Ayush Paul
About Ayush Paul
Ayush Paul is a Senior Software Developer and AI Research Developer with extensive experience in software engineering and project management. He has held various roles in organizations such as FIRST Robotics Competition Team 8429 Valence Robotics and Raytheon Technologies, and he is the founder of Queen City Hacks.
Work at Plastic Labs
Currently, Ayush Paul holds the position of AI Research Developer at Plastic Labs in New York, New York. He has been with the organization since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing artificial intelligence solutions, leveraging his expertise in programming and machine learning.
Work at FIRST Robotics Competition Team 8429 Valence Robotics
Ayush Paul serves as the Director of Software for FIRST Robotics Competition Team 8429 Valence Robotics, a position he has held since 2023. Previously, he worked as a Software Engineer for the same team from 2022 to 2023. His contributions include overseeing software development projects and mentoring team members in robotics programming.
Education and Expertise
Ayush Paul is currently studying at the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, where he has been enrolled since 2022. He previously attended Cox Mill High School from 2020 to 2022. His educational background supports his proficiency in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, and Java, along with his expertise in electronics, hardware, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
Background in Engineering and Internships
Ayush Paul has gained practical experience through internships, notably at Raytheon Technologies in 2022. During his one-month internship, he independently researched and developed proposals that contributed to a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) for an engineering project. This experience enhanced his skills in engineering and software development.
Founding Queen City Hacks
In 2022, Ayush Paul founded Queen City Hacks, an initiative aimed at promoting technology and innovation through hackathons. He has successfully managed grants and sponsorships to host a two-day hackathon event. Additionally, he has founded and managed various clubs, including Hack Club, Science Club, Humanitarian Society, and TechBytes, focusing on organizing meetings, events, and educational curriculums.