Natalie Hill

DeFi Advocate, AI + ML Enthusiast & Software Developer

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About Me

I'm a passionate software engineer with a strong foundation in computer science and a keen interest in emerging technologies. My journey in tech has been driven by a desire to create innovative solutions that make a difference.

With expertise in full-stack development, machine learning, and blockchain technology, I've worked on diverse projects ranging from AI-powered applications to decentralized finance protocols. I'm particularly interested in the intersection of AI and blockchain, where I believe we can create truly transformative solutions.

When I'm not coding, you can find me exploring new technologies, contributing to open-source projects, or sharing my knowledge through technical writing and speaking engagements.

Smart Contract Development

Expert in developing secure and efficient smart contracts using Solidity, with a focus on DeFi protocols and NFT implementations.

DeFi Protocol Engineering

Deep understanding of DeFi mechanics, including AMMs, lending protocols, and yield optimization strategies.

Privacy-Preserving Systems

Experience with zero-knowledge proofs, secure multi-party computation, and privacy-focused blockchain solutions.

Web3 Application Development

Full-stack development of Web3 applications using React, Node.js, and various blockchain frameworks.

Education

Master of Science, Computer Science

University of Oklahoma

GPA: 4.00/4.00

Honors:

  • President's Honor Roll
  • Dean's Honor Roll

Relevant Coursework:

  • Cyber Attacks & Defenses
  • Bitcoin & Cryptocurrencies
  • Advanced Machine Learning
  • Database Management
  • Neural Data Science
  • Data Mining

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

University of Oklahoma

GPA: 3.70/4.00

Honors:

  • President's Honor Roll
  • Dean's Honor Roll
  • AI/ML Scholar
  • MRE Leadership Scholar
  • Dorothy Grace Scholar

Relevant Coursework:

  • Linear Algebra I
  • Algorithm Analysis
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Diff & Integral Calculus I-III

Experience

2024 - Present

Software Engineer

Vast Vertex, New York City, NY

  • Designed and deployed scalable cloud infrastructure using AWS EC2/S3, reducing deployment costs by 30%
  • Containerized applications with Docker and orchestrated clusters via Kubernetes, enhancing uptime for AI/ML workloads
  • Built features using React.js, which enhanced system reliability and user experience
  • Led cross-functional teams to build secure REST APIs using Java/Spring Boot, integrating OAuth 2.0 for authentication
2024 - Present

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK

  • Taught cloud computing labs using AWS Educate, covering topics like VPC setup and S3 bucket security
  • Mentored students in building encrypted chat applications using Python and TLS/SSL protocols
2024 - May 2024

Software Engineer

DAVAI, Norman, OK

  • Deployed NLP models on AWS Lambda for processing 500k+ drug research papers, reducing latency by 40%
  • Secured data pipelines using Terraform to automate AWS resource provisioning, minimizing manual errors
  • Built HIPAA-compliant APIs with FastAPI, implementing role-based access control (RBAC) for healthcare partners
2023 - 2024

Software Engineer Intern

DCI Consulting, Washington D.C.

  • Enhanced network security by migrating legacy systems to Azure Virtual Networks with firewall configurations
  • Developed a secure customer portal using ASP.NET Core and Tailwind CSS, reducing support tickets by 30%
  • Enhanced source control processes, utilizing Git for version control in all development projects
2022 - 2023

Software Engineer Intern

Intelek Technologies, Norman, OK

  • Automated data transformation processes using Pandas, optimizing ETL workflows and reducing operational time by 20%
  • Created interactive dashboards using Matplotlib to visualize key performance metrics
  • Utilized Git to manage source code, ensuring version control and collaborative development

Featured Projects

Mistral-7B Finetuning Template

Developed a comprehensive template for finetuning Mistral-7B models with custom datasets. Features include support for multiple data sources, LoRA for efficient finetuning, 4-bit quantization, and configurable instruction templates. Optimized for memory efficiency while maintaining model performance.

Python Transformers LoRA PyTorch
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AI Politician

Led development of an AI-powered political debate simulation system using Transformers and CUDA-accelerated models. Implemented a real-time NLP pipeline with ChromaDB/Redis for efficient response generation. Built a FastAPI backend with PostgreSQL, achieving 200ms response times for debate interactions.

Python Transformers FastAPI PostgreSQL
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Cybernator

Created an advanced cybersecurity automation tool that integrates with various security platforms. Features include automated threat detection, incident response workflows, and real-time security monitoring. Built with modular architecture for easy integration with existing security infrastructure.

Python Security Automation API Integration
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Meta Scraper

Developed a high-performance web scraping tool specifically designed for extracting metadata from various web sources. Features include concurrent scraping, rate limiting, and intelligent parsing of structured data. Built with scalability in mind for handling large-scale data collection tasks.

Python Web Scraping Concurrency Data Processing
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StinkyCoin

A tribute to my cat, Stinky, this ERC-20 token lives on the Ethereum Sepolia testnet. Features include custom supply deployment, OpenZeppelin standards compliance, and seamless MetaMask integration. A playful exploration of blockchain development and smart contract deployment.

Solidity Ethereum ERC-20 OpenZeppelin
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Job Market Trend Analysis

Processed 29k+ job records using Pandas and Scikit-Learn, developing ML models (KNN, k-means, ARIMA) for trend prediction. Built a React/Flask dashboard with interactive visualizations, reducing data processing time by 35% through feature engineering.

Python React Flask Machine Learning
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AI-Driven Podcast Generator

Led development of NLP platform converting research papers to podcasts, reducing content production time by 60% through automated summarization.

Python NLP FastAPI OpenAI
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Drug Analytics & Validation AI

Developed HIPAA-compliant NLP platform processing 500k+ research papers, reducing drug discovery cycle time by 45% through automated analysis.

Python NLP FastAPI AWS
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SIPPC - Infant Motor Behavior Analysis

Analyzed 500+ infant movement patterns using Pandas and Matplotlib, developing ML models for motor development prediction. Implemented a Kubernetes-managed deployment pipeline, achieving 92% accuracy in movement pattern classification.

Python Machine Learning Kubernetes Data Analysis

Get in Touch

Let's Connect

I'm always excited to discuss new projects, opportunities, or just chat about technology. Feel free to reach out!

nataliehill1324@gmail.com
Dallas, TX
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