Software Quality Engineer testing and automating iPhone carrier onboarding. Ohio State CSE '25. Previously shipped automation at Amazon and REST APIs at London Computer Systems.
I ship fast, keep things maintainable, and love combining AI/ML with strong product sense.
I'm a Software Quality Engineer at Apple, where I work on the carrier services that power iPhone activation. I graduated from Ohio State (CSE, December 2025) and love shipping production systems — I've built them at Amazon and London Computer Systems, focusing on automation and scalable architecture.
At Apple, I test and automate carrier onboarding workflows for iPhone. At Amazon, I automated catalog systems managing 13,000+ items with 60% efficiency gains. At LCS, I built REST APIs serving 100,000+ users. I'm passionate about AI/ML — I've developed AI-powered apps with LangChain, led 20+ engineers as ESW President, and won multiple J.P. Morgan hackathons.
Languages, frameworks, platforms, and specialties I rely on to ship production-grade software — including Claude Code and AI-assisted development in my day-to-day workflow.
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Full-time roles, internships, and achievements that taught me how to ship quickly, lead teams, and own outcomes.
January 2026 - Present
Software Quality Engineer — Tools & Automation
Apple
Engineering internal tools and automation frameworks to validate carrier service integrations powering iPhone activation at scale
Building automated test platforms that expand coverage and eliminate manual workflows across carrier onboarding pipelines
Driving quality and reliability of native carrier onboarding through scalable tooling and systems-level testing
May 2025 - August 2025
Software Development Engineering Intern — Devices
Amazon
Developed full-stack catalog system managing 13,000+ trade-in items with historical pricing and server-side filtering
Automated catalog generation using Vue.js, AWS AppSync, and Lambda, reducing manual effort by ~60%
Managed full development cycle from requirements to deployment with cross-functional stakeholders
August 2024 - May 2025
President
Engineers for a Sustainable World
Led 20+ engineers in sustainable technology initiatives, managing project timelines and resources
Drove green technology innovation with a focus on environmental impact reduction
Designed and established digital presence and outreach programs, increasing engagement by 40%
February 2025 - April 2025
Technical Interview Prep Fellow
CodePath TIP102
Completed intensive 12-week program in algorithms, data structures, and system design
Practiced technical interviews with industry mentors and optimized coding solutions
November 2024
Code for Good Hackathon Winner
J.P. Morgan Chase & Co.
Won 1st place against 20+ teams by developing a full-stack alumni networking platform for an NYC cultural nonprofit
Delivered production-ready application using MERN stack with advanced user authentication and real-time features
May 2024 - August 2024
Software Developer Intern
London Computer Systems
Developed REST APIs using C#/.NET and SQL for enterprise software serving 100,000+ users
Resolved 20+ critical bugs and re-engineered query engine, achieving 40% performance improvement
Delivered 7 feature implementations for the new leasing center module
June 2024 - August 2024
Software Engineering Fellow
IBM Accelerate Program
Completed a rigorous 8-week software engineering program covering algorithms, cybersecurity, and cloud-native development
Mastered modern web technologies including JavaScript, React, and Node.js through hands-on projects and mentorship
Built industry connections through networking with IBM engineers and technology leaders
November 2023
Code for Good Hackathon Winner
J.P. Morgan Chase & Co.
Secured 1st place against 20+ teams by developing a comprehensive web application for the Pyramid CDC nonprofit
Implemented user authentication, skills assessments, and personalized learning paths using modern web technologies
May 2023 - August 2023
Software QA Engineer Intern
London Computer Systems
Developed comprehensive API testing framework with 50+ automated test cases using Postman and JIRA integration
Executed rigorous REST API validation ensuring 100% accuracy between expected and actual JSON responses
Collaborated with development teams to identify and resolve 15+ critical software defects, significantly reducing bug resolution time
Production work, hackathon wins, and experiments that show how I approach architecture, UX, and impact.
HackOHI/O 2025 multi-environment campus navigation system with indoor positioning, outdoor pathfinding, and garage routing. Features classroom schedules for all buildings, ADA-compliant routing, and sensor fusion for real-time tracking without Wi-Fi infrastructure.
// javascript, html5 canvas, pwa, sensor fusion, python, flask
AI-powered repository intelligence platform leveraging RAG architecture with vector embeddings for semantic code search. Enables natural-language queries over codebases using LangChain and OpenAI models.
// python, flask, langchain, openai api, elasticsearch, next.js
Production data pipeline automating attendance reporting for Greater Ohio Virtual School. Processes complex CSV transformations with Pandas, reducing manual work from hours to seconds.
// python, flask, pandas
NES-inspired 2D game engine built from scratch with custom collision detection, sprite animation system, and state-based enemy AI. Implements design patterns for maintainable game architecture.
// c#, monogame framework
Award-winning full-stack social network (J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. Code for Good). Built a scalable REST API with JWT authentication, real-time messaging, and profile matching algorithms for the LMCC alumni community.
// mern stack, tailwind css
Location-aware weather dashboard with geolocation integration and dynamic search. Features a responsive design, real-time API data fetching, error handling, and loading states.
// openweathermap api, github pages, html, css
Low-level game implementation in C featuring a real-time physics engine, custom collision detection algorithms, and memory-efficient data structures. Console-rendered graphics with optimized frame updates.
// c, custom graphics library
EdTech platform with adaptive learning paths and real-time progress analytics. Implements Firebase authentication, Firestore database with complex queries, and a component-based React architecture for scalability.
// react, tailwind css, firebase
Full-stack financial dashboard with secure user authentication, CRUD operations for transactions, and data visualization. Features a REST API and MongoDB aggregation pipelines for spending insights.
// mern stack (mongodb, express, react, node.js)
Programs and schools that shaped my foundation in computer science and engineering.
B.S. Computer Science and Engineering
August 2022 - December 2025
A.S. Liberal Arts and Sciences — dual enrollment
August 2020 - May 2022
High School
August 2018 - May 2022
A few things recruiters and teammates usually ask me.
Languages: Java, C#, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, C, SQL, HTML, CSS, x86 Assembly
Frameworks: React, Vue.js, Node.js, Express, Next.js, Flask, LangChain, Tailwind CSS, .NET
Software: Git/GitHub, Claude Code, VS Code, AWS (Lambda, AppSync, S3), MongoDB, MySQL, Postman, Visual Studio, Firebase, Elasticsearch, MATLAB, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, SolidWorks
Other Skills: REST & GraphQL APIs, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, CI/CD, Data Structures & Algorithms, Agile Development, Test-Driven Development, Technical Documentation, Full Stack Development, IoT (ESP32), electronic and computer hardware, circuit assembly, 3D printing
Leadership: Engineers for a Sustainable World club (ESW), OHI/O club (Ohio State's Hackathon Program), Engineering Scholars program, Claude Builder Club
Roles: Former President and Director of Community Service for ESW, Former member of the Marketing and Communications Committee for OHI/O, Member of the Engineering Scholars program, Member of the Claude Builder Club
Goals: In my leadership roles, I prioritize promoting tech literacy, sustainability, and community outreach. I'm passionate about making technology accessible and advancing sustainability efforts.
I graduated in December 2025.
I'm focused on AI/ML impact work and building products that ship quickly and deliver real, measurable value to users.
I enjoy playing guitar, mountain biking, skiing, kayaking, and spending time with friends and family. I also love tinkering — whether that's creating projects on my 3D printer, building with Arduino, or working on bikes and fixing things with my hands.
// still curious? eli.paulman@gmail.com
I'm most responsive via email and LinkedIn.