Tazzie Howard

Applied R&D Engineer

Role: Applied R & d Systems Engineer at SAIC
Location: Reston, VA, US
LinkedIn followers: 500 followers

About Tazzie Howard

I focus on advancing how people and organizations understand, manage, and apply geospatial data in a rapidly changing world. My work combines science, technology, and strategy to strengthen decision-making, modernize data infrastructure, and promote collaboration between research, operations, and leadership teams.Over the years, my journey has centered on geospatial modernization, Earth observation, cloud-based analytics, and AI applications that bring clarity to complex missions. I have worked across research, government, and technology environments, developing solutions that make data accessible, reliable, and meaningful to those who depend on it most.My experience extends from scientific research to enterprise-level transformation, connecting the rigor of data science with the realities of operational implementation. I am deeply interested in how cloud platforms, AI/ML, and spatial analytics reshape the way societies monitor change, manage risk, and respond to global challenges.Languages / Scripting: Python, R, IDL/ENVI, Matlab; SQL, noSQLSoftware: ArcGIS, ENVI, SocetGXP | CARTO; Systems: Unix, WindowsIf you are exploring ideas around geospatial intelligence, data-driven transformation, or cloud innovation for public service, I welcome thoughtful conversations and collaboration. Feel free to connect or reach out to start a discussion.

Experience

Applied R & d Systems Engineer
SAIC
Mar 2026 — Present · Chantilly, VA, US

Education

George Mason University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Earth Systems & Geoinformation Sciences
2028
Penn State University
Master of Science - MS, Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
2005 — 2007
James Madison University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Geology/Earth Science, General
2001 — 2005
University of Missouri-Columbia
Graduate Coursework (no degree), Data Science & Analytics
2018

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Current company

Razorpay

Software Development · 4K employees · Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Power your finance, grow your business. Razorpay is India’s first full-stack financial solutions company. We are on a mission to enhance the payment experience of over 300 million end consumers. And in doing so, we aim to enable Indian businesses - big and small - accept payments digitally with minimal effort and maximum ease. Razorpay has grown from being a payment gateway provider to a solutions-driven organization boasting of an extensive products suite to accept and disburse payments as well as raise capital and park money. In a nutshell, we fit into every nook and corner where your business touches money. #OutgrowOrdinary We identify ourselves as disruptors in the digital payments space and our vision is to power the financial ecosystem for other disruptors. Like attracts like and Razorpay actively looks to partner with established companies and startups that have either broken the glass ceiling in their industry or are set to. The Razorpay Product Suite today comprises verticals, along with Payment Gateway, like Payment Links, Payment Pages, Subscriptions, Smart Collect, Route, Razorpay Capital, RazorpayX, Payroll and Thirdwatch. Razorpay was started in 2014 by two IIT Roorkee alumni, Harshil Mathur and Shashank Kumar. Just a short few years later, Razorpay has evolved into a 800-odd strong organization with some of the best talents in the country helping some of the best companies manage their money movement seamlessly. Certified cool We are a bunch of spirited, ambitious and fun folks. And no, we’re not saying this ourselves--leading institutions have recognized Razorpay for the high trust and high-performance culture that we maintain. Our strength lies in the people we are and we go to great lengths to nurture a family of coders, designers, sellers, marketers, analysts, writers, runners, photographers, gamers, tinkerers, and above all, people who are dreamers and doers at the same time. Be a part of our exciting journey.

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About Tazzie Howard

Experience

Applied R & d Systems Engineer

Education

George Mason University

Penn State University

James Madison University

University of Missouri-Columbia

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