Hello, I'm BRIAN

Data Scientist

A student currently in attachment. Experienced Data Science Intern with a proven ability to design and implement predictive models, data pipelines, and insightful data dashboards. Proficient in Python, SQL, R, Tableau, and XGBoost, with a strong foundation in financial modeling and algorithmic trading.

BRIAN GITHINJI

About Me

A student currently in attachment. Experienced Data Science Intern with a proven ability to design and implement predictive models, data pipelines, and insightful data dashboards. Proficient in Python, SQL, R, Tableau, and XGBoost, with a strong foundation in financial modeling and algorithmic trading.

Experience

Data Science Intern

Sowphie

Designed credit scoring model for 500+ farmers using XGBoost and SHAP, achieving 89% predictive accuracy. Engineered in-app data pipeline aggregating agricultural and financial records across 6+ metrics (yield, irrigation, profit, etc.). Generated and validated synthetic datasets simulating farm scenarios to enhance model training and performance. Collaborated with developers and analysts to align scoring logic with fintech and agri-credit standards. Integrated weather and insurance variables into risk assessments, improving model fairness and adaptability.

Freelance Data Analyst

Upwork

Built Python-based financial models improving revenue forecasting accuracy by 22%. Automated reports for 15+ SMEs using SQL/Python, reducing processing time by 35%.

Education

Bachelor of Science Financial Engineering

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology · Expected Graduation Date [June,2026]

Data Science Bootcamp

Moringa School · April,2024 – Nov, 2024

Skills & Technologies

Python
SQL
R
Tableau
XGBoost
Financial Modeling
Algorithmic Trading
Data Pipelines
Predictive Modeling
Data Dashboards
SHAP
Credit Scoring

Featured Projects

Credit Risk Classification Model

Built an XGBoost model with SHAP analysis to evaluate loan applicant risk.

A Personalized Skincare Product Recommendation System

Built Melanin Recommender, a hybrid recommendation system for personalized skincare product suggestions based on skin type and user preferences.