Ricci Doddz Juaman
Brisbane,Australia
Summary
Engineer of AI systems specializing in intelligent information retrieval. Currently developing production-ready RAG applications utilizing custom vector databases, with a focus on hybrid search systems that integrate semantic understanding and lexical precision. Recent achievements include a custom vector database using FAISS and a hybrid search engine that merges BGE-Large embeddings with BM25 for an Azure-deployed RAG system in the education sector. Background in data analytics exceeding five years supports expertise in ML evaluation and statistical testing, effectively translating business challenges into technical solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Data Analyst
Apollo Movement
, Philippines
07.2021 - Current
- As a Data Analyst, I collect data and analyze them to guide decisions such as how to improve talks, how to present them better, and how can we reach out to more participants.
- Apollo Movement is a non-profit organization that aims for mental health awareness.
Pricing Strategy Manager
Shiply
, United Kingdom
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Data Analyst with a focus on creating and executing effective price testing strategies and generating actionable insights at Shiply.
- Collaborated closely with product managers and developers to execute a series of price tests, optimizing pricing structures and enhancing revenue streams.
- Leveraged advanced analytical techniques to assess price test results, providing detailed insights and reports to management.
- Applied statistical analysis to identify trends and patterns, enabling data-driven decision-making.
- Additionally, fulfilled various ad-hoc data and analytics duties, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in a fast-paced logistics environment.
- Shiply, a leading logistics platform.
- Key Responsibilities:
- - Developing and executing price testing strategies
- - Collaborating with product managers and developers on price test execution
- - Analyzing price test results to generate actionable insights
- - Delivering comprehensive reports and recommendations to management
- - Performing various ad-hoc data and analytics tasks as required
Data Analyst
Acrewell
Koronadal, Philippines
07.2022 - 11.2023
- In my role at Acrewell, I served as a Data Analyst. My responsibilities involved evaluating and pricing properties, predominantly in North Carolina.
- I applied various criteria such as accessibility, topography, utilities (electricity and water), soil type, and more to determine accurate property prices.
- Additionally, I conducted Comparative Analysis for specific regions to enhance pricing precision.
- Moreover, I created comprehensive reports and dashboards utilizing Salesforce.
- Proficient in extracting tables from diverse data sources, I facilitated seamless integration of information for a more streamlined analytical process.
- Additionally, I initiated proactive engagement with County offices and various utility providers to conduct in-depth analyses of properties.
- My objective was to identify and evaluate any potential red flags associated with the properties, demonstrating a commitment to thorough due diligence and risk assessment.
- Acrewell, a land acquisition company specializing in vacant land transactions.
Data Analyst
Radarr, a Genesys company
Singapore
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Dynamic and results-oriented Data Analyst with a proven track record in performing essential tasks for Radarr.
- Proficient in all stages of the data lifecycle, including Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL), data cleaning, transformation, and analysis, as well as data visualization techniques.
- Utilize advanced analytical tools and techniques to uncover meaningful patterns and trends, enabling clients to make informed decisions.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify business requirements and translate them into actionable insights.
- Possess a strong foundation in programming languages and statistical methodologies.
- Excel in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering high-quality work to meet project deadlines.
- Radarr, a leading social listening company specializing in providing actionable insights for commercial entities.
- Ready to leverage expertise in data analytics to drive organizational success and contribute to cutting-edge projects in software programming or data science.
Corporate Trainer
Concentrix Limited Company
Makati, Philippines
07.2016 - 08.2018
- - Trained newly hired staff, and those requiring upskilling
- - Provided motivation and support
- - Taught staff how to strive in a target-oriented environment
- - Gave coaching and one-on-one feedback sessions with staff
- - Liaised with internal departments and other supervisors
- - General administration
- - Assessed Quality of services
Education
Google Professional Data Analytics -
Coursera
03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - BA - Philosophy
Notre Dame of Marbel University
Korondal City, PH03.2012
Skills
- AI/ML Engineering: RAG Systems, Vector Databases (FAISS), LLM Integration, Embeddings (BGE-Large, E5), Hybrid Search, Prompt Engineering, Model Evaluation
- Backend & Data: Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, SQL Optimization, RESTful APIs, ETL Pipelines, Statistical Modeling, A/B Testing
- Frontend: React, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Responsive Design
- Cloud & DevOps: Azure (AI Search, OpenAI, Blob Storage, Document Intelligence), CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Docker, Git
- Analytics: 5 years data analytics, pricing optimization, business intelligence, data visualization
AI Engineering Projects
Custom Full-Stack RAG System | GitHub: github.com/RicciJuaman/custom-rag-faiss
Python • React • FAISS • PostgreSQL • FastAPI • Azure • CI/CD
- Built production RAG application with custom FAISS vector database implementing hybrid semantic-lexical search
- Engineered full-stack solution: React frontend with real-time search, FastAPI backend, PostgreSQL metadata layer
- Implemented hybrid retrieval combining BGE-Large embeddings with BM25 scoring for improved accuracy on both
conceptual and exact-match queries
- Developed CI/CD pipeline with automated testing and deployment to Azure infrastructure
- Achieved cost optimization: ~$0/month vs $500+ for managed vector database alternatives
Enterprise Azure RAG System | GitHub: github.com/RicciJuaman/azure-enterprise-rag
Azure AI Search • Azure OpenAI • Document Intelligence • Python
- Architected production-grade RAG system for Queensland Education Department using Azure enterprise AI stack
- Configured document intelligence pipeline with automated cracking, chunking (512 tokens, 128 overlap), and
embedding generation through Azure AI Search skillsets
- Integrated Azure OpenAI for response generation with citation tracking and auditability
- Built for government sector with compliance-aware architecture and data sovereignty requirements
- System handles 1,320+ document chunks with hybrid ranking (vector + keyword + semantic)
Certification
- Analyze Data to Answer Questions
- Programming with Javascript
- Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions
- Prepare Data for Exploration
- Meta Version Control
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pricing Strategy Manager
Shiply
03.2024 - 08.2025
Data Analyst
Acrewell
07.2022 - 11.2023
Data Analyst
Radarr, a Genesys company
03.2022 - 06.2022
Data Analyst
Apollo Movement
07.2021 - Current
Corporate Trainer
Concentrix Limited Company
07.2016 - 08.2018
Google Professional Data Analytics -
Coursera
Bachelor of Arts - BA - Philosophy
Notre Dame of Marbel University