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James Willis

@jameswillis

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Engineering student focused on DevOps and Java, delivering value with hands-on software workflows.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a junior Java/DevOps role where I can apply my hands-on project skills, contribute reliably from day one, and support teams with strong documentation, testing discipline, and practical deployment experience.

I’m an engineering student and maker-space assistant who brings hands-on software development experience and DevOps workflows to real projects. I’m at my best when I can turn technical ideas into working systems and clear, reliable documentation.

In my maker-space role, I design and deliver tailored STEM training while keeping complex fabrication platforms running with high uptime through comprehensive technical documentation and procedures. I also use SQL and database connectivity to query and manage inventory records, and I analyze user engagement metrics to improve scheduling and resource allocation.

I’m known for teaching impact, earning a four-time YODA Award and recognition for outstanding student employment, alongside earlier experience designing structured communication training programs. I’m now seeking a junior Java/DevOps role where I can apply my project experience, ship value from day one, and keep improving through feedback and rigorous testing.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Maker Space Aid

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University of Wyoming

Aug 2021 - Present (4 years 11 months)

Designed and delivered tailored hands-on STEM training that enabled safe, independent tool operation for a diverse user base. Authored technical documentation and used SQL and analytics to manage inventory and optimize workshop scheduling.

STEM Training Technical Documentation SQL Data & Analytics Resource Allocation

Soft Skill Communication Trainer

Conduent

Jan 2014 - Jan 2020 (6 years)

Designed and delivered structured 8-week communication training programs for cohorts of up to 30 agents for live customer interaction. Improved customer satisfaction outcomes by authoring coaching curricula and applying data science techniques to measure behavioral outcomes.

Communications Coaching Curriculum Development Coaching Curricula Data Science System Design Principles (Training Architecture)

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Wyoming

Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering

2021 -

Grade: GPA: 3.4

Activities and societies: Coursework: Digital Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, FPGA Design, VLSI.

Pursuing a B.S. in Computer Engineering at the University of Wyoming (expected May 2026), with a GPA of 3.4. Coursework includes digital systems design, computer architecture, embedded systems, FPGA design, and VLSI.