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Mechatronic Engineer

Data Scientist

Freelance Web-Developer

Jonathan Parkes is a Mechatronic Engineer and Computer Scientist with a love for problem-solving. His experience spans multiple disciplines, using a diverse skill set, technical insight and imagination to provide solutions at the cutting edge. An optimist obsessed with understanding what makes things tick, he aspires to produce meaningful, insightful work that delivers real impact.

Experience


Mechatronic Engineer

+2Y

AMLab

Role: Mechatronics Engineer, Data Scientist
Responsibilities: End-to-end software development, large-scale data processing, CI/CD of commercial software, student mentoring
Notable Achievements: Design and implementation of big-data analytics that provides global ports quantitative insight into their operations

Digital Specialist

+18M

CERI

Role: Internal Product Development, Technical Advisor
Responsibilities: Design, develop and oversee the development of internal products, on-site technical assistance and consulting
Notable Achievements: Managed and executed digital transformation, design and development of numerous internal tools

Web Developer

+3Y

Freelance

Role: Web Design and Full-Stack Development
Responsibilities: Customer outreach, onboarding, management, administration, software design and development
Notable Achievements: End-to-end design, implementation and continual maintenance of numerous websites and software platforms


Notables


Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering (honours first-class)

Bachelor of Computer Science

7x Commendations for outstanding academic achievement

AWS Cloud Practioner certified (2022).

Knowledge Areas


Data Science

Jonathan Parkes is a skilled data scientist with core expertise in the Python programming language. He has implemented cutting-edge computer vision systems and neural networks using OpenCV and PyTorch, with experience in CPU and GPU acceleration on the Pawsey Super Computer. Developing data pipelines for big-data processing, he has end-to-end experience in leading and delivering commercial data projects. With a variety of technical experience and a deep understanding of the field, Jonathan is ready to take on any data challenge.

Knowledge Areas


Engineering

As an engineer, Jonathan Parkes has gained a diverse range of experience in both academia and industry. After graduating from Curtin University with first-class honours in Mechatronic Engineering and a double degree in Computer-Science, he specialised in computer vision and artificial intelligence whilst fostering a keen interest in renewable technologies. With a focus on detail, Jonathan's ability to solve a wide range of problems, communicate and collaborate effectively makes him an asset to any team.

Knowledge Areas


Web Development

Web development allows Jonathan to combine his technical skills with his passion for visual design and creativity. With a strong foundation in core web technologies, front-end frameworks and modern back-end architectures, he delivers impressive results exceeding clients' needs. From leading strategy sessions and branding workshops, wireframing and design, to technical implementation, his end-to-end experience provides a unique insight into client-facing projects, which has a strong visual influence on his day-to-day work.

AMLab

CERI

Hypnotique

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Throughout his freelance and professional career, Jonathan has played an integral role in the development of numerous websites and digital platforms. From strategy sessions and branding workshops to wireframing and design, to technical implementation, his end-to-end experience provides a unique insight into client-facing projects.