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Anthony Richardson

Baton Rouge,LA

Summary

Enthusiastic, hardworking software engineer with a strong desire to contribute to team success through attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills. Possessing a clear understanding of C++, C#, and SDLC, along with extensive training in computer science. Motivated to continuously learn, grow, and excel in the dynamic field of software engineering. Goal is to secure an early career software engineering position as a stepping stone toward achieving a more substantial role within the industry.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Software Engineer II

Raytheon
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of the software approx. 40K lines of code.
  • Improved software performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in the code.
  • Developed reusable components that significantly reduced development effort on multiple projects.
  • Integrated new technologies into existing systems, increasing capabilities and improving overall performance.
  • Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
  • Improved application performance with optimization of database queries, ensuring smooth and efficient data retrieval.
  • Implemented effective debugging strategies, resulting in fewer software defects and increased reliability.

AP Computer Science & Math Teacher

IDEA Public Schools
08.2020 - 02.2024
  • Taught C++ coding language concepts to high school and middle school students 20-40 students per course.
  • Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, computer lab activities and online learning systems.
  • Attended professional development technology courses to increase knowledge base and learn new information.
  • Worked with Louisiana State University using BR BYTES curriculum to educate Stem Pathway students
  • Taught computational thinking courses to middle and high school students.
  • Taught High School Math 2 years.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to develop appropriate accommodations for students with diverse learning needs in the algebra classroom.
  • Improved course content through collaboration with colleagues, incorporating best practices in algebra education.
  • Enhanced student understanding by implementing differentiated instruction and diverse teaching strategies.

Student Teacher

Southern University And A&m College - Baton Rouge La
05.2018 - 08.2020
  • Taught Introduction to Computer Programming I for 4 semesters
  • Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
  • Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
  • Reviewed faculty handbooks, regional curricula and student guides to formulate deep understanding of duties and student expectations.

Help Desk Analyst

Southern University And A&m College - Baton Rouge La
02.2015 - 05.2018
  • Provided basic end-user troubleshooting and desktop support.
  • Documented support interactions for future reference.
  • Worked with software development team on reported errors and bugs on newly released software
  • Tested new product offerings prior to release to assist development team in bug identification.
  • Prepared references for users by writing clear operating instructions.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science (Programming Languages)

Southern University And A & M College
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Programming

Southern University And A & M College
05.2018

Skills

  • Customer support

Timeline

Software Engineer II

Raytheon
01.2023 - Current

AP Computer Science & Math Teacher

IDEA Public Schools
08.2020 - 02.2024

Student Teacher

Southern University And A&m College - Baton Rouge La
05.2018 - 08.2020

Help Desk Analyst

Southern University And A&m College - Baton Rouge La
02.2015 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Programming

Southern University And A & M College

Master of Science - Computer Science (Programming Languages)

Southern University And A & M College