Jacob Richardson
Mableton
Summary
Dynamic Machine Learning Engineer with a proven track record at Nike, driving over $1 million in savings through innovative GenAI solutions. Experienced in Python, LLM integration, Frontend and Full-stack development. Excels in cross-team collaboration. Passionate about leveraging technology to enhance user experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Learning Engineer
Nike
Remote
11.2023 - Current
- Developed GenAI application CSAgent from concept to production in six months.
- Projected annual savings exceeding $1 million through automated customer service handling.
- Implemented prompt caching solutions, reducing operational costs by 62%.
- Contributed to design of CSAgent's integration within multi-agent framework for NikeAI merger.
- Developed and maintained frontend for a generative AI initiative, enabling cross-team collaboration on LLM-powered features.
- Implemented pipeline monitoring with services like PagerDuty to ensure timely incident response and model reliability.
- Act as primary interface between the ML team and internal stakeholders, gathering requirements, providing updates, and delivering solutions.
- Spearheading internal engineering standards by introducing GitHub Actions workflows, naming conventions, and coding patterns to improve team efficiency and consistency.
Full Stack Innovation Engineer, Technology & Innovation Office
Nike
Remote
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Supported Nike's Research Lab by building frontend features and prototypes for experimental software applications.
- Contributed to the development of a digital coaching platform, blending UX, data, and behavioral science into a responsive application.
- Conducted technical research by reviewing white papers and tracking emerging trends in AI and model scaling, helping inform Nike's innovation roadmap.
- Partnered with data scientists and product managers to align experimental software with cutting-edge AI developments.
R&D Engineer, Skunk Works Division
Lockheed Martin
Atlanta
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted top-secret research within Lockheed's elite Skunk Works unit, focusing on radar signature masking via natural terrain and advanced electronic warfare tactics.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team on future-focused defense technology initiatives under strict security protocols.
- Applied systems engineering principles to support stealth operations and next-generation battlefield survivability strategies.
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer
Lockheed Martin
Atlanta
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Led Six-DoF and Three-DoF missile simulation efforts for the PAC-3 and THAAD missile defense systems, responsible for intercepting airborne threats.
- Discovered and corrected a critical simulation flaw related to altitude-based air resistance modeling, improving missile performance projections and launcher placement strategy.
- Presented simulation insights and strategic findings to high-ranking military personnel, influencing real-world defense planning decisions.
- Supported classified defense initiatives and ground vehicle programs, contributing to national security through advanced modeling and simulation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Modeling, Simulation & Visualization Engineering
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VASkills
- Python and TypeScript
- JavaScript and React
- LLM integration (OpenAI, Hugging Face)
- CI/CD pipelines
- Model deployment
- Monitoring and performance tracking
Skills And Technologies
Python, TypeScript, Java, JavaScript, React, FastAPI, Flask, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, LangChain, Docker, Git, Airflow, Jenkins, SageMaker, Databricks, Firebase, AWS (Lambda, S3, ECS, DynamoDB, CloudWatch, IAM), MLflow, Weights & Biases, Pandas, NumPy, Spark, Feature Stores, LLM integration (OpenAI, Hugging Face), CI/CD pipelines, model deployment, monitoring, experiment tracking
Timeline
Machine Learning Engineer
Nike
11.2023 - Current
Full Stack Innovation Engineer, Technology & Innovation Office
Nike
05.2022 - 11.2023
R&D Engineer, Skunk Works Division
Lockheed Martin
05.2021 - 05.2022
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer
Lockheed Martin
05.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Modeling, Simulation & Visualization Engineering
Old Dominion University