I am Katie Patterson, a software engineer, web developer, community enthusiast, lover of life, and friend of animals.
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, a Master's Degree in Software Engineering, and over ten years of industry experience in software design and development.
I am a "big picture person" that excels most at design, prototypes, and proofs of concept, with the experience and ability to create a quality product from the very start to the very end of its lifecycle.
To contact me, please email kirska AT kirska.com.
Proficient with Extensive Professional Experience: C++, C, Python, JavaScript
Familiar: Java, C#, SQL, PHP, HTML, CSS, Perl, Swift, Verilog, VHDL
Technology Expertise: Flask, React, WordPress, Django, Alembic, PostgreSQL, TypeScript, Amazon Web Services
Staff Software Developer, CapitalRx, October 2021 - Present
Senior Full Stack Software Developer, CapitalRx, March 2020 – October 2021
Skills
Languages used: Python, Javascript
Other skills and technologies used: React, Flask, Alembic, PostgreSQL, AWS
Summary
Technical team lead for claim adjudication, network management, and formulary management software team
Full stack development with Python backend and Javascript frontend
Software Engineer, Lennox International, July 2013 – March 2020
Skills
Languages used: C, C++, Python, JSON
Other skills and technologies used: Visual Studio, Eclipse, Windows, Linux
Summary
Software development on embedded Wi-Fi thermostat applications
Design and development of software prototypes exploring new technologies and ideas, as well as internal libraries for development use
Awards
2014 Pacesetter Innovation Award
2016 Pacesetter Innovation Award
2018 Pacesetter Community Award
Technology Director and Co-Founder (Volunteer), Dallas Pets Alive, March 2012 – Present
Skills
Languages used: PHP, SQL, CSS, HTML, Python
Other skills and technologies used: Django, WordPress
Summary
Website development and maintenance including custom scripting and database management
Linux system administration for all organization servers
Oversee and manage IT needs for entire organization
Service on board of directors
Electrical Engineer, L-3 Communications, January 2009 – July 2013
Skills
Languages used: C, Python, C#, Agilent Vee, VHDL
Other skills and technologies used: Visual Studio, Eclipse, VxWorks, Windows, Linux, Altera FPGA
Summary
Lead hardware engineer for several high profile hardware designs
Product support from bid to post delivery, including overseas support with customers
Software development in signal management and processing applications as well as test software, including GUI design and device driver development
Awards
Co-authored paper and project chosen for the national corporate technology exchange
Senior Mentor, Lyle School of Engineering, August 2007 – December 2008
Intern, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, May 2007 – December 2007
Co-Op Engineer, Verizon Wireless, May 2006 – December 2006
Master of Science, Software Engineering, UT Dallas, December 2017
GPA: 3.85
Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering, SMU, December 2008
Minor in Mathematics, Honors in Liberal Arts
GPA: 3.57
Other honors, awards, and memberships: J. Lindsay Embrey Scholar, SMU Scholar, Industry Scholar, National Science Foundation Scholar, Mustang Band, Theta Tau Professional Engineering Fraternity