Listen. Learn. Build.
Hey, I'm Zak Gilliam. I'm currently an AI Pioneer at TD SYNNEX working on AI Transfomration of their Cisco business. I have a passion for building tools that empower non-technical users to leverage AI in their work.
I have a background in psychology and human-computer interaction, which gives me a unique perspective on how to design and build user-friendly tools. I'm particularly interested in supporting experts in their work, and I'm always looking for ways to use technology to improve people's lives.
I love listening to and making music, working on side projects, and open-source software. When I'm not working, I like gaming, watching movies, and playing guitar
Bio
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Zak Gilliam is an AI engineer based in Greenville, SC. He is currently an AI Pioneer at TD SYNNEX, where he builds tools and infrastructure to drive an increase in margin for TD SYNNEX's largest business, Cisco. Zak is passionate about improving the developer experience and sharing knowledge with the community through talks, projects, and writing.
Career
Lead Developer - Data Platform & AI Systems
HBC Lab • University of Iowa
Aug 2024 – Present • 1 yr 10 mos
Project Lead - CEREBRA
CEREBRA // University of Iowa Healthcare • University of Iowa
Oct 2024 – Aug 2025 • 10 mos
Contract Software Engineer
Judgement, Decision, and Social Comparison Lab • University of Iowa
Aug 2025 – Dec 2025 • 4 mos
Intern Developer // Process Automation
WorkhorseSCS • Hybrid (Remote & Sarasota, FL)
May 2023 – Aug 2024 • 1 yr 3 mos