Shiva Sankeerth Reddy Yarradla is an accomplished AI and machine learning researcher with experience in diverse roles across several companies. Currently serving as a Founding AI/ML Researcher at Arkifi, Shiva is focused on developing AI solutions for automating finance workflows. Previous roles include a Machine Learning Researcher at Zoom, where Shiva contributed to creating a conversation intelligence platform, and a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Stony Brook University, aiding students with SQL and database management. Experience also includes a position as an Applied Natural Language Processing Engineer at BeamX TechLabs, where Shiva led a team in developing a chatbot application, and significant contributions as a Software Engineer at Deloitte India in data and machine learning projects. Educational qualifications include a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Stony Brook University and a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Osmania University.