Journey
I started coding in 2014 while studying at university in Myanmar. In 2015, I moved to Linux as my daily environment, which shaped how I learn, work independently, and build with open-source tools.
In 2020, I joined Thibi as an intern and later became a Senior Full Stack Engineer. There, I worked with non-profits, journalists, and researchers, building platforms, data systems, and public tools. I took ownership across the full lifecycle — from system design and development to deployment, infrastructure, and long-term maintenance — with a focus on systems that are reliable and practical for real use.
I’m now a Founding Engineer at NOSBAAN, building core systems and internal foundations as the product grows.
I focus on understanding real needs and building simple, reliable systems that work well, even with limited resources.
"I had the privilege of working as a project manager for nearly five years on a very small team, where Zin Min served as the sole or lead developer. He was consistently two to three steps ahead of his responsibilities and approached unexpected challenges with enthusiasm and professionalism. I especially appreciate his patience and his ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical team members. I’m confident he would be an invaluable asset to any team."
Experience
Founding Engineer
NOSBAANAs the first engineering hire, I designed the initial platform structure and technical standards. I lead the development of core internal platforms, replacing manual workflows with automated solutions and introducing AI-assisted processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Senior Full Stack Developer
ThibiMigrated a legacy high-load system to leaner infrastructure, reducing complexity and cutting costs by 33%. Cleaned up data pipelines and set up automated backup protocols for near-zero downtime. Created reusable architectural patterns to support the team, reducing future development time by 20%.
Full Stack Developer
ThibiDeveloped robust web applications and data dashboards using React, Next.js, and SvelteKit. Delivered end-to-end solutions with Express.js, Nest.js, and PostgreSQL. Automated routine data processing with Python and managed deployments on AWS and Linode.
Engineering Intern
ThibiBuilt a COVID-19 data tracking dashboard with interactive visualizations. Contributed to frontend development and production deployment.
Education
Bachelor's of Engineering in Information Technology
Graduation delayed due to coup; degree awarded Feb 16, 2025
Technology Evolution
Adopted TypeScript and Go for production systems. Focused on SvelteKit, Next.js, and full-stack architecture. Built multiple greenfield projects across civic tech, data platforms, and internal tools.
Completed thesis on the accuracy rates and limitations of unsupervised learning algorithms in NLP. Began working primarily with Node.js, React, and React Native for cross-platform applications.
Expanded to Java EE, Spring Boot, and Android development. Started working with MongoDB and PostgreSQL. Picked up Python for AI and machine learning coursework.
Started using Git for version control. Learned web development with vanilla JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, and SQLite. Moved to Java SE for desktop applications.
Started with C and C++ during university. Switched to Linux as my primary operating system and began exploring open-source development.