Maxwell Mendenhall
Malvern,PA
Summary
Computer Science student at West Chester University with a minor in White Collar Crime and a Computer Security Certificate. Skilled in object oriented technologies including Python, Java, C#, with hands-on experience in data science and ML models. Seeking an internship to gain practical industry experience.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Professional Proprietary Algorithmic Trader
Topstep LLC
06.2023 - Current
- Developed a profitable trading algorithm in python and C#.
- Manage and secured 50k worth of funding from a proprietary trading firm for market deployment, integrating with a broker’s API and slack API for real-time position updates.
- Continuously achieving strong performance; established a website and machine learning model to display real-time results and progress.
Frontend Web Developer
The Wrap Shack
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Developed an engaging website for Wrap Shack to establish an online presence and reach a wider audience, featuring their services and portfolio.
- Implemented a user-friendly contact page, enhancing client-business communication.
- Successfully attracted new clients, significantly expanding Wrap Shack’s customer base and market visibility.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA12.2024
Skills
- Python
- Java
- Nextjs
- MySQL
- Nodejs
- Machine Learning
- Wireshark
- Data Science
- MongoDB
- API's
Projects
Machine Learning Trading Optimization
- Developed a logistic regression machine learning model from scratch, gaining a deep understanding of its core functions and underlying mathematics.
- Integrated trading algorithmic data into the model to uncover correlations between wins and losses.
- Enhanced the algorithm by incorporating additional features, aiming for more precise and conclusive results.
Extracurricular Activities
- Computer Science Club Member, 2021 - Actively participated in discussion on various computer science topics.
- Competitive Programming Club Member, 2022 - Participated in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions placing overall 89 out of 3000 students.
- West Chester Rugby 2021-2023 - Engaged in team building activities in an fast paced environment.
- 51st West Chester Fire Department, Volunteer Firefighter 2022 - Served as a first responder to emergency calls, developing and applying strong communication skills in a high pressure environment.
Timeline
Professional Proprietary Algorithmic Trader
Topstep LLC
06.2023 - Current
Frontend Web Developer
The Wrap Shack
01.2023 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Similar Profiles
Andreas AvgerinouAndreas Avgerinou
Proprietary Trader at Topstep, LLCProprietary Trader at Topstep, LLC
Michael CrossMichael Cross
Risk Manager at TopStep TraderRisk Manager at TopStep Trader
RYAN C. BAGIRYAN C. BAGI
Futures Trader at TopStep TraderFutures Trader at TopStep Trader