I’m an AI systems engineer and software developer based in the Greater Seattle Area, focused on turning real operational problems into working software. Since 2021, I’ve designed and deployed production-oriented AI automation and agentic systems—using tools like n8n, MCP, CrewAI, LangGraph, AutoGen, and local/self-hosted models with Ollama—then integrated them into full-stack applications and business workflows. I also build the surrounding systems that make AI usable day to day: semantic search and RAG pipelines with Qdrant, document intelligence using OCR, webhook-driven automation, and dashboards that support lead scoring and business intelligence. Earlier in my career, I worked in safety-critical maritime operations and precision CNC manufacturing, which strengthened my troubleshooting discipline, quality control, documentation habits, and accountability—skills I bring to every deployment, training, and ongoing support cycle.…

Edward Schechter

I’m an AI systems engineer and software developer based in the Greater Seattle Area, focused on turning real operational problems into working software. Since 2021, I’ve designed and deployed production-oriented AI automation and agentic systems—using tools like n8n, MCP, CrewAI, LangGraph, AutoGen, and local/self-hosted models with Ollama—then integrated them into full-stack applications and business workflows. I also build the surrounding systems that make AI usable day to day: semantic search and RAG pipelines with Qdrant, document intelligence using OCR, webhook-driven automation, and dashboards that support lead scoring and business intelligence. Earlier in my career, I worked in safety-critical maritime operations and precision CNC manufacturing, which strengthened my troubleshooting discipline, quality control, documentation habits, and accountability—skills I bring to every deployment, training, and ongoing support cycle.…

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I’m an AI systems engineer and software developer based in the Greater Seattle Area, focused on turning real operational problems into working software. Since 2021, I’ve designed and deployed production-oriented AI automation and agentic systems—using tools like n8n, MCP, CrewAI, LangGraph, AutoGen, and local/self-hosted models with Ollama—then integrated them into full-stack applications and business workflows.

I also build the surrounding systems that make AI usable day to day: semantic search and RAG pipelines with Qdrant, document intelligence using OCR, webhook-driven automation, and dashboards that support lead scoring and business intelligence. Earlier in my career, I worked in safety-critical maritime operations and precision CNC manufacturing, which strengthened my troubleshooting discipline, quality control, documentation habits, and accountability—skills I bring to every deployment, training, and ongoing support cycle.

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Language

English
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Hebrew (modern)
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Bashkir
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Javanese
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Work Experience

AI Systems Engineer / Software Developer at Custom AI Works / Schechter Customs LLC
January 1, 2021 - Present
Designed and deployed production-oriented AI automation systems using n8n, MCP, CrewAI, LangGraph, AutoGen, and local/self-hosted model infrastructure with Ollama and multiple LLM providers. Built full-stack business intelligence applications with React and FastAPI, including APIs, webhook-driven workflows, lead-scoring logic, and Chart.js dashboards. Developed file/document intelligence pipelines combining LLM classification, Qdrant semantic search, Tesseract OCR, and web-based review interfaces. Created multi-model orchestration architectures (parallel execution, evaluation pipelines, and intelligent model routing). Built custom POS systems, scheduling platforms, internal dashboards, and automation tooling; integrated third-party APIs to connect research, lead capture, scoring, reporting, and follow-on actions. Supported self-hosted infrastructure using Proxmox, TrueNAS, Linux, networking, and NAS/backup systems, including troubleshooting, diagnostics, data recovery, secure remote ac
Commercial Fishing Deckhand at The Fishing Company of Alaska
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2018
Worked in safety-critical Bering Sea longline and trawler operations while following strict operating and safety procedures. Maintained high reliability and situational awareness in a high-pressure environment and practiced strong teamwork and equipment accountability.
CNC Machinist – Defense & Laser Systems at Machine Tech
February 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013
Machined high-precision aluminum, titanium, and copper components for military optics and laser assemblies to ±0.001-inch tolerances using 3- and 4-axis CNC mills. Edited G-code at the machine-control level, performed first-article inspections, interpreted technical requirements, and followed strict QA and documentation procedures.
CNC Machinist – Boeing Programs at Aerospace Machines Technology
December 1, 2008 - January 31, 2010
Machined aluminum and titanium airframe brackets for Boeing 737 and 777 programs on Haas VF-2/VF-4 mills. Interpreted GD&T and CAD models and executed production work under aerospace quality requirements.
CNC Waterjet Operator at BAE Aerospace
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008
Programmed and operated 5-axis Flow and Omax waterjet systems for aerospace components and completed AS9102 first-article inspections.

Education

bachelor of sci at Israel college
September 1, 2002 - September 23, 2026

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Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Education