# Chaim (Calvin) Friedman

> Innovative Full-Stack Engineer | Mentorship Advocate | Leveraging Language Models for Cutting-Edge Solutions

Location: Toms River, New Jersey, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/chaim

👋 Hi there! I'm Chaim (also known as Calvin), a Full-Stack Engineer with a knack for transforming complex challenges into scalable, user-friendly solutions. I'm passionate about coding, but what really gets me going is using technology to make people's lives easier and businesses run smoother.

🛠 Tech Stack: Fluent in JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React, and Redux, among other technologies, I take pride in writing clean, modular code that stands the test of time.

💼 Experience: I've had the pleasure of working remotely and on-site, contributing to a diverse range of projects— from standardizing codebases and implementing real-time chat systems to automating data collection processes.

👥 Mentorship: As a committed mentor, I believe in the power of community and knowledge sharing. Whether it's through hands-on mentoring or leading workshops, I'm all about elevating the next generation of developers.

🚀 Innovation: Recently, I've been diving into the capabilities of language models like OpenAI's GPT, using them for cutting-edge data extraction and analysis solutions.

🔗 Let's connect! Always open to new opportunities and collaborations that challenge me to push the envelope.

## Work Experience
### Senior Software Engineer @ Onebrief
Jan 2023 – Present

### Senior Software Engineer @ Careflow
Jan 2022 – Jan 2023
- Developed an innovative data extraction pipeline using OpenAI's LLM API and Embeddings API to convert large 100-page PDFs into structured JSON data. Utilized vector similarity search to identify and process relevant pages, effectively bypassing token limitations and streamlining data retrieval.
- Spearheaded the standardization of code through unified types, promoting consistency and reusability across the application.
- Implemented a near real-time chat system using React Query's polling, enabling swift and effective communication among staff in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) for sharing crucial resident information.

### Senior Software Engineer @ MURAL
Jan 2021 – Jan 2022
- Elevated system security by pioneering expirable Mural links, reducing potential security vulnerabilities.
- Expanded MURAL's outreach by enhancing third-party integration capabilities, offering diverse integration options for external partners.
- Actively mentored and uplifted junior developers, focusing on hands-on learning and React best practices.

### Senior Software Engineer @ Madison Commercial Real Estate Services
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Lakewood, New Jersey, United States
- Revolutionized property validation with Azure, allowing rapid search through vast datasets and boosting user efficiency.
- Automated NYC Water/Sewer data collection, offering streamlined access to tax search information.
- Refactored and revitalized a previously complex feature set, optimizing for greater maintainability and robustness.

### Software Developer @ DriveWealth
Jan 2018 – Jan 2020
- Transformed Redux structure to enhance modularity, paving the way for more intuitive component design.
- Seamlessly integrated AWS Cognito, bolstering system security and user authentication processes.
- Crafted user-centric portals using TypeScript, tailoring interfaces to align with user needs and feedback.

### Software Engineer @ InRhythm
Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | Greater New York City Area
- Took the helm in developing a custom CMS for Blue Apron, ensuring seamless content management for diverse teams.
- Orchestrated collaborative design discussions, carving out product architecture and guiding its strategic direction.
- Championed coding best practices, instilling a culture of rigorous code reviews and continuous improvement.

### Web Developer @ Bitbean
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | Lakewood, NJ
- Architected and deployed robust payroll and e-commerce solutions, tailored to cater to diverse business needs.
- Conceptualized and developed the backend infrastructure for KosherStarbucks, enhancing user accessibility to menu details.
- Fostered team growth by hosting React-centric workshops and overseeing a dynamic internship program.


## Education
### Computer Programming in Specific Applications
LIT
Jan 2015 – Jan 2016


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/chaim-calvin-friedman-53670282

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Last updated: 2026-03-22