Michael Schmid
@michaelschmid
Senior Software Engineer specializing in full stack and AI development.
GermanyWhat I'm looking for
With around 7 years of experience as a Senior Software Engineer, I have a proven track record of building full stack AI and NLP engineering systems, particularly in startup environments. My expertise lies in developing LLM-based automation tools and integrating AI into production platforms, focusing on solving real operational challenges through pragmatic architecture and scalable solutions.
Throughout my career, I have successfully architected modular microservices and developed AI-powered platforms that leverage cutting-edge technologies like GPT-4 and custom-trained LLM agents. My work has significantly improved operational efficiency, enabling businesses to automate complex processes and enhance their data-driven decision-making capabilities.
I am passionate about continuous learning and collaboration, having worked closely with cross-functional teams to refine AI models and improve product relevance. I thrive in dynamic environments where fast iterations and innovative solutions are essential to success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Backend Senior Software Engineer
Green Deck
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)
Developed an AI-powered pricing intelligence platform for global retail brands, leveraging GPT4 and custom-trained LLM agents. Architected modular microservices using Python FastAPI and deployed them on AWS, ensuring high throughput and resilience in real-time data ingestion.
AI Platform Engineer
Robin AI
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)
Developed AI copilots for legal contract review using OpenAI GPT4, enabling clause extraction and risk scoring workflows. Built production-grade microservices in Python FastAPI and deployed them using Docker and AWS ECS.
Full Stack Engineer
Cohere AI Integration
Feb 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Built internal tools and prototype applications using Cohere’s NLP models. Designed frontend systems with serverless backends to demonstrate real-time semantic search and integrated transformer-based NLP models into production APIs.
Software Engineer
Zalando SE
Jan 2020 - Feb 2021 (1 year 1 month)
Developed scalable e-commerce microservices using Java Spring Boot and Kubernetes. Built internal dashboards and APIs to support marketing teams and introduced CI/CD pipelines, streamlining deployments and reducing manual errors.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Technical University of Berlin
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Science
2016 - 2019
Grade: 4.0 / 4.0
Attended developer meetups and tech talks organized by TU Berlin’s student tech societies. Participated in coding clubs or AI groups, working collaboratively on open challenges or semester-long builds. Worked part-time as a student assistant in a faculty lab, helping with software development or data analysis. Completed an internship with a Berlin-based startup or company as part of your practical
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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