Hello, my name is
Sidharth R.
Lead Software Engineer @ Persistent Systems | Data Engineering & GenAI Expert
Specializing in Generative AI for healthcare. Leveraging Vertex AI, Vespa AI, and AWS to build scalable AI solutions.
Ex IBM | MS in ML & AI @ LJMU '26 | PGD @ IIIT-B '25 | B.E. @ CU '20
About me
I engineer applications using data intelligence.
Sidharth R. is a Lead Software Engineer at Persistent Systems with over 6 years of experience, specializing in Generative AI applications within the healthcare domain. Leveraging tools like Vertex AI and AWS, he drives enterprise-grade production deployments that deliver real-world impact.
From architecting scalable data solutions with Databricks, Unity Catalog, and Medallion architectures to designing high-performance Distributed Search Orchestration and Agentic AI workflows, Sidharth R. brings comprehensive expertise across the entire data and AI lifecycle. His strong foundation was honed at IBM, focusing on model development, optimization, and advanced analytics using Python and PyTorch.
Passionate about the transformative potential of AI, he is continuously enhancing his expertise through an MS in Machine Learning and AI from Liverpool John Moores University and a Postgraduate Diploma from IIIT-Bangalore.
Sidharth R. is a certified expert in Azure AI, Data Science, and GenAI (including Gemini and Imagen). His technical arsenal features advanced methodologies like Machine Learning (LightGBM, ONNX), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), LLM fine-tuning, and Agentic AI, backed by a history of research publications, patents, and enterprise-scale deployments.
What I do
From understanding your requirements, designing a blueprint and delivering the final product, I do everything that falls in between these lines.
Agentic AI
Building advanced agentic AI applications to automate complex tasks and enhance decision-making processes.
Data Science
Crafting insights from data, deploying machine learning models, and diving into computer vision—bridging the gap between raw data and meaningful solutions.
Web Development
Elevating digital presence with WordPress mastery—customized designs, seamless WooCommerce, Shopify integration, and dynamic layouts for a captivating online experience.
Portfolio & Works
A showcase of my research publications, patents, and engineering projects across multiple domains including Healthcare, Supply Chain, and Finance.
Skills
Technical proficiency across the modern data and AI stack.
Generative & Agentic AI
Azure OpenAI, RAG, LoRA, Agentic AI, LLMs
AI Models & Frameworks
Claude, Gemini, Llama, LangChain, Sentence Transformers, ONNX, LightGBM
Data Engineering & Processing
PySpark, Databricks, Medallion Architecture, Delta Lake, Argo Workflows
Backend & MLOps
FastAPI, Python, OpenTelemetry, Pydantic, Async HTTP, Docker, Kubernetes
Databases & Search
MongoDB Atlas (Vector Search), Qdrant, Vespa, SQL, Elasticsearch
Frontend & UI Architecture
React 18, TypeScript, Module Federation (Micro-Frontends), MUI, Tailwind CSS, Jest
My Experience
Data Engineer / Lead Software Engineer
April 2025 - PresentDesigned scalable data solutions and ETL/ELT pipelines using Databricks, Unity Catalog, Delta Lake, and Medallion Architecture. Built unified distributed search orchestration APIs with FastAPI, OpenTelemetry, and Kubernetes. Led backend engineering with MongoDB Atlas (Vector Search) and engineered React-based AI Micro-Frontends. Integrated Agentic AI, RAG frameworks, and advanced Prompt Engineering to build transformative Generative AI deployments.
Application Developer & Associate System Engineer
Jan 2021 - April 2025Focused on machine learning model development, optimization, and deployment using Python and TensorFlow. Facilitated end-to-end ML lifecycles, structured robust data environments, and mentored team members.
Software Development Engineer
Jun 2020 - Dec 2020Led the development of a sentiment analysis system for tweets, achieving 80% accuracy. Conducted in-depth research and architected features for a secure, end-to-end encrypted messaging application.
Software Developer
Jan 2019 - Mar 2019Implemented data pre-processing techniques and developed effective Machine Learning models using Python. Promoted to project mentor to guide colleagues in ML implementations.
My Education
Master of Science - MS, Machine Learning and AI Articulation
May 2025 – Apr 2026Executive Postgraduate Diploma, Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
Mar 2024 – Apr 2025Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Computer Science
Aug 2016 – May 2020Higher Secondary Education
2002 – 2015Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about my work, expertise, and availability.
Sidharth is a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Generative AI, Agentic AI, Data Engineering, and Cloud Computing. He builds enterprise-grade AI solutions — from RAG systems and LLM fine-tuning to large-scale Databricks data pipelines — with a strong focus on the healthcare domain.