Niraj Naphade
I'm an engineer (systems + ML) focused on software systems, machine learning, and security.
I like building things that are useful, simple, and durable — working at the intersection of theory and real-world applications, obsessing over details people don't notice but always feel.
AIVSS
An AI-driven vulnerability scoring system
Evaluates security risks using embeddings and low-latency C++ pipelines backed by RocksDB and uSearch.
Kestral
Fast data retrieval for backend services
A lightweight systems project focused on fast data retrieval and clean abstractions for reliable backends.
Market Making Engine
Modular engine for quoting and execution
A systems project for building and iterating on market-making strategies with fast, reliable execution paths.
Alpha Research Pipeline
Composable pipeline for alpha research
A research pipeline for turning raw market data into repeatable experiments, features, and evaluation loops.
About me
I'm Niraj, an engineer with a strong interest in software systems, machine learning, and security.
Over the years I've built with React, Flutter, data pipelines, and ML workflows while sharpening fundamentals in computer science.
I enjoy building projects that are useful, simple, and durable — especially systems that reduce friction and scale naturally over time.
Outside of engineering, I value clear reasoning, learning-by-building, and ideas that compound over time.
Always happy to talk — reach out on LinkedIn or at neerajnaphade02@gmail.com.
— Niraj
Expertise
Systems Engineering
Building reliable, production-ready backends with performance in mind.
Machine Learning
Embeddings, scoring systems, and applied AI that ships to production.
Security
Vulnerability analysis, trustworthy system design, and red-team tooling.
Frontend
Clear interfaces with React — usable, considered, and responsive.
Problem Solving
First-principles thinking, strong CS fundamentals, and long-term clarity.
Applied AI
Weaving models into products in ways that actually help people.
Writing
Reading
Atomic Habits
James Clear
Tiny consistent changes compound into massive transformations.
The Psychology of Money
Morgan Housel
Behavior beats strategy when it comes to money.
Emotional Intelligence
Daniel Goleman
EQ often matters more than IQ for long-term growth.