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New York, NY, US

• Building and shipping products in a fast-paced team environment to help businesses go from zero to one.Responsibilities:
• We build highly versatile and reliable backend systems using Golang in AWS and Docker containers.
• My daily tech stack includes using Golang, AWS, Docker, Rest API, Kafka, and SQL, which contribute to the scalable architecture of critical business applications.
• Integrated critical Datadog logs, tracing, and metrics into new micro-services
• Selected as one of six finalists for Hackathon '24. Built an AI-powered chat interface that integrated multiple data sources to deliver summaries, sources, and SME (subject matter expert) recommendations based on user.

Rochester, NY, US

• Paychex Inc. (NASDAQ: 100) processes $750B in financial transactions annually as a global fintech leader.
• As part of a 5-engineer foundation team, developed scalable Docker microservices in Java/Python on OpenShift via Jenkins CI/CD.
• Built two major backend utilities, which reduced processing time by 90% and improved efficiency by 78%, adopted company-wide.
• Leveraged Kafka, RabbitMQ, and REST APIs for service communication; used Splunk and Grafana for observability.
• Created a efficient process to calculate complex amounts and test it automatically and trained 50+ engineers on the new systems.
• Led a Community of Practice to align development and testing efforts across the organization.

Dayton, OH, US

• Envisioned and developed a complete in-house Python-Flask based web app to automate the U.S. Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) internal cyber systems.
• Increased the efficiency of AFRL data leak protection (DLP) reports, communication, and response time by 70% by harnessing the power of Google Cloud Functions, Cloud Armor, Big Query (SQL), and App Engine.
• Collaborated with 3 senior developers from the contractor Wright Brothers Institute to brainstorm and implement ideas and feedback into the app's development.

Dayton, OH, US

• (Via Wright Brothers Institute)
• Helped Integrate CI/CD pipeline system for a new web app released in collaboration with U.S. AFRL and U.K. DSTL.
• Analyzed the legacy code and patched up errors. Fixed user permissions and build the web app using React Framework.
• Implemented strategic and frugal Logging, Monitoring, and Alerting systems for future engineers' use and reference.

Washington, DC, US

• Engaged with public policy through research, hosting events, and extensive interactions with acclaimed scholars.
• Ranked in the top 3 Executive Councils in the country by creating and fostering an energetic community base on campus.
• The American Enterprise Institute is a center-right think tank based in Washington, D.C., that research government, politics, economics, and social welfare.

Cedarville, OH, US

• Led the Student Government Association consisting of 5 separate branches, 50+ team members, and 100+ student organizations.
• Represented and advocated for 5,000+ students and served as a liaison between students and administration.
• Managed a budget of $109,000 for the academic year to boost campus morale through events and programs.
• Presided over the student diversity panel and created a vision that inspired opportunities to meet the needs of the minority students.

Cedarville, OH, US

• Envisioned, planned and executed 'Thursday Night Live' (TNL) every Thursday for the whole academic year.
• Fostered and celebrated good campus morale by initiating hot topic conversations and on an average we hosted about a 100 different students each week.
• Led and collaborated with 6 team members and managed a budget of $2,300.
• At the end of the academic year, we started a new tradition called 'The Banana Project' where we had notes that students could write encouraging messages on and tie it to a banana which would then be picked up by.

Cedarville, OH, US

• Worked in user services and helped students, faculty, staff, and alumni with various IT-related issues. I enjoyed solving problems and working with my team. Most importantly, I also learned to ask for help when I.

Cedarville, OH, US

• Being an RA, my duties included organizing events and helping build good teamwork attitude among my hallmates and the sister hall. I loved listening to the guys and figuring out challenges together.
• I learned the importance of empathy in this role. And this has helped me a great deal in my personal and professional life. I was able to develop strong personal values and high moral standards for myself and within.

Cedarville, OH, US

I had the privilege to be part of an amazing team of extremely smart and hard-working students. I was able to hone in on the skills of writing papers, research and diplomacy by being on the team. I learned so much about international relations and development through our team meetings and personal research.We won the highest award at the National Model.

Cedarville, OH, US

The debate team taught me the values of hardwork, integrity, and honesty. I saw the impact preparation made during our national tournaments. I was taught the importance of gathering relevant information and presenting them concisely with clarity and passion. We travelled nationally and this helped me learn the importance of planning and long term vision. I.

Cedarville, OH, US

As the Bookstore worker I helped arrange and sort books that were to be shipped to students or back to the publisher. I learned the importance of details and scheduling in this role no mater how big or small the task at hand is. I was also exposed to how technology has transformed logistics over the past decade. Through this I was able to learn in depth.

Cedarville, OH, US

• Our class increased communication with the faculty and administration, we increased the number of events hosted on campus and increased the number of students who felt connected to the school.

Cedarville, OH, US

This was my first job in the northern hemisphere and I couldn't have asked for a better job. I learned so much about American food and culture while serving the student body. Through this experience, I learned effective and efficient organizational management. I observed powerful customer management skills in my directors and I was able to practice these.

Grand Rapids, MI, US

• Chosen as one of nine students to join the fully funded Emerging Leaders Academy 2020.
• Coordinated directly with the Acton Institute President to create a world-class front-end experience for 4000+ virtual guests.
• Developed backend functions to link two databases (Raiser's Edge NXT & HubSpot) using Javascript, Node.js, and Express.js to promote client engagement by reducing the search and report time by 50%.

New York, NY, US

• Selected as one of 17 students from around the world to the Temple of Understanding United Nations internship program.
• Attended Security Council and General Assembly meetings at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
• Presented a final research paper on the impact of readily available technology and the GDP of countries in the global south.

Stamford, Connecticut, US

• It was an unmeasurable honor to be invited to attend the United Nations Youth Assembly at the age of 17. I realized then that all goals and aspirations are within reach with proper planning and determination.
• This opportunity gave me the confidence to seek out new ideas, to innovate centuries-old ideas, and to be curious without fear. I was able to connect, discuss and share thoughts with some incredible people from around.
• After the conference, I was also able to attend the first IIMUN conference held at the United Nations Headquarters where me and my partner won the second place in the Security Council (UNSC).