Hi, my name is Vinay.
I'm an aspiring software engineer.
CE/CS Major at Northeastern - Class of 2025.
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About
Hi there! My name is Vinayajitesh Balaji, but most people call me Vinay. I am a Computer Engineering and Computer Science major at Northeastern that is constantly seeking to learn new technical skills. I am passionate about new technologies and robotics, and have discussed these topics on my podcast the Tech Check. With my skills, I strive to improve human lives with robotics and programming. When I am not immersed in technology, I love to play pickup basketball, football, chess, and gaming!
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Experiences + Projects
Scotiabank (July 2024 - December 2024)
As an Equity Derivatives Quantitative Developer co-op, I engineered a Python-based regression testing framework for an exotic options pricer, achieving 95% test coverage by validating Greeks across 350+ products. I also overhauled the primary trading platform's frontend using TypeScript and JavaScript, cutting visualization latency by 70% and response time by 40%. To streamline complex computations, I developed shell scripts that parallelized PDE and Monte Carlo model comparisons, enabling analysis of Greeks and MTM across 500+ equity products. Additionally, I built a market data visualization platform leveraging Flask, MongoDB, and TypeScript, which reduced analysis time for exotic options pricing by 50%. To ensure data accuracy, I created an intelligent market data monitoring system with automated alerts and escalation protocols, reducing data gap detection time by 80%.
Citizens Bank (July 2023 - July 2024)
As a Software Engineer at Citizens Bank, I contributed to impactful automation and software development initiatives while working full-time from July 2023 to December 2023 and part-time while pursuing coursework from January 2024 to July 2024. I automated daily summary reports using Python and Generative AI, reducing manual effort by 80% and significantly improving accuracy. I integrated over 40 UiPath workflows with Bitbucket and Jenkins CI/CD pipelines, streamlining deployment and version control processes. Additionally, I developed 25+ reusable UiPath libraries to enhance automation pipelines, boosting operational efficiency by 30% and reducing development time by 25%. I also designed and implemented an automated PTO tracking system, integrating employee records with Access Database and Outlook to improve employee resource management.
HyperTrader
During my tenure as a Software Engineering Intern at HyperTrader from June 2022 to September 2022, I developed and deployed a secure login system with Duo 2FA in React Native and TypeScript, significantly enhancing user security for over 5,000 traders. I engineered a real-time trading dashboard integrated with the Binance API using Node.js and React Native, streamlining data flow and improving user experience. Additionally, I optimized app performance for market spikes by implementing lazy loading, Redux state management, and efficient data fetching strategies, reducing load times by 40%. My contributions were pivotal in delivering a seamless and secure trading platform for a diverse user base.
Power2Peer
As a Software Engineering Intern at Power2Peer from June 2021 to September 2021, I developed an Ethereum blockchain dashboard using JavaScript and Solidity, enabling seamless energy transactions for over 50 renewable energy producers and consumers. I authored and deployed more than 10 smart contracts in Solidity, automating high-frequency energy trading and ensuring secure transaction execution. Utilizing the Rinkeby Test Network, I rigorously tested and deployed these smart contracts, achieving 100% functionality and reliability pre-deployment. Additionally, I integrated the MetaMask browser extension to manage over 100 Ether wallets, facilitating secure and efficient energy trading on the platform. My contributions significantly advanced the platform's capabilities and reliability.
Other Projects
StockSense
StockSense is a comprehensive tool designed to help investors analyze stock trends and make informed decisions. It leverages a combination of machine learning techniques and sentiment analysis to predict future stock prices and recommend similar stocks. The application integrates data from multiple sources, including historical stock data and news sentiment, to provide a holistic view of the stock market's behavior.
EarningsGPT
EarningsGPT is an advanced web application designed to help investors and analysts extract meaningful insights from earnings call recordings. The application leverages state-of-the-art speech-to-text transcription, text embedding, and AI-driven question-answering using Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) to provide users with a comprehensive analysis of earnings calls.
Chess GUI
In my Computing Fundamentals class, I worked on an interactive two-player chess game using pygame. The game includes specific attacks for each chess piece, automatic detection of checks and checkmates, and pawn promotion to queen. It also features an end screen displaying checkmate when a player wins.
AI Battleship Java Application
Welcome to the AI Battleship Project! This project represents a modern take on the classic game of Battleship, with the twist of implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the opponent.The AI Battleship game is a turn-based, strategy game where the goal is to find and sink all of the opponent's ships before they sink yours. This project enhances the game experience by using a hit and destroy algorithm to find opponent ships and attack them.
SoccerBots
In my engineering class, we designed two remote-controlled RC cars with Arduino, named Lightning and Sally, to mimic Rocket League for kids at the Boston Children’s Museum. The cars had custom-built chassis, were laser-cut with acrylic, and wirelessly controlled with joysticks. They featured a distance sensor that detected when the soccer ball entered the goal, triggering an LED light-based scoring system. We used nRF24L01 wireless transceiver technology to transmit joystick coordinates to the car and custom-built the joystick with an Arduino.
FloodIt Java Application
This is a Java application of the game FloodIt. The goal is to flood the board with one color in limited clicks. Adjacent squares are flooded in a waterfall effect and clicking a square already the same color does not flood. Difficulty is proportional to board size and colors available. Players lose if they fail to flood the board within the allotted clicks, and win if they succeed. Players can reset the game by pressing 'r'.
Maze Generation and Pathfinder
I built a Java application that utilizes Kruskal's algorithm to generate random mazes of up to 100 by 100. Users can customize the size of the maze, making it a highly interactive experience. In addition, I implemented automated depth-first and breadth-first searches to visually solve the mazes and retrace the solution path.
Java Journal Application
Welcome to the Java Journal! We are a powerful task management application designed to help you stay organized and productive throughout your busy week. With an intuitive user interface and robust features, it's the perfect tool for managing your tasks and events effectively.
C.A.M.S Mount
I worked on the Custom Airpod Magnetic Stem (C.A.M.S Mount) project, creating an accessory that improves accessibility for those with unique ear shapes or surgeries. Utilizing a dual-magnet system, the CAMS Mount secures AirPods discreetly and effectively, crafted through precise 3D printing. This innovation makes high-quality audio accessible, enhancing technology inclusivity without costly modifications.
Braille UNO Cards
I worked on a project to make UNO cards more accessible for individuals who are blind or have vision impairments. We used laser cutting to etch Braille numbers on each card, and created an interactive box for easy locating. The project was a success, and I was thrilled to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Smart Tile
I created a smart tile that generates electricity from footsteps using piezoelectric disks. The prototype compresses onto the disk when stepped on, producing electrical current. My team and I also developed a pitch deck explaining how the tile solves a problem. See the attached slideshow for more information.
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Contact
Let's stay in touch!
Here is how you can contact me! Looking for full time opportunities starting May 2025
vinayajitesh.balaji@gmail.com
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