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Faezah Ali

@faezahali

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Lead Software Engineer specializing in AI and full-stack development.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges my technical skills and fosters innovation, particularly in AI and full-stack development.

I am a Lead Software Engineer with a strong focus on AI-enabled solutions and full-stack development. At Chevron, I lead a team of engineers to build and scale internal web platforms that serve thousands of users monthly. My role involves defining technical strategies and implementing engineering best practices, including CI/CD and agile methodologies. I have architected a document deep search engine using C# (.NET) on Azure, which allows for fast and intelligent search capabilities over millions of documents.

In my previous role as a Full Stack Software Engineer, I developed a knowledge management web app that modernized engineering standards documentation, significantly improving cross-system integration efficiency. I am passionate about integrating AI/ML models into our systems to enhance user engagement and discovery. My experience also includes automating testing and security scans, which has reduced deployment time by 60%. I thrive in collaborative environments and am committed to delivering high-quality software solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Lead Software Engineer, AI Enabled Search Tools

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Chevron

Aug 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Led a team of full-stack engineers to build and scale two internal web platforms, serving thousands of monthly users. Architected and implemented a document deep search engine and supporting microservices in C# (.NET) on Azure, integrating AI/ML models including Azure OpenAI.

C++.NET Azure Angular React Agile System Design Microservices

Full Stack Software Engineer

Chevron

Aug 2020 - Aug 2022 (2 years)

Built CESD, a knowledge management web app that modernized engineering standards documentation and revision workflows. Developed a production-ready REST API in C# (.NET) and engineered a caching solution for external APIs, significantly cutting costs and boosting load speeds.

C++.NET Angular REST APIs Data Lake Caching SQL Git

Software Engineering Intern

Ericsson

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019 (2 months)

Automated a cell tower scripting tool based on variable input documents, streamlining script writer responsibilities. Designed and developed a system to compile necessary custom software packages for antenna and radio configurations on cell towers.

Automation System Design Documentation Scripting Software Development

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Activities and societies: Pursued a minor in Business.

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. The curriculum covered fundamental concepts and advanced topics in software development and algorithms.