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Sean Zhang

Austin,TX

Summary

I am an actuarial science graduate with a strong foundation in probability, statistics, and risk modeling, complemented by several years of experience as a software engineer. Having passed the SOA FM and P exams, I am now intentionally transitioning into the field of insurance underwriting to apply my analytical background and technical skills in evaluating risk. Seeking an opportunity to contribute to a collaborative underwriting team while gaining hands-on experience in the property insurance space.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Software Engineer

McDonald's Corporation
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed internal applications in collaboration with senior engineers to support logistics and data workflows.
  • Used Python and SQL to create scripts that validated and transformed data for reporting and compliance purposes.
  • Contributed to document automation features and data visualization for internal teams.
  • Participated in peer code reviews, sprint planning, and documentation efforts within an Agile environment.

Software Developer

General Motors
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Contributed to internal web tools that supported dealership evaluation and compliance workflows.
  • Built SQL queries and backend reports used to support risk assessments and operational audits.
  • Participated in cross-functional agile teams, working with business analysts and QA to meet project goals.
  • Gained experience using Salesforce APIs for data collection and document workflows.
  • Developed front-end features with Angular and maintained accessibility standards (WCAG).

Education

Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
05-2020

Skills

  • Risk modeling using distributions, simulations, and statistical techniques
  • Strong experience with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and logic formulas
  • Proficient in Python (pandas, NumPy), SQL, and Git
  • Familiar with insurance concepts such as loss ratios, exposure analysis, and underwriting cycles
  • Exposure to cloud-based tools and structured data pipelines

Timeline

Software Engineer

McDonald's Corporation
01.2024 - Current

Software Developer

General Motors
01.2021 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science

Purdue University

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