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Rohit Shidid

Teaching Assistant (Operating Systems & Cyber Risk Management) at New York University

Software DevelopmentOperating SystemsCyber Risk ManagementBusiness StrategyUI/UX DesignOperational Excellence
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About

I'm Rohit Shidid, currently a Teaching Assistant at New York University focusing on Operating Systems and Cyber Risk Management. My journey has been a blend of deep technical exploration and entrepreneurial grit—from optimizing trading systems at Citi to serving as COO for a hybrid electric vehicle startup and founding platforms like SaveNotes and Post-ideas. I’m passionate about building robust systems and believe that consistency and fast iteration are the keys to real impact. Whether it's decoding the xv6 kernel or pitching a new business plan, I'm driven by the idea that technology should solve tangible problems. I’m always looking to connect with fellow builders, investors, and curious minds who want to share ideas or collaborate on something meaningful. I'm grateful for the path so far and always looking onward to the next challenge.

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What I can offer

  • ›Technical mentorship in OS and Cyber Risk
  • ›Startup pitching and business plan advice
  • ›Full-stack development and UI design expertise
  • ›Insights into hybrid electric vehicle solutions

Looking for

  • ›Collaborators to build something or share ideas
  • ›Connections with investors and industry experts
  • ›Expanding my professional network
  • ›exploring mutual opportunities in the startup and tech industry

Best fit for

Startup foundersTech investorsComputer engineering studentsIndustry experts in finance and security

Current Interests

Operating Systems (xv6 kernel)Startup EcosystemsAI-driven hardwareHybrid Electric VehiclesOpen-source software (FLOSS)

Background

Career

Progressed from a Polytechnic Diploma to a BTech and now a Master's at NYU, transitioning from early internships in design and civil engineering to founding startups and working as a Developer at Citi.

Education

Master’s in Computer Engineering, New York University (2025 – 2027); BTech in Computer Engineering, COEP Technological University (2021 – 2024); Polytechnic Diploma, Cusrow Wadia Institute Of Technology (2018 – 2021).

Achievements

  • ›Optimized Citi internal trading systems, improving efficiency by 30%
  • ›Champion at Pitchers Den - ALACRITY
  • ›Winner of Business Plan and ProjectExpo at MIT ADT’s Persona
  • ›Finalist at IIT Bombay’s E-summit and Investor Pitch events
  • ›Co-founded SaveNotes and founded Post-ideas

Opinions

  • Systems over Shortcuts: Build robust foundations rather than taking the easy route.
  • Tech should solve real-world problems rather than creating noise.
  • Consistency beats talent and winners just iterate faster.
  • Knowledge should be open-source and students should receive credit for their efforts.