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About Me

The systems that run our world aren't just broken—they're monuments to short-term thinking in a world that demands we care more.

I'm a developer who learned to code by studying C… and a former youth worker who learned to solve problems by studying people. C taught me syntax. People taught me that systems fail when they ignore the humans they serve.

I build software that endures.
The kind that adapts.
The kind that outlives the team that built it.

Code is a love letter to the future.
I want mine to whisper, "I was here, and I tried".


Work Experience

Open Source Contributer

Core Lightning

Contributed to Core Lightning (CLN), Blockstream's Lightning Network implementation, by strengthening peer connection privacy and reliability. Introduced secure exchange of alternative network addresses outside the public gossip protocol, enabling private peer reconnection channels.
  • Overhauled the C codebase and daemon logic to store and utilize alternative addresses for resilient peer reconnections
  • Designed configurable whitelisting parameters for granular control of address-sharing behavior
  • Developed and documented new JSON-RPC API endpoints for managing private channel configurations, enabling more flexible peer-to-peer connection strategies

Open Source Developer Intern

Ericsson, Jorvas, Finland (Oct. 2023 - April 2024)

Contributed to Metal³ (Metal Kubed), a CNCF project that enables Kubernetes to manage bare metal infrastructure in a cloud-native way. The project integrates with Cluster API to provide declarative lifecycle management of physical servers, treating bare metal machines as cloud resources.
  • Led the modernization of deployment infrastructure by migrating critical shell scripts to Go, implementing deploy-cli.go to enhance maintainability and provide type-safe deployment operations
  • Strengthened system reliability by developing end-to-end testing suite for bare metal provisioning, including SSH key-based authentication and structured serial log verification for improved debugging capabilities
  • Implemented critical security features including namespace pod security policies and Metal³machine finalizers, preventing resource conflicts and data loss during bare metal operations
  • Enhanced developer experience through Tilt integration with Cluster API Provider OpenStack, significantly reducing setup time and improving the development workflow

Youth Worker

GBG Stad, Gothenburg, Sweden (June 2013 - Aug. 2021)

  • Displayed patience and endurance, particularly in interactions with students with learning difficulties, adopting a mindful approach to enhance communication and understanding.
  • Fostered a positive and trusting environment by embodying a cheerful and responsible adult figure, enabling students to feel comfortable and open up.
  • Engaged in a journey of self-improvement, honing communication skills and a likable persona to positively influence the learning environment.
  • Leveraged personal growth and improved interaction skills to positively impact the lives of students, emphasizing the value of trust and respect in effective mentorship.

Freelance Photographer

Self-Employed, Gothenburg, Sweden (June 2012 - March 2021)

  • Developed comprehensive visual narratives, which included photographing for diverse projects, spanning both exhibitions and photobooks.
  • Managed every stage of self-publishing projects, from concept creation to final distribution, for five photobooks.
  • Executed a notable project 'Berliner Luft' based in Berlin, Germany, where I captured, developed, and presented a unique perspective of the city through a self-published photobook.
  • Organized an exhibition on Kolkata, drawing from a rich three-month long photographic exploration of the city.

Exhibition Technician

Hasselblad Foundation, Gothenburg, Sweden (May 2008 - Sep. 2013)

  • Contributed to the creation of Hasselblad Award exhibitions, including those featuring the renowned works of Nan Goldin (2007) and Paul Graham (2012). Additionally, participated in organizing numerous other diverse exhibitions during the tenure.
  • Ensured the accurate implementation of the setup for every exhibit by maintaining a high level of attention to detail, and regularly troubleshooting unexpected issues.
  • Maintained strong collaborations within a small and consistent team, contributing to a harmonious workflow that ensured the successful implementation of the artists' vision in each exhibition.
  • Endurance and Resilience: I have demonstrated endurance and resilience in various professional settings, particularly in my education at Hive Helsinki where I encountered rewarding and challenging moments.

  • Patience: Patience has been a key skill in my work, especially when dealing with diverse groups of people and in situations that require a calm and steady approach.

  • Optimism and Positive Attitude: I maintain an optimistic outlook and a positive attitude, which contributes to a positive and uplifting environment in any team or project I am part of.

  • Curiosity and Passion for Learning: I have a strong passion for learning and strive to expand my knowledge in emerging technologies. My curiosity drives me to constantly explore new concepts and ideas.

  • Empathy: I display empathetic support in my interactions, aligning my approach to individual needs. This skill has been particularly useful in my role as a Youth Worker.

