Amith Shinu Kurian
MELBOURNE,VIC
Summary
Final-year software engineering student with practical experience in AI applications and IoT systems. Developed a chatbot utilizing OpenAI API and implemented backend services with Node.js and Express, enhancing user learning through effective design and deployment across multiple platforms. Actively pursuing graduate opportunities in the IT field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Development Intern
Bugbox
, Victoria
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Developed an AI-powered chatbot to assist school students with coding and learning tasks
- Integrated OpenAI API for intelligent, age-appropriate responses
- Designed UI using React and improved user interaction experience
- Implemented backend services using Node.js and Express
- Extended functionality to support Android platform deployment
Retail Team Member
Officeworks
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment
- Managed stock, processed POS transactions, and coordinated click-and-collect orders to ensure smooth operations
- Cultivated teamwork and communication skills to enhance collaboration and service quality
Education
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours) -
Deakin University
Burwood01-2026
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) - English, Mathematical Methods, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology
Victory Lutheran College
Wodonga, VIC01-2022
Skills
- JavaScript and Python development
- C and C# programming
- Nodejs and Express frameworks
- React and REST APIs
- Git version control
- MongoDB database management
- Docker containerization
- AWS (EC2) and Azure IoT Hub
- Backend development and cloud deployment
- Agile development methodologies
- IoT systems and networking
- Embedded systems and robotics
- MQTT protocol expertise
Projects
- BEX AI Tutor Chatbot (Bugbox Internship), Developed an AI-powered chatbot to assist school students with coding and learning tasks, Integrated OpenAI API for intelligent, age-appropriate responses, Implemented backend services using Node.js and Express, Designed UI using React and improved user interaction experience, Extended functionality to support Android platform deployment.
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- IoT Smart Systems (University Projects), Built IoT-based applications using Azure IoT Hub and Raspberry Pi simulation to create automated security systems, Implemented real-time sensor data collection (temperature, humidity, pressure), Developed backend systems to process and visualise IoT data, Used MQTT protocols and cloud services for communication
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- Cloud & Distributed Systems Deployment, Deployed scalable applications using AWS EC2 and Docker, Configured load balancing and automated server processes, Built RESTful APIs and integrated cloud-based databases
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Malayalam
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Software Development Intern
Bugbox
11.2025 - 02.2026
Retail Team Member
Officeworks
01.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours) -
Deakin University
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) - English, Mathematical Methods, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology
Victory Lutheran College