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Michael Tesfu

@michaeltesfu

Versatile senior software engineer with expertise in scalable systems.

United States

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges me technically and allows for collaboration with diverse teams, fostering innovation and growth.

I am a versatile software engineer with a knack for turning complex ideas into scalable, high-impact systems. Known for writing clean, efficient code, I have a proven track record of powering robust infrastructure, intuitive interfaces, and seamless user experiences. My ability to bridge the gap between business goals and technical execution allows me to debug with precision, optimize performance, and build end-to-end solutions that deliver real results.

At Amazon, I integrated Prime Vision with Next Gen Stats on Amazon Prime Video, enhancing the viewing experience with real-time NFL player tracking and predictive analytics. I also developed AWS TV, a video learning platform that provides high-quality AWS technology tutorials. My experience at Insitro involved shaping and delivering a machine learning-driven drug discovery platform, where I built robust systems to validate and structure complex biological data. I established foundational engineering practices to ensure long-term maintainability and scalability.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, biologists, and chemists, to drive feature implementation and innovation. I thrive in environments that challenge me to push the boundaries of technology while delivering impactful solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Software Development Engineer III

Amazon

Sep 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 8 months)

Integrated Prime Vision with Next Gen Stats on Amazon Prime Video, delivering real-time NFL player tracking and predictive analytics for an enhanced viewing experience. Developed AWS TV from scratch, an Amazon video learning platform similar to Udemy designed to attract users by providing high-quality AWS technology tutorials within the Amazon ecosystem.

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Senior Software Engineer

Insitro

Sep 2019 - Aug 2023 (3 years 11 months)

Contributed from early-stage research to product launch, playing a key role in shaping and delivering Insitro’s machine learning–driven drug discovery platform. Built robust systems to validate, normalize, and structure complex, noisy, high-dimensional biological data from diverse experimental modalities such as transcriptomics, microscopy, and sequencing.

IN

Full Stack Developer

Instacart

Feb 2013 - Aug 2019 (6 years 6 months)

Contributed to the full project lifecycle from the ground up, including architecture, development, testing, and production deployment. Built the MVP logistics platform, solving real-time order matching, in-store navigation, and inventory uncertainty to enable fast, reliable grocery delivery at scale.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Stanford University logoSU

Stanford University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. Gained foundational knowledge and skills in various aspects of computer science.

Stanford University logoSU

Stanford University

Master of Science, Computer Science

Completed a Master of Science degree in Computer Science. Focused on advanced topics within the field, building upon undergraduate knowledge.

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