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In my current role, I serve as a proactive software developer focused on data management and security for government-sponsored projects, with a focus on supporting the U.S. Navy. I utilize a wide range of programming languages and tools to enhance operational efficiency and maintain data integrity.- Developed tools using Java to streamline data loading from media sources, enhancing efficiency and security practices critical for government-sponsored projects.- Utilized Python, Java, Bash, and Perl scripting, along with MySQL, to manage databases for inventorying and providing data for analysts, supporting mission-critical operations.- Automated processes through Python scripting, including error handling and user management, which improved operational efficiency and facilitated bulk updates without requiring extensive input or one-at-a-time processing.- Created training and how-to guides using LaTeX to ensure comprehensive documentation and effective knowledge transfer among team members and stakeholders.- Designed a script for file review and report generation on file contents, demonstrating a commitment to improving data management and security in high-stakes environments.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to share best practices and implement improvements in security protocols.- Served as a member of the security representative team, keeping group members informed about security issues and updates while tracking inventoried data to ensure compliance and readiness.

In my role as a software engineer, I drove impactful contributions to complex projects, focusing on data visualization, testing frameworks, and trajectory simulation using C++ and Python. My work supported government-sponsored projects with reliable, high-quality code and robust testing practices:- Actively contributed to an AGILE software development environment, using JIRA and Confluence for efficient project tracking and collaboration- Presented technical simulation and data analysis software to clients, providing insights into complex data through visualizations- Collaborated in small engineering teams (2–4 members) on software design, development, and testing phases, contributing to cohesive and functional project outcomes- Designed and built testing frameworks for Python applications, ensuring code reliability and quality before development began- Refactored MATLAB code into Python, enhancing performance, code readability, and compatibility within modern data-processing pipelines- Developed Bokeh charts in Jupyter Lab and Jupyter Notebook for trajectory data analysis, integrating them within Streamlit-based UIs- Implemented interactive Bokeh visualizations within ReactJS applications to support data-driven decision-making.- Enhanced and maintained C++ within an existing trajectory simulation codebase, ensuring compatibility and performance improvements for new and legacy features.- Created and maintained unit tests in C++ and conducted acceptance testing with Robot Framework to verify application functionality.- Performed rigorous testing on missile defense simulation software, ensuring system stability and accuracy.- Utilized Git, Gerrit, and Jenkins for version control, continuous integration, and code review, fostering code quality and collaboration.- Edited and optimized Python and C++ code to prepare applications for client deployment.- Authored detailed documentation in LaTeX and Doxygen to support technical clarity and user onboarding.