Siddharth Edupalli
Pittsburgh
Summary
I am a Computer Science student at the University of Pittsburgh with a passion for technology, problem-solving, and innovation. My experiences in DECA, FBLA, and as varsity basketball captain have shaped my leadership and teamwork abilities, which I now apply to academic and entrepreneurial pursuits. At Pitt, I am expanding my skills in software development, cybersecurity, and AI, with the goal of contributing to impactful research and building solutions that address real-world challenges.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder & CTO
HAIL
03.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded end-to-end design and development of the HAIL app, building a scalable platform to optimize ride-sharing efficiency.
- Oversaw the technical roadmap and product evolution, from prototype to full-stack application with continuous feature iterations.
- Led the company’s international patent filing, securing intellectual property protection for HAIL’s proprietary algorithms.
- Raised $50,000 in crowdfunding, validating strong market demand and investor interest.
Intern
Dot C Technologies
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Researched and developed algorithms for parsing military drone and UAV log files, applying data analysis and forensic techniques.
- Coordinated with DRDO (Defense Research and Development Organization) to obtain and analyze drone log files for forensic insights.
- Contributed to presentation content for NFSU (National Forensic Sciences University), simplifying complex forensic data into professional, research-ready deliverables.
Intern
Fox Solutions
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted ethical hacking assessments and penetration testing on internal systems, identifying vulnerabilities before exploitation.
- Assisted in strengthening network security protocols by recommending remediation strategies and best practices.
- Collaborated with the cybersecurity team to simulate attack scenarios and evaluate system resilience under real-world threats.
Education
High School Diploma -
THE GAUDIUM INTERNATIONAL
05-2025
High School Diploma -
ALLIANCE ACADEMY FOR INNOVATION
01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05-2029
Skills
- Project Management
- Public Relations
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
Awards
- National FBLA Competition (2023) – 7th Place
- Statewide Basketball Championship (2024) – 1st Place
- National Swimming Competition (2025) – 7th Place
- Statewide Basketball Championship (2025) – 2nd Place
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
Telugu (Fluent)
Korean (Basics)
Spanish (Intermediate)
Timeline
Intern
Dot C Technologies
05.2025 - 08.2025
Co-Founder & CTO
HAIL
03.2024 - Current
Intern
Fox Solutions
05.2023 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
THE GAUDIUM INTERNATIONAL
High School Diploma -
ALLIANCE ACADEMY FOR INNOVATION
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Pittsburgh