Professional Experience
Backend Subteam Member
Fall 2024 - present
Cornell AppDev, New York
- Led backend development for Uplift (1.2K+ users), implementing automated data migrations, a user reporting system, and muscle group-based equipment categorization
- Engineered data collection infrastructure for Millennium sports betting app, developing JSoup web scrapers to automate player statistics and profile data gathering
- Taught 53 students backend development as course instructor, designing 7-week curriculum with a cross-functional hackathon with iOS, Android, and design courses
KYC Data Science Engineer (Intern)
May-August 2024
GoTo Financial, Jakarta
- Analyzed and processed 20,000 deepfake images, training a detection model achieving 90% accuracy rate on first iteration
- Monitored and analyzed daily steganography injections across 20+ products, identifying and mitigating potential security threats in real-time
- Spearheaded comprehensive testing to obtain ISO certification, conducted performance benchmarking on 2 backend models, and increased metrics up to 50%
Software Engineer (Intern)
Dec 2025 - present
Astrodoc, Remote
- Engineered 7+ mobile UI screens in React Native, implementing complete user onboarding flow including authentication, login/signup interfaces, and OTP verification system
- Built scalable backend authentication infrastructure using Appwrite, handling user sessions and security protocols using 2 custom Node.js functions
- Developed real-time HIPAA-compliant chat functionality by integrating Spruce API and healthcare messaging services with Appwrite backend
- Built 2 features for web app
Research Analyst & IT (Intern)
July-August 2023
Trimegah Asset Management, Jakarta
- Engineered a data-driven program to identify key stock characteristics, leveraging historical data to beat index by up to 40%
- Conducted in-depth research on 2 sectors (technology and internet), providing actionable insights for investment decisions
- Developed and maintained automated data collection systems, achieving 50% reduction in manual data entry time
Projects
Uplift
VisitCornell's official gym app with workout tracking, class registration, and equipment availability features. Available on iOS/Android
Tech Stack
CRM Web App
Full-stack customer relationship management system for The Single Cask, featuring customer database, user management, and history tracking.
Tech Stack
Vividly
VisitMobile app storing Alzheimer's patients' memories with seamless photo and video uploads, organized by timeline and categories.
Tech Stack
BRB-counter
VisitDeployed app to track BigRedBucks usage with 100+ monthly active users, helping students manage meal plan finances.
Tech Stack
Nocturne
VisitMusic generation app based on mood analysis, creating personalized soundtracks that adapt to user's emotional state.
Tech Stack
SWA UniApp
VisitUniversity management system for students, teachers, and administrators with course enrollment, grade tracking, and communications.
Tech Stack
Edukasih
Book donation platform connecting donors with schools in need, promoting literacy, education, and reuse of resources.
Tech Stack
Jim the Dino
VisitHeavily-modded Chrome dino-game with custom skins, different biomes, and shop system. Made with Ocaml for CS 3110 Functional Programming course.
Tech Stack
Sitara Tennis Booking App
VisitA tennis booking app for Sitara Tennis Club, featuring court reservations with weekly quotas.
Tech Stack
Triviargh
VisitA quiz app. Users can create and play quizzes, and compete with friends. Features AI-generated quizzes.
Tech Stack
Technical Skills
Languages
Frontend
Backend
Cloud & DevOps
Tools
Languages
Frontend
Backend
Cloud & DevOps
Tools
Activities & Leadership
Co-president
Fall 2023 - present
Indonesian Association at Cornell, Ithaca, NY
- Orchestrated Indonesian Week featuring IndoNight (250+ attendees), Cornell Chimes performances, and dining hall collaborations to showcase Indonesian culture
- Curated 11 sports events including skiing expeditions and 6 welcoming events, fostering community engagement among 100+ international students
- Revamped social media strategy achieving 100k views and 1.5k meaningful interactions, growing membership by 20% through targeted content campaigns
Member
Fall 2023 - present
Cornell Computer Reuse Association, Ithaca, NY
- Repaired and restored 7 computers for donation, extending their lifecycle
- Evaluated and upgraded 4 PCs, enhancing performance and preparing them for reuse
- Coordinated the packing and shipment of 20 computers and laptops to clients
Course Instructor
2025
Cornell Appdev, New York
- Taught 60 students as course instructor, giving lectures and live demos on backend development and deployment
- Organized 10 TA office hours, managed grading, course logistics
- Designed 7-week curriculum with a cross-functional hackathon in collaboration with iOS, Android, and design courses
Speaker and Organizer
2022-2023
TEDx@SWA, Jakarta
- Delivered a talk viewed by more than 200 people "Catching Up with Science Fiction"
- Mentored and coached student speakers and coordinated the 2023 TEDx@SWA event
Awards and Certificates
Education
Cornell University (Ithaca NY, USA)
Graduating Spring 2027
College of Engineering, Computer Science (GPA 3.8)
CS 2110 OOP & Data Structures | CS 2800 Discrete Math | MATH 2940 Linear Algebra | CS 3110 Functional Programming | CS 4820 Analysis of Algorithms | CS 3410 Computer Systems | CS 3700 Foundations of AI Reasoning and Decision-making
+1 (607) 2629541 | joshdirga@gmail.com | Ithaca, NY, 14853