Ali Tahir

Leading security implementations and SSO services for enterprise authentication systems

• Continuing comprehensive SSO services and authentication system maintenance across multiple GE business units
• Implementing advanced security protocols and best practices for enterprise-scale applications
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams across Accenture and GE to ensure secure, scalable authentication solutions

End-to-end SDLC team member maintaining 14 mission-critical SSO APIs serving 80,000+ employees, contractors, and B2B customers across GE Corporate, GE Vernova, and GE Aerospace

• Architected and delivered 14 SSO APIs in 11 months, modernizing 15+ year legacy Java systems during simultaneous identity provider, database, and codebase migrations
• Achieved 99% uptime since production deployment, serving 50,000+ users across three major business units during historic GE corporate restructuring
• Independently operated entire enterprise SSO infrastructure for 10 months as sole remaining developer during GE/Accenture transition, maintaining critical authentication services for Fortune 500 manufacturing operations without service interruption
• Optimized API performance from seconds to milliseconds by implementing GraphQL for large dataset queries and directory operations
• Implemented mutual authentication (mTLS) architecture using OpenSSL, Terraform, and Envoy, securing internal API traffic with manual annual certificate rotation
• Modernized CI/CD infrastructure by migrating from Jenkins to TeamCity, creating streamlined deployment pipelines with custom build scripts and templates for all three GE business units

Accelerated career development program providing technical support across VA/NC region

• Completed rigorous apprenticeship program in record time 6-months (typical duration: 1-3 years)
• Gained hands-on experience with enterprise software development teams and Agile sprint methodologies
• Successfully placed on GE assignment, leading to full-time software engineering role

Built and operated specialized catering business focusing on on-site professional chef services and event catering

• Grew business from startup while an undergraduate student to 155 events annually at peak, achieving $64,800 revenue in highest-earning year (2019) through strategic client acquisition and operational excellence
• Managed end-to-end solo operations including client relations, menu planning, logistics coordination, inventory management, and on-site chef services for intimate events serving up to 20 guests
• Developed systematic processes for cost optimization and quality control, resulting in 80%+ repeat business rate and consistent 5-star client feedback
• Built strong client relationships across corporate, wedding, and private event markets through exceptional customer service and reliability as sole proprietor
• Business ceased operations in 2020 due to COVID pandemic and lockdown restrictions, leading to strategic career transition into technology

Python application leveraging local AI models to generate personalized learning curricula and study guides

• Developing Python application integrating Ollama API for local LLM inference, enabling offline AI-powered tutoring across 15+ technical subjects
• Implemented natural language processing pipeline to parse user learning objectives and generate structured syllabi with 90%+ user satisfaction in beta testing
• Created modular architecture supporting multiple AI models (DeepSeek, Qwen2.5) for diverse educational content generation.
• Built intuitive CLI interface for seamless user interaction and learning path customization, supporting 5 different learning styles