Mechatronics Engineering • Software Systems

Haaris Sadiq

I’m Haaris — a Mechatronics Engineering student and self taught software developer. I enjoy learning by doing, building projects that sharpen my skills in AI, automation, and robotics. This portfolio is a snapshot of what I’m working on, what I’ve learned so far, and what I’m aiming to take on next.

Projects

Real-Time Object Recognition (Raspberry Pi 5)

PwC Emerging Technologies Lab

PythonOpenCVRaspberry PiYOLO

Built an AI-powered real-time object recognition system on Raspberry Pi 5, overcoming hardware limitations to deliver a responsive user experience.
Implemented YOLOv11, trained on the Objects365 dataset, enabling detection of over 2 million object classes for a variety of use cases ranging from road safety to interior design.
Custom compiled OpenCV from source in Python to optimise performance for the Pi environment.
Integrated hardware, including a Samsung USB webcam for live video input, a custom compact 3D-printed case for deployment, and an external monitor for live video output.
Designed a live UI overlay showing detected objects with confidence percentages, making results interpretable in real time.
Managed code and version control on GitHub, maintaining a clear commit history and documentation for reproducibility.

AI & CV

Early iteration of the project and its case

AI Video Combiner (Full-Stack Pipeline)

PwC AI Center of Excellence

System

DockerQdrantRetrievalAutomation

Developed a full-stack AI video combining application for a client, enabling prompt-based video generation and editing using a specified database of licensed videos.
Leveraged a custom Qdrant vector database to store video data and support efficient AI-powered retrieval.
Containerised the system with Docker, ensuring deployment scalability.
Built a frontend interface that transformed user prompts into structured video outlines and production plans through AI.
Engineered complex ChatGPT prompts with JSON schemas, allowing users to review, edit, and approve plans before final production.
Implemented advanced AI models for frame-by-frame video analysis, intelligent tagging, and keyword generation for efficient storage and retrieval from the Qdrant database.
Implemented customizable ElevenLabs-powered AI voiceovers, transitions, and text/image overlays to produce polished, professional videos.
Kept system scalability in mind throughout development which resulted in the implementation of batch and parallel processing and a basic queue system to handle high request volumes.
Utilised GitHub for version control and project organisation, allowing for structured development.

PillBot — Automated Medication Delivery Rover

University of Waterloo

C++VEXDesignControls

Designed and built PillBot, an autonomous medication-delivery rover for hospital and senior-care environments
Implemented colour-based line navigation with single-sensor edge-following and inertial-based lost-robot detection
Developed a VEX-only pill dispensing system using a gear-reduced conveyor and sensor-verified pill counting
Built modular, state-based control software integrating navigation, dispensing, user input, and safety logic
Integrated emergency stop and fault-handling systems with instant motor shutdown and recovery behavior
Focused on reliability, safety, and human-centered operation under strict hardware and environmental constraints

Robotics

Experience

AI Center of Excellence & Emerging Technology Intern — PwC Middle East

Jan 2026 – Apr 2026 Dubai, UAE

Looking forward to joining PwC Middle East AI Center of Excellence team in January

AI Center of Excellence & Emerging Technology Intern — PwC Middle East

Jul 2025 – Aug 2025 Dubai, UAE

Worked with the Emerging Tech/ AI Center of Excellence teams to learn how emerging tech projects move from idea → prototype → client-ready deliverable.
Built and tested AI/automation prototypes (computer vision + Python-based workflows) to explore practical use cases.
Learned how to break down vague problems into clear requirements, deliverables, and measurable outputs.
Improved my ability to communicate technical ideas simply through quick demos, summaries, and documentation.
Learned how professional teams manage projects day-to-day (feedback cycles, version control, and structured handoffs).
Got exposure to tech consulting workflows—balancing technical feasibility with business value and timelines

Lead Digital Coordinator — Jumeirah English Speaking School

Sep 2023 – May 2025 Dubai, UAE

Integrated AI detection processes in collaboration with school leadership, gaining insight into process automation and ethical usage of AI.
Represented the school in Microsoft Education meetings.
Delivered digital experience tours to prospective parents.
Developed AI safety resources and workshops, strengthening skills in digital education.
Managed a team of student digital ambassadors, building leadership and delegation experience.

Founder — Sadiq Vision

Sep 2023 – Present Dubai, UAE

Conceptualised and launched Sadiq Vision, building a cross-border social initiative to provide eyeglasses to underprivileged communities in Pakistan.
Recruited and led a diverse team of student peers & volunteers, delegating tasks to collect eyeglasses through community engagement in Dubai and partner with hospitals in Pakistan for distribution.
Spearheaded public awareness initiatives through social media development, school-wide assemblies, and creative marketing strategies to drive awareness and impact under the motto “Old Frames, New Eyes.”

Digital Ambassador — Jumeirah English Speaking School

Sep 2020 – Sep 2023 Dubai, UAE

Founded a programming support club, applying problem-solving and data analysis to support peers properly.
Collected and presented student feedback on digital tools and challenges.
Representative of the computer science department promoting it as a future-ready subject.

Skills

Click any skill

Technical

C++ Python OpenCV Raspberry Pi YOLO Docker Qdrant Retrieval Automation CAD 3D Printing Git/GitHub

Functional

Collaboration Public Speaking Leadership Problem Solving Volunteering

Education

University of Waterloo

BASc — Mechatronics Engineering Honours (Co-op) Sep 2025 – Oct 2030

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree of Applied Science in Mechatronics Engineering Honours (Co-op)
Worked with a team to design, program and build PillBot — Automated Medication Delivery Rover

Jumeirah English Speaking School (Dubai)

IB Diploma & GCSE Sep 2020 – May 2025

Received IB Diploma—studied Maths Analysis & Approaches HL, Chemistry HL, Physics HL, Economics SL, French SL and English SL
Received Excellence Award for my GCSEs—including Higher Maths, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry and Economics
Wrote an extended essay on “How Does the Application of a Hydrophobic SiO₂ Nanomaterial Coating Impact the Efficiency of Solar Photovoltaic Panels Under High Humidity Conditions”
Participated in the CERN's Beamline for Schools Competition as part of a team and wrote a research paper “Investigating Technologies to Alter the Spread of Relativistic Subatomic Particles” [2023-2024]
2 x Received JESS Gold Achievement Award: In recognition of academic excellence [May 2022 & April 2021]

Certifications

Credentials

Issued Jul 2025 | IBM Data Analysis Using Python
Issued Nov 2023 | Team Leader in the Wharton Global Youth Program Investment Competition
Issued Jun 2023 | London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art - Speaking In Public Certification - Gold Medal
Issued Jan 2022 | Oxford University Computing Challenge (OUCC) - Selected for top 10% global Bebras score
Issued Feb 2023 | Silver&Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Certification