About
Thanks for stopping by. Read below to learn more about myself and my background.
Background
I am an ambitious and driven individual with a strong passion for computer science and software engineering. With a proven track record of success, I am constantly seeking new challenges to push myself beyond my comfort zone.
During my time at Technical University of Delft, where I pursued a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, I specialized in data science and AI. I took a minor abroad in Stockholm, Sweden, where I gained a deeper understanding of Ethical Hacking and Multi-Agent Systems.
In my Master's degree there, I delved extensively into Deep Learning, Quantum Computing, and the field of Side Channel Analysis. Notably, I had the privilege of publishing a toolbox in Side Channel Analysis, which has made a lasting impact and continues to be utilized by researchers in the field.
In addition to my academic achievements, I have been actively engaged in personal projects, particularly in Rust development. These projects have allowed me to apply my knowledge and enhance my skills in a practical setting. I have also dedicated my time as the Chief Software Engineer at Forze Hydrogen Racing, where I led a team of talented individuals in building the world's fastest hydrogen race car. This experience provided me with valuable insights into C++ programming and honed my skills in planning, presenting, and collaborative teamwork.
Furthermore, I have been working at Flow Traders in Amsterdam since August 2022, where I have contributed to the development of various projects and continued to expand my skill set. With a focus on DevOps and system engineering this has been the place for me to develop my skills in automation and troubleshooting.
Beyond my academic and professional pursuits, I have actively contributed to the field of Powerlifting. As a coach, I have had the privilege of sharing my knowledge and supporting others on their powerlifting journeys. Additionally, I had the opportunity to collaborate with a friend in developing a unique coaching website, which has gained recognition and is now utilized by two of the best powerlifting coaches in the Netherlands.
I am motivated by challenges and thrive in environments where innovation and growth are encouraged. I am eager to apply my skills and expertise to tackle complex problems and contribute to the success of organizations that align with my values and aspirations.
Employment
Co-Founder
WoTo - Part-time - Rust, TypeScript, Python
Amsterdam, the Netherlands (09/2023 — Present)
- Created a successful SaaS app for Powerlifting coaches with over 100+ monthly paying users.
- Gained entrepreneurial skills and grew a lot through making mistakes.
Trading Operations Engineer
FlowTraders - Full-time - Python, Bash, Ansible
Amsterdam, the Netherlands (08/2022 — Present)
- Maintained a large trading system composed of thousands of different elements.
- Developed several automation solutions for ad hoc problems.
- Excelled operationally by leveraging monitoring and automation technologies.
- Collaborated closely with Traders, Software Developers, Quants, and DBAs.
Chief Software Engineer
Forze Hydrogen Racing - Full-time - C++, Python
Delft, the Netherlands (06/2021 — 06/2022)
- Developed embedded systems for the world's fastest hydrogen racing car.
- Designed an intricate centralized system for data and communication management within the car.
- Created an extensive Continuous Integration server for code management and testing.
- Worked on a telemetry system with IBM.
- Applied industry-standard customs and methodologies, such as MISRA C and Scrum.
Software Engineer
AISY Labs - Part-time - Python
Delft, the Netherlands (10/2021 — 03/2022)
- Designed and developed a state-of-the-art Side-Channel Analysis toolbox powered by deep learning.
- Created a toolbox used by leading researchers in the field.
Teaching Assistant
Delft University of Technology - Part-time -
Java, Python, C++
Delft, the Netherlands (02/2018 — 08/2021)
- Mentored students with their understanding of the material and assignments for seven different courses.
- Assisted professors with classroom management and document coordination.
- Reviewed and graded written and oral examinations.
IT Intern
Fabrique Public Design - Full-time - Bash,
Python
Delft, the Netherlands (06/2017 — 08/2017)
- Penetration tested the network of the company.
- Installed, modified, and repaired software to resolve technical issu.
- Assembled and repaired hardware.
Education
Master of Science in Computer Science
Delft, the Netherlands (02/2018 — 08/2021)
- Followed both a Data Science and AI track with a specialization in cyber-security.
- Thesis on the analysis of higher-order univariate and multivariate data sets in the field of Profiled Side-Channel Analysis.
- Applied practical knowledge of Deep Learning and other Artificial Intelligence techniques.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science &
Engineering
Delft, the Netherlands (02/2018 — 08/2021)
- Minor abroad at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden.
- Participation in ten different group projects, four of which as a team leader.
- Led a research project into the security of the Ripple XRP Ledger and discovered a critical security flaw.
Hard Skills
- Software Engineering
- DevOps
- Platform Development
- UI/UX design
- Embedded Programming
- Data Science
- Deep Learning & AI
Soft Skills
- Result-driven
- Stays composed in high-pressure situations
- Disciplined
- Curious & insatiable desire to learn
Programming Languages
- Rust
- Python
- C/C++
- Assembly x86
- Typescript
- Java
- SQL
- Lua
- Scala
- Matlab
- R
- Prolog
Tools
- Kubernetes
- Airflow
- Kafka
- Ansible
- Docker
- Grafana
- Astro
- Vue
- Svelte
- React
- NeoVim
- Tensorflow
- PyTorch
- Keras
- Pandas
- Numpy
- Scikit
- Git
- Latex
- Markdown