Olanrewaju Lawal is an AI Engineer and Full-Stack Developer with over seven years of experience building and deploying impactful AI and software solutions. Specializing in MLOps, LLM-based systems, and multilingual AI applications, he has a proven track record of delivering scalable, production-ready platforms in education, governance, and healthcare across Africa.
At EqualyzAI, Olanrewaju led the creation of uLearn, an AI-powered learning platform designed to address the shortage of quality STEM education in underserved Nigerian schools. By integrating fine-tuned large language models and local-language content, uLearn expanded access to education for thousands of students, showcased at GITEX Africa 2024 and presented at the Global AI Summit Rwanda 2025. Beyond technical implementation, he coordinated cross-functional teams, aligning engineering, research, and educational expertise to build inclusive and practical learning experiences.
Previously, at Data Science Nigeria (DSN), he fine-tuned NLP models for Yoruba-language science education, developed AI-powered chatbots, and implemented cloud-native APIs with LangChain and LlamaIndex. These projects strengthened his expertise in AI for low-resource languages and educational technology, as well as scalable web application development using React.js, Node.js, and PostgreSQL.
Olanrewaju combines his technical skills with leadership and mentorship, training over 150 learners in AI and full-stack development through programs like DeepTech Ready, IndabaX Nigeria, and Azure Volunteer initiatives. His work has earned accolades including the Project Ownership Award and Most Resourceful Staff recognition, highlighting his ability to translate AI research into real-world impact.
A frequent presenter at international conferences such as ICLR, AfricaNLP, and the Deep Learning Indaba, Olanrewaju actively contributes to the global AI community, fostering cross-cultural collaboration and promoting ethical, responsible AI. His vision includes scaling AI platforms like uLearn and multilingual health chatbots across Africa, as well as establishing a pan-African research hub focused on low-resource AI systems.
With deep expertise in Python, Node.js, FastAPI, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and machine learning frameworks, Olanrewaju blends AI engineering with full-stack development to create solutions that are innovative and socially meaningful. Passionate about building inclusive technology, he bridges global best practices with local realities, ensuring that AI serves communities effectively, ethically, and sustainably.