Software Engineer
Resume:
Patrick Zywicki
Princeton, NJ 08540 *******@*****.***
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Proficient in C++, C#, C, Java, MVVM, .NET, VxWorks, Python, Batch/Bash, Unix/Linux, Mathematica, SQL, MATLAB, HTML, RESTful, SOAP, JSON, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Familiar with IAR and WindRiver platforms for embedded software devices
Working knowledge of hardware components including op amps, multiplexers, ADC/DAC, eMMC, and EEPROM
Extensive knowledge of SOPs, FDA regulated design input requirements, software design documentation, test protocols, software life-cycle and design patterns (Agile, Scrum)
Excellent problem solving and time management abilities
Efficient in communication of ideas and findings to colleagues
Productive in both group and individual environments; cross-functional in team settings EDUCATION
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY Piscataway, NJ 2008-2014
PhD in Experimental Particle Physics
Cumulative GPA: 3.62
CORNELL UNIVERSITY Ithaca, NY 2003-2007
BS in Applied and Engineering Physics, Cum Laude
Cumulative GPA: 3.5
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
ABBOTT LABORATORIES Princeton, NJ May 2015-May 2017 Software Engineer
Troubleshoot software and hardware difficulties occurring on the manufacturing floor. Investigate alternate method of revival for dead PCBs resulting in company savings of at least $10,000.
Develop manufacturing software to calibrate Alinity blood analyzer device. Devise unit tests to investigate and eliminate software bugs.
Automate uploads of manufacturing and production software using file transfer protocol.
Perform duties of SQA and administrator for web API and associated analyzer database. Adhered to strict FDA/ISO quality standards during software development and release.
Support analyzer production line by trouble shooting analyzer hardware/software defects.
Analyze movement of analyzer motor fixture using cost function minimization techniques.
Write software documentation and verify test protocols in accordance with FDA standards.
Work cross-functionally between manufacturing and R&D to implement software with a quality user experience.
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY Piscataway, NJ 2011-2014
Graduate Student Researcher
Build models of new physics beyond the "Standard Model" of particle physics:
Utilize “Madgraph” software (python based) to generate simulated proton-proton collisions with specified final states and appropriate kinematics.
Employ “Pythia” software (FORTRAN based) to break down the simulated final states even further to low energy states with O(103) particles.
Manipulate network nodes to auto-generate large amounts of simulations (via “Condor” jdl files).
Search for new physics in proton collision data collected at CERN, Geneva:
Build C++ framework to sort and filter data and simulation into buckets based upon kinematics of particles observed.
Estimate and apply fake rates and scaling factors to data and simulation buckets.
Statistically quantify evidence of new physics seen in the collision data:
Apply Poisson statistics to individual buckets; use p value statistical methods to test the null hypothesis in combining multiple buckets.
Make plots and histograms using C++ (Root).
Interpret experimental evidence in the context of the new models:
Run “Prospino” software to calculate cross sections and k factors for exotic physics models.
Communicate the experimental results via TWIKI pages, analysis notes, public analysis summaries, papers, and conference presentations.
Work highlighted in "Fermilab Today": http://www.fnal.gov/pub/today/archive/archive_2013/today13- 07-26.htm l
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Tutor at Yu's Elite Education, Livingston NJ Jan 2015 – May 2015
Facilitate math learning for students in elementary and middle school.
Math areas included basic arithmetic, pre-algebra, and geometry.
Grade homework on a weekly basis, meet with students in classroom setting, and present solutions to challenging Math League style problems.
Tutor on individual basis as well.
Extracurricular activities
5+ years Spanish language experience.
Avid golfer, guitar player, hiker, and traveler.
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