Wade Colby Roundy

Computer Engineer - Embedded systems, software design, great with people, unparalleled attitute.

Overview

I am finishing a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering at Utah Valley University. I am looking to get my feet wet in the tech industry however I can. I am interested in coding, web design, hardware development, VLSI design, FPGAs, embedded systems, and other tech fields. I am also interested in SAAS applications, entrepreneurship, business, and general problem solving. I am creative and analytical. I excel at a host of soft skills paired with technical knowledge, work ethic, and the ability to learn quickly.

About Me

Cover Letter

I believe I have the skills, work ethic, and ingenuity to be an asset to any company. I am willing to consistently arrive on time, stay on task, and meet deadlines. I enjoy problem solving and can keep a cool head while dealing with difficult or frustrating issues. I am easy going, a hard worker, detail oriented, and I get along with everyone.

I have gained experience with software engineering and programming in C, C# and C++ throughout the course of my studies. I am also knowledgeable in circuitry and hardware which is the emphasis of my coursework in the computer engineering program at Utah Valley University. I am currently a senior in that program.

I am skilled in the use of computers for the purposes of communication, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and other business tasks. I am a meticulous individual by nature and assure that things are done correctly and in a timely manner. I am a self-starter and can stay on task with minimal supervision as well as go the extra mile and see what else needs to be done that may be unassigned. I work and collaborate well with others.

I am a people person. I am a great listener and my background in customer service and sales is a testament to my social skills. I have been successful in several customer-facing positions and have dealt with consumers and business in my sales efforts. Ecclesiastically, I have had responsibilities that have helped me become and empathetic individual.

On paper, I’m sure I may seem very similar to other candidates. I can however assure that I am a cut above. I am a hard worker. I am a rapid learner. I am a contributor to positive company culture. I can fulfill roles additional to my title. I go the extra mile. I continuously learn and add value to my skillset. I am an individual of character and utmost honesty. I am generally a humble person, but I can attest to possessing these qualities. My refences can attest to the same, they have told me as much as I have worked with them. Most of all, I will commit to being what my employer needs me to be and much more.

Résumé

Functional Summary

  • Personable, motivated, hardworking individual
  • Capable of solving challenging problems with analytical reasoning and critical thinking
  • Fast Learner of software and hardware systems, programs and applications
  • Computer proficient: email, multiple browsers, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, etc.
  • Reliable self-starter, willing and able to show up on time and motivated to stay on task
  • Spanish speaker

Education

  • Bachelors of Science in Computer Engineering, Utah Valley University, Fall 2019
  • Relevant Classes: Data Structures, Computer Architecture, Digital Design, Circuit Theory, Computer Networks, Linear Algebra & Differential Equations, Signals & Systems, VLSI Design, etc.
  • Experience with ARM architecture and assembly language, Unix/Linux systems, Raspberry Pi, Verilog HDL, and Texas Instruments Launchpad microcontroller
  • Senior Project: Design of two-way audio and video conferencing system from Raspberry Pi to web application using WebRTC specifically for caregivers and patients
  • Associates of Applied Science in Computer Science, Utah Valley University, Fall 2017
  • Experience with C, C#, and C++ programming languages, OOP, and limited data structures
  • High School Diploma, Canyon Del Oro High School, Tucson, AZ, 2004

Work History

Henry Schein - Orem, UT

Software Support Technician

2018 - Present

  • Support for Dentrix and Easy Dental, large software products used by dentist offices
  • Installed the software on servers and networks of workstations
  • Supported all functionality for Dentix and Easy dental
  • Troubleshooting and workarounds for errors and other issues
  • Required to have good people skills and technical skills

Design Imaging - Orem, UT

Accounts Receivable/Account Manager

2013 - 2015

  • Handled accounts receivable, using QuickBooks, for all client payments; typically large transactions
  • Provided phone and in-person customer service to clients, primarily small business owners
  • Significantly increased sales for my territory in 2014 over the previous year
  • Created new company procedures and initiatives necessitated by company growth
  • Created many official company documents and functional spreadsheets

Target - Orem, UT

Retail Sales Representative and Trainer

2009 - 2017

  • Promoted to Electronics Department
  • Trained new employees; Responsible for the efficiency of new hires
  • Boosted sales for the company through energetic customer service
  • Had to be familiar with all modern technologies sold in the department
  • Increased productivity by multitasking and prioritizing

Lionbridge - Orem, UT

Internet Web Assessor

2013

  • Passed an extensive test that included 8-10 hours of non-paid preparation and studying
  • Followed Lionbridge guidelines for web site analysis
  • Used web based tools and company internet applications
  • Worked independently under little to no supervision. Tracked and reported my own work

Progrexion - Provo, UT

Sales Consultant

2007 - 2008

  • Sold credit repair services for Attorney Dana Facemyer
  • Effectively drove sales for the company while building a good rapport with potential clients

References

David Harman

◘ President/Owner at Harman Century 21 Realty
◘ Orem, UT
◘ Personal Reference

I served with David Harman as an ecclesiastical capacity for two years. I served as his counselor in a leadership position. Bishop Harman was an incredible mentor who taught me to be a leader even to those much older and more experienced than me. Bishop Harman complemented me often on my public speaking skills.

Matthew Wilson

◘ President/Owner at Design Imaging
◘ Orem, UT
◘ Professional Reference

Matthew hired me at Design Imaging to do accounts receivable and order processing. He later promoted me to an account manager in the newly formed sales department. Matt woudl frequently comment that they wanted more employees just like me to fill out the office staff.

Jeffrey Booth

◘ CFO at Design Imaging
◘ Orem, UT
◘ Professional Reference

Jeff also interviewed and hired me at Design Imaging. He was my immediate supervisor in my first position there. Jeff and I had fun working together and I appreciate his mentorship and friendship as I got started in that new position. Jeff would comment often about how well and quickly I learned the systems utilized by the company to process orders and billing.

Henry O'Connell

◘ CEO, President / Founder/Owner at Canary Speech
◘ Provo, UT
◘ Professional Reference

Henry was my direct suypervisor as an account manager in the sales department at Design Imaging. The sales department was just formed with Henry as the new VP and I was the first account manager. Henry taught me a lot about business to business sales and how to run a department. We worked together to set up a lot of the procedures and systems used in the new sales department.

Kevin Stoker

◘ Director of Catering and Business Development at Zupa’s
◘ Sandy, UT
◘ Professional Reference

Kevin was my supervisor in the sales department at Design Imaging. As the new VP of sales there, we worked closely together. Kevin helped me learn a lot about sales. We worked together on many new projects for the company including the beginning stages of planning and designing the new company website.

John Jex

◘ Software Support Supervisor at Henry Schein
◘ American Fork, UT
◘ Professional Reference

John is my current supervisor at Henry Schein. Through our limited time together we have had many chances to speak together one on one about my performance and progression in learning the many facets of the softare that we support. I believe John and I have a mutual respect and he can vouch for my work ethic, punctuality, and ability to learn.

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Contact

Thank you for taking the time to visit. I would love to hear about opportunities in the tech industry. I can be reached at wcroundy@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you.