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Tommy Hayes

Berkeley,CA

Summary

Motivated software engineer and quantitative trader with hands-on experience building real-time, automated trading systems. Known for combining strong technical foundations with business insight, gained through client-facing work at the Illinois Department of Revenue. Proficient in full-stack development, backend automation, and performance-optimized infrastructure.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Software Engineer & Futures Trader

Independent
09.2024 - Current
  • Engineered successful algorithmic trading models using Python and Pine Script, enabling both historical performance analysis and live trading integration.
  • Developed and maintained secure webhook tunneling infrastructure via Ngrok and Cloudflare to support low-latency trade signals from TradingView for automated trades on IBKR.
  • Built a React/JavaScript frontend and Dockerized backend for trading and analytics.
  • Trading CME NQ E-mini Futures contracts daily with custom logging tools.

Implementation Consultant

FAST Enterprises
04.2023 - 09.2024
  • Upgraded core components of tax software by implementing new features and refactoring legacy code using VB.NET and C#.
  • Wrote complex SQL queries and stored procedures in SSMS to support data-driven features and reports. Used SSMS to manage and optimize SQL Server databases for performance and reliability.
  • Resolved 100+ system queries and implemented cross-functional feature requests.
  • Worked closely with the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) to implement and enhance critical software solutions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in tax processing.
  • Excelled in cross-functional communication, translating business requirements into technical solutions while coordinating with both internal teams and government stakeholders to drive successful implementations.

Education

B.A. - Computer Science, Philosophy Minor

Macalester College
Saint Paul, MN
12.2022

Skills

  • Python
  • C#
  • VBNET
  • SQL (T-SQL, joins, subqueries), Microsoft SQL Server, SSMS, PostgreSQL
  • JavaScript, React, CSS
  • Java
  • C
  • Docker

Soft Skills

  • Technical consultation


  • Creative problem-solving


  • Attention to detail


  • Self-motivated and goal-driven


  • Adaptive learner

Timeline

Software Engineer & Futures Trader

Independent
09.2024 - Current

Implementation Consultant

FAST Enterprises
04.2023 - 09.2024

B.A. - Computer Science, Philosophy Minor

Macalester College

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