Omkar Masur

About

As a multifaceted individual passionate about innovation, I delve into academia and industry with equal fervor. While my expertise in AI and machine learning showcases my technical prowess, my interests extend far beyond the confines of a laboratory or coding environment. Fascinated by the intersection of technology and creativity, I have a penchant for developing groundbreaking projects that reflect my diverse interests. For instance, one of my most notable endeavors involved leveraging computer vision and natural language processing to create a novel recipe generation system based on input images. Collaborating with a dynamic team, we harnessed the potential of cutting-edge generative models like T5 and computer vision models like Vision Transformer, fine-tuning them to perfection. Our groundbreaking work surpassed existing benchmarks and earned recognition, with our paper being published at WACV 2024. My journey also led me to Primsa AI Corporation, where I delved into the intricate world of feature extraction in convolutional neural networks, alongside contributing to their proprietary Kinect Project. These experiences have broadened my technical acumen and instilled a deep appreciation for collaborative problem-solving. Beyond my academic pursuits, I've delved into the corporate world, gaining invaluable experience as a software engineer. At startups like EpiSmart and Guestlist Labs, I've spearheaded the development of mission-critical projects. Being the technical co-founder at these places has helped me develop an entrepreneurial mindset and foster leadership qualities. From crafting MVPs to overseeing the creation of a research project management platform at my college, I've honed my skills in building scalable, user-centric software solutions. As a Software Engineer at the Institute for Creative Technologies (ICT), I'm crafting immersive experiences using a blend of C#, Unity, and Python. From developing educational games for Army Generals to collaborating on projects for renowned institutions like Lawrence Hall of Sciences at UC Berkeley, I'm dedicated to leveraging technology to inspire and educate diverse audiences. Apart from my academic prowess, I am a die-hard (test) cricket fan and have been the captain of teams. Sports have shaped my personality. My journey is a testament to my dedication to innovation and excellence. Whether it's pioneering advancements in machine learning or crafting user-centric software solutions, I'm driven by a singular goalto make an impact in all ways that transcend boundaries and empower communities.

Experience

• Software Engineer · USC Institute for Creative Technologies10-01-2022

  • Researched, implemented, and integrated deep learning models into an intelligent virtual agent to enhance perception. • Deployed the project at Lawrence Hall of Sciences and generated a revenue of $110,000 so far. • Developed an SSO system for user authentication and logging for all registered ICT projects and games. • Increased operational efficiency by 15% and ensured uniform security measures across all registered projects.

• Software Engineer Intern · USC Institute for Creative Technologies05-01-2023 – 08-01-2023

  Assisted in the development and integration of software solutions, contributing to various projects within the institute.

• Research Intern · Manipal Institute of Technology01-01-2022 – 07-01-2022

  Led and collaborated on two research papers, 'Accelerated Novel Local Texture Feature Descriptors' and 'Framework for Parallelization of Local Texture Feature Extraction,' to prove increased efficiency due to accelerating descriptors such as TLBAP, LANADP, LBDP, LDEP, etc. on a GPU. Worked with Professor Ashwath Rao B.

• Machine Learning Intern · Prisma AI Corporation PTE. LTD.07-01-2021 – 08-01-2021

  Conducted feature analysis of convolutional layers in a face-recognition deep learning model, identifying critical layers and reducing the re-training time by 10% when new faces were added. Improved accuracy and performance of an ongoing Kinect project by implementing key enhancements and upgrades, resulting in improved gesture recognition and more responsive user interaction.

• Treasurer · ISTE Manipal04-01-2020 – 07-01-2021

  Initiated and completed multiple university-level projects for the club, such as Research Portal Management Platform, Alumni Network, Summer School Portal, etc. Managed the finances of ISTE Manipal.

Education

• University of Southern CaliforniaMaster of Science - MS, Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)
• Manipal Institute of TechnologyBachelor of Technology (Honors) - BTech (Honors), Computer Science and Engineering
• Ramnarain Ruia College - MumbaiHigher Secondary Certificate, Science
• Balmohan Vidyamandir School - IndiaSecondary School Certificate

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