Alrick Grandison - Senior Engineer & Data Analyst

About Me

I'm a solutions-driven technical leader with 10+ years of experience spanning software engineering, data analytics, and cloud architecture. I specialize in designing scalable systems, delivering AI/LLM-enabled solutions, and optimizing enterprise workflows for measurable business impact.

✅ Independent Senior Software Engineer & Data Analyst — building open-source engines, AI/LLM pipelines, and client-facing data products
✅ End-to-end software implementations for government and enterprise clients (cut manual work by 30–40%)
✅ Leadership & mentorship — guiding engineering teams, reducing resolution time by 35%, and delivering projects on schedule

Power BI Dashboard analyzing sales trends

Power BI dashboard I built — reduced reporting time by 40% and improved decision-making

Python automation saving 15+ hours/month across operations

Currently pursuing a Master’s in Data Analytics while advancing projects like the Algodal™ Parser Generator, and Steel (a Vulkan 1.3 renderer Game in C). Additional work with data such as Optimization, Predictive/Prescriptive Analysis, AI/LLM systems, and high-performance software engineering.

Professional Highlights

        Independent Senior Software Engineer / Senior Data Analyst (Aug 2025–Present)
        🛠️ Developing VkForge — an open-source Vulkan engine with documentation & tutorials for the graphics developer community
📊 Building a stock trade optimization portfolio — predictive models, risk-return analysis, and algorithmic trading strategies for private clients
🌐 Collaborating with Google Developer Community — open-source contributions and adoption of modern engineering practices
☁️ Architecting reusable APIs & cloud services across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud

      

        Senior Software Engineer @ JustAppraised (Sep 2024–Aug 2025)
        🚀 Led a team of 3 engineers delivering U.S. county government implementations from kickoff to go-live
🤖 Maintained AI/LLM/ML pipeline with AWS backend and contributed to Java/React full-stack systems
🔗 Built 10+ middleware integrations (JavaScript, .NET, VM-based solutions) ensuring seamless client data exchange
📈 Reduced onboarding by 30% and manual workloads by 40% through customized workflows & automations

      

        Software Engineer @ JustAppraised (Mar 2022–Sep 2024)
        ⚙️ Configured backend workflows for 20+ clients ensuring compliance with government regulations
🛡️ Troubleshot infrastructure issues with 95%+ SLA resolution rates
📚 Authored internal documentation & guides — reducing new-hire onboarding time

      

        Operations Analytics Engineer @ Centerfield (Mar 2021–Mar 2022)
        📊 Monitored KPIs for 500+ agents, driving 95%+ SLA adherence
📉 Reduced overtime costs by 15% via optimized staffing models

      

        Workforce Analyst (2018–2021)
        📅 Built scheduling & Tableau dashboards improving adherence by 20% and reducing staffing gaps by 35%
⚡ Automated leadership reporting — saving 10+ hours/week

      

Technical Toolkit

Programming & Engineering

Python (Flask, Pandas, NumPy, Jupyter)
Java, JavaScript, C/C++, C#, Rust, Go, Zig
Backend APIs, Full-Stack (Java/React)
Vulkan, SDL3, Game Development

Data & Analytics

SQL, ETL Pipelines, Graph Algorithms
Machine Learning & Predictive Models
Power BI, Tableau, Excel
Operational & Workforce Analytics

Cloud & DevOps

AWS, GCP, Azure
Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform
CI/CD Pipelines & Git
Windows Services & Automation

Leadership & Collaboration

Team Management & Mentorship
Client-Facing Implementations
Agile Methodologies
Technical Documentation & Training

Passion Projects

Algodal™ Parser Generator

A high-performance parser generator for C/C++ projects, used in compilers and embedded systems. Forming the base for future Algodal™ developer tools.

Explore Documentation →

Azen Programming Language

A modern programming language focused on simplicity, safety, and reliability. Designed for developers seeking clarity without sacrificing performance.

Learn About Azen →

VkForge Vulkan Tool

VkForge is an open-source Vulkan End-User API Implementation Generator that accelerates graphics programming by generating clean, boilerplate Vulkan code. Built in Python and C, it streamlines repetitive setup while keeping developers in full control of the Vulkan API. Features include dynamic rendering (Vulkan 1.3), SDL3 integration, and automatic pipeline/shader setup.

View on GitHub →

Steel+VkForge Devlog

Alongside building VkForge, I run a devlog/stream that documents its development and demonstrates its real-world use in projects like my in-progress TCG game Steel. The stream focuses on Vulkan education, breaking down complex graphics programming concepts into practical, developer-friendly lessons. Great for anyone learning low-level rendering or curious about modern game engine development.

Watch the Devlog Series →

Stock Trade Optimization Portfolio

A data-driven investment system for private clients. Combines predictive models, risk-return analysis, and algorithmic strategies for portfolio growth.

Community & Recognition

🌐 Google Developer Community Member — active contributor to open-source, developer advocacy, and collaborative projects.
🎥 YouTube Tutorials — creating educational content on Vulkan, graphics, and game engine development: Steel+VkForge
🏆 Awards — Excellence Student Award (x3) at University of Niagara Falls, Excellence in Chemistry at UWI.
📚 Website & Blog — author and maintainer of algodal.com, a hub for projects and research.

Alrick Grandison 👨‍💻

About Me

Professional Highlights

Independent Senior Software Engineer / Senior Data Analyst (Aug 2025–Present)

Senior Software Engineer @ JustAppraised (Sep 2024–Aug 2025)

Software Engineer @ JustAppraised (Mar 2022–Sep 2024)

Operations Analytics Engineer @ Centerfield (Mar 2021–Mar 2022)

Workforce Analyst (2018–2021)