I build data systems and AI products, grow developer and data communities, and advocate for accessible and inclusive technology, bridging the gap between technical engineering and real-world impact. Whether you need someone to architect a data pipeline, lead an MLOps strategy, or expand your developer ecosystem into new markets, I have done it across startups, nonprofits, and global tech companies. I am not just a hire; I am a multiplier.
I am a rare combination of a technical builder, community architect, and strategic communicator, and that combination is exactly what high-impact organizations need right now. With 6+ years of experience spanning Data Science, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, MLOps, Data Engineering, and Developer Advocacy, I bring both the depth to solve complex technical problems and the breadth to translate that work into real-world adoption and business value.
I have proven I can build from zero. As co-founder of Data Community Africa, I grew one of the continent's leading data and AI ecosystems from the ground up — reaching over 15,000 members across 40 African countries, executing flagship events, scholarship programs, and hackathons that have directly impacted thousands of lives. That is not just community work; that is product thinking, growth strategy, and execution at scale.
On the industry side, I have driven developer advocacy and community growth at Iterative and DagsHub across Europe, North America, and Asia, while contributing to data analytics and engineering at CBB Analytics. I understand what it takes to build developer trust, accelerate platform adoption, and create ecosystems where builders thrive.
Beyond the technical work, I speak at global conferences, create technical content, and consistently champion a vision for AI and data that is more accessible, inclusive, and impactful. I do not just build for today. I build for the communities and systems that will outlast me.
If you are looking for someone who can architect scalable Data and AI platforms, lead MLOps initiatives, grow a developer ecosystem, and represent your brand on a global stage, I am that person.
“Gift possesses the rare ability to blend deep technical insight with compelling communication. His strategic thinking, resilience, and consistent global-level impact were vital to Iterative's growth.”
— Jenifer De Figueiredo, Community Manager & DevRel Lead at Iterative, Inc.A content-based and collaborative filtering recommendation engine built with Python. Leverages cosine similarity and matrix factorisation on the MovieLens dataset to surface personalised suggestions at scale.
A second project is currently in progress. The link above will be updated when the repository is ready to share publicly.
A comprehensive go-to-market social media strategy for GPTZero covering audience segmentation, platform-specific content frameworks, influencer partnerships, and community-led growth tactics to establish the platform as a leader in the AI detection space.
A documentation and strategic communication of Data Community Africa’s four-year impact, synthesising community growth metrics, education program outcomes, flagship events and hackathons, partnerships, innovation initiatives, and multi-platform digital growth across 40 African countries and 70+ global regions — positioning DCA as a leading data and AI ecosystem builder across Africa and globally.
I co-found, lead, and contribute to data and AI communities across Africa and beyond — connecting practitioners, building ecosystems, and making tech more inclusive.
Keynotes, talks, and workshops at global conferences on data science, MLOps, developer relations, and community building.
Coverage, features, and recognition across leading tech publications and programs worldwide for my work in Data Science, AI Engineering, and Community Building .
Whether it is a new product, an open source collaboration, or just a conversation about software and community, my inbox is always open.
giftojabu32@gmail.com