A. WAYNE ROBERTS

SOFTWARE ENGINEER

I am a highly motivated and detail-oriented software engineer and Marine Corps veteran with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Western Governor's University and an Associate of Science in Software Development from Ivy Tech Community College. My professional journey has provided me with diverse experiences, ranging from serving in the military, where I honed my leadership and technical skills, to roles in account management and insurance, where I leveraged my abilities to develop automation scripts to improve internal processes for myself and my colleagues.

Throughout my career, I have consistently sought opportunities to utilize and expand my technical expertise. I have a strong foundation in full-stack development, with proficiency in languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, C, and C++. I am particularly passionate about developing innovative software solutions and have experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI), demonstrated through my capstone project at WGU, where I designed a full-stack application that used a machine learning (ML) model for vehicle classification. I have further developed this project to incorporate elements of Computer Vision (CV). My experience with Linux, cloud technologies, and various database systems, further complements my technical abilities.

Beyond my professional experience, I actively engage in continuous learning and exploration of emerging technologies. This includes hosting a home lab and designing and maintaining a Home Assistant OS instance by repurposing x86 machines into various implementations such as an Ubuntu server and a Home Assistant server, and experimenting with various AI, ML, and CV technologies. I also manage all aspects of my home network, ensuring its security and optimal performance. I am an avid PC gamer and stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in technology.

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Java

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JavaScript

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Spring Boot

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Excel

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Android Studio

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Licensed Insurance Sales Producer

Sept. 2018 – April 2021

Evansville, IN

Developed and implemented automation scripts using MS Excel, VBA, and AutoHotkey to scrape and process purchased leads and existing customer data from Allstate's proprietary systems and external sources.

Created scripts to extract relevant customer information, generating prioritized lists of potentially lucrative leads for home, auto, and life insurance (licensed in Indiana).

Achieved top sales performance within the district through a combination of efficient lead management and effective sales techniques.

Handled confidential customer information with the utmost professionalism and discretion, adhering to strict privacy and security protocols.

Account Manager

May 2016 – Sept. 2018

Evansville, IN

Developed VBA scripts to enhance and automate processes within the Traker Warehouse Management System (WMS).

Automated a complex quarterly invoicing process, reducing processing time from over a week to approximately 6 hours.

Created custom scripts to organize and manage inventory for various clients, including those dealing with plastic pellets, tools, commercial HVAC units, recycled tires, silicon metal, and steel products.

Managed accounts for clients across diverse industries, including plastics, telecommunications (servicing cell towers), recycling, and metal processing.

Cultivated strong client relationships, leading to the retention of initially temporary accounts due to high levels of service and efficiency improvements.

Corporal of Marines (E-4)

Sept. 2008 – Sept. 2012

MCBH Kaneohe Bay, HI

Led Marines in the motor pool and logistics command as a Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO).

Deployed and configured an Oracle database system (circa 2009-2010) for the 3D Radio Battalion to manage inventory, track equipment (including M1123/M1152 HMMWVs and MK23/MK25 MTVRs), and streamline parts ordering processes.

Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the motor transport and logistics platoons, facilitating a seamless transition between personnel rotations during a period of significant digitization of processes and documentation.

Certified as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic, specializing in the repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of HMMWVs and MTVRs, including their HVAC systems.

Served as a certified HMMWV and MTVR Operator Instructor, training and certifying Marines in vehicle operation, inspection, and preventative maintenance.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

December 2024

Capstone Project: Developed a full-stack application utilizing machine learning to classify vehicle year, make, and model from a dataset. The backend was built with Python and the frontend with Node.js to demonstrate proficiency in scalable web application development.

Relevant Coursework: Data Structures and Algorithms I & II, Software Engineering I & II, Operating Systems for Programmers, Computer Architecture, Intro to AI, Data Management - Applications & Foundations, Web Development Applications & Foundations, UI Design, and Business of IT - Applications & Project Management.

Associate of Science in Software Development

May 2020

Technical Certificate in Software Development

Technical Certificate in General Education Transfer Core

Developed an Android application for network planning, demonstrating proficiency in mobile development and network calculations.

Proficient in Python, Java, and C#, with experience in developing Windows desktop applications using Visual Studio Code.

Dean's List (2019)

Linux Professional Institute Certification

June 2024

Practical experience configuring an old PC as a headless Ubuntu server, accessible via SSH for development and experimentation. Also utilize Home Assistant OS on a separate small form factor PC for home automation.

TestOut PC Pro Certification

Dec. 2019

Extensive hands-on experience building, upgrading, troubleshooting, and maintaining PCs since childhood. Proficient in diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues across various Windows operating systems (from Windows 95 to Windows 11).