John Sawyer — CS Graduate of the University of Washington

Expertise in Mobile Apps (1.0 yr.), Front-End Web (1.0 yr.).

Last verified on April, 2025

Core Skills

Ext JS

FDD

XML

Java

Python

Bio Summary

A proactive and technically skilled software engineer with a BS in Computer Science from the University of Washington. Experienced in creating robust web and mobile applications utilizing advanced technologies such as Next.js, Java, Python, JavaScript, Node.js, PyTorch, and sklearn. Adept at optimizing data structures and algorithms and keen on adopting machine learning to enhance software solutions. Holds key certifications, including Oracle Java, and is committed to continuous learning. Brings a solid background in leading team operations to improve service quality and operational efficiency, with over five years of experience in supervisory roles. Eager to contribute to innovative projects in a collaborative environment.

Technical Skills

Programming Languages	Java, Python, TypeScript
AI & Machine Learning	Amazon Machine learning services, AWS ML (Amazon Machine learning services)
JavaScript Frameworks	Angular, Ext JS
Java Frameworks	Spring Boot
Data Analysis and Visualization Technologies	k-NN
UI Frameworks, Libraries, and Browsers	XML
Amazon Web Services	AWS ML (Amazon Machine learning services)
Deployment, CI/CD & Administration	CI/CD
QA, Test Automation, Security	Debugging
Methodologies, Paradigms and Patterns	FDD
Other Technical Skills	App Service, Data Structures, Teamwork

Work Experience

Supervisor, Operational Efficiency Enhancement

Duration: October 2018 - September 2023

Summary: Streamlined operations and optimized order prioritization to improve efficiency at a fast-paced pizza establishment.

Responsibilities: Communication and staff coordination, leading a team, implementing communication strategies, supervising operations.

Technologies: Communication strategies, staff management tools

Tutor, Computer Science Tutoring Program

Duration: September 2022 - June 2023

Summary: Provided computer science tutoring, focusing on debugging, syntax, and data structures to assist students in enhancing their programming skills.

Responsibilities: Mentorship, offering tailored tutoring sessions, academic support in debugging, syntax comprehension, and data structure implementation.

Technologies: Various programming languages and technologies pertinent to computer science education

Delivery Associate, Delivery Optimization and Management

Duration: September 2023 - Present

Summary: Actively partaking in delivering customer-focused solutions in logistics, likely involving tracking and managing deliveries.

Responsibilities: Delivery management, ensuring optimal service delivery, adhering to performance standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science
September 2020 - June 2023
FastTrack Full-Stack Training Program

Certification

IntelliJ IDEA Community Edition Essential Training
Nail Your Java Interview
Oracle Java Certification: 1. Data Types
Oracle Java Certification: 2. Operators and Decision Statements
Oracle Java Certification: 3. Methods and Inheritance

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