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Alexa Nelson

Reston,VA

Summary

Fullstack Software Engineer with background working productively in dynamic environments. Fluent in Python and C++ programming languages used to develop software for various coding projects. Proud team player focused on achieving project objectives with speed and accuracy.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Mission Systems Software Engineer

GEOST
06.2023 - 08.2024

As a Full-Stack Developer, I played a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining complex systems that bridged backend and frontend technologies. My key responsibilities included:

  • Docker Integration: Set up and managed project environments using Docker, optimizing and streamlining database systems for development.
  • Database Management: Utilized SQLAlchemy to create, manage, and maintain PostgreSQL databases, ensuring data integrity and efficient query performance.
  • System Design & Execution: Played a key role in the architectural design and execution of system components, contributing to scalable and maintainable solutions.
  • API Development: Leveraged FastAPI to develop and implement database routers, enabling seamless communication between different system components and external services.
  • Data Handling: Created robust API endpoints using FastAPI to efficiently post and retrieve data from external websites, ensuring data consistency and security.
  • Frontend Development: Utilized React to develop a dynamic and responsive frontend, allowing users to interact with and visualize database data effectively.
  • Collaborative Teamwork: Worked closely with a large team, demonstrating strong communication and collaboration skills to drive project success.
  • Asynchronous Collaboration: Successfully collaborated asynchronously with team members across the country, managing time zones and communication channels to ensure seamless project progress.
  • Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Applied strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to address challenges and implement innovative solutions in a fast-paced development environment.

Software Engineer Internship

Rocky Mountain Section Of AAPG
05.2022 - 06.2022
  • Designed and developed website prototype using combination of Microsoft Azure software, CSS, SQL databases, and React.
  • Documented software development methodologies in technical manuals to be used by personnel in future projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science - Robotics & Intelligent Systems

Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO
05.2023

Skills

  • Python
  • C
  • Java
  • Nodejs
  • React
  • Linux
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Agile Software Development
  • Object Oriented Programming
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Timeline

Mission Systems Software Engineer

GEOST
06.2023 - 08.2024

Software Engineer Internship

Rocky Mountain Section Of AAPG
05.2022 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science - Robotics & Intelligent Systems

Colorado School of Mines
Alexa Nelson