HRITHIK CHANDRA

Machine Learning & Data Science Graduate

Hatfield, UK.

About

First-Class BSc Computer Science (AI) Graduate with robust hands-on experience in Machine Learning, data analysis, and research, complemented by an internship at Ipsos UK. Proven technical expertise in Python, SQL, and modern ML frameworks, applied to complex projects including a bioinformatics-inspired dissertation and award-winning hackathons. Eager to secure entry-level/junior/graduate roles as a Data Scientist, Data Analyst, or Software Engineer, leveraging strong analytical and development skills to drive impactful solutions within the UK, EU, or Indian markets.

Work

Kings and Queens Chess Club

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Chess Coach

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Summary

Instructed primary and junior school students in complex chess strategies, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and sportsmanship.

Highlights

Instructed primary and junior school students in complex chess strategies, enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Simplified advanced chess concepts into age-appropriate explanations, fostering skill development and strategic understanding among students.

Organized and officiated weekly chess matches, developing competitive spirit and sportsmanship.

University of Hertfordshire

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Student Guide / Student Representative / HertSquad Activator

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Summary

Represented student interests to faculty, facilitated new student integration, and promoted campus engagement through sports activities.

Highlights

Advocated for student concerns to faculty, developing skills in stakeholder mapping and effective representation.

Coordinated and promoted HertSquad sports sessions, significantly increasing student participation and campus engagement.

Ipsos UK

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Data Intern

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Summary

Contributed to data science initiatives by developing robust evaluation pipelines and analysis scripts for machine learning and NLP workflows.

Highlights

Engineered a reproducible evaluation pipeline for synthetic tabular data using Python (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn) and modular OOP design, streamlining data processing.

Developed preprocessing and analysis scripts in VS Code, enabling comparative analysis of model and hyperparameter performance within production-grade ML and NLP workflows.

Education

University of Hertfordshire

Hatfield, England, UK
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (AI Specialisation) Grade: First class Honours

New Horizon Scholars School

Thane, India, India
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High School Diploma (CBSE / AISSCE)

Awards

Student Rep Excellence Awards – Bronze and Silver

University of Hertfordshire

Recognized for outstanding contributions and dedication as a Student Representative.

Certificates

CSLA Level 2 Qualification - Community and Sports Leadership Award

Intro to Computer Science and Programming Specialization

Goldsmiths, University of London

Skills

Programming Languages

Python, SQL, Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS.

Data Science & ML

pandas, NumPy, SciPy, scikit-learn, PyTorch, PyTorch Geometric, NetworkX, matplotlib, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing.

Tools & Frameworks

Git, GitHub, VS Code, Jupyter, Flask, MongoDB, React.js, Leaflet.js, Tailwind CSS.

Software Development Practices

OOP, MVC, REST APIs, Agile/Scrum, CI/CD, Software Architecture, Backend Development.

Professional Skills

Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Advocacy, Mentoring, Coaching, Problem Solving, Strategic Planning.

Projects

Predicting Gene Expression with Graph Neural Networks (Final Year Dissertation)

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Summary

Developed a bioinformatics-inspired dissertation focusing on predicting gene expression using Graph Neural Networks and advanced data science techniques.

RetrofitIQ (HackLondon 2026, KCL)

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Summary

Developed a UK property retrofit scoring tool, integrating multiple government APIs to create a composite priority score.

Stereotype Stompers (Holistic AI × UCL Hackathon)

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Summary

Created an AI bias-detection platform for healthcare text, leveraging multi-source data and fine-tuned GPT-2.

TripAdvisor Sentiment Analysis (Advanced AI Coursework)

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Summary

Developed and benchmarked various NLP models for sentiment analysis on 4,000 TripAdvisor reviews.

Healthcare Management System (Java) (Software Architecture Coursework)

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Summary

Designed and developed a 3-tier MVC healthcare application using Java with Agile methodologies.