Engr. Kelly Ochuko Egode is a multidisciplinary technology leader with over 18 years of experience in artificial intelligence, data science, and digital transformation across agriculture, finance, engineering, and the public sector. He has a proven track record in developing intelligent systems and deploying AI-driven platforms, with deep expertise in AIoT, photonic sensing, robotics, and digital twin modelling applied to sustainable agriculture. He is the Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of an award-winning agritech venture — Omfeonix Agritech Ltd, UK, combining strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise.
EDUCATION
Engr. Egode holds an MSc in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (with Distinction) from the University of Hull, UK.
He also holds a BEng in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria, a Diploma in Robotics and Automation from the London School of Business and Research, and has completed the MIT xPRO course on Designing and Building AI Products and Services at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, US. He has also earned a certificate from the Climate Change AI Virtual Summer School.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Engr. Egode has extensive experience in the AI industry. His work includes:
• AI & Data Governance — Northern Ireland Civil Service — Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA)
• He leads AI and data governance initiatives across Northern Ireland's agri-food and environmental sectors to ensure robust data-driven decision-making and policy compliance. His responsibilities include:
• He architected the Northern Ireland Data Governance Dashboard. He utilised Microsoft Purview, Databricks, and Azure Data Factory (ADF) to streamline data classification, pipeline tracking, and security auditing.
• He deployed a centralised governance system for data lineage tracking, system compliance, and pipeline health across the department.
• He integrated Microsoft Purview, Databricks, and Azure Data Factory (ADF) into core workflows for automated data discovery, auditing, and policy enforcement frameworks.
• He standardised metadata and classified core environmental and land assets by mapping structural and relational dependencies within complex Scarp records.
• He developed data stewardship guidelines for internal teams to ensure alignment with UK-wide digital governance frameworks and data protection standards.
• Engr. Egode integrated digital solutions with sustainable agricultural practices, strengthening data-driven decision-making and cybersecurity for Northern Ireland's farmers, fisheries, and rural businesses:
• He has led cross-functional digital transformation projects for the agri-food and environmental sectors, aligning data solutions with UK-wide agricultural policy and compliance standards.
• He has designed and optimised scalable Power BI solutions integrated with AI/ML models to aid regional decision-making on resource allocation, crop health, and market trends.
• He has enhanced data-driven decision-making and cybersecurity for Northern Ireland's farmers, fisheries, and rural businesses through the integration of digital solutions with sustainable practices.
• Engr. Egode led the strategic direction and technology development for an Agriculture 4.0 company applying AI, IoT sensing, big data, edge computing, and robotics to sustainable farming. This includes AquaECO AI, an AIoT copilot for aquaponics water quality and energy management:
PUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
Engr. Egode has authored several articles, presented papers, and contributed to numerous publications.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
He is a member of several professional organisations.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Engr. Egode has mentored various workshops and received awards and recognition from numerous organisations.
CERTIFICATIONS
He holds certifications from various institutions.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Engr. Egode possesses technical skills in several programming languages.
