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Sean Brar
AI Researcher & Systems Engineer
Los Angeles, California, US
| [email protected] | |
| Url | https://seanbrar.com |
| Summary | AI researcher pioneering context optimization for LLMs and RAG systems. Applying enterprise infrastructure expertise to AI applications. Combines systems engineering with research innovation to develop practical solutions for complex challenges. Focused on advancing context handling and optimizing real-world AI system performance. |
Projects
- 2024 - Present
ContextRAG
- Adaptive processing by document length
- 30% reduced token consumption
- Multi-framework compatible architecture
- 2025.01 - 2025.02
Traffic Object Detection Model
- Benchmarked 8 detection architectures
- 18% higher minority class detection
- Achieved 76% mAP performance
- 2024 - Present
paperweight
- 300+ papers/hour processing system
- 85% relevance precision filtering
- 30-page to 2-page summarization
- 2024.05 - 2024.06
Prickly Pairs
- Enhanced 2,400+ technical flashcards
- 40% reduced certification study time
- Passed three CompTIA exams in 30 days
Skills
| Artificial Intelligence | |
| Large Language Models | |
| Retrieval-Augmented Generation | |
| Context Handling | |
| Prompt Engineering | |
| Vector Databases |
| Programming | |
| Python | |
| API Integration | |
| LLM API Optimization | |
| Shell Scripting | |
| JSON/YAML |
| Systems Engineering | |
| Linux Administration | |
| Cloud Infrastructure | |
| Enterprise Media Systems | |
| Networking | |
| Troubleshooting |
| Cloud & DevOps | |
| AWS | |
| Docker | |
| VPN Configuration | |
| DNS Management | |
| Virtualization |
Work
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2023.08 - 2025.01 Support and Systems Engineer
ELEMENTS
High-level technical support and systems engineering for enterprise media solutions.
- Custom API workflow automation
- Enterprise Linux systems management
- Complex media pipeline integration
- International technical problem solving
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2023.02 - 2023.07 Systems Engineer
Latido203 Creative LLC
Led technical operations and AI integration for creative agency.
- Led six-figure app development
- Implemented ChatGPT/AutoGen solutions
- AWS cloud infrastructure administration
- Significant AI workflow efficiency gains
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2022.07 - 2023.01 IT Coordinator
Brisa Del Mar Strategies
Implemented technical solutions for political campaign organization.
- GPT minutes system, 96% time reduction
- Secure VPN/Docker implementation
- Data-driven campaign optimization
- Critical data recovery execution
Education
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2021 - 2022 Bachelor of Arts
California State University, Los Angeles
Political Science and Government
- 3.9 GPA, summa cum laude
- Computer Information Systems minor
- National writing nominee
- Best political science paper
Courses: CIS 4380, CIS 3050, CIS 3010, CIS 4840 -
2016 - 2021 Associate Degree for Transfer
Glendale Community College
Political Science and Government
- Academic Honors at graduation
- Unix/Linux systems coursework
- Cybersecurity training
Courses: CS/IS 172, CS/IS 193
Certificates
AI & Machine Learning
| AI/ML Certificate Program | ||
| Caltech | Feb 2025 | |
| AI Strategy | ||
| Cornell | Jun 2023 | |
| Machine Learning Foundations | ||
| Amazon Web Services | Apr 2022 | |
Systems & Infrastructure
| CompTIA Network+ | ||
| CompTIA | Jun 2024 | |
| CompTIA A+ | ||
| CompTIA | May 2024 | |
Organizations
Professional
| Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) | 2021-PRES |
Academic
| Pi Sigma Alpha | 2021-PRES |
Service
| National Eagle Scout Association | 2021-PRES |
Interests
| AI Research | |
| Context Window Optimization | |
| LLM Architecture | |
| Knowledge Retrieval Systems |
| Technical Writing | |
| AI Systems Documentation | |
| Research Blogging |
Awards
- 2022
Best Undergraduate Political Science Paper
California State University, Los Angeles
Faculty-selected outstanding research showcasing superior analytical thinking and methodology.
- 2013
Eagle Scout Rank
Boy Scouts of America
Highest rank achieved by only 4% of scouts, demonstrating exceptional leadership and project execution.
Volunteer
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2012.04 - 2012.12 Eagle Scout Project Leader
Boy Scouts of America
Planned and executed a community service project to achieve Eagle Scout rank, demonstrating project management and leadership skills.
- Multi-level approved project plan
- Team-based implementation management
- Successful resource acquisition campaign
- On-spec community project delivery