Hi, I'm Ani
I build high-performance systems and ship products that matter.
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Synopsis
I'm a systems-focused software engineer that can move up and down the stack to build deterministic applications. I also create some content in my spare time.
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Experience
Feb 2026 · Present · San Francisco, CA
Software Engineering Intern
RocketRide
- Integrated C++ and Python nodes into an open-source VSCode engine, enabling engineers to build data pipelines via a low-code interface.
- Architected a dual-pass vision pipeline (DETR & CLIP) to automate F1 car and logo detection, reducing review time for sponsorship ROI analysis.
- Developed a temporal buffering algorithm with FFmpeg to eliminate frame jitter, delivering seamless "screen-time" reels for any type of object.
Dec 2025 · Feb 2026 · San Francisco, CA
Software Engineering Intern
Aparavi
- Enabled non-technical users to trigger C++ workflows via natural language prompts by designing a custom Model Context Protocol (MCP) server.
- Deployed core product updates to AWS EC2 and on-premise instances as part of a high-stakes 8-person infrastructure migration.
- Automated environment stability checks by developing a testing pipeline to audit 30+ dependency files for version conflicts.
Jun 2025 · Dec 2025 · Chicago, IL
Founding Engineer
Shiplo
- Achieved 99.9% workflow completion rate by engineering a Python agent that autonomously applies to internships and tracks them.
- Maintained sub-200ms latency under heavy load by deploying asynchronous worker queues to decouple execution from the API.
- Shipped weekly full-stack product iterations (React/Python), growing user base from 0 to 304 users in four weeks.
Sep 2024 · Jun 2025 · Chicago, IL
Software Engineer (Part Time)
University of Illinois Chicago
- Executed the migration of critical university React/PHP/ASP.NET systems (50k weekly users) from CentOS to RHEL.
- Developed Python ETL scripts to sanitize and migrate terabytes of legacy data into centralized SQL Server clusters.
- Architected and maintained 4 mission-critical web applications, managing the full SDLC from deployment to ongoing performance tuning.
Achievements
HackIllinois 2026
1st Place · 920+ participants · Project: TradeMaxxer
Hack With Chicago 2025
1st in city · Project: LiveAD
WildHacks
1st Place · 450+ participants · Project: Waddl
SparkHacks
1st place · 400+ participants · Project: Raydar
MHacks
Honorable Mention to 1st Place · 750+ participants · Project: Rockefeller
Uncommon Hacks
2nd place · 150+ participants · Project: Midas
HopHacks
Top 10 · 300+ participants · Project: Hermes
NASA Space Apps Chicago
Top 10 in city · Project: EcoSteps
Dean's List
Dean's List for Academic Excellence - 2024 to 2025
Class of 1965 Scholarship
Hometown scholarship for academic excellence
Roy H. Pollack Scholarship
College scholarship for academic excellence
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Highlighted Skills
Infrastructure
Courses
Major
CS111 · Program Design I
Introduction to programming concepts and computational thinking.
MATH180 · Calculus I
Basics of differential and integral calculus.
CS141 · Program Design II
Intermediate programming techniques and software development.
CS151 · Foundations of Computing
Overview of computing principles and computer system fundamentals.
MATH181 · Calculus II
Continuation of calculus covering integration, sequences, and series.
IE342 · Probability & Stat for Engr
Probability and statistics with applications tailored for engineering.
CS211 · Programming Practicum
Hands-on projects applying programming skills in real-world scenarios.
CS251 · Data Structures
Study of data organization methods and algorithm efficiency.
MATH210 · Calculus III
Multivariable calculus and advanced integration techniques.
ENGR100 · CS Success Seminar - FYF
Seminar focused on developing academic and career success skills in CS.
General Education
BIOS110 · Biol of Cells & Organisms
Introduction to cell biology and the structure of living organisms.
BIOS120 · Populations & Communities
Study of population dynamics and ecological communities.
CHEM100 · Chemistry and Life
Fundamentals of chemistry as it relates to biological processes.
PHYS1 · AP Physics 1
Fundamental physics principles for non-majors.
POLS101 · Intro to American Government
Overview of the U.S. political system and government structure.
PSCH100 · Introductory Psychology
Foundational concepts in human behavior and psychological theory.
STAT101 · Introduction to Statistics
Basic statistical methods and data analysis techniques.
ENGL160 · Composition I
Fundamentals of academic writing and composition.
ENGL161 · Composition II
Advanced academic writing and communication skills.
ENGL101 · Intro to Literature
Survey of literary works with an emphasis on analysis and interpretation.
ENGL105 · Intro to Fiction
Examination of narrative techniques and storytelling in fiction.
CL100 · Greek Civilization
Study of ancient Greek history, culture, and contributions.
HON122 · Hon Core Ind & Soc / World Cu
Interdisciplinary honors course on individual, society, and world cultures.
THTR102 · Introduction to Theatre
Exploration of theatrical arts, history, and performance techniques.
Outside the IDE
Hobbies
Cinema
Interstellar is a favorite
Reading
Books of all kinds, no set genre
Swimming and Calisthenics
Staying active
Writing
A nice story is a good break from coding