Chris Grime

Software Engineer

Whittier, California

chris@chrisgrime.com

Summary

Software Engineer and Technical Lead specializing in enterprise data platforms and AI-powered solutions. Architect and lead development of customer-facing analytics portals, data engineering pipelines, and cloud infrastructure. Expert in JavaScript and Python, with proven expertise in technical leadership, system integration, and establishing architectural standards across multiple enterprise applications. M.S. in Computer Science with published research and expertise in machine learning and data systems.

Experience

Software Engineer

Safran Passenger Innovations - Brea, California

  • Technical Leadership: Led end-to-end development of Analytics Portal and Repairs Management System from initial UI design through database architecture and deployment

  • Enterprise Architecture: Designed and implemented reusable framework architecture adopted across Analytics, Repairs, and AI Knowledge Base applications, establishing company-wide architectural standards

  • Data Engineering & Integration: Architected data synchronization systems between Rave Config and Master Data Management, integrating PowerBI, Azure, Microsoft Dynamics, and Salesforce platforms

  • Cloud & DevOps Leadership: Oversee Azure deployments including databases, blob storage, OpenAI containers, and networking infrastructure. Manage CI/CD pipelines and Linux VM deployments

  • Advanced Authentication Systems: Implemented multiple SSO solutions using Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, and MSAL across enterprise applications with industry-standard security practices

  • AI Platform Development: Currently engineering LLM-powered knowledge base with Azure OpenAI integration and LangChain models, implementing RAG pipeline for enterprise knowledge retrieval

  • Full-Stack Engineering: Built production applications using Vue.js, Node.js/Express, and route-service architecture. Developed advanced PowerBI embedding with Row-Level Security (RLS) filters and workspace management

  • Database & Performance: Design and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and database schemas across PostgreSQL and MSSQL environments

Education

California State University, Fullerton

Master of Science, Computer Science

Relevant Coursework: Artificial Intelligence · Expert Systems Design Theory · Modern Software Management · Software Process · Advanced Database Management · Advanced Algorithms

Master's Project: Engineered end-to-end LSTM neural network system achieving 94.5% precision for aerospace inventory forecasting, outperforming traditional statistical methods on volatile demand patterns. Built comprehensive ETL pipeline integrating PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and OData APIs with advanced feature engineering framework processing 140+ temporal features.
https://github.com/grimechristopher/CSUF-Masters-Project-Public

University of La Verne

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science and Computer Engineering

Concentration: Internet Programming · Graduated with Departmental Honors

Awards: 2020 Academic Excellence Award · Website and Internet Applications Development Certificate

Published Research: Led development of academic course scheduling system, published in International Journal on Engineering, Science and Technology

  • Designed automated workflow optimization for academic course scheduling

  • Citation: Grime, C., & Goetz, J. (2023). Course and Faculty Management System. International Journal on Engineering, Science and Technology, 5(2), 138–160. doi.org/10.46328/ijonest.163

Additional Experience

Board Member & Technology Lead

Newport Elementary School Foundation - Newport Beach, California

Led digital transformation initiative for educational nonprofit, designing responsive website and managing technology infrastructure

Software Development Intern

Quanch Inc - Los Angeles, California

Developed enterprise Windows deployment automation tools and client web solutions, while managing data center infrastructure for technology consulting firm

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