Hi, I’m
Shoeba Islam
AI ENGINEER | TEACHING ASSISTANT
Tokyo
Summary
My research interests are at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and engineering systems. I am particularly interested in using machine learning, digital twins, and data-driven approaches to understand and predict the behavior of complex real-world systems. My goal is to develop practical AI solutions that combine engineering knowledge with intelligent decision-making and create meaningful impact in both academia and industry.
Overview
3
Languages
2
Certifications
9
years of professional experience
Work History
BJIT Inc.
AI Engineer
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Architected an AI-powered travel recommendation system leveraging GPT and Lang-Chain to analyze user personality traits, delivering personalized restaurant suggestions and trip plans for 1,000+ users.
- Built a location-aware travel diary engine that tracked GPS coordinates, dwell time, and photo metadata, automatically generating personalized travel diaries via LLM-based summarization.
- Implemented a semantic search pipeline using FAISS vector database to match user preferences with Points of Interest, enabling efficient similarity search across thousands of travel destinations.
- Deployed the full AI system on AWS infrastructure, collaborating within a 12-member cross-functional team spanning product, design, and engineering.
- Resolved API timeout issues during high-concurrency usage by optimizing request handling and implementing rate-limiting strategies to ensure system reliability.
- Optimized iOS GPS battery consumption by replacing continuous location tracking with an AI-driven approach that intelligently determined probable user locations.
- Integrated multimodal data processing (GPS, timestamps, images) with LLM-based reasoning to create a cohesive end-to-end user experience for automated travel documentation.
BJIT Inc.
Business Consultant
10.2022 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Served as the primary English-speaking bridge between the engineering team and Japanese enterprise clients, translating technical concepts into business-friendly proposals and solutions.
- Developed automation for quotations, invoices, and RAP sheets reducing processing time to drive cost savings for clients.
- Developed internal AI tool to match client job responsibilities with suitable solutions, improving proposal accuracy and alignment with client needs.
- Prepared technical proposals and quotations for AI-driven IT consultancy projects, contributing to successful client engagements and positive feedback.
- Conducted client negotiations and requirement-gathering sessions, presenting new ideas on behalf of the engineering team to align business needs with technical feasibility.
Yokohama National University
Research Assistant & Teaching Assistant (MEXT Scholar)
10.2020 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Conducted research on deep learning, CNNs, FFT, PCA, and uncertainty-aware modeling
- Supported undergraduate students with research guidance and evaluation
- Assisted in experimental data analysis and academic publications
TOSHIBA Analytics AI Laboratory
Research Intern (Data Mining Team)
11.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Investigated data augmentation techniques using PyTorch
- Developed and executed experiments on Linux-based virtual machines
- Contributed to applied AI research in an industrial R&D environment
Abdul Monem Ltd.
Executive Mechanical Engineer
07.2017 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Led engineering team of 12 to deliver projects on time and within budget
- Coordinated preventive, periodic, and breakdown maintenance to ensure optimal machine performance
- Supported new machine installation efforts
Education
Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET)Bangladesh
Bachelor of Engineering from Mechanical Engineering
Yokohama National UniversityJapan
Master of Engineering from System Design for Ocean-Space
09-2022
University Overview
MEXT Scholar
Skills
Machine Learning & AI
NLP techniques
Model evaluation
Data preprocessing
PyTorch framework
PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn
Frameworks & Libraries
Probability theory
Data & Scientific Computing
Certification
Certificate of Completion – Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2021)
LEADERSHIP & ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES
Teaching Assistant – Yokohama National University - Supporting undergrads students in research. -Evaluating reports and Assignment. English Teaching Assistant – ISA, Minato-ku, Tokyo -Leading group discussion regarding Leadership, employment. -Leading group Projects concerning various global issues. For example - SDG, society 5.0, diverse Society. English Teaching Assistant – Tomonokai Global Education, Tokyo -Introducing Japanese High School and Junior High school students regarding the culture of Bangladesh -Leading conversion in English in a small group. Judge Coordinator – Hult Prize, Yokohama National University Teaching Assistant – Yokohama National University - Supporting undergrads students in research. -Evaluating reports and Assignment. English Teaching Assistant – ISA, Minato-ku, Tokyo -Leading group discussion regarding Leadership, employment. -Leading group Projects concerning various global issues. For example - SDG, society 5.0, diverse Society. English Teaching Assistant – Tomonokai Global Education, Tokyo -Introducing Japanese High School and Junior High school students regarding the culture of Bangladesh -Leading conversion in English in a small group. Judge Coordinator – Hult Prize, Yokohama National University
MISCELLANEOUS
- Strong communication and public speaking skills.
- Experienced in cross-cultural collaboration and large-scale projects.
- In my free time, I enjoy exploring new place, cultures, movies, technology, food, music, and software tools.
Timeline
AI Engineer
BJIT Inc.
07.2023 - Current
Business Consultant
BJIT Inc.
10.2022 - 06.2023
Research Intern (Data Mining Team)
TOSHIBA Analytics AI Laboratory
11.2021 - 12.2021
Research Assistant & Teaching Assistant (MEXT Scholar)
Yokohama National University
10.2020 - 09.2022
Executive Mechanical Engineer
Abdul Monem Ltd.
07.2017 - 12.2018
Yokohama National University
Master of Engineering from System Design for Ocean-Space
Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET)
Bachelor of Engineering from Mechanical Engineering