Clay Mark Sarte
AI/ML Engineer
Cebu
Summary
AI/ML-focused Software Engineer with over 3.5 years of embedded systems experience and a strong specialization in computer vision. Proven track record deploying real-time AI applications that combine image classification, deep learning architectures, and edge-friendly APIs. Delivered multiple CV pipelines using EfficientNet, MobileNetV2, ResNet50, and YOLOV5 models, with robust backends via FastAPI and Docker. Proficient in TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenCV, and modern deployment platforms like Hugging Face Spaces and Vercel. Passionate about building production-grade AI tools that solve real-world visual recognition tasks.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
44
44
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance AI Training Specialist – Python/C++
Mindrift
03.2025 - Current
- Developed complex prompts and coding challenges to test AI’s reasoning and problem-solving capabilities in Python and C++.
- Designed comprehensive scoring rubrics to evaluate AI-generated solutions for correctness, clarity, and performance.
- Reviewed and corrected AI outputs, ensuring responses met high standards of technical accuracy and relevance.
- Implemented robust code solutions and test cases to validate problem-solving scenarios and edge cases for AI evaluation.
Software Engineer
KYOCERA Document Solutions Development Philippines
11.2021 - 04.2025
- Developed C/C++ SOAP/WSDL services on embedded Linux for MFPs, supporting mobile, desktop, and HyPAS clients
- Designed multi-threaded components using OOP principles (modularity, encapsulation, reusability)
- Debugged concurrency and memory issues using GDB, with builds executed on a GCP-based Linux server
- Automated configuration/code tasks via Python scripting; managed source code and assets in Perforce
- Collaborated in a Waterfall/V-Model environment, tracking development and field issues via Jira
- Documented technical specs and workflows in Confluence, with formal assets stored in SharePoint
- Authored 6 patent applications focused on automation, local workflows, and secure configuration logic
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
Cebu Institute of Technology - University
04.2001 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Major in Mechatronics
Cebu Institute of Technology - University
04.2001 - 03.2020
Skills
- Languages: Python, C/C, JavaScript (React)
- ML Frameworks: PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, NumPy
- Computer Vision: OpenCV, EfficientNet, MobileNetV2, YOLO
- Web & Deployment: FastAPI, REST APIs, Docker, Railway, Vercel, Gradio
- Model Serving & MLOps: GCP, AWS, Hugging Face Spaces, CI/CD, Git, GitHub Actions
- Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB
- Frontend Tools: ReactJS, Axios, HTML/CSS, Canvas API
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
https://huggingface.co/spaces/McKlay/SentimentAnalysisV2-HF
https://huggingface.co/spaces/McKlay/traffic-sign-classification-efficientnetb0
https://huggingface.co/spaces/McKlay/efficientnet-flower-classifier
https://huggingface.co/spaces/McKlay/DogBreedClassfier-mobilenetV2
https://huggingface.co/spaces/McKlay/CTScan-LungCancer-ResNet50
https://huggingface.co/spaces/McKlay/Face-Mask-Detection-YOLOv5l
Accomplishments
- Authored 6 patent applications (Kyocera, 2022–2025)
- Mechanical Engineering Board Exam Passer (Feb 2022) with 91 in Mathematics & Basic Engineering Sciences
- SSG Representative for the Mechanical Engineering Department (A.Y. 2017 - 2018)
- Mathematician of the Year 2nd-round contestant (2017 & 2019).
- Undergrad Thesis: Developed a CNC plasma cutting machine using Arduino and GRBL firmware
Timeline
Freelance AI Training Specialist – Python/C++
Mindrift
03.2025 - Current
Software Engineer
KYOCERA Document Solutions Development Philippines
11.2021 - 04.2025
Master of Science - Computer Science
Cebu Institute of Technology - University
04.2001 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Major in Mechatronics
Cebu Institute of Technology - University
04.2001 - 03.2020
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