Pedram Nikjooy
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Pedram Nikjooy

DevOps Engineer  ·  Cloud Computing  ·  AI Research

Building intelligent, scalable infrastructure.
Researching AI-driven automation for Kubernetes
at Politecnico di Torino.

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Turning complexity
into clarity.

MSc in Computer Engineering – Cloud Computing from Politecnico di Torino. Passionate about cloud-native systems, DevOps automation, and applied AI.

Profile

Master's graduate specialising in Cloud Computing with hands-on experience across server management, infrastructure automation, and AI-driven orchestration. Comfortable in international, cross-functional teams and fast-paced research environments.

Languages

PersianNative
EnglishFluent · C1
ItalianIntermediate · B1
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Years of combined experience in system administration, infrastructure, and software development.

MSc

Computer Engineering – Cloud Computing, Politecnico di Torino. Thesis: AI Agents for Kubernetes.

Skills & Technologies

A broad technical foundation built across research, enterprise infrastructure, and full-stack development.

Backend Development

Python · PHP · MySQL · SQL · C++ · Server Management · REST APIs

Cloud & DevOps

Docker · Kubernetes · Git / GitHub · CI/CD · AWS · Azure · GCP · Linux

AI & Automation

AI Agents · Machine Learning · TensorFlow · PyTorch · ONNX · LLM Integration

Frontend

React · JavaScript · HTML · CSS · Bootstrap · Figma · Vite

Mobile

Android Studio · Kotlin · Jetpack Compose

Tools & Practices

Postman · Agile / Scrum · ITIL 4 · Shell Scripting · Technical Documentation

Experience

A track record across research institutions, enterprise cloud operators, and software companies.

Student Researcher & Lab Assistant Nov 2022 – Present
Politecnico di Torino — DAUIN Department, Torino, Italy
Thesis — AI Agents for Kubernetes (AI4K8s.online)
  • Designed and developed AI-driven agents to optimize Kubernetes cluster performance and reduce operational overhead.
  • Implemented intelligent automation systems that enhanced reliability of cloud-native infrastructures.
  • Conducted experiments and evaluated AI strategies, contributing to research publications.
Assistant Role (Part-time)
  • Supported lab projects and mentored students on cloud and DevOps topics.
  • Contributed to experimental deployments, helping validate and improve infrastructure setups.
  • Documented processes and assisted in knowledge-sharing across the lab.
DevOps Engineering Specialist Jan 2021 – Jun 2022
Asiatech, Tehran — One of Iran's largest cloud, ISP, and data-centre operators
  • Configured, optimized, and maintained large-scale production services, ensuring high availability and performance.
  • Evaluated and validated backup and disaster recovery systems, improving data availability and operational resilience.
  • Implemented and expanded CI/CD pipelines, streamlining deployment workflows and reducing manual errors.
  • Developed proactive alerting mechanisms and operational playbooks for consistent incident response.
  • Applied Kubernetes (CKA-level), Linux (LPIC-1 & LPIC-2), SQL/NoSQL databases, and stream processing systems.
Technical Support Engineer – Hosting Oct 2019 – Dec 2021
IRANHOST, Tehran — One of Iran's leading hosting companies
  • Progressed from Level 1 to Level 2, gaining expertise in server operations, client support, and infrastructure reliability.
  • Configured, maintained, and monitored web servers, ensuring maximum uptime through proactive maintenance.
  • Implemented security protocols, performed audits and patching, reducing vulnerability exposure.
  • Optimized server resources, balanced loads, and improved CPU, memory, and storage utilisation during peak traffic.
IT Manager Jul 2015 – Jan 2020
AriaNoorPoya, Tehran — Promoted from Intern to IT Manager
  • Oversaw installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware, software, networks, and servers.
  • Developed security policies, conducted audits, enforced compliance standards, and responded to incidents.
  • Designed and maintained the company website; created technical documentation and user guides.
PHP Plugin Developer & Localisation Specialist Jan 2018 – Jan 2019
Hamyar WordPress, Tehran
  • Analysed and modified PHP plugin source files to implement accurate Persian localisation.
  • Maintained translation consistency and collaborated with the development team via structured review workflows.

