Ezra Goldberg

he/him, they/them

Hi there!

I’m Ezra, 26-year old Data Scientist/AI Solutions Engineer, currently looking for work! For the past 3 years I was working at IMC Business Architecture & Scaled Insights. For the first 2 years, I was the sole Developer working for Scaled Insights, leading analysis and optimization projects for the start-up. For the last year of my time there, we grew the team, and I led many initiatives to boost productivity, and make end-to-end analysis pipelines, including Agentic AI solutions and deployed ML models. As it’s a small company, my role encompassed many other fields, including QA, Development, UX Design, and Admin work. While the data projects were my main focus, I often flexed into different responsibilities to support my colleagues.

Before this, I’ve worked as a Project Manager, and have done internships as a Developer and as a QA Tester, so I’ve got a solid grasp on the software engineering lifecycle from each perspective. Through this, I’m great at communicating progress to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

I studied Computer Engineering at Queen’s University, specializing in the AI Stream. While managing a full course load, I took on internships, worked part time jobs as a Project Manager, TA, and Barista, and ran clubs and was involved in extra-curriculars.

Commitment to EDII

Outside of work

As a Queer Jewish non-binary person, I’m aware of ways that closed-minded design can limit access, so I strive to make my work as inclusive as possible. I have a long history of volunteering for Queer organizations, like running Queen’s EngiQueers, and working for 3 years at Machane Lev, Canada’s first camp for Queer Jewish kids.

At work

Throughout my data science projects, I’ve always been proudest of the work that prioritizes equitable treatment of all. This includes my work with BiasProof, where I designed software that recommends EDII consultants to companies based on their biases. Recently, I’ve been brought on to architect an AI chatbot that will be distributing PrEP, STI test kits, and contraceptives. I’m very proud that my work will assist in spreading access to healthcare, and reducing the stigma of HIV/AIDS.

Awards, Certificates, & Recognitions

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Applied Sciences, from Queen’s University. Computer Engineering, in the AI stream. Some of my favorite courses included Machine Vision, ML, AI, Deep Learning, Cryptography, and Operating Systems. Some of my least favorites were Geology and Chemistry aha.
Full transcript available upon request
A certificate can be seen at this link:
https://coursera.org/verify/Y28AZC3SOLGR
Dean’s Scholars list, 2018-2019, for attaining a GPA of above 3.5 at Queen’s University

Hobbies

Sewing

I’ve always loved crafts and getting creative, but I got into sewing about 2 years ago. I’ve made the pants, tote, belt, and coat pictured here, as well as costumes, plushies, quilts, bags, and tailored garments for friends. So much of sewing is visualizing 3D space with 2D materials, and I like the challenge! I also design sewing patterns and sell them online, and now I’m at the point where every outfit I wear, I have created a piece of it.
Origami

I’ve made origami for a long time, and really enjoy making ornamental pieces as decor.
I love modular origami, where a model is made up of many identical pieces. So my origami is as modular as my coding 😎
Some of these pieces have up to 78 identical pieces! My fave is the Bascetta Star Model
Music

I’ve been playing guitar and writing music for about 10 years now. Have self-produced an EP and an Album. Recently have been fronting a band, and play at open mics regularly! Working on recording our originals sometime soon! Besides making music, I like to share my favourite tunes with friends through playlists.
Cooking

Love cooking and baking as well! My go-to recipes are a veggie sheppard’s pie, bibimguksu, banana bread, walnut cake, and squash soup.
I love sharing food with friends as a way to connect, so I am very prone to a weekend picnic, especially when the weather is nice!