Software Engineer • New Grad

Hi, I’m Gavin. I build reliable software and performance-focused systems.

I like solving tricky problems, contributing to real codebases, and making things run faster. Here’s my work and how to reach me.

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  • Location: DC Area (Open to relocation)
  • Focus: Parallel + distributed, performance
  • Currently: Shipping projects + applying

Projects

My strongest work right now is my QuEST contribution.

QuEST Contributions

C • OpenMP • MPI • CUDA

Contributed to parallel initialization and validation logic in the QuEST quantum simulation toolkit, collaborating directly with core maintainers on performance and correctness improvements.

  • Worked on MPI, CUDA, and OpenMP initialization paths
  • Assisted with validation utilities and performance analysis
  • Received direct feedback and acknowledgment from the lead maintainer
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Uni-Move

Web App • Marketplace • Student-to-Student

Uni-Move connects college students who are moving with other students looking to earn money by helping with moves. The platform focuses on simplicity, trust, and affordability within campus communities.

  • Designed to match students needing moving help with nearby student helpers
  • Emphasizes local, short-term work and flexible scheduling
  • Built with a focus on usability, safety, and clear task coordination
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Skills

Tools and technologies I've used and/or are comfortable working with.

C / C++ Python Ruby JavaScript MySQL OpenMP MPI CUDA Kubernetes Dask Django Linux Git

About

I’m a software engineer with a strong analytical foundation. I enjoy working on performance-heavy problems, parallel/distributed systems, and clean implementations that hold up under real constraints. I learn fast, iterate based on feedback, and like shipping work that’s measurable.

What I’m looking for

Entry-level / new grad roles in software engineering, backend, HPC, or performance-focused engineering.