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Allen Chandler

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Dynamic machine learning expert with a proven track record at Shifted Origin LLC, where I engineered an AI-driven stock market prediction system. Skilled in predictive modeling and feature engineering, I excel in delivering impactful solutions while mentoring teams. Adept at Python and fostering collaboration, I drive innovation in high-stakes environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & President

Shifted Origin LLC
Virginia Beach, US
01.2020 - Current
  • Built BullBot, an AI-driven stock market prediction system utilizing LLMs, time-series forecasting, and reinforcement learning
  • Developed NLP models for financial sentiment analysis, leveraging transformers and deep learning
  • Designed end-to-end ML pipelines for feature engineering, model training, and real-time inference using PyTorch & TensorFlow
  • Architected scalable cloud infrastructure on AWS, deploying serverless functions and optimizing for high-frequency trading workloads
  • Implemented advanced security protocols, including OAuth 2.0, RBAC, MFA, and end-to-end encryption
  • Engineered GDPR-compliant data pipelines, handling real-time financial transactions securely
  • Designed and deployed a TypeScript/React web app with Supabase for real-time data synchronization and PostgreSQL with row-level security (RLS)
  • Integrated Stripe & crypto payment gateways, automating workflows, reconciliation, and PCI-compliant audit logging
  • Developed ETL pipelines for real-time CRM data synchronization, integrating Salesforce, HubSpot, and Zoho APIs

Electronics Technician First Class

US Navy
Virginia Beach, US
10.2016 - Current
  • Led an IT department, coaching and mentoring personnel, with direct contributions to team members achieving Sailor of the Year recognition.
  • Developed AI-driven automation tools to optimize IT workflow efficiency and reduce manual workload by over 10x
  • Managed network security & incident response for Navy Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI), overseeing a $155,000+ annual budget
  • Designed and implemented real-time data monitoring tools to analyze and optimize satellite communication systems across seven forward-deployed warships
  • Spearheaded high-stakes cybersecurity and network management initiatives, ensuring classified communications integrity during overseas operations
  • Conducted and analyzed Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) vulnerability scans across seven guided-missile destroyers, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity frameworks and strengthening fleet-wide cyber resilience.

Independent Research & Consulting

Self Employed
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Conducted self-directed machine learning research, developing early models for financial forecasting and automation
  • Explored AI applications in quantitative trading, analyzing historical stock price patterns with Python, NumPy, and early-stage ML frameworks
  • Developed data extraction & preprocessing pipelines for structuring financial datasets, laying the groundwork for later BullBot development
  • Designed prototype neural network architectures for time series modeling, experimenting with early deep learning approaches in TensorFlow

Research Associate

Colgate Palmolive
Piscataway, US
01.2014 - 04.2014
  • Conducted statistical modeling and data analysis to evaluate toothpaste efficacy, applying experimental design methodologies to assess product performance.
  • Performed laboratory testing and quantitative analysis, ensuring compliance with industry standards for consumer health products.
  • Processed and analyzed large datasets to identify trends, correlations, and key performance indicators, improving product formulation strategies.
  • Developed Python-based data processing scripts to automate data collection and reporting, enhancing efficiency in research workflows.

Research Associate

York Center for Environmental Engineering and Science
Newark, US
09.2012 - 04.2013
  • Led NASA-funded research on fluid dynamics in zero-gravity environments, applying computational physics simulations to analyze the effects of electromagnetic fields on saline solutions

Education

M.Eng. - Computer Engineering

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
12-2025

B.S. - Chemical Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJ
06.2014

Skills

  • Machine Learning
  • Predictive Modeling
  • Time Series Analysis
  • Python, NumPy, Pandas
  • SQL
  • Feature Engineering

Projects

BullBot, AI-Driven Stock Market Prediction System, Designed a deep learning model to classify stock price movements into short-term & long-term gain/loss categories., Engineered real-time data pipelines to process and analyze financial datasets using NLP, LSTMs, and transformers., Optimized feature extraction using VWAP, RSI, MACD, and Bollinger Bands for predictive analysis. QuickAid, AI-Powered First Aid Assistant, Developed a computer vision-based injury classification model using YOLOv5 and MobileNet., Built an AI model that analyzes medical images and provides first aid guidance using a lightweight PyTorch framework., Integrated automated image preprocessing and deep learning pipelines for real-time image recognition. Deep Learning for Video Action Segmentation, (Intel Labs Mentorship), Implemented graph-based neural networks to detect actions in video sequences., Trained and fine-tuned models for spatial-temporal reasoning in AI-driven video understanding., Utilized DINOv2, 50Salads dataset, and GraVi-T framework to enhance action detection accuracy.

Leadership Impact

  • Founded Shifted Origin LLC, applying cutting-edge AI and ML in financial technology and predictive analytics.
  • Led multi-disciplinary teams in AI, software development, and military operations, driving strategic innovation & technical excellence.
  • Continuously integrating AI-powered automation into operational workflows to streamline efficiency & optimize decision-making.

Affiliations

Google Developer Group (GDG) Virginia Beach – Organizer

  • Led and organized 14+ GDG events, attracting over 1,000 participants, covering topics in machine learning, AI, cloud computing, and software development.
  • Built partnerships with local tech communities to drive engagement in AI/ML, DevOps, and software engineering workshops.
  • Facilitated hands-on coding sessions and guest speaker events, strengthening regional developer collaboration and technical upskilling.

Accomplishments

  • Four Navy Achievement Medals – Awarded for outstanding, superior sustained performance in mission-critical roles.
  • Sailor of the Quarter (2x) – Recognized for exceptional leadership, technical expertise, and dedication to operational excellence.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Founder & President

Shifted Origin LLC
01.2020 - Current

Electronics Technician First Class

US Navy
10.2016 - Current

Independent Research & Consulting

Self Employed
01.2014 - 01.2016

Research Associate

Colgate Palmolive
01.2014 - 04.2014

Research Associate

York Center for Environmental Engineering and Science
09.2012 - 04.2013

M.Eng. - Computer Engineering

Virginia Tech

B.S. - Chemical Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Allen Chandler