- Researching techniques for automatic vectorization targeting SIMD instruction set extensions

- Developed features and bug fixes in object-oriented C++ and PHP for a platform management application which provides software installation / upgrade and virtual machine configuration- Found and identified software vulnerabilities and fixed them following OWASP guidelines- Modified SNMP MIB and agent configurations, NTP configurations, and SOAP WSSE configuration to enhance reliability and security- Configured and used Coverity static code analysis tool to identify bugs and participated in peer code reviews using Code Collaborator- Created automated testing routines to catch regressions in the software product, which is used to manage applications requiring uptimes of 99.999%.

- Learned how to apply protection and control schemes to high voltage equipment in air-insulated and gas-insulated substations- Interfaced with the customer, subcontractors and project managers to resolve open issues and define project requirements- Prepared plan of work documents, cable lists and bill of materials to support engineering and procurement- Engineered and drafted one line diagrams, three line diagrams, schematics and panel layouts in AutoCAD and Microstation

- Worked with demand response smart grid system and wireless communication technologies- Executed integration test cases on new software releases but also took on additional responsibilities, including creating software programs to automate data collection and setup of an embedded system

- Gained leadership experience while managing a staff of 20-30 Student Media photographers and coordinating with section editors to provide photo coverage for N.C. State's daily newspaper