Sean Conroy
Committed to designing and implementing robust, efficient, and scalable software solutions.
About
Software engineer with experience developing and maintaining large-scale systems. Proficient in multiple programming languages and frameworks with proven ability to design, implement, and optimize complex applications. Eager to leverage cutting-edge technologies to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions while continuing to pursue personal and professional growth.
Work Experience
Junior Software Engineer — Cisco
August 2023 – Present
Contributed towards the development and enhancement of Terraform providers, adding support for 143+ distinct resource and data sources utilising GoLang. Also diagnosed and resolved 56+ issues related to provider functionality, performance, and compatibility. Additionaly, Designed and optimised CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab, and GitHub Actions. One pipeline's codebase was reduced by 78% resulting in enhanced performance and maintainability.
Degree Apprentice — Cisco
July 2020 – August 2023
Selectively rotated through six areas of the business, including ThousandEyes, DevNet, and Webex Cloud Engineering. Developed a variety of new frontend features within the ThousandEyes platform, while also resolving customer bugs, helping improve usability and customer experience, utilising Vue.js and Typescript. Assisted with the development of a GitHub-integrated Jenkins pipeline to test updated helm charts before deployment to reduce the likelihood of broken charts impacting production services.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science with First Class Honors in Digital & Technology Solutions
October 2020 – December 2023
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Certification
September 2024
Cisco Certified DevNet Associate Certification
In Progress: Expected January 2025
Side Projects
Minimising disturbances to enable productive remote work — Designed and prototyped an ESP32 microcontroller-based device, integrated with AWS IoT cloud, to improve productivity by reducing disturbances during remote work. Leveraged AWS API Gateway, AWS Lambda, KiCad, Arduino, Fusion 360, and 3D printing.
Minimal Layout, Maximum Efficiency — A collection of macro keyboards to boost productivity without crowding your workspace.
* Note: An improved portfolio is currently under developemnt.