  • Ability to Align Approach to Individual Needs and Adaptability: I am adaptable and able to align my approach to meet individual needs, a skill that has been crucial in roles that require understanding and addressing diverse perspectives and requirements.

  • Collaboration and Ability to Coordinate Group Efforts: I am known for promoting collaboration and have experience coordinating group efforts, particularly during my education at Hive Helsinki where I led a diverse team for four months.

  • Leadership: I have demonstrated leadership skills in various settings, including during my education when I was entrusted with the leadership of a diverse team for a complex project.

  • Meeting Deadlines and Upholding Quality Standards: I am committed to meeting deadlines and upholding quality standards, ensuring that all tasks and projects are completed efficiently and effectively.

  • Proactive Nature and Self-reliance: I am proactive and self-reliant, always ready to take the initiative and carry out tasks independently when necessary.

  • Flexibility and Easy-to-work-with Demeanor: I am flexible and easy to work with, able to adapt to changing circumstances and work effectively within a team.

  • Dedication and Responsibility: I am dedicated and responsible, committed to delivering the best results in all tasks and projects I undertake.

  • Problem-solving Abilities: I have strong problem-solving abilities, developed through practical experience and academic study. I am able to tackle complex problems and find effective solutions.

Testimonials

Max was a pleasure to work with on the peer alternate address feature. He was eager to contribute and not afraid to dig deep into the internals of core lightning's interdaemon communication and wire architecture. I appreciate that he is always open to feedback and ready to refactor code for the sake of a better product or cleaner implementation. I think it shows in the final product, including the extensive coverage of blackbox testing he developed. I hope he will continue to contribute to core lightning and the lightning ecosystem and finds a more permanent position to do so. I will certainly be advocating for him.

- Alex Myers, Core Lightning Protocol Developer @ Blockstream

Reliability is one of Max's defining characteristics. He possesses an unwavering commitment to his work and is always reliable when it comes to meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results. Regardless of the complexity or urgency of the task at hand, Max can be counted on to go above and beyond expectations.”

- Michel Philippe, Fellow graduate at Hive Helsinki

Max is great fellow student and showed great leadership as we finished last inner circle project 42sh together. I really enjoyed working with Max. He was one of the main characters to drive our last project to its goal. Technical and soft skills is in pro level, I would recommend Max to any task which requires good problem solving skills and/or great leadership.”

- Miika Viinikainen, Fellow graduate at Hive Helsinki

Projects

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Shell Creation Project (42sh): Collaborative development of a POSIX-compliant shell, 42sh, built from scratch in C, highlighting skills in Unix, system and network administration, and project management.

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ft_printf: Recreation of the printf function in C, showcasing command of low-level functions, memory management, and complex function creation.

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ft_ls: Reverse-engineered the Unix 'ls' command and built a custom version in C. This project deepened my understanding of Unix file systems. Highlights skills in C programming, Unix systems, and memory management.

Programming Languages:

C C , Bash Scripting , Python Python , PHP PHP , JavaScript JavaScript

Frameworks and Libraries:

React React , Node.js Node.js , Express.js Express.js , Django , Jest Jest , React Testing Library , Cypress , Supertest

Web Technologies:

HTML, CSS, Apache Apache , Nginx Nginx

Operating Systems:

Unix , Linux , Windows , MacOS

Databases:

MySQL MySQL , PostgreSQL PostgreSQL , MongoDB MongoDB , Redis Redis

Others:

Git Git , Docker Docker , gdb , lldb , Visual Studio Code Visual Studio Code

Vim Vim , SSH , POSIX , Fail2Ban

Concepts and Techniques:

Memory Management , Data Structures , Algorithm Implementation , Bitwise Operations

Education

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Programming

Hive, Helsinki, Finland (Oct. 2021 - March 2023)

  • Cultivated robust problem-solving skills and fostered self-reliance through tackling complex programming challenges.
  • Applied programming knowledge to real-world scenarios, gaining practical experience in software development and debugging.
  • Participated in a collaborative learning environment that emphasized peer-to-peer knowledge exchange, leading to an enriched understanding of diverse problem-solving approaches.

Support Worker

Studium, Gothenburg, Sweden (Oct. 2017 - Oct. 2018)

  • Trained to provide specialized support to individuals with a range of abilities, adapting strategies to meet unique needs.
  • Acquired practical skills in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, thereby enhancing my capacity to support and uplift individuals in their daily lives.
  • Cultivated a deep understanding of the diverse needs of individuals with varying abilities, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

Let's Connect

I'm always open to discussing job opportunities, collaboration, or anything else. Feel free to get in touch via mail or connect with me on GitHub or LinkedIn.