AI & Machine Learning · Nairobi, Kenya
Hire a Machine Learning Engineer in Nairobi
I design, train, and deploy custom machine learning models tailored to extract valuable insights from your unique datasets. From computer vision with OpenCV to fine-tuning language models, I deliver practical ML solutions.
Nairobi is the Silicon Savannah of East Africa, celebrated worldwide for mobile payments and pioneering tech ventures. Having engineered telecom systems across African markets with FluxDial, I bring deep empathy for regional telecom, SMS, and data constraints. I have hands-on experience shipping production systems for African markets, including FluxDial's telephony infrastructure in Nigeria and JDL Solicitors' digital platform. I understand local integration challenges, payment rails, and user expectations firsthand.
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Proof — shipped systems
- FluxDialFounder & Lead Architect — An agent-first voice-calling CRM for phone-first businesses in India and Nigeria — built because wrapping US voice APIs does not survive local telecaller math.
- RonronLead Backend & AI Engineer — A predictive real estate CRM where automations, live connections, and Postgres-backed workflows do the heavy lifting — led from the backend and AI side for an external product team.
- JDL SolicitorsFull-Stack Developer (client) — A production law-firm website for an external stakeholder — practice areas, professional branding, and a mobile-first presence built to their brief and timeline.
FAQ
- Do you work with Nairobi-based companies?
- Yes. I work remotely and have delivered for clients in Kenya and internationally. Whether you are a startup or an established business in Nairobi, the engagement process is the same — email a brief, fit call, then scoped milestones.
- What does a typical machine learning engineer engagement look like?
- It starts with a fit call to understand scope, then a written build plan with milestones. You see working software weekly — not slideshows. Most engagements land between 2-12 weeks depending on complexity. Technologies I typically use include Machine Learning, Python, OpenCV, Fine-tuning.
- What are your rates for machine learning engineer work?
- Rates depend on scope, complexity, and timeline. I price by project milestone (not hourly) so you know exactly what you are paying for. Email mailtanish.me@gmail.com with your brief for a scoped estimate.
- Can you show examples of your machine learning engineer work?
- Yes. Check the case studies on this page — each links to a detailed breakdown of the architecture, challenges, and outcomes. I have shipped 2+ production systems in this domain.