Software Engineer @ ADP

Zaeem Zahid

Zaeem.

I'm a Rutgers University Computer Science graduate now working as a Software Engineer at ADP, with hands-on experience in full-stack software development. My expertise spans database management, API creation, image manipulation, asynchronous programming, and performance optimization. I'm always looking to keep expanding my professional experience and honing my soft skills.

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Carteret, New Jersey
Rutgers University, CS

Zaeem Zahid

WHAT I DO

Skills, in practice.

Code

Delving into the world of coding, I bring software applications to life using various programming languages, frameworks, and tools.

API Management

Adeptly design, implement, and optimize scalable solutions to seamlessly integrate and enhance the performance and security of your digital ecosystem.

Database Design & Management

Proficiency in designing and maintaining databases to ensure organized, secure, and optimized data for efficient software operation.

Discord Bot Development

Specializing in the creation and customization of Discord bots tailored for specific purposes, enhancing server functionality and user experiences on the Discord platform.

PythonPython
JavaJava
CC
HTMLHTML
MongoDBMongoDB
RedisRedis
DockerDocker
KubernetesKubernetes
JenkinsJenkins
Red HatRed Hat
GrafanaGrafana
PrometheusPrometheus
ClaudeClaude
KiroKiro
Cinema 4DCinema 4D
PhotoshopPhotoshop
PythonPython
JavaJava
CC
HTMLHTML
MongoDBMongoDB
RedisRedis
DockerDocker
KubernetesKubernetes
JenkinsJenkins
Red HatRed Hat
GrafanaGrafana
PrometheusPrometheus
ClaudeClaude
KiroKiro
Cinema 4DCinema 4D
PhotoshopPhotoshop

FUN FACTS

By the numbers.

11+

Years Experience

12,282+

Total Commits

16

Programming Languages

Zaeem's GitHub activity metrics

EDUCATION

School days.

Rutgers University – New Brunswick, NJ

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Minor in Business Administration

09/2020 – 05/2024

GPA: 3.76/4.00

Carteret High School

High School Diploma

National Honors Society

09/2016 – 06/2020

GPA: 4.12/4.00

SKILLS & OTHER

The stack.

CAPABILITIES / 01

6 SKILLS

AI & Automation

  • AI Agents
  • Agentic Workflows
  • LLM Integration
  • AI Automation
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Workflow Orchestration

LANGUAGES

Spoken fluently.

EnglishNative
UrduNative
PunjabiBasic

WORK EXPERIENCE

Where I've worked.

August 2026 – Present

Software Engineer · ADP

Roseland, New Jersey

  • Designed and implemented AI agents to automate engineering workflows, including release management and support ticket resolution, reducing manual effort and improving operational efficiency.
  • Architected scalable backend services and cloud automation using Python, Java, AWS Lambda, Kubernetes, Jenkins, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC), supporting reliable CI/CD and production operations.
  • Applied SRE and observability practices to improve system reliability, troubleshoot production issues, and collaborate across engineering teams on feature development, deployments, and technical decisions.

July 2023 – August 2026

Associate Application Developer · ADP

Roseland, New Jersey

  • Developed Java/Spring Boot applications using Quartz and MongoDB to support ADP's search and payroll-related systems, with a focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability.
  • Containerized and deployed applications using Docker and Kubernetes, integrating MongoDB for scalable data management and application functionality.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver business-aligned features, improve search functionality, and enhance the overall user experience.

February 2022 – Present

Senior Developer & Founder · Genshin Wizard

Remote

  • Founded and led development of a Discord platform serving 7.9M+ users across thousands of servers, architecting scalable Python services and database infrastructure.
  • Designed and optimized backend systems handling millions of database records and high-volume concurrent requests while maintaining reliable performance at scale.
  • Built and maintained a production SaaS ecosystem spanning Discord bots, REST APIs, web applications, cloud infrastructure, and automated deployment pipelines.

COMMUNITY PROJECTS

Things I've built.

01
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Genshin Wizard

A Discord platform serving 7.9M+ users across thousands of servers.

Discord Platform

02
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Alternalize

Python, AI/LLMs, Nuxt, Vue, APIs, MongoDB

An AI-powered localization platform that streamlines internationalization for companies, automating translation and localization workflows across products and content.

AI-Powered Localization Platform

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SwiftRU

Discord.py, MongoDB, Python

A Discord bot that instantly notifies users of an available class section at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, using asynchronous API requests to detect and alert within one second of an opening.

Rutgers Course Sniper