I'm Sami Andoni, a Senior Software & AI Engineer with over a decade of experience in backend engineering, system architecture, and technical leadership, now specializing in AI engineering through real-world consulting and structured training. I translate complex business problems into production-ready AI-powered solutions that deliver measurable impact. I'm seeking an AI Engineer role where deep engineering rigor, applied LLM expertise, and product-minded thinking can be leveraged to build scalable, high-value AI-driven solutions, combining technical excellence with entrepreneurial energy.

Sami Andoni

I'm Sami Andoni, a Senior Software & AI Engineer with over a decade of experience in backend engineering, system architecture, and technical leadership, now specializing in AI engineering through real-world consulting and structured training. I translate complex business problems into production-ready AI-powered solutions that deliver measurable impact. I'm seeking an AI Engineer role where deep engineering rigor, applied LLM expertise, and product-minded thinking can be leveraged to build scalable, high-value AI-driven solutions, combining technical excellence with entrepreneurial energy.

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I’m Sami Andoni, a Senior Software & AI Engineer with over a decade of experience in backend engineering, system architecture, and technical leadership, now specializing in AI engineering through real-world consulting and structured training. I translate complex business problems into production-ready AI-powered solutions that deliver measurable impact.

I’m seeking an AI Engineer role where deep engineering rigor, applied LLM expertise, and product-minded thinking can be leveraged to build scalable, high-value AI-driven solutions, combining technical excellence with entrepreneurial energy.

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Experience Level

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance AI Engineer / Consultant at Self-Employed
June 1, 2025 - Present
Design and implement generative AI systems, LangChain agents, and data automation pipelines. Develop GPT-based chatbots integrated with CRMs, APIs, and e-commerce systems. Advise on AI adoption strategy and design LLM-powered workflows that drive measurable impact. Deploy production-ready prototypes with focus on scalability, usability, and maintainability.
Technical Project Manager at 525K
May 1, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Bridged engineering, product, and business teams to deliver scalable, AI-driven technical projects. Led cross-functional execution across data, backend, and AI feature integration. Defined architecture and workflows for software delivery efficiency.
General Manager at Sea Level for Import & Distribution
January 1, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Founded and scaled import & distribution company for health-focused food brands. Managed supply chain, product strategy, and business development. Developed data systems to optimize inventory and sales forecasting.
Software Engineer at Freelance
December 1, 2020 - October 17, 2025
Delivered software solutions including websites, APIs, and mobile apps for clients such as the Palestinian Museum and AM Qattan Foundation. Built scalable backend systems and optimized deployment pipelines.
Software Architect at Groopie
May 1, 2016 - October 17, 2025
Designed scalable cloud-based systems for a social video-sharing startup. Improved system reliability to 99.9% uptime and boosted performance by 50%. Led backend team, code reviews, and technical roadmap planning.
Software Engineer at Zeva Inc.
April 1, 2013 - October 17, 2025
Developed software for secure systems and cybersecurity solutions in collaboration with US-based teams.
Software Engineer at Cisco Systems
August 1, 2010 - October 17, 2025
Contributed to firmware and software optimization for Cisco enterprise network devices.
R&D Software Engineer at G.ho.st
July 1, 2009 - October 17, 2025
Developed components for one of the world’s first cloud-based virtual desktops. Focused on distributed systems, virtualization, and browser-based OS performance.
Freelance AI Engineer / Consultant at Freelance
June 1, 2025 - Present
Design and implement generative AI systems, LangChain agents, and data automation pipelines. Develop GPT-based chatbots integrated with CRMs, APIs, and e-commerce systems. Advise on AI adoption strategy and design LLM-powered workflows that drive measurable impact. Deploy production-ready prototypes with focus on scalability, usability, and maintainability.
Technical Project Manager at 525K
May 31, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Bridged engineering, product, and business teams to deliver scalable, AI-driven technical projects. Led cross-functional execution across data, backend, and AI feature integration. Defined architecture and workflows for software delivery efficiency.
General Manager at Sea Level for Import & Distribution
January 31, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Founded and scaled import & distribution company for health-focused food brands. Managed supply chain, product strategy, and business development. Developed data systems to optimize inventory and sales forecasting.
Freelance Software Engineer at Freelance
December 31, 2020 - October 17, 2025
Delivered software solutions including websites, APIs, and mobile apps for clients such as the Palestinian Museum and AM Qattan Foundation. Built scalable backend systems and optimized deployment pipelines.
Software Architect at Groopie
May 31, 2016 - October 17, 2025
Designed scalable cloud-based systems for a social video-sharing startup. Improved system reliability to 99.9% uptime and boosted performance by 50%. Led backend team, code reviews, and technical roadmap planning.
Software Engineer at Zeva Inc.
April 30, 2013 - October 17, 2025
Developed software for secure systems and cybersecurity solutions in collaboration with US-based teams.
Software Engineer at Cisco Systems
August 31, 2010 - October 17, 2025
Contributed to firmware and software optimization for Cisco enterprise network devices.
R&D Software Engineer at G.ho.st
July 31, 2009 - October 17, 2025
Developed components for one of the world’s first cloud-based virtual desktops. Focused on distributed systems, virtualization, and browser-based OS performance.
Technical Project Manager at 5 25K
March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Led delivery of complex technical initiatives, coordinating engineers, product stakeholders, and business teams. Established clear technical roadmaps and execution plans, ensuring alignment between system design and business goals. Improved delivery efficiency through workflow optimization and structured technical planning.
Software Engineer at Freelance
June 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Delivered end-to-end software solutions across web, mobile, and back-end systems. Worked directly with clients to gather requirements, architect solutions, and deliver production-ready systems. Notable clients included the Palestinian Museum, AMQattan Foundation, and remote international startups.
Software Architect at Grouopie
April 1, 2013 - May 31, 2016
Architected and built scalable back-end systems for a video-sharing social platform. Optimized system performance by over 50% and achieved near 99.9% service uptime. Led back-end development and technical decision-making aligned with business growth. Supported investor demos and MVP iterations contributing to multiple successful funding rounds.

Education

B.E. Computer Engineering at Birzeit University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2007
B.E. Computer Engineering at Birzeit University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2007
B.E. in Computer Engineering at Birzeit University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2007
Scientific at Talitha KumI, Beit Jala
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002

Qualifications

The AI Engineer Course 2025: Complete AI Engineer Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
LLM Engineering: Master AI, Large Language Models & Agents
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
The AI Engineer Course 2025: Complete AI Engineer Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025
LLM Engineering: Master AI, Large Language Models & Agents
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Education, Government

Experience Level

Expert
Expert
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Expert
Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
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