Hello, I'm Mba Thomas,

AI|ML Engineer | Backend Engineer

I build intelligent, production-ready systems using Machine Learning, Generative AI, Python, FastAPI, and cloud technologies.

Python → AI Agents → LLMs → n8n → AWS → Docker → REST APIs

Thomas Mba standing beside the waterfront in Cape Town

About Me

I'm an AI/ML Engineer and Backend Engineer focused on building intelligent applications that solve real-world problems.
My experience spans Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI, RAG systems, AI Agents, Backend Engineering, Workflow Automation, and Cloud Deployment.
I build with Python, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, LLMs, vector databases, Docker, AWS, and n8n.

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What I Do

  • Build production-ready AI-powered applications
  • Develop and deploy Machine Learning and Deep Learning models
  • Build Generative AI and LLM-powered applications
  • Design RAG systems and AI agents
  • Build scalable Backend APIs and services
  • Automate business processes using AI agents, n8n, webhooks, and APIs
  • Deploy and manage cloud-based applications and AI services

Core Expertise

  • Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning → Deep Learning → Generative AI → LLM Applications → AI Agents
  • AI Systems: RAG → Vector Embeddings → Semantic Search → Prompt Engineering → AI Workflows
  • Backend Engineering: REST APIs → FastAPI → PostgreSQL → SQLAlchemy → API Integration
  • Automation: n8n → Workflow Automation → Webhooks → Third-Party API Integration
  • Cloud & DevOps: AWS → Docker → GitHub Actions → Nginx → Kubernetes

Stacks/Languages

  • Python → JavaScript → PHP → SQL

AI/ML Technologies

  • PyTorch → Scikit-learn → TensorFlow → Keras → Pandas → NumPy

Generative AI & AI Tools

  • OpenAI API → OpenRouter → LLMs → LangChain → LangGraph → RAG → Vector Embeddings → AI Agents

Backend & Infrastructure

  • FastAPI → REST APIs → PostgreSQL → SQLAlchemy → Alembic → Docker → AWS → Nginx → Kubernetes → GitHub Actions

Experience

Orinoco Global

FULL STACK PHP DEVELOPER

Sep 2021 - Oct 2022

  • Led frontend and backend development using Laravel, PHP, JavaScript, and MySQL, building web applications and backend services from the ground up.
  • Designed and maintained relational databases using MySQL and Laravel migrations, supporting data integrity and application reporting.
  • Collaborated with engineers, designers, and project managers using Git and Agile development practices to deliver and maintain production web applications.

Orinoco Global

SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER(SRE)

Oct 2022 - Aug 2023

  • Built and maintained automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, integrating continuous delivery workflows into product development.
  • Optimized system performance, proactively resolved incidents, and improved platform reliability and service availability.
  • Spearheaded Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices for consistent environment provisioning and reduced configuration drift.
  • Deployed and managed containerized services using Docker and Kubernetes, supporting application scalability and resilience.

ADALTech

AI & MLOps ENGINEER

Sep 2023 - Oct 2024

  • Designed and deployed AI-powered applications incorporating LLMs, RAG pipelines, AI agents, vector embeddings and external AI APIs.
  • Built and deployed Python-based AI services using FastAPI, Docker, Uvicorn and AWS, integrating backend APIs with AI/ML workflows.
  • Developed automated AI workflows and backend services integrating LLMs, databases, APIs and asynchronous processing to support intelligent business applications.

LOCTECH

AI/ML & BACKEND ENGINEER

Nov 2024 - Present

  • Designed and developed end-to-end AI applications using Python, PyTorch, vector embeddings, and feature-engineering pipelines, enabling intelligent automation and data-driven decision-making.
  • Built scalable RESTful APIs with Python and FastAPI, integrating machine learning models, LLMs, databases, and third-party APIs to deliver AI-driven backend services.
  • Developed RAG and vector-search systems using document processing, embeddings, vector databases, and LLMs to enable context-aware question answering over domain-specific knowledge.
  • Designed and automated business workflows using n8n, AI agents, webhooks, and third-party API integrations, reducing repetitive manual processes and improving operational efficiency.
  • Designed backend architectures using FastAPI, PostgreSQL, SQLAlchemy, and Alembic, and containerized and deployed AI applications using Docker, AWS, and Nginx.

Education

University of Jos

B.Sc in Computer Science

2017-2021

With a strong interest in technology and problem-solving, and often involve working with computers, understanding their functions, and creating new softwares or applications

NIIT

Professional Diploma in I.T(Software Engineering)

2022

Prepared for roles that involve designing, coding, testing, and managing quality-measured software systems. Able to develop solutions that are dependable, secure, reliable, and adhere to user requirements.

Cavendish University Uganda

Humanities

2023-2024

Enhances critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills, which are highly valued by employers. These skills are essential for navigating the complex and rapidly changing world and workplace. They are not just an optional luxury but a necessity for a balanced and informed society.

AI Technologies

Professional Diploma in AI & Machine Learning Engineering

2025-2026

Author image Mike Osas M.D, Orinoco Global

I had the privilege of collaborating with Thomas, an incredibly talented software developer. He developed a robust e-commerce platform for us, complete with secure payment gateways and a responsive design. His attention to security best practices and his ability to adapt to last-minute changes were outstanding. Thomas' expertise and reliability make him a standout choice for any development project!

Author image Emmanuel Project Manager

It was a pleasure working with Thomas, his ability to tackle complex coding challenges with ease and deliver clean, efficient solutions is unmatched. He recently helped us optimize our application, cutting load times by 40%, and his attention to detail during the process was incredible. Thomas’ collaborative spirit and willingness to mentor the team made the project a success. Highly recommend him for any tech project!

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