Maya Markus-Malone
I am an AI-focused software engineer with hands-on experience building and deploying applied machine learning and full-stack systems. I combine technical depth with a user-centered product mindset to deliver impactful, real-world solutions.
EDUCATION
Duke University
B.S. in Computer Science, Minor in Creative Writing Expected May 2026
- Cumulative GPA: 3.92, Dean’s List with Distinction Spring 2024
- Relevant Coursework: Data Structures and Algorithms, Design and Analysis of Algorithms, Computational Approaches to Language Processing, Computer Systems, Data Science, Discrete Math for Computer Science, Computer Network Architecture, Experimental Interface Design, Applied Machine Learning, Math for AI (Spring 2026), Moral AI (Spring 2026), Computational Cultural Analysis (Spring 2026)
Staples High School
- Cumulative GPA: 3.95
- Relevant Coursework: AP Computer Science Principles, Mobile App Development, Web Programming
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Languages
Python, Java, C, C++, JavaScript (React, TypeScript), HTML, CSS, SQL, SwiftUI, R
Frameworks & Libraries
PyTorch, LangChain, LangGraph, MongoDB, FireBase, MCP
Developer Tools
AWS (Lambda, CodeBuild), GitHub, Docker, Unix/Linux, Jira
WORK EXPERIENCE
Duke University — Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
January 2025 - December 2025
- Enhances student understanding of upper-level concepts in the Design and Analysis of Algorithms course by co-teaching a 30-person recitation and dedicating 4 hours per week to grading, online Q&A, and planning lessons
Splash Sports — Artificial Intelligence Intern
May 2024 - August 2025
- Designed, developed, and deployed a Slack-integrated conversational agent using Python and LangGraph to centralize bug reports, improving support team efficiency and reducing duplicate QA tickets
- Accelerated internal adoption of customizable AI agents by developing reusable, modular frameworks using Python and LangGraph, enabling rapid prototyping and deployment across teams
- Created an NFL Survivor Chatbot for marketing campaigns using a customized RAG model and prompt chaining, delivering accurate, company-specific and stats-driven responses to queries
Tutor for Introduction to Programming — Self-Employed
September 2019 - August 2022
- Taught Java concepts to small groups of clients with varying programming abilities
ACTIVITIES
Allies With Advice — Founder
March 2020 - Present
- Independently designed and launched a website to streamline communication between mentors and pediatric arthritis patients, directly addressing and enhancing digital accessibility for users with diverse needs
WXDU Radio Station — Student On-Air DJ
August 2022 - Present
- Manages technical aspects of radio broadcasting to curate music playlists and engage with listeners, creating an entertaining and dynamic show
DTech Member
August 2022 - Present
- Leadership development program for high-potential women pursuing technical careers. Engaged in skill development, networking, and mentoring activities
FEMMES+ Mentor
September 2023 - January 2024
- Responsible for teaching six 4th-grade students in a 6-week after-school program designed to foster interest in math and science in Durham elementary schools.
Duke Applied Machine Learning Engineer
September 2023 - May 2024
- Collaborated with a small team to develop a user-friendly scheduling system for the Duke Tenting website.
AWARDS
Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Award
Received from the Computer Science Department in May 2025.
Web Programming Award
Received from Staples High School Science Department in June 2020.
Certificate of Achievement: Writing
Received from the National Council of Teachers in December 2021