Software EngineerFull-stack applications & AI systems

I build web applications and AI infrastructure with React, TypeScript, and Next.js. At MultiValue Central, I built and launched an internal platform used daily for time tracking, project management, billing, and invoicing.

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Software I’ve built

Internal operations platform

Built and launched a platform at MultiValue Central that connects employee time tracking with project management, billing, and customer invoicing.

Machine learning in VR

The virtual school entrance in the educational AI and machine learning game

University of Rhode Island · VR learning

Led development of a Unity and C# learning game with five interactive 3D environments for teaching machine learning concepts.

Engineering experience

Software Engineer

MultiValue Central Current

Jan 2026 — Present

Building internal software for operations, billing, analysis, and reporting. Developing AI infrastructure with Next.js, Qdrant, and MCP, with a focus on secure deployment, data privacy, and reliable integrations.

Lead Software Engineer Intern

University of Rhode Island

Feb — May 2025

Led development of an educational VR game. Created five interactive 3D environments and learning assessments to help students understand machine learning concepts.

Teaching Assistant & Product Owner

University of Rhode Island

Sep — Dec 2024

Guided 5+ student teams from mobile app ideas to deployment. Mentored developers and co-authored the CSC 305 Software Engineering textbook.

About me

My work spans frontend interfaces, backend systems, and AI integrations. I focus on security, maintainability, and testing before release.

I use Codex and Claude Code to explore codebases, implement features, and review changes, while remaining responsible for architecture and validation.

B.A. in Computer ScienceUniversity of Rhode Island · 2021–2025Minor in Cyber Security

Interfaces & applications

Backend & infrastructure

AI & developer tools

1st place · Cyber Security Summit 2024
University of Rhode Island · AI-powered financial tracking application

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Have a project in mind, an interesting problem, or just want to connect? I’d love to hear from you.

Let’s talk zaidshahzadbusiness@gmail.com