I'm RINO ALFIAN, an AI software consultant focused on building AI-driven applications, especially conversational AI, speech-to-text, and text-to-speech systems. I enjoy turning complex problems into practical, enterprise-grade solutions by integrating local LLMs, OpenAI APIs, and voice assistants. I lead R&D efforts, design end-to-end AI pipelines, mentor teams, and collaborate with designers and product stakeholders to deliver scalable, production-ready software.\n\nMy experience spans backend development, API integration, and deploying AI-enabled platforms for startups and enterprises, with a focus on reliable architecture, performance optimization, and practical prompt engineering.

RINO ALFIAN

I'm RINO ALFIAN, an AI software consultant focused on building AI-driven applications, especially conversational AI, speech-to-text, and text-to-speech systems. I enjoy turning complex problems into practical, enterprise-grade solutions by integrating local LLMs, OpenAI APIs, and voice assistants. I lead R&D efforts, design end-to-end AI pipelines, mentor teams, and collaborate with designers and product stakeholders to deliver scalable, production-ready software.\n\nMy experience spans backend development, API integration, and deploying AI-enabled platforms for startups and enterprises, with a focus on reliable architecture, performance optimization, and practical prompt engineering.

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I’m RINO ALFIAN, an AI software consultant focused on building AI-driven applications, especially conversational AI, speech-to-text, and text-to-speech systems. I enjoy turning complex problems into practical, enterprise-grade solutions by integrating local LLMs, OpenAI APIs, and voice assistants. I lead R&D efforts, design end-to-end AI pipelines, mentor teams, and collaborate with designers and product stakeholders to deliver scalable, production-ready software.\n\nMy experience spans backend development, API integration, and deploying AI-enabled platforms for startups and enterprises, with a focus on reliable architecture, performance optimization, and practical prompt engineering.

