Hi, I'm Thijs Raaijmakers
Software Engineer & AI Security Architect
Master of Science candidate in Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence (Track: AI & Cybersecurity) at Tilburg University, holding a Bachelor of Science in Informatica from Avans Hogeschool. Combining robust software engineering, cloud automation, and artificial intelligence to build secure, high-performance applications.
Work Experience
Professional Research Intern
Architecting a scalable, multi-agent simulation environment for the Ministry of Defence using Infrastructure-as-Code. Building autonomous LLM-driven agents to simulate realistic corporate workflows and malicious cyber threats, generating high-fidelity synthetic network traffic (PCAP) to train next-generation intrusion detection systems.
Student Chauffeur
A flexible logistics role functioning alongside full-time Master's studies. Responsible for the safe, independent transportation and relocation of vehicles for business and private clients across the Netherlands, requiring a high degree of reliability and careful logistical execution.
Software Engineer (Graduation Intern)
Designed and developed a centralized application automating Kentico and Umbraco CMS upgrades within Azure DevOps. Built a full-stack solution using a .NET 8 backend and React frontend, significantly reducing manual deployment errors and accelerating cycle times.
Software Engineer (Part-time & Intern)
Optimized and expanded existing software monitoring systems within an agile team. Gained hands-on experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, version control, and performance enhancements.
Academic Background
MSc Cognitive Science & AI (Track: AI & Cybersecurity)
A specialized two-year, 120 ECTS program bridging technical AI development with digital security. The curriculum focuses on deep learning, forensic data analysis, cryptography, and the ethical implications of artificial intelligence.
Minor in Computer Science (Exchange)
Completed an international academic exchange focused on advanced software engineering methodologies and IT research. Collaborated with diverse, international teams to solve complex developmental challenges and enhance intercultural communication.
BSc Informatica
Established a robust engineering foundation emphasizing C#, .NET, Azure, and SQL. Consistently applied Agile/Scrum methodologies across team-based software development life cycles.
Technical Skill Matrix
Personal Engineering Projects
FleetPort Car Hiker Tracker
Automated vehicle delivery tracking system integrating RDW open data API for real-time vehicle specs and deterministic regex email parsing for shift logging. Built independently as a personal engineering project to automate logistics management.