DAGMAWI ABERA
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EDUCATION
Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN
Bachelor of Science in Computer engineering, and Minor in Mathematics. May 2025
● Relevant Courses: Calculus I & II, Differential Equations, General Physics I, II and III, Digital system design and testability with VHDL, Circuit analysis I and II, Microprocessor engineering I, Robotics programming, Information security. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Nordstrom Corporation Software Engineering Corporate Intern August. 2023 to Present
● Collaborated in a diverse team to address real-world business problems during Nordstrom’s Program. Developed creative solutions using modern programming languages, contributing to impactful case projects.
● Utilized programming expertise in Java, JavaScript and python to contribute to software engineering projects that tackled current industry challenges. Gained practical experience while working on hands-on coding tasks.
● Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced corporate setting. Leveraged object-oriented and scripting languages to create effective solutions for business-related issues. Thin Film Technology Corporation IT and Engineering Intern – North Mankato, Minnesota Jan. 2023 to Present
● Perform weekly laptop maintenance, software debugging and monitor system operations.
● Assess system hardware and software, patch and update software to eliminate security problems, maintain servers and systems, and provide cybersecurity training to employees.
● Supported design and testing of electronic components such as resistors, filters, and crossovers.
● Conducted simulations and analyzed data to develop high-speed signal integrity products. Millennium Management FinTech Challenge Software Engineering and Quant Researcher – Miami, Florida April 2023
● Collaborated on a finance project to beat the stock market using data analysis and quantitative analytics.
● Used Jupyter notebook and Python to optimize asset allocation for minimal risk and maximum returns, emphasizing diversification and risk management.
● Constructed an outperforming portfolio with an optimized Sharpe ratio, reinforcing belief in proactive portfolio management for companies, stocks, bonds, derivatives and commodities. PROJECTS & SKILLS
VHDL and Verilog November 2022
● Developed projects using VHDL and Verilog programming languages and FPGAs such as DE0-CV and DE1.
● Demonstrated skills in creating circuits including a seven-segment decoder, two-digit decimal counter, 4-bit carry lookahead adder, and LED flashing circuit.
● Applied knowledge of VHDL programming to display hexadecimal inputs, count specified numbers, and flash LEDs in a specific pattern.
Python, C/C++, and Assembly December 2021-Present
● Developed basic projects using Python, C, and C++ programming languages.
● Utilized C and Assembly language to interact with XMEGA A1U Arduino board and completed lab projects such as LED flashing, three-tone siren generation, and program loop and subroutine call.
● Worked with micro:Maqueen Plus V2 DF robot using object-oriented programming languages Python and C++, applied data structures, algorithms, and design strategies for robotic applications, and implemented Robot Operating System (ROS) for mobile robotic electrical systems.
Information Security Analyst January 2022
● Conducted vulnerability scanning using Parrot Security, Wireshark, Project VM, and Prestashop on IP addresses, and fixed/debugged the vulnerabilities by attacking the server.
● Designed, implemented, and tested a business application server firewall using various Linux commands.
● Used Linux commands and Command Prompt to interact with micro:Maqueen Plus V2 DF robot, commanded it to move and take a picture.
MATLAB February 2022
● Analyzed filter frequency response and generated various types of plots using MATLAB.
● Implemented basic machine learning algorithms such as k-means clustering and linear regression.
● Gained a solid understanding of MATLAB’s capabilities in data analysis, signal processing, and machine learning through these projects.
ACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP
Student Government College of Science, Engineering and Technology Senator May 2022 - April 2023 Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Chair May 2023 - Present National Society of Black Engineers Event Coordinator Jan 2023 - Present The Disruptors Co-Founder and Vice Chair Jan 2023 - Present