
Abbas Mustafa
Senior AI Research Engineer | NLP & Computer Vision
Salary / Daily rate
Rennes, France
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
AI Research Engineer with 6+ years specializing in NLP, Computer Vision, and MLOps systems. IEEE-published author with proven expertise in deploying scalable ML solutions, microservices architecture, and LangChain/PyTorch development. Ready to transform your AI vision into production-ready solutions.
Work experience
Management Lead
Alpha IA
Apr 2025 - Present
1 year 7 months
Rennes, France
🧭 Key Responsibilities: 🧠 Vision & Strategy Define and refine the long-term vision and strategic roadmap of Alpha IA. Identify key growth opportunities, emerging AI trends, and potential business verticals. Set OKRs and lead high-impact decision-making across departments. 👥 Team Leadership Build and manage a high-performing cross-functional team (engineering, product, marketing, etc.). Foster a strong culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability. Mentor leadership team members and guide hiring decisions. 🛠 Product & Technology Oversee product development and ensure alignment with market needs and user feedback. Collaborate with tech leads on R&D and deployment of AI solutions. Evaluate new technologies and drive innovation in automation tools and platforms. 💼 Business Development & Operations Establish strategic partnerships and client relationships to drive adoption and revenue. Lead fundraising efforts and manage investor relations (if applicable). Supervise financial planning, legal, and operational activities. 📣 Brand & Outreach Represent Alpha IA at industry events, conferences, and media opportunities. Act as the company’s thought leader in AI automation and digital transformation. Drive brand positioning, messaging, and presence in key markets.
Founder
SaffarlogFreelance
Jan 2019 - Present
7 years 10 months
Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan
Skills: Design · Business · Operations · Photography · Events
Machine Learning Engineer
Orydex
May 2025 - Jul 2025
3 months
Remote, OR 97458, USA
Focus on leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionize medical imaging. Work involves developing and deploying advanced machine learning and deep learning models to assist in the detection, classification, and segmentation of anomalies in radiological images such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans.
Lead Software Developer
Tolabat-ul-Quliyat-ul-Momineen RWP
May 2024 - Aug 2024
4 months
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Led development of a logistics platform for 10,000+ attendees, reducing manual work by 80%. Implemented real-time analytics for faster decision-making. Designed user-friendly interfaces to boost accessibility and engagement.
Engineering Trainee
Prismware Technologies
Aug 2023 - Aug 2023
1 month
Islāmābād, Pakistan · Remote
🚀 Excited to embark on a transformative journey as a Trainee at Prismware! 🌟
Vice President Media
Takhleeq
Sep 2022 - Aug 2023
1 year
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Skills: Photo Retouching · Portrait Photography · Event Photography
AI Intern
PrismX
Jun 2023 - Jul 2023
2 months
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Developed a microservices-based architecture for an electronic traffic challan system, enabling automated detection and issuance of traffic violation notices. Fine-tuned deep learning models for license plate recognition and vehicle tracking, improving real-time performance and accuracy. Contributed to facial recognition features for driver identity verification using tools like OpenCV, TensorFlow, and custom CNN architectures. Built and deployed RESTful APIs, leveraging Docker and Kubernetes to support scalable, modular service deployment. Worked closely with cross-functional teams to integrate AI workflows into real-world infrastructure while ensuring data security and system reliability.
Management Lead
AD SOC
Mar 2022 - Jul 2023
1 year 5 months
Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan
Skills: Business · Operations · Photography · Events
Artificial Intelligence Intern
AIM Lab
Jan 2021 - Jan 2023
2 years 1 month
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
At AIM Labs, I focused on developing and optimizing NLP solutions, contributing to both applied research and academic publication: Developed NLP pipelines for tasks such as text classification, entity recognition, and intent detection, enhancing the lab's capabilities in processing unstructured textual data. Conducted research in computational linguistics and model optimization, exploring innovative approaches to improve language modeling techniques. Co-authored and published the research paper "CMRUTU" on IEEE, which presents a novel approach to translating code-mixed Roman Urdu into standard Urdu script, addressing the linguistic challenges of informal digital communication. Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to experiment with transformer-based architectures, benchmarking models across various datasets to assess performance and scalability. Utilized tools and frameworks such as Python, PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, spaCy, and NLTK to facilitate rapid experimentation and deployment of NLP models.
Vice Head Transport
NaSCon
Apr 2022 - Oct 2022
7 months
Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan
Skills: Logistics Management · Critical Thinking · Distribution Logistics · Event Management
Head Graphic Designer
Fast Debating Society
Oct 2021 - Oct 2022
1 year 1 month
Skills: Adobe Illustrator · Graphic Design · Design · Operations · Typography · Adobe Premiere Pro · Adobe Photoshop · Photography · Events
Lead Events
FAST Data Science Society
Sep 2020 - Oct 2022
2 years 2 months
Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan
Skills: Management · Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Logistics Management · Time Management · Operations Management · Operations · Event Management · Programming Languages · Software Development · Photography · Events · Data Science
Head Robotics
Google Developer Student Clubs
Mar 2020 - Oct 2022
2 years 8 months
Pakistan · On-site
Skills: Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Business · Robotics · Operations · Robot Control · Programming Languages · Software Development · Events · Data Science
Graphics and Management Intern
Mufaddal Travels
Aug 2019 - Oct 2021
2 years 3 months
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Wore multiple creative and customer-facing hats at a dynamic travel company, delivering unforgettable experiences and building the brand’s visual identity: Led guided tours across various destinations, offering personalized and engaging experiences to clients from diverse backgrounds. Captured high-quality travel photography and videography used in promotional materials, client keepsakes, and digital marketing campaigns. Managed the company’s social media presence, creating and scheduling content, engaging with followers, and growing the brand across platforms like Instagram and Facebook. Designed visually compelling marketing materials and graphics including brochures, itineraries, posters, and digital ads using tools like Canva and Adobe Illustrator. Collaborated with operations and sales teams to ensure smooth tour logistics and consistent brand messaging across all channels.
Retail Store Manager
Computime
May 2019 - Aug 2019
4 months
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Skills: Retail · International Sales · Analytical Skills · Retail Sales · Sales Management
Education
IMT Atlantique
Master's degree
2025 - 2027
2 years
National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences
Bachelor of Science - BS
2020 - 2024
4 years
Sir Zaheers academy
A levels
2018 - 2020
2 years 1 month
The city school
Cambridge Olevels
2017 - 2018
1 year 2 months