BRIDA ESAMBU

olekabrida@gmail.com | 405-934-5868 | linkedin.com/in/daniel-esambu | github.com/EBOD13

EDUCATION

M.S. Computer Science, The University of Oklahoma Aug 2024 — May 2027
B.S. Computer Science, The University of Oklahoma Aug 2022 — May 2026
B.A. Mathematics, The University of Oklahoma Jan 2024 — May 2026

CERTIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages C/C++, Python, Java, SQL (MySQL), JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML/CSS, R, Bash, Dart
Tools & Platforms React, Node.js, FastAPI, Flask, Django, Flutter, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, AWS, GCP, Firebase, Supabase, PostgreSQL, Git/GitHub, Jira, TensorFlow

WORK EXPERIENCE

Software Engineer Embedded/Network Systems Intern II, Silicon One Team, Research Triangle Park, NC Jun 2026 — Aug 2026
Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Built the algorithm that reconstructs ASIC provisioning state from Silicon One SDK API traces, grouping hardware objects (ACL groups, profiles, handlers) by dependency and lifetime across five design iterations to resolve reused handles and circular references.
  • Cut multi-object lifecycle reconstruction from 1.4s to 16ms (86×) by replacing an O(N·K) rescanning prototype with an O(N + K log K) indexed C++17 engine, using POSIX mmap to map 50MB, 300K-line logs into virtual memory and eliminate redundant I/O and copies.
  • Delivered the platform end to end (C++17, FastAPI, React, TypeScript), letting engineers isolate a failing object's related events and replay that subset to reproduce bugs faster; validated across 23 scenarios.
IT Support Technician, Norman, OK Aug 2023 — Present
OU Information Technology Learning Spaces
  • Supported 150+ classrooms and 20 labs as part of a team that raised network uptime by 20% through proactive maintenance.
  • Contributed to a team effort that cut average ticket resolution time by 41% through systematic troubleshooting and close collaboration.
  • Started training new technicians on my own initiative and, once my manager saw the impact, was asked to keep training incoming recruits, reducing coverage gaps on shifts without an experienced technician.
Software Development Intern, Norman, OK Jan 2025 — May 2025
Ronnie K. Irani Center for the Creation of Economic Wealth
  • Architected the backend and frontend structure of a cross-platform Flutter app for an emergency-response startup, planning for long-term scalability.
  • Implemented secure authentication via Firebase with email, Google OAuth, and biometric sign-in through native device APIs.
  • Designed the app's full interface in Figma and presented progress to mentors and lead technicians, folding feedback into each iteration.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant – Undergraduate Research Fellow, Norman, OK Jan 2025 — Jul 2025
OU Gallogly College of Engineering – Engineering Dean
  • Cleaned and prepared 3,600+ student records across five cohorts, applying statistical methods to protect against bias before analysis.
  • Built linear, logistic, and non-linear regression models to quantify how math placement predicts retention and degree completion.
  • Presented the findings at the ASEE 2026 Annual Conference and volunteered as a session moderator, keeping sessions on time.

PROJECTS

Fortuna – AI-Powered Personal Finance App, Personal | React Native, FastAPI, Supabase, PostgreSQL, TypeScript Dec 2025 — Present
  • Built a cross-platform React Native (iOS & Android) app with voice-first UX, real-time WebSocket chat, speech-to-text, biometric auth, and Apple/Google Sign-In using TypeScript.
  • Built a FastAPI + PostgreSQL backend with JWT/MFA auth, row-level security, and Supabase scheduled functions for timezone-aware financial pipelines and APNS push notification delivery.
  • Engineered an AI financial coaching engine on Anthropic Claude with a dual-channel reasoning architecture, tool-forced structured outputs, PII sanitization, and a circuit breaker pattern for fault-tolerant insight delivery.
HeadingtonPortal – Full-Stack Visitor Management System, Personal | React, Node.js, MongoDB, Express.js Jun 2023 — Jan 2026
  • Replaced a manual Excel workflow by engineering a full-stack visitor platform that cut guest registration time by 67% (60s to 20s), reduced returning visitor check-ins to <10s, and enabled batch checkouts in <7s during peak traffic.
  • Developed scalable REST APIs, role-based access control, and a responsive UI (React + Redux), eliminating redundant data entry and significantly improving throughput for housing staff.
  • Delivered secure data models, optimized search flows, and production deployment on Render, demonstrating strong ownership, end-to-end system design, and measurable operational impact.
PhishShield-AI, Personal | Python, Flask, Hugging Face, Threat Intelligence APIs March 2025 — Present
  • Developed an AI-powered Chrome extension that utilizes advanced threat intelligence and a fine-tuned Random Forest classifier to detect email phishing with an 85% accuracy improvement.
  • Integrated real-time security feeds from VirusTotal and URLHaus, enabling proactive mitigation of emerging phishing threats.
The Trail — Best Use of ElevenLabs, Hacklahoma 2026, Hacklahoma | Gemini API, ElevenLabs API, Apple Screen Time API, MongoDB, Canvas API, React Native (Expo) Feb 2026
  • Built a behavioral nudging productivity app that aggregates Canvas assignments, Google Calendar, and fitness data to surface AI-generated, context-aware interventions.
  • Implemented Apple's Screen Time framework trifecta (Family Controls, Device Activity, Managed Settings) across three app extensions to detect usage thresholds and render custom shield overlays on distracting apps — mirroring the architecture of apps like Opal.
  • Integrated ElevenLabs voice synthesis to deliver encouraging audio feedback on goal completion, winning Best Use of ElevenLabs out of all competing teams.
  • Used Gemini to decompose overwhelming workloads into clear, prioritized action steps delivered as in-app nudges.
Serendipity, HackMIT '25, HackMIT | Python, Google Gemini API, Vosk, Whisper Sep 2025
  • Built a real-time, context-aware AR platform on MentraOS that combines Gemini with GPS and weather data to generate and manage personalized user quests.
  • Worked around hardware and network limits by optimizing the data-sync layer and building a voice-controlled UI usable in low-connectivity environments.
Personal Voice Assistant, Personal | Python, Google Gemini API May 2024 — Jul 2024
  • Built a hands-free voice assistant for Spotify using Google Gemini API and STT with advanced intent recognition.
  • Applied advanced NLP intent recognition to improve voice command accuracy and execution reliability.

EXTRACURRICULAR, HONORS AND AWARDS

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