Jonathan Hirsch

Computer Science Student

I'm an aspiring software engineer who loves to explore new ideas and solve interesting problems.

Education

Experience

Business Technology Intern, Cloud Infrastructure

June 2024 - August 2024

Discover Financial Services

  • Developed an automated image pipeline using EC2 Image Builder to create and distribute golden AMIs across organizational AWS accounts, reducing deployment time and ensuring consistent security standards.
  • Implemented a robust tagging strategy for AWS infrastructure, significantly enhancing resource management and improving observability across the cloud environment.
  • Streamlined infrastructure deployment by utilizing Jenkins pipelines to automate the deployment of Terraform code, boosting efficiency and reducing manual intervention.

Software Developer

September 2023 - June 2024

Rugged Thread

  • Enhanced and maintained the functionality of a large-scale Ruby on Rails web application, Stitch.
  • Performed bug fixes and implemented new features, improving overall performance and user experience.
  • Utilized git/GitHub best practices and CI/CD pipelines for efficient version control and deployment.

Software Engineer Intern, Operations Engineering

Jan 2024 - April 2024

SiriusXM

