Hi, I’m Shumit Taher, a versatile software engineer who thrives at the intersection of business needs and technical execution. I’ve led cross‑functional teams in a global banking environment, automated workflows with VBA/MS Access, and built full‑stack applications using React, Django/Express, Java/TypeScript, and databases like MySQL and Firebase. I have also made a complete game with Unity engine. I enjoy translating complex requirements into clean, scalable software and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver practical, user‑centered solutions. I’m currently completing a Master of Information Technology at the University of Waikato and previously earned an Executive MBA from North South University along with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Wollongong. I’ve contributed to AWS compatibility tests, fixed UI/layout issues in open‑source Vue/Node projects, and created automation tools that reduced team workload. I’m open to roles in web development, software engineering, and game development, and I bring a strong mix of technical depth and business acumen to the table.

Shumit Taher

Hi, I’m Shumit Taher, a versatile software engineer who thrives at the intersection of business needs and technical execution. I’ve led cross‑functional teams in a global banking environment, automated workflows with VBA/MS Access, and built full‑stack applications using React, Django/Express, Java/TypeScript, and databases like MySQL and Firebase. I have also made a complete game with Unity engine. I enjoy translating complex requirements into clean, scalable software and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver practical, user‑centered solutions. I’m currently completing a Master of Information Technology at the University of Waikato and previously earned an Executive MBA from North South University along with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Wollongong. I’ve contributed to AWS compatibility tests, fixed UI/layout issues in open‑source Vue/Node projects, and created automation tools that reduced team workload. I’m open to roles in web development, software engineering, and game development, and I bring a strong mix of technical depth and business acumen to the table.

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Hi, I’m Shumit Taher, a versatile software engineer who thrives at the intersection of business needs and technical execution. I’ve led cross‑functional teams in a global banking environment, automated workflows with VBA/MS Access, and built full‑stack applications using React, Django/Express, Java/TypeScript, and databases like MySQL and Firebase. I have also made a complete game with Unity engine. I enjoy translating complex requirements into clean, scalable software and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver practical, user‑centered solutions.

I’m currently completing a Master of Information Technology at the University of Waikato and previously earned an Executive MBA from North South University along with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Wollongong. I’ve contributed to AWS compatibility tests, fixed UI/layout issues in open‑source Vue/Node projects, and created automation tools that reduced team workload. I’m open to roles in web development, software engineering, and game development, and I bring a strong mix of technical depth and business acumen to the table.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Software Engineering Intern (Test Automation) at Exaba
November 10, 2025 - Present
Write and maintain automated tests in Python (pytest) to validate MaxIO behavior against AWS S3 API expectations. Collaborate in a team to expand regression coverage, reproduce failures, and document discrepancies between MaxIO and AWS S3 responses. Utilize Git-based workflows (branching, pull requests, reviews) to contribute changes and coordinate with other developers.
Field Interviewer at GfK NZ
March 1, 2025 - Present
Carried out cold calls and in-person interviews to collect survey data. Improved cultural fluency through regular public engagement and built confidence engaging with diverse audiences under time pressure.
Associate Director, Inward Remittance at Standard Chartered Bank
January 1, 2018 - October 1, 2024
Mentored a 10-member operations team handling international remittance processes. Enabled positive customer experience by guiding team communication standards and handling complex client interactions. Coordinated between frontline business units and software developers to improve remittance system functionality and resolve pain points. Developed automation tools using Visual Basic and MS Access to reduce manual workload and error rates; translated bottlenecks into structured software requirements.
Senior Manager, OR, MIS and Investigations at Standard Chartered Bank
June 1, 2015 - December 1, 2017
Led post-incident reviews and internal investigations, often requiring sensitive and high-stakes conversations with senior staff and cross-functional teams. Maintained strong working relationships while navigating conflict and compliance requirements.

Education

Master of Information Technology at University of Waikato
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2026
Executive Master of Business Administration (Management) at North South University
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2017
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance & Economics) at University of Wollongong
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2006

Qualifications

Master of Information Technology
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2026
Executive Master of Business Administration (Management)
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2017
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance & Economics)
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2006

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Software & Internet, Professional Services