A multi-vendor certified software development engineer at MetLife that's particularly interested in cybersecurity, machine learning, and natural language processing.
Professionally, I am currently developing data streaming solutions for real-time dashboarding of cloud resource metrics while rapidly prototyping IaC solutions involving Terraform, AKS, and Docker.
Casually, I am currently reviewing Japanese in order to take the JLPT N3 exam, while also experimenting with deep learning-based natural language processing and genetic algorithms.
As a member of MetLife's Cloud Enablement Team, designed, developed, and documented cloud-based software solutions for developers and administrators alike across the corporation in a Scaled Agile environment. Interfacing with cross-functional teams, helped manage AKS clusters, Docker swarms, IaC, and existing legacy codebases and architecture while rapidly prototyping new solutions.
Managed, coordinated, and provided expertise for the licensing and implementation of software used within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS) and all its respective departments. Performed maintenance, testing, and end-user training of both software and hardware, along with data security planning pertaining to the implementation and application of technology directly with university faculty for scholarly research and academic operations. Researched and collaborated with specialists to resolve unexpected outages and incidents.
Mentored and trained several new café servers, setting the example for quality customer service. Supervised the café, its operations, and other baristas in their work while assisting the managers in the day to day bookkeeping, customer relations, and employee training.
Taught the reading and writing of all Japanese scripts alongside the phonetics, grammar, and syntax of the Japanese language. Created a number of small programs and scripts that assisted in the teaching and review of Japanese, including one that automated the production of quizzes, tests, and answer keys.