Elena Chen
Senior AI Researcher
Professional Profile
Senior AI Researcher with a background in computer science, machine learning, generative AI, enterprise AI, and data systems. Experienced across software engineering, machine learning engineering, and applied AI research in international technology environments. Currently working within SAP Business AI Research in Germany.
Professional Experience
Senior AI Researcher
Sep 2022 – Present
SAP Germany
SAP Business AI Research | Walldorf, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Conduct research in artificial intelligence, machine learning, generative AI, and enterprise AI systems.
- Work on AI model research, development, testing, and optimization for enterprise applications.
- Explore the integration of enterprise data and AI technologies in real-world business scenarios.
- Initially joined as Research Scientist – Artificial Intelligence before progressing to Senior AI Researcher.
Machine Learning Engineer / Senior Research Engineer – Artificial Intelligence
Jul 2018 – Aug 2022
SAP Singapore
- Developed and researched machine learning models for enterprise AI applications.
- Worked on AI use cases connected with ERP systems, supply chains, finance, and enterprise data systems.
- Supported the engineering and deployment of AI models into practical business environments.
Software Engineer – Data Systems / Machine Learning Engineer
Jan 2014 – Jun 2018
IBM
United States
- Worked across software engineering, data systems, and machine learning engineering.
- Built experience in data infrastructure, machine learning development, and applied technical systems.
Education
Master of Science in Machine Learning (MSML)
Aug 2012 – Dec 2013
Carnegie Mellon University
School of Computer Science | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Focus: machine learning, probability and statistics, optimization, probabilistic graphical models, deep learning, NLP, model evaluation, and ML engineering.
Bachelor of Computing in Computer Science (Honours)
Aug 2008 – May 2012
National University of Singapore
School of Computing | Singapore
Focus: programming, data structures, algorithms, databases, operating systems, computer networks, software engineering, AI, machine learning, distributed systems, and data management.
Areas of Expertise
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning
Generative AI
Enterprise AI
AI Research
Data Systems
Machine Learning Engineering
Enterprise Data & AI Integration
Languages
Chinese: Native / Fluent English: Professional working proficiency