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Daniel Zahereldeen

Software · Data Science · AI · Reykjavík, Iceland

Summary

I’m a Computer Science graduate from Reykjavík University with a deep curiosity for problem-solving and a strong focus on data science, machine learning, AI, and mathematics. Alongside my studies I spent two years as a full-stack developer at LS Retail, where I was selected into their competitive Future Leaders Program.

Most recently I completed a research project in collaboration with ETH Zürich, with a paper in preparation for submission to a peer-reviewed conference. I’m also drawn to cybersecurity, with hands-on CTF experience, and I’m looking for a team where I can keep growing and make a meaningful contribution.

Experience

  1. Full-Stack Developer· LS Retail

    May 2024 – Present

    Reykjavík, Iceland

    Building and maintaining full-stack features for LS Retail's internal DevOps tooling across the Update Service and Self Service platforms. Selected into their competitive Future Leaders Program.

    • Shipped package-management and deployment workflows for POS and retail systems.
    • Contributed to release planning and CI/CD pipeline integration.
    • Worked end-to-end with ASP.NET Core, Vue 3 + Vuetify, SQL Server, and Azure DevOps.
    • ASP.NET Core
    • Vue 3
    • SQL Server
    • Azure DevOps

  2. Teaching Assistant· Reykjavík University

    Aug 2025 – Present

    Reykjavík, Iceland

    Teaching assistant for “Calculus for Computer Science” and “Discrete Mathematics 2”, driven by a genuine passion for mathematics and for helping students build strong foundations.

    • Prepared course materials and led tutorial sessions.
    • Graded assignments and exams across two mathematics courses.
    • Mathematics
    • Teaching

beyond software

  1. Co-Owner· Iða Zimsen

    Reykjavík, Iceland

    A bookshop and coffee shop in downtown Reykjavík that I took on after starting there as a barista. I run the operations, finances, and team alongside my full-time work in software.

    More about Iða Zimsen →

    • Business
    • Operations
    • Hospitality

Education

  1. BSc Computer Science, AI & ML emphasis

    Aug 2023 – May 2026

    Reykjavík University · Reykjavík, Iceland

    • Final grade ~9.1 / 10.
    • Coursework: Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Databases, Operating Systems, Computer Networks, Cybersecurity, and more.
    • Final thesis completed in collaboration with ETH Zürich.

  2. Dentistry & Pre-Med Studies

    Sep 2020 – Apr 2022

    Damascus University · Damascus, Syria

    • Transferred to Computer Science to follow a stronger interest in software, and technology.

  3. Highschool education

    2017 – 2020

    Al-Basel School of Outstanding Students

    • Graduated top of my class with a final grade of 96.97%.

Skills

  • Languages
    • Python
    • SQL
    • C#
    • TypeScript
    • JavaScript
  • Data Science & AI
    • scikit-learn
    • Pandas
    • GeoPandas
    • Matplotlib
    • Seaborn
    • Jupyter
  • Web
    • ASP.NET Core
    • Vue 3
    • Vuetify
    • HTML
    • CSS
  • Tooling
    • Git
    • Azure DevOps
    • CI/CD
    • SQL Server
  • Security
    • CTF
    • Recon / OSINT
    • Network analysis

Languages

  • English · Advanced
  • Arabic · Native
  • Icelandic · Intermediate