Shaped by Experience,Driven by Inner Belief
Building systems that make business sense — precise in code, purposeful in impact.
Introduction
The Journey Behind the Work
My journey began not with clarity, mentors, or a mapped-out plan — but with zero guidance and a genuine uncertainty about what I wanted for my career. Everything I've built so far has come from intention, from putting myself out there, from learning through real experience. What carried me wasn't a perfect path, but my self-belief, discipline, morality, inner drive, and persistence. I've kept my word, delivered solutions, and grown through every challenge because I decided early on that I would show up for myself — and I still do.
My story isn't about hardship; it's about becoming someone worthy of the opportunities I now seek. The drive to better my mind and body is what keeps me moving forward, refusing to step back from what I start. It isn't just technical skill that sets me apart — it's the mindset behind it. My personality, my goals, and the discipline I've worked hard to build give me the confidence to go further every single time. People enjoy working with me not because I'm the loudest, but because of the quiet confidence I bring — the kind that focuses on getting the work done and doing it exceptionally. I think differently, I strategize differently, and I bring a creative, outside-the-box perspective wherever I go.
The environment I thrive in is one that values flexibility, inclusivity, and continuous improvement — a place where brainstorming is encouraged, silence is respected, and collaboration fuels better thinking. I value spaces that allow me to explore ideas independently, knowing that what I build for myself ultimately contributes to the team or company as a whole.
Not everything I do is for my portfolio; I genuinely love meeting new people, understanding new mindsets, and adding value wherever I go. At the end of the day, it's not only about what I can learn — it's about what I bring to the table.
Core Capabilities
Where Execution Meets Strategy
Timeline of Growth
Milestones that shaped my journey from code to strategic impact.
Superheat
Junior Programmer Analyst
Full-stack development and system automation for business operations
Urban Systems
Digital Project Visualization Tool
Created data visualization platform for urban development projects
RemoteCasa
Portal Development for Nomad Insider
Built digital portal connecting remote workers with opportunities
Enabled Talent
Inclusive Hiring Platform Decks
Product strategy and presentation materials for hiring platform
Professional Experience
Work Integrated Learning
Business Development Sales Intern
Enabled Talent
Built partner pipeline and consultative outreach to grow inclusive hiring initiatives.
Product & Engineering Intern
RemoteCasa
Led early product shaping for 'Nomad Insider'—turning research into a working portal MVP.
Project Manager Intern
Koja Consulting Inc.
Drove sprint cadence, risks, and comms to deliver to scope with clear accountability.
Client Work
Private Collaborations
Trusted partnerships delivering measurable business value
Urban Systems (Capstone)
Project Lead & DevOps
Built a timeline visualization tool on real datasets to surface project clarity across a large portfolio.
The Goddess Essence
Frontend Developer
Delivered a refined, responsive frontend with elegant product storytelling.
Credentials
Certifications
Validated expertise across product, data, and engineering domains
IBM
Product Owner Professional Certification
Aug 7, 2025
IBM
Product Owner Capstone
Aug 7, 2025
Data Analytics Capstone
Aug 29, 2025
IBM SkillBuild
JavaScript
July 28, 2025
Community
University Clubs
Enactus UCalgary
Frontend Developer
Aug 2025 - Present
- •Built and refined front-end experiences for social-impact initiatives.
- •Contributed to component libraries and accessible UI patterns.
Achievements
Competitions & Hackathons
Rapid innovation under pressure — from concept to working solution
UCCA 8th Annual Live Case Competition
UCCA (with EY & McKinsey & Company) • Mar 15
Partnered directly with the client (founder) to secure official data and craft a practical NGO strategy.
DSMLC × Urban Systems — AI Case Competition
EngageSense
Data Science & ML Club × Urban Systems
1st place out of 19 teams (48-hour challenge). Designed an AI platform to transform public engagement for governments.
CalgaryHacks 2025
WildBC
University of Calgary • Feb 2025
24-hour build to raise awareness on BC wildlife conservation amid climate change.
Solutions Lab — Hunters Hub for Entrepreneurial Learning
Haven Connect
Resilience hubs for rural communities using existing infrastructure during wildfires and disasters.
48-Hour Business Hackathon
Entrepreneurial IP & Venture Sprint
Experience Ventures × Perpetual Motion Patents
48-hour business hackathon in Vancouver applying IP theory to real entrepreneurial practice, where Vraj was spotlighted for mindset and execution.
Guiding Principles
The Values That Guide My Work
Clarity.
Clarity Over Complexity
The best systems are elegantly simple. Clear communication and purposeful design always win over over-engineering.
Craft.
Execution Over Ideas
Ideas are abundant. Shipping is rare. I focus on what gets built, refined, and delivered — not just what gets brainstormed.
Curiosity.
Growth Mindset
Continuous learning defines progress. Whether it's a new framework, business model, or communication skill — I evolve.
Impact.
Strategic First
Every line of code should solve a business problem. Technology is the means to measurable value, never the end itself.