David Fekke
AI/ML Engineer
david@fekke.com | Jacksonville, FL | linkedin.com/in/davidfekke | github.com/davidfekke
Technical Skills
- Languages: Python, C, C# .NET, Obj-C, Swift, SwiftUI, Java, Kotlin, Apex, TypeScript, JavaScript, SQL
- Tools/Libraries: TensorFlow, Keras, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Hugging Face, SQLite, Node.js
- Databases: Microsoft SQL Server, Postgres, Azure SQL, MySQL
- Core Machine Learning: Supervised and Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Ensemble Methods
- Deep Learning: Deep Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), Model Training and Optimization
- NLP and Generative AI: Natural Language Processing (NLP), Large Language Models (LLMs), Prompt Engineering, Generative AI
- Certifications: Commercial Pilot, ASMEL, Remote Pilot
Technical Projects
Independent/Personal Project Exam Score | Lead | github.com/davidfekke/individual-capstone-davidfekke
- Created a traditional machine learning model for predicting exam scores of students.
- Used an EDA process to find the best labels and features for predicting the target value.
- Built a scaler and regression model with a classification model using Scikit-learn.
Fullstack Academy Capstone Smart City | CNN Lead | vibetastrophe.com | github.com/davidfekke/final-capstone-vibetastrophe-consulting
- Worked on a team project to develop five machine learning models for Smart City to evaluate causes of traffic accidents.
- Built a neural network and a convolutional neural network using transfer learning and TensorFlow to predict potholes in uploaded images.
- Built and deployed a live web app using a Docker container on DigitalOcean for the final project with all five models.
Experience
Consultant Software Engineer | Banner Health | Phoenix, AZ
- Helped plan and document new microservices using Kubernetes on AWS EKS.
- Added new enrollment integration to existing legacy Azure functions and microservices.
- Performed PR reviews for .NET, Angular, Blazor, React, Express, and Python applications.
Application Architect | Pragmatic Works | Green Cove Springs, FL
- Application Architect for an on-demand learning application with video training, test taking, and AI-based mentoring.
- Added live streaming to the platform through the Mux video provider.
- Added full-text search and Azure Vector-based AI search to the platform.
- Added a feature that incorporated LLM-based summarization of video transcripts.
- Built a Next.js prototype for replacing the existing front-end.
Contractor | Trade Hounds | Boston, MA
- Contract software development for upgrading a React Native application used by workers in the trades.
- Upgraded React Native from version 0.68.5 to 0.73.5.
- Helped identify and upgrade JavaScript and native modules for improved performance and reliability.
- Worked with the development team to improve best practices and development standards for new features.
Staff iOS Engineer | Bill.com | San Jose, CA
- Developed a brand new mobile app based on current iOS technologies for Bill.com users.
- Helped integrate native and React Native applications into a single code base.
- Part of a team that rewrote the native iOS app using SwiftUI, Combine, and Apollo GraphQL with feature modules.
- Implemented configurable features using Firebase Remote Config.
- Developed CI/CD solutions for automated testing and delivery to Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
- Mentored developers transitioning from React Native to iOS and Swift.
- Led the transition from Fastlane to Bitrise and created a CLI release management tool using OCLIF.
Chief Mobile Architect | Swyft Technology | Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
- Responsible for architecting and writing all native iOS and Android applications.
- Oversaw the rewrite of the native iOS app from Objective-C to Swift using UIKit and code-based views.
- Helped oversee app release processes for Apple App Store and Google Play approvals.
- Integrated the BlackBerry Dynamics framework into native applications.
- Used the Salesforce Mobile SDK to access data from customer Salesforce orgs.
- Created and published a Salesforce Apex package on AppExchange.
- Built a dynamic form tool using React Native so the component could be shared across iOS and Android.
- Assisted sales staff with sales engineering and technical customer discussions.
Education
University of North Florida | November 2025 - May 2026
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Science
Volunteer Experience
- Organizer for JaxNode User Group from 2013 to present.
- Commercial pilot volunteer for the 99s in 2025, educating women and girls about aviation.