Arjun Challa
Software Developer & ML Engineer
High school student passionate about machine learning, data science, software development, and building impactful solutions. Currently working on Hi-Lite, a social networking site for high school students.
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Interests Beyond the Code
Interactive intelligence dashboard that visualizes geopolitical signals through a live map interface, allowing users to explore real-world events by region with news reliability context.
Machine learning-based exam proctoring system with real-time face detection, multi-face alerts, and a clean web interface for monitoring exam integrity.
ML-powered resume screening system using TF-IDF and Logistic Regression to score resumes 0-100 for ML/SWE role fit with explainable keyword analysis.
Personal finance management app with transaction tracking, income/expense categorization, visual spending analytics, and secure user authentication.
Research on Mean-Variance Optimization, analyzing how stock selection and market conditions (2020-2023) impact portfolio risk and returns.
MedStar-Georgetown Center for AI in Healthcare
Jan 2026 — Apr 2026Lead AI Technical Intern — Developed and led a Python-based FDA medical device data pipeline to extract, clean, and validate authorization records from 2013 to 2023 across 510(k), De Novo, and PMA pathways by integrating bulk JSON extraction and web scraping. Managed AI-enabled classification, data linkage, and code quality efforts to analyze post-authorization outcomes for a reproducible dataset and technical report on commercialization patterns.
NC State University
Apr 2025 — Nov 2025Software Intern — Developing TensorFlow-based predictive models for rainfall patterns and flood risk identification in Raleigh. Collaborating with PhD researchers on geospatial data integration.
USC TSRL Data Lab
Mar 2025 — Nov 2025Data Lab Member — Analyzing athlete data and building predictive performance models using AI techniques for real-world training scenarios.
American University
Jun 2025 — Aug 2025Research Assistant — Conducted research on Mean-Variance Optimization under Dr. Hamid Semiyari, implementing solutions in R with quadprog package for optimal asset allocation.
Fort Detrick (AEOP ARMI BioFabUSA)
Jul 2024 — Aug 2024Research Intern — Focused on biofabrication and commercialization. Developed 3D printable solution for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease with comprehensive market analysis.
Computer Science Club
Aug 2024 — PresentVice-President — Leading club operations, managing fundraising initiatives, and organizing workshops and competitions to enhance technical skills among members.
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Arjun Challa
Software Developer & ML Engineer
Education
STEM A.S. | Frederick, MD | Aug 2025 - May 2027
Relevant Coursework: Virtualization and Cloud Essentials, Cloud System Administration, Introduction to Matlab
Vice-President, Computer Science Club
Highlights
- 5+ research and technical internships at MedStar-Georgetown, NC State, USC, American University, and Fort Detrick
- Gold Presidential Service Award recipient
- Vice-President of Computer Science Club
- 10+ major projects completed, 25+ web applications created
- Currently building Hi-Lite, a social networking site for high schoolers
- Full-stack development with Python, Flask, TensorFlow, and more
Focus Areas
Machine Learning • Computer Vision • Data Analysis • Web Development • Predictive Modeling