Antonio Moura
Software Engineer at a Stealth AI Startup
Building backend systems and platform infrastructure for an AI-driven product while exploring the intersection of computer vision and physical hardware.
Intro
I'm Antonio Moura, a Software Engineer currently building backend systems and platform infrastructure at a stealth AI startup. My journey has taken me from freelance web development to high-performance computing research at UMass Boston, where I focused on machine learning and optimization. I’m deeply curious about the intersection of computer vision and physical hardware—like the real-time robot arm control system I built using ROS 2 and MediaPipe. I’m a big believer in 'documenting the journey' and using storytelling to make technical concepts accessible. Whether I'm facilitating AI workshops for non-technical students or diving into the reliability of production models, I prioritize clear design and human-in-the-loop judgment. I’m here to connect with fellow builders who value stability and to learn more about the business of being human in a tech-driven world.
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What I can offer
- ›Technical workshop facilitation
- ›Bridging technical AI concepts for non-technical audiences
- ›Insights into ROS 2 and robotics integration
- ›Backend and HPC expertise
What I'm looking for
- ›Builders of platform backends and data-heavy products
- ›Mentorship regarding startup building and personal branding
- ›Expanding my professional network
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Background
Career
Began as a freelance web developer, transitioned into high-performance computing research at UMass Boston, and currently builds backend systems for an AI startup.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from UMass Boston (2020–2025), Summa Cum Laude; Leadership Academy Graduate from UMass Amherst (2024).
Achievements
- ›Graduated Summa Cum Laude with a 3.96 GPA
- ›Built a real-time robot arm control system using finger-pointing tracking
- ›Presented research on hybrid radio/optical systems at MassURC Conference
- ›Facilitated AI workshops for the Paul English Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute
Opinions
- LLMs should be used as a 'personal teacher' but must be validated against official documentation
- Reliability, clear design, and testing are superior to 'move fast and break things'
- Vulnerability and personal POV are the keys to building professional trust
- AI is a 'superpower exoskeleton' but human judgment is essential
Personality
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Enthusiastic, reflective, and community-oriented, balancing technical rigor with an approachable builder persona.
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