Gauraang Malik.

Gauraang Malik

Results-driven Project Manager with an excellent record in managing quantitative research and AI-agent projects. Experienced with ReAct, SmolAgents, LangChain, and RAG systems. Skilled multitasker and team player with strong analytical and communication skills.

Technical Skills

Programming Languages - Python, PHP, R, C++, C, C#, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
Machine Learning & Frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, Keras)
Data Analysis & Visualization (pandas, NumPy, matplotlib/Seaborn, Tableau)
Data Engineering & Big Data - SQL, NoSQL, vector search (FAISS)
Qualitative Sampling
Game Developer on Gamemaker studio
Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Skills

Scope, Schedule & Resource Planning
Risk & Change Management
Budget & Cost Control
Quality Assurance & Control
Agile & Scrum Methodologies
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Servant Leadership & Team Building
Organizational Skills
Attention to Detail

Soft Skills

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Effective Communication & Presentation
Collaboration & Teamwork
Adaptability & Continuous Learning
Empathy
Time Management & Prioritization
Resilience & Stress Management
Apr 2024 – Ongoing

Research on LLM-Agent Architecture – McGill University

  • Literature Review (May 2024 – Aug 2024): Gained in-depth understanding of encoder/decoder transformer models; analyzed AI hallucination causes, types, and detection methods; explored mitigation via LLM agents and RAG systems.
  • Implementation (Jan 2025 – Present): Applying findings to prototype multi-agent architectures in open-source frameworks (SmolAgents, LangChain, AutoGen), evaluating performance and reducing hallucinations.
Mar 2021 – Feb 2022

Project Manager – Schlesinger Group

  • Delivered multiple B2B and B2C quantitative research projects across industries, providing actionable insights.
  • Coordinated stakeholders to resolve project challenges proactively, ensuring smooth execution.
  • Managed end-to-end research functions—data collection, processing, programming, tabulation, and translation—for high-quality outcomes.
Feb 2020 – Feb 2021

Associate Project Manager – Progresso Research

  • Oversaw 30+ B2B and B2C sample-only quantitative projects monthly, maintaining on-time delivery.
  • Led RFQ and bidding processes to secure optimal vendor partnerships and project budgets.
  • Monitored survey quotas and inference rates, controlling cost per respondent effectively.
May 2019 – Jul 2019

Magento & WordPress Developer – Digital Empowerment Foundation

  • Developed and launched Digikargha.in, a handloom e-commerce site using Magento.
  • Integrated secure payment gateway solutions for both Magento and WordPress platforms.
2023 – 2025

Masters of Information Studies – McGill University

  • Relevant Coursework: Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Data Mining, Information Organization, Information Architecture, Research Principles, Information Security.
  • Conducted independent research on LLM hallucination mitigation as part of thesis project.
2017 – 2020

BSc in Information Technology – Amity University

  • Relevant Coursework: Programming (C++, PHP), RDBMS, Web Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Network Fundamentals.
  • Final Year Project: Developed a web-based inventory management system.