Axel Tidemann

Axel Tidemann is an experienced engineering manager specializing in machine learning, currently working at takealot.com since August 2020, focusing on operational efficiency through machine learning algorithms. Previously, Tidemann served as a Senior Research Scientist and Research Scientist at Telenor Research, contributing to deep learning applications for image, text, and sequence analysis, particularly in the context of online classifieds in Asia. Tidemann's academic career includes roles as an Associate Professor and Postdoctoral Researcher at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), where research concentrated on decision-making algorithms for Smart Grid and teaching various artificial intelligence courses. Earlier experience includes postdoctoral research at SINTEF Fisheries and Aquaculture, focusing on intelligent fish farming using machine learning. Tidemann holds a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence and a Master's degree in Computer Science from NTNU, along with additional academic experience at Imperial College London and INSA Toulouse.