Anthony Irungu

Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Safaricom

Anthony Irungu is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in machine learning and software development. Currently serving as a Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Safaricom PLC since May 2018, Anthony has successfully scaled machine learning to production and has previously held roles as a Machine Learning Engineer and Data Scientist at the same company. Prior experience includes working as an Artificial Intelligence Specialist at Bitsoko Services and a Software Developer at Deep Alpha Capital, where Anthony contributed to financial technology solutions. As a Software Developer/Data Analyst at Fiverr, Anthony developed automated systems utilizing NLP and created core banking APIs. Anthony's educational background includes a Machine Learning certification from Stanford University and a Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Eldoret.

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Nairobi, Kenya

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Safaricom

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Safaricom is the leading provider of converged communication solutions in Kenya. In addition to providing a broad range of first-class products and services for Telephony, Broadband Internet and Financial services, Safaricom seeks to uplift the welfare of Kenyans through value-added services and support for community projects. With over 29 Million subscribers and an estimated market share of 67%, the Company has the widest modern mobile network coverage in Kenya and prides in its experienced shareholders, attractive tariffs, a nationwide network of effective dealers, high caliber staff and management enabling it to maintain its position as the region’s mobile market leader. M-PESA has over 23 million subscribers, supported by a nationwide agent network of over 156,000 outlets. M-PESA is the world's most developed biggest mobile payment system.


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Nairobi, Kenya

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10,000+

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