Katie Patterson
Welcome
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.
Summary
Languages
- Proficient with Extensive Professional Experience: C++, C, Python
- Familiar: Java, C#, SQL, PHP, HTML, CSS, Perl, Swift, Verilog, VHDL
Other Key Strengths
- Operating Systems: Windows, Linux (including embedded)
- Frameworks and Environments: Visual Studio, Eclipse, JetBrains, WordPress, Django
Experience
Senior Fullstack Software Developer, CapitalRx, March 2020 – Present
Skills
- Languages used: Python, Javascript
- Other skills and technologies used: React, Flask, AWS
Summary
- Fullstack 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
Education
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