# Benjamin Swartz

> Founding Software Engineer @ KINNECT | Computer Science, Software Development

Location: Rye, New York, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/benjaminswartz

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the University of Michigan, expected to graduate in May 2026. As a Founding Software Engineer at Kinnect, contributing to the development of innovative digital tools, including "What Matters Most," a sophisticated full-stack web application. Skilled in React, SDLC, and software design, with experience in building responsive web applications, REST APIs, and accessible UI/UX interfaces.  

At Kinnect, collaborating with leadership to design scalable architecture while creating private messaging platforms and web app features. Passionate about leveraging technical expertise and teamwork to develop impactful solutions, including augmented reality systems for NASA’s SUITS Challenge. Dedicated to fostering inclusive design and driving meaningful user experiences.

## Work Experience
### Founding Software Engineer @ KINNECT
Jan 2025 – Present
• Engineered and launched What Matters Most, a full-stack web tool guiding users through end-of-life reflection, enabling secure voice-to-text input, branded PDF export, and lifecycle email flows via Mixpanel and Customer.io
• Implementing Kinnect’s first private messaging platform, building REST APIs, database schema, and React/SvelteKit UI for 1:1 and group chats with unread indicators, conversation previews, and secure access controls
• Building Kinnect Web, a responsive web app version of the iOS platform with modular SvelteKit/React components, multi-step onboarding, and dynamic profile management; optimized accessibility with swipe/touch interactions
• Worked directly with CEO and CTO to design scalable architecture and enforce best practices in user data privacy

### AR Developer @ CLAWS UM
Jan 2024 – Present | Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
As a member of the AR Team, I use Unity to synthesize an augmented reality system for the NASA’s SUITS Challenge in Houston, TX. A key aspect of this team is collaboration with back-end development, UX, and UI teams to create an intelligent, seamless AR system.

### Business Team Lead @ CLAWS UM
Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 | Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
As the business team lead, I was in charge of dividing tasks across business team subcommittees in order to fulfill goals of creating a tight-knit community among the entire collaborative lab and to raise funds for activities. Most of my contribution was in fundraising $18,000+ for activities and a yearly trip to NASA in Houston so that any member, regardless of socio-economic status, may participate in presenting the team’s augmented reality system at NASA.

### Data Analytics & Software Development Intern @ LetsPark
Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
· Collected and analyzed user data to present informatics utilized in marketing and business operations
· Automated collection of local parking price data with Python and display information in Dash app
· Synthesized web application for parking hosts to list spots, manage reservations, and view earnings data


## Education
### Bachelor of Science - BS in Computer Science
University of Michigan
Jan 2023 – Jan 2026

### BAS in Physics
New York University
Jan 2022 – Jan 2023


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/benjamin-swartz

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Last updated: 2026-04-01