Farhaan Shaikh
About Farhaan Shaikh
Farhaan Shaikh is a Senior Backend Software Engineer with expertise in machine learning and data science. He has worked in various sectors including startups, established companies, public sector, and academic research.
Work at Hungryroot
Farhaan Shaikh currently holds the position of Senior Backend Software Engineer at Hungryroot. He has been with the company since 2023, working remotely. In this role, he applies his expertise in backend development to enhance the company's technology infrastructure and improve product offerings.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his current role, Farhaan Shaikh worked at several organizations in various capacities. He served as a Principal Software Engineer at Curbside SOS for 8 months in 2023. Before that, he was a Senior Software Engineer at Force Therapeutics from 2021 to 2023. He also held positions at Convr and Apervita, Inc., where he contributed to software development and engineering projects.
Education and Expertise
Farhaan Shaikh earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Secondary Education and Teaching from the University of Illinois Chicago. He has also studied at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the College of DuPage. His educational background complements his knowledge and experience in machine learning and data science principles.
Diverse Industry Experience
Farhaan Shaikh has a diverse professional background that spans multiple industries, including education, healthtech, and insurtech. His experience includes roles in startups, established companies, public sector organizations, and academic research. This varied exposure has equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to different environments.
Teaching and Coaching Roles
In addition to his technical roles, Farhaan Shaikh has experience in education. He worked as a High School Science Teacher at Lyons Township High School District 204 and served as a Robotics Coach and Science Teacher Assistant at Maine Township High School South District 207. He also worked as a Teaching Assistant at the Center for Talent Development.