Michael Wessels
Decatur,GA
Summary
Results-oriented Software Engineer specializing in C++14 and Python development, with expertise in GeniCam/GigE camera applications. Experienced in designing stable, maintainable code for high-speed imaging software and image processing. Proven leadership as TPO and Scrum Master in Agile environments, adept at debugging complex issues and overcoming technical challenges to deliver functional projects.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineer II
Trimble/Wabtec Beenavision
Norcross, GA
02.2022 - Current
- Contributed to development using C++17, C++14, Python, CMake, MFC, Boost, .NET, Docker, Git, GitLab, Bitbucket, and Jira.
- Built camera APIs and device drivers for image-capture workflows.
- Connected camera inputs into image-processing pipelines.
- Migrated legacy Windows 7 C++ monolithic design to modern Linux and Alpine base OS with containerized architecture.
- Implemented updates to software applications to ensure compatibility with newer operating systems. for newer operating system versions.
- Used Windows Sysinternals and debug tools to investigate performance, memory usage, page faults, and memory thrashing.
- Used Visual Studio debugger to build and run debug DLLs and troubleshoot C++14 issues with CMake and vcpkg in stable build environments.
- Provided guidance and support to interns over 10 weeks during the development of a POC image-calibration system for 10 weeks while developing a working POC image-calibration system in Python.
- Served as Scrum Master and TPO for over a year.
- Built tools with CMake, vcpkg, and Visual Studio project files to support clean application builds.
Co-op Web Developer
Georgia Tech Research Institute
Atlanta, GA
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Built Angular applications by creating components, services, modules, and directives.
- Implemented AngularJS, creating controllers, components (1.2), services, directives, and modules to streamline application performance.
- Developed Java applications using REST services, classes, and factories to enhance system functionality.
Education
Bachelors - Computer Science
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA12-2021
Skills
- C17
- Python3
- NET
- Java
- REST API
- Microservices Architecture
- Nodejs
- Apache Tomcat
- AWS Cloud Services
- GitHub (Git, GitLab)
- Jira
- Agile Sprint Planning
- Front End Development
- JavaScript (AngularJS)
- HTML
- CSS
- AngularJS
- Angular 6
- ReactJS
- Software Development Practices
- Linux (Ubuntu, RHEL7, Alpine)
Personal Information
Title: Web Developer and Programmer
PROJECTS
Telemedicine Application — College Group Project, Project that made a mock telemedicine application with 6 other group members that includes video chatting, scheduling appointments and saving patient records and virtual appointment recordings. Uses ReactJS for UI and AWS services such as amplify, DynamoDB, etc.
AWARDS
Purple Co-op Cord, Eagle Scout
Accomplishments
- 2026 Global Technology Awards: Process Excellence
- 2021 Telemedicine Application "Health-T" KSU Hackday Qualifier
Timeline
Software Engineer II
Trimble/Wabtec Beenavision
02.2022 - Current
Co-op Web Developer
Georgia Tech Research Institute
05.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelors - Computer Science
Kennesaw State University