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Language

Indonesian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Software AI Developer (Contractor) at Coventry Enterprises
November 1, 2023 - Present
Consultant on conversational AI; building an on-prem AI-Voice bot prototype with 3D NPC simulation, speech-to-text, text-to-speech with Singlish accents, and local LLM/OpenAI API integration. Focused on end-to-end prototype development, testing, and integration of AI-driven responses.
Software Engineer (Consultant) at Kolonix
September 1, 2022 - Present
Software House and digital projects agency; contributing to AI assistant product development and building accessible model endpoints for clients. Involves backend work and integration of AI capabilities into client projects.
Software Engineer at World Resource Institute
January 2, 2024 - September 6, 2025
Led backend development for a robust GIS system using Python, PostGIS, and Flask; collaborated with frontend to ensure seamless integration and improved backend performance for polygon drawing, analysis, and upload functionalities.
Software Engineer at S2T Unlocking Cyberspace
August 31, 2022 - September 6, 2025
Middleware integration for multiple scraper engines using FastAPI; implemented multi-threaded processing to improve task handling, bug fixes, and performance optimization.
Lead Chatbot Developer at Nava Tech Group
June 30, 2021 - September 6, 2025
R&D focused role to enhance chatbot capabilities across languages (English, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Chinese); contributed to architecture, NoSQL data handling, REST APIs, and overall system design.
Software Engineer at Hana Bank
May 31, 2021 - September 6, 2025
Developed cloud-based middleware solutions and integrations for core banking systems using Docker/OpenShift; led architectural planning and production readiness for backend services.
Chatbot Engineer at Blue Logic Digital
January 31, 2020 - September 6, 2025
Designed chatbot stories, built backend architecture for chatbots, and mentored junior developers; led system architecture implementation to align with project requirements.
Software Engineer at Detikcom (detikNetwork - CT Corp)
June 1, 2019 - September 6, 2025
Designed and deployed backend services and APIs; implemented unit testing and collaborated with cross-functional teams to enable robust data pipelines.
Assistant Lecturer at Kalbis Institute
January 31, 2018 - September 6, 2025
Taught network design, security best practices, penetration testing basics, Python, and introductory machine learning concepts to students.
Lead Software AI Developer at Coventry Enterprises Singapore
November 1, 2023 - Present
Consultant focusing on conversational AI. Built an on-prem AI voice bot prototype with 3D NPC simulation to recognize speech to text, leveraging local LLMs and OpenAI API, and text-to-speech with Singlish (English) accent. Led R&D to design, prototype, and deploy AI/ML systems and architect end-to-end conversational AI pipelines (speech-to-text, LLM inference, text-to-speech, agent frameworks).
Software Engineer (Consultant) at Kolonix
April 1, 2025 - September 6, 2025
Software House and agency for digital projects. Led AI prototype initiatives including AI assistants and text-to-speech services; contributed to end-to-end AI product development. Received Microsoft investment of $10k; project evolution led to pivot/closing due to budget constraints.
Software Engineer (Consultant) at World Resource Institute
January 2, 2024 - September 6, 2025
Backend GIS development using Python and Flask; PostGIS for spatial database; API development; collaborated with frontend team, addressed backend performance issues, and designed scalable architecture.
Software Engineer at S2T Unlocking Cyberspace
August 31, 2022 - September 6, 2025
Middleware integration for multiple scraper engines using FastAPI; bug fixes and optimization; implemented multi-thread processing for asynchronous tasks.
Lead Chatbot Developer at Nava Tech Group
June 30, 2021 - September 6, 2025
Remote R&D work to enhance chatbot capabilities across multiple languages (English, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Chinese); worked with NoSQL, REST APIs, Git, Python, and Docker.
Software Engineer at Hana Bank
May 31, 2021 - September 6, 2025
Developed middleware API to integrate third-party organizations into the core banking system; used Docker/OpenShift; contributed to architectural planning and production readiness.
Chatbot Engineer at Blue Logic Digital
January 31, 2020 - September 6, 2025
Crafted chatbot stories and backend architecture; mentored junior developers and interns; led system architecture implementation.
Software Engineer at Detikcom (detikNetwork - CT Corp)
June 1, 2019 - September 6, 2025
Designed and deployed backend services and APIs; implemented unit testing for regression; collaborated with cross-functional teams.
Assistant Lecturer at Kalbis Institute
January 31, 2018 - September 6, 2025
Taught network infrastructure design and security; introduced Python and foundational machine learning concepts to students.
Lead Software AI Developer (Consultant Contractor) at Coventry Enterprises Singapore
November 1, 2023 - Present
Lead R&D to design, prototype, and deploy AI/ML systems, including LLM-based chatbots and voice agents. Built cross-functional AI prototypes and managed end-to-end integration of speech, LLMs, and interface components. Architected conversational AI pipelines (speech-to-text, LLM inference, text-to-speech; including RAG). Integrated local LLMs with OpenAI API formats into interactive platforms. Evaluated prompt engineering, model tuning, and voice synthesis. Mentored engineering teams and collaborated with designers and product stakeholders.
Software Engineer (Consultant) at World Resource Institute
March 1, 2023 - January 2, 2024
Spearheaded backend development for a robust GIS system using Python and Flask, with PostGIS for geospatial data and API delivery. Collaborated with frontend teams to ensure seamless integration, improved backend performance, and translated requirements into scalable architectures. Led system design and ensured production readiness.
Middleware Integration Developer at S2T Unlocking Cyberspace
September 1, 2021 - August 31, 2022
Developed middleware integrations for multiple scraper engines using FastAPI. Identified and resolved bugs, implemented multi-threaded processing for asynchronous tasks, and enhanced performance and scalability of data pipelines.
Lead Chatbot Developer at Nava Tech Group
September 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021
Contributed to a remote R&D team to enhance chatbot capabilities across multiple languages (English, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Chinese). Worked with NoSQL, REST APIs, Git, Python, and Docker to extend conversational AI features.
Software Engineer at Hana Bank
April 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021
Utilized Docker and OpenShift to implement cloud-based solutions. Developed middleware API to integrate third-party entities into the core banking system. Led architectural planning and production readiness; communicated with stakeholders to align with objectives.
Chatbot Engineer at Blue Logic Digital
June 1, 2019 - January 31, 2020
Crafted chatbot stories, developed backend architecture for the chatbot, and provided mentorship to junior developers. Led system architecture implementation to align with project requirements.
Software Engineer at Detikcom (detikNetwork - CT Corp)
January 1, 2018 - June 1, 2019
Designed, developed, and deployed backend services and APIs for detikNetwork. Implemented unit testing and collaborated with a cross-functional team across backend, frontend, mobile, and QA.
Assistant Lecturer at Kalbis Institute
February 1, 2017 - January 31, 2018
Taught network design and security, guided students in securing networks, introduced penetration testing basics, and instructed Python for machine learning applications.

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Computer Engineering at Kalbis University
August 1, 2014 - August 1, 2019
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering at Kalbis University - Indonesia
August 1, 2014 - August 1, 2019
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering at Kalbis University
August 1, 2014 - August 1, 2019

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Financial Services