About

Ben Goldfeder

Full-stack developer and entrepreneur. Part-time inquisitor, part-time nihilist. Currently studying mechanical engineering (quantum engineering minor) at the University of Colorado Boulder and interning on the data side at Magid; previously of Highland Park, Illinois.

Education

University of Colorado Boulder

B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Quantum Engineering minor · Aug 2024 – May 2028 (expected)

Highland Park High School

Highland Park, IL · Aug 2020 – May 2024

  • Key courses: AP Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science A, AP Economics, AP Calculus, AP Statistics
  • Chess Club ('21–'23), Chess Club Manager ('23–'24), Learning Center Peer Tutor ('21–'23)

Experience

Magid — Intern

Romeoville, IL · Nov 2025 – Present

  • Developed a Prophet time-series forecasting model from company-wide sales data for global forecasting.
  • Built 16 Power BI reports using ETL from AS/400 and MSSQL into Microsoft Fabric with a medallion architecture.
  • Integrated the model with a dashboard, including a LangChain LLM for analyzing all vending and resupply data.
  • Optimizing restock of ~1,800 machines via ~350 restockers across the country.

ORlogic — Summer Intern

Chicago, IL · May 2025 – Aug 2025

  • Rebuilt the company's public website (orlogic.com) and internal application interface from the ground up, enhancing the experience for healthcare enterprise clients and increasing demo engagement.
  • Designed and implemented AI-powered workflow automations using n8n for lead generation, ad creation, and outbound marketing.
  • Developed a binary neural network prediction model that helps hospitals reduce operating room staffing costs by 2–7%, integrating real-time hospital data and optimization algorithms.
  • Drove product, branding, and go-to-market efforts: dashboards, Figma prototypes, sales materials, and executive-facing campaigns for hospital systems.

EdVolution Tutors — Co-Founder / Tutor

Boulder, CO · Feb 2025 – Present

  • Used SEO optimization and Meta Business Suite for marketing, cutting customer-acquisition cost 60% compared to my previous company.

TPA Tutoring — Founder / Tutor

Highland Park, IL · Sep 2023 – Jan 2025

  • Established and led a tutoring company with personalized education plans for ages 6–18, spanning academics, enrichment, and music education.
  • Built a loyal client base of 20+ families through targeted marketing and personalized sales.

Am Yisrael, School of Jewish Studies — Teaching Assistant

Northfield, IL · Sep 2018 – May 2024

  • Developed a lesson plan for special-needs students who struggle in a traditional classroom setting.
  • Designed an online scheduling program for teachers and modernized the teaching platform by migrating to Google Suite.

Nothing Bundt Cakes — General Service Representative

Deerfield, IL · Dec 2022 – Present

  • Recognized by the owner for exceeding in-store sales goals and strong customer service. Mentor new hires.

Ventures

Lakeside Web Devs — Founder & Lead Developer

lakesidewebdevs.com

  • Founded and operate a web development business providing custom website design, development, and maintenance.
  • Deliver full-stack solutions with JavaScript, React, and responsive design; manage client relationships, timelines, and technical requirements.

Pure Earth Gardens — Founder

pureearthgardens.com

  • Garden-building business specializing in sustainable, environmentally friendly designs.
  • Consultation, design, and installation for residential and commercial clients, plus logistics and operations.

Volunteering

United Synagogue Youth (USY) — Chicago Regional Executive Board, Membership Chair

Northfield, IL · May 2023 – May 2024

  • Elected by ~600 members to promote social action and community service; raised ~$15,000 through 4 service events.
  • Organized and taught an international leadership training session on youth engagement attended by ~70 members.
  • Created an online program in Python to manage membership and retention.

Tamarisk Retirement Home Chess Program — Founder, Seniors Chess Program

Northbrook, IL · Feb 2023 – Present

  • Enriched seniors’ social lives by bringing the high school chess team to the retirement home for regular games.

Highland Park Community Foundation — Social Media Manager & PR Representative

Highland Park, IL · Jul 2022 – Mar 2023

  • Created online fundraisers for local businesses in support of the victims of the July 4th Highland Park shooting.

Skills & awards

Languages

  • Python
  • SQL
  • JavaScript
  • Go
  • Java
  • C
  • C#
  • C++
  • PHP
  • HTML
  • CSS

Frameworks & libraries

  • PyTorch
  • TensorFlow
  • Flask
  • Node.js
  • React
  • NumPy
  • Prophet
  • StatsForecast

Databases & platforms

  • Microsoft Fabric
  • AS/400
  • MSSQL
  • MySQL
  • Firebase
  • Supabase
  • AWS

Developer tools

  • Git & GitHub
  • Docker
  • VS Code
  • Jira
  • n8n
  • v0

AI / ML

  • Neural networks
  • LLMs
  • Natural language processing
  • Time-series forecasting

Specialized skills

  • Full-stack development
  • Medical data analysis
  • Resource optimization
  • Data visualization
  • Garden design
  • Sustainable landscaping

Awards & achievements

  • Rotary Service Above Self Award ('19)
  • American Jewish Committee Leaders for Tomorrow Program ('21)
  • JUF's 18 under 18 nomination ('22)
  • 1st in Nationals Blitz Chess Tournament ('22)
  • ISAC State Scholar ('24–'25)
  • CS50 & CS50 Educator Workshop ('23)
  • AP Scholar ('23)
  • Commendation Toward Biliteracy: Spanish ('23)