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Hi. I'm Athulya Ganesh.

Leaner. Developer. Fitness Enthusiast. Self-described funny person.

In my free time time, you can catch me practicing Yoga, watching some Bollywood classics, or working on fun projects.

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About me

I am an undergraduate and Masters Computer Science graduate from the University of Cincinnati, looking out for new experiences in the field of Computer Science. When I started my degree in Computer Science, I knew absolutely nothing. Hours of research, projects, Leetcode problems and internship searches, I am comfortable with what I have learnt, and would love to keep going. Join me on my quest to conquer this field!

  • Location:Cincinnati, OH
  • Nationality:Indian
  • Interests:Dogs, Yoga, Bollywood movies
  • Study:University of Cincinnati
  • Employment:ITW

Education

Masters of Engineering in Computer Science

University of CincinnatiDecember 2024

A combined program with my Bachelors degree. I will receive this degree in December 2024.

Bachelors of Science in Computer Science

University of CincinnatiMay 2024

Distinguished Honors Scholar; Summa Cum Laude. Recipient of UC Global & UC International Outreach Scholarship, graduated in May 2024.

Work

Software Engineer

ITWJune 2024 - Present
  • Implemented full-stack features using C++, JavaScript, QML and SQL, reducing processing time by 25% for clients like Walmart.
  • Envisioned and optimized Python scripts to reduce data retrieval time by 30%, accelerating weighing and boosting revenue by $50k.
  • Aligned closely with clients to deliver unique features 9% ahead of schedule, enhancing relationships with key accounts like Costco.

Software Engineering Intern

NokiaMay 2023 - August 2023
  • Generated a Java web application, enhancing system performance by 20% through optimized code and efficient database integration.
  • Implemented backend services and Python scripts, and tested with Docker for containerization, reducing monthly bug reports by 20%.
  • Teamed with cross-functional experts to integrate Java applications, cutting integration time by 2 weeks, enhancing project efficiency.

Part Time Student Worker at AIMS and MEMS Laboratory

University of Cincinnati, CincinnatiJanuary 2022 - Present
  • Working on a Flask Application to collect particulate data in real-time (using RaspberryPi) and display it on various graphs.
  • Optimized Linux OS on Raspberry Pi, reducing current draw by 23.6%, showing system efficiency skills.
  • Improved 3D printing and inventory documentation reflecting resilience and market impact potential.

Resident Advisor

University of Cincinnati, CincinnatiAugust 2022 - Present
  • Developed and implemented educational programs and workshops on topics such as time management, study skills, and wellness, enhancing the overall academic and personal growth of residents.
  • Organized and led community-building activities and events to promote social interaction, cultural awareness, and a sense of belonging among residents.
  • Provided individualized support and mentorship to students, assisting with academic challenges, personal development, and conflict resolution, fostering a supportive and inclusive living environment.

Software Engineer Co-op

FOX Sports, CincinnatiMay 2022 - August 2022
  • Developed interactive features using JavaScript, specific to the live World Cup match scoring, garnering 93% positive user reviews.
  • Optimized user interface for 20+ pages using JSON tests, greatly improving user experience, increasing conversion rates by 20.4%.
  • Facilitated stand-ups as interim Agile project manager, enhancing collaboration by aligning tasks with skills and optimizing delegation.

Software Engineer Intern

Infinera, San JoseAugust 2021 - December 2021
  • Engineered a robust ASIC chip health check API in Python, ensuring performance and stability, improving diagnostic accuracy by 30%.
  • Created a React dashboard to visualize API results, enabling the team to solve issues faster, handling 2x the volume of cases weekly.
  • Authored comprehensive API documentation, improving team communication and collaboration, reducing onboarding time by 17%.

Software Engineer Intern

ICDCU Lab, CincinnatiJanuary 2021 - May 2021
  • Developed a collaboration platform using Flask, Python and SQLite, supporting 35 members in improving file management efficiency.
  • Redesigned 3 authentication pages with Figma and Flask, enhancing security and UI/UX, thus reducing login time by an average of 2s.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements, streamlining workflows, increasing productivity per person by 4 hours/week.

Athulya is always professional and displays strong initiative. Our team was impressed by her efforts to go beyond what was expected of her and pick up new roles as opportunities became available. Athulya is a go-getter who makes the most of opportunities for learning and self-improvement.

-- Tom Zentemeyer, VP @ Fox Sports

During her internship, Athulya made significant contributions to our IP Division, specifically focusing on the implementation of embedded software code for 5G mobile backhaul routers. Athulya exhibited remarkable strengths throughout her internship, particularly in communication, initiative and perseverence. Athulya demonstrated a keen initiative in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and skills, playing a pivotal role in the cleanup of testbench code.

-- Hardeep Singh, Senior Engineer @ Nokia

I would like to highlight the active participation in sensor and pump selection research, where her insights have been valuable in guiding the team towards optimal choices. Her ability to collaborate with fellow researchers and contribute meaningfully to the decision making process has been commendable.

-- Dr. Tao Li, Associate Professor and UC MEM and AIM Laboratory

Athulya has impressed me with her deep technical knowledge. In my discussions of her senior design project, she is quick to break complex tasks into components and describe the constraints and requirements for realizing project goals. Athulya also has a unique talent for user-experience design, visual-design and front-end development. Athulya has impressed me with her creativity in considering diverse designs to address user-experience challenges. Athulya is also a student who has significant leadership potential. Athulya has an effective communication style in meetings and in presentations to the class. In collaborative discussions, she is quick to synthesize disparate discussion points and propose plans and solution.

-- Dr. Jillian Aurisano, Associate Professor and DaVINCI Laboratory

Get in touch.

Reach out to me with project ideas you would like to collaborate on, or just for fun!

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