Hrolfur Eyjolfsson
AI Researcher Engineer @ rabbit || Mathematics Harvard '23
New York, New York
Overview
Work Experience
AI Research Engineer
2024 - Current
Rabbit brings the future of human-machine interface.
Raised $58,699,936.00 from J17 Capital and Khosla Ventures.
Financial Analyst
2023 - 2024
AI Research Engineer
2023 - 2023
Researched, and implemented neural network to improve neural search of research papers for retrieval augmented generation. Devised contrastive learning strategy and dual transformer-based model to embed sequential paragraphs asymmetrically. Trained model using cloud compute and bespoke data loading/loss configuration, improving completion for AI writing tool.
Exa is an AI research center that is reinventing the quest for AI.
Raised $22,000,000.00 from Mei Z., Lightspeed Venture Partners, Y Combinator and NVentures.
Machine Learning Researcher
2023 - 2023
Large Language Model Research. Fine-tuning LLM for instruct capabilities in Icelandic to study efficacy of small high-quality fine-tuning datasets on pre-trained LLMs. Conducted analysis of data to use and methodology to probe our research question. Project completed in collaboration with Miðeind.
Language Technology Software Developer
2022 - 2023
Developed innovative features for a voice assistant platform, integrating smart home functionalities through the use of external APIs. Designed and programmed Python backend solutions and context-free grammar specifications for intent analysis, contributing also to the front-end enhancements.
Course Assistant
2022 - 2022
Facilitated additional student instruction in Math 121: Linear Algebra and managed student grading and feedback.
Risk Analyst, Data Scientist
2021 - 2021
Led the transformation of legacy mortgage evaluation algorithms from R to SQL, enhancing modularity, robustness, and readability. Calculated net present value (NPV) for cashflows of loan portfolios, employing sophisticated bond-derived interest rate projections to inform valuation strategies.
Course Assistant
2021 - 2021
Fully oversaw additional student instruction, grading and feedback as the only CA in Math 130: Classical Geometry.
Biostatistician
2020 - 2020
Analyzed algorithm complexity of a method combining short- and long-read sequencing of DNA.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - BA
2019 - 2023