English

Projects

Customer Churn Prediction Project

Summary

Developed a predictive model for Telecommunication Company to identify high-risk customers for churn, leveraging advanced data analytics and machine learning techniques to drive customer retention strategies, completed as 3MTT knowledge showcase (financial inclusion).

Project Documentation (Markdown & Jupyter)

Summary

Authored comprehensive, beginner-friendly explanations and guides for data science projects using Markdown and Jupyter notebooks.

Heart Disease Prediction Project

Summary

Built and evaluated a machine learning model to predict heart disease presence, focusing on feature analysis and classification techniques for healthcare data insights.

Pizza Sales Analysis (Python & Power BI)

Summary

Conducted a comprehensive analysis of pizza sales data to identify trends and inform business strategy, culminating in interactive Power BI dashboards.

CozyShop SQL Project

Summary

Designed and implemented a relational database schema for an e-commerce platform and developed SQL queries for critical business reporting.

Teen Phone Use SQL Analysis

Summary

Performed SQL-based analysis on mobile phone usage data to extract key metrics and identify usage trends.

Certificates

TechCrush Data Science Bootcamp

Issued By

TechCrush

Datacamp ML Scientist - Ongoing
3MTT NextGen Program - Ongoing
AWS Training Program - Ongoing
TechyJaunt Data Analysis Bootcamp

Issued By

TechyJaunt

Skills

Programming

Python, Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, SQL.

Machine Learning

Predictive Modeling, Classification Models, Regression Models, Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, AI Fundamentals, Generative AI Fundamentals.

Data Analysis

Data Cleaning, Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), Statistics, Customer Behavior Analysis.

Data Visualization

Power BI, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Excel.

Tools & Platforms

Jupyter Notebook, Git, GitHub, AWS Cloud Fundamentals, Markdown, LaTeX.

Soft Skills

Analytical Reasoning, Problem-Solving, Communication, Teamwork, Time Management, Eagerness to Learn.