matt@weppler.me

I am a results-driven, and analytical Software Engineer with the ability to think outside the box. Strengths in design and integration problem solving skills. Strong written and verbal communications. Interested in a challenging technical track career in a software development environment.

Technical Proficiency
  • Programming Languages: C, C#, CSS, HTML, Java, JavaScript, ObjectiveC, PHP, Python, Ruby
  • Database Systems: MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Postgres, SQLite
  • Development Tools: Eclipse, MacVim, Netbeans, TextMate, Vim, Visual Studio 2005
  • Frameworks & SDK’s: Android, Django, Google Web Toolkit, iOS, jQuery, Rails, Sinatra
  • SCM & VCS: Git, MantisBT, Mercurial, Preforce, Redmine, SVN, Trac
  • Operating Systems: Linux (CentOS, Redhat, Ubuntu), Mac OS X, Unix (NetBSD, Solaris), Windows XP/Vista/7/8
  • Desktop Applications: Adobe Photoshop, Apple iWork Suite, MS Office Suite, Omni Graffle
Professional History

NVIDIA Corporation, Santa Clara, CA

Web Developer / Mobile Lead, November 2014 - Present

NVIDIA is the world leader in visual computing technologies and the inventor of the GPU, which generates interactive graphics on workstations, desktop computers, game consoles, and more.

VMware, Inc., Palo Alto, CA

Member of Technical Staff, November 2013 - October 2014

VMware, Inc. is a U.S. software company that provides cloud and virtualization software and services, and was the first to successfully virtualize the x86 architecture.

  • Worked closely with the Globalization team on building next generation Localization applications
  • Built customizable and extensible python tools for Bugzilla and Rally
  • Application maintenance, upgrades and api integration for SDL WorldServer

NVIDIA Corporation, Santa Clara, CA

Web Developer / Mobile Lead, August 2011 - October 2013

NVIDIA is the world leader in visual computing technologies and the inventor of the GPU, which generates interactive graphics on workstations, desktop computers, game consoles, and more.

  • Lead Engineer for:
  • Technical Lead for GTC Mobile Applications
  • Support high traffic/profile sites:
  • Drive the development of optimized mobile experiences for our web properties.
  • Oversee our mobile app initiatives.
  • Developed a training program focused on Mobile First & Responsive Web Development.
  • Play a key role in planning, design and development of interactive-dynamic web sites.
  • Develop functional prototypes from wireframes and mockups.
  • Turn mock-ups and designs into full pages complete with CSS3, HTML5 and JavaScript.
  • Work with stakeholders to understand project requirements and ensure application UI meets functional requirements.

InterDev Inc, New York/California

Owner, April 2006 — December 2010

Formed an IT Consultancy specializing in building and deploying custom Desktop/Web Enterprise Applications. Helped small and large companies in the Financial sector meet their Technology requirements with a focus on Compliance, and Software. Hired Independent Contractors for software development, systems integration/migration, infrastructure buildout and maintenance.

  • Lead a small team of developers.
  • Managed and supported multiple projects.
  • Worked closely with High Level Management to manage requirements & develop IT budgets.
  • Allowed my company to remain highly adaptable in quickly changing technical environments.
  • Encouraged strong organizational and analytical skills throughout my team.

Empire Asset Management, New York, NY

Chief Information Officer / System Analyst, January 2008 – June 2010

Direct all information management initiatives for a New York investment banking firm. Analyze corporate IT needs; develop and implement systems and applications to meet operational requirements; and provide user training and technical troubleshooting to ensure uninterrupted system availability. Support a staff of 50 financial professionals including brokers, sales, compliance, and management

  • Develop and integrate custom financial management applications including the payroll management system, and electronic filing system, contact management software.
  • Oversee peak performance of all workstations, multiple servers, and networks.
  • Provide troubleshooting for all proprietary and third-party software applications.
  • Manage the Toshiba telecommunications system including all programming and connectivity.
  • Facilitate all help desk functions serving internal associates and clients – rapidly resolve all system access, operating system, and hardware issues as well as physical workstation relocations.
  • Provide training for interns in networking, hardware connectivity, IP addressing, firewall and data security, and software troubleshooting.
Professional Development

UCSC Silicon Valley Extension

Professional Award in Mobile Application Development *expected 2016

  • Mobile Interface Design - 30126
  • Mobile Payments, e-Commerce Security, and Cryptocurrency - 30319

Udacity, Online

Android Nanodegree *expected 2016

Other

BerkeleyX, Online

CS169.1x - Software as a Service: November 20th, 2013 (Verification)

Penn Foster Career School, Scranton, PA

Career Diploma Java Programming: 2008 – 2009

Hobbies

Conferences/Talks Attended

  • Google IO 2015 - May 28 2015
  • GPU Technology Conference - March 17 2015
  • Google IO 2013 - May 15 2013
  • GPU Technology Conference - March 14 2013
  • GPU Technology Conference - May 14 2012
References
  • Available Upon Request
  • Recommendations/Endorsements Available on LinkedIn