Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science student @ the University of California, Irvine

I'm Shakeel Riyaj, a software engineer and aspiring entrepreneur based in Irvine. I'm the founder of Quant@UCI, where we guide students in exploring quantitative finance and trading. My passion lies in developing scalable software systems and solving complex problems through innovative code.

Scalability: A Key Factor in Application Performance

While most applications are built to function smoothly under typical conditions, scalability ensures they can handle growing demands and evolving user needs, allowing businesses to stay competitive and reliable as digital landscapes continue to expand.

The Importance of Networking and Connections

Although technical skills are essential, I found that networking and building connections during my university years played a critical role in my career journey, leading to invaluable opportunities and insights that go beyond classroom learning.

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Work

  1. Company
    Reflex Arc
    Role
    Quant Engineering Intern
    Date
  2. Company
    Rivian
    Role
    Software Engineering Intern
    Date
  3. Company
    UCI Rocket Project
    Role
    Software Engineer
    Date
  4. Company
    Quant@UCI
    Role
    Founder
    Date
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