Projects

A selection of personal, academic, and client projects across web, mobile, cloud, and AI.

AI · Cloud

AI4K8s — AI Agents for Kubernetes

AI-driven agents that autonomously manage Kubernetes clusters, reducing operational overhead and improving reliability. Live at AI4K8s.online.

PythonKubernetesDockerREST APIs
AI · IoT

Stryx — Structural Safety AI

Physics-informed AI platform that delivers a probabilistic Structural Usability Score within minutes of a seismic event, using MEMS sensors and uncertainty-aware decision logic.

PythonIoTMLFastAPIReact
Mobile App

DrivePix

Persian-first React Native app for Italian driving theory exam prep — image-based lessons, vocabulary flashcards with spaced repetition, and timed mock exams.

React NativeExpoPersian/RTL
AI · Mobile

Fit Fork

AI-powered meal planning app generating personalised weekly plans via ChatGPT. Includes nutritional guidance, weight goal tracking, and progress visualisation.

React NativeExpoChatGPT APIRedux
Mobile · 3D

AILIFEMAP

Life goal tracking app combining React Native with Unity 3D for immersive achievement visualisations, animated reward sequences, and offline-first support.

React NativeUnity 3DNode.js
AI · Trading

PeDax

Autonomous multi-agent learning trading system with news intelligence, risk-first design, point-in-time data integrity, and full decision auditability.

PythonNext.jsPostgreSQLMulti-Agent
PWA

Andrea & Niusha

Mobile-first couple games PWA built as a personal gift — love quiz, memory match, compatibility test, and shared photo gallery with captions.

HTML/CSSJavaScriptPHPPWA
Bot · Automation

AlmanBlog Bot

Telegram bot for language class management — Google Calendar + Meet integration, homework submissions, student tracking, and a multilingual video library.

PHPTelegram APIGoogle Calendar API
Web App

ANP QR Code System

RTL-first employee ID QR code generation and scanning system with Persian UI, photo support, and admin management panel.

PHPMySQLJavaScriptRTL
Web App

Mimmo Academy

Web-based academy platform with user authentication, course catalogue, and student portal.

PHPMySQLHTML/CSS
Full-Stack

Thesis Management System

Academic thesis proposal and application management — student-teacher relationships, submissions, and career tracking.

ReactKotlinSpring BootPostgreSQL
Portfolio

Kimia Khoramin Portfolio

Interactive portfolio with GSAP animations, bilingual support, AI chatbot, and PHP contact backend.

HTML5CSS3JavaScriptPHPGSAP
React App

KnowWell

React application with Vite for fast HMR and optimised build processes. Part of the Usabiliteam group project.

ReactViteJavaScript
Dashboard

Doctor Dashboard

Healthcare dashboard — patient management, appointment scheduling, and medical record tracking.

ReactJSXJavaScript
Mobile App

Team Management App

Android app for team collaboration and task management with real-time updates.

KotlinAndroidJetpack Compose
Full-Stack

TooGoodToGo Clone

Surplus food management connecting restaurants with consumers to reduce waste.

ReactJavaScriptNode.js
Bot

Ravanbarvar

Telegram bot with Google API integration — automated messaging, interactive commands, and scheduling.

PHPTelegram APIGoogle APIs
Web App

Learn Italian

Language learning platform with interactive lessons, vocabulary building, and progress tracking.

PHPHTML/CSSJavaScript
Web App

Nonna Amina

Photo management and sharing platform with Google Photos API integration.

PHPGoogle APIsJavaScript
Monitoring

Path Monitoring

System monitoring and path tracking with real-time analytics dashboard.

PythonAnalytics

Let's connect.

Open to opportunities, collaborations, and interesting conversations.

Email

p_nikjooy@yahoo.com

Location

Torino, Italy