Simphiwe Zitha

Simphiwe Zitha has a diverse work experience that spans across various industries, including technology, finance, and research. They have held senior leadership positions and have expertise in machine learning, data science, and artificial intelligence. Their roles have involved developing and deploying machine learning models to improve customer experience and satisfaction, optimizing and automating data governance processes, and contributing to the development of quantum computers and radio telescopes. Simphiwe's skills include integrating AI into APIs, working with reinforcement learning environments, and using MLOPS techniques for model deployment. They have also conducted research on how data and AI can be utilized in fashion e-commerce. Throughout their career, Simphiwe has demonstrated a passion for pushing machine learning models into production and staying up to date with the latest technologies and techniques.

Simphiwe Zitha began their education at the University of Limpopo, where they obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and Statistics from 2011 to 2013. They further pursued their studies at the same university and completed an Honors degree in Mathematics in 2014.

In 2015, Simphiwe Zitha attended the University of the Western Cape, where they obtained a Master's Degree in Mathematical Sciences with a focus on AIMS (African Institute for Mathematical Sciences).

Simphiwe Zitha then pursued a Master's degree in Radio astronomy and Machine learning at Rhodes University from 2016 to 2018.

Moving forward, Simphiwe enrolled in the University of the Witwatersrand in 2019, where they are currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Machine learning from the RAIL LAB.

In terms of additional certifications, Simphiwe obtained a certification in Oxyor Financial Management from Nedbank in February 2019. They also received an Advanced Python for Scientists and Engineers certification from SKA South Africa in June 2018. Additionally, Simphiwe earned a certification in Data or Specimens Only Research from the CITI Program, a division of BRANY, in February 2021. Lastly, it is mentioned that Simphiwe also participated in a Clinic on the Meaningful Modeling of Epidemiological Data, organized by the University of Florida, SACEMA, and AIMS South Africa, although no specific dates are provided for this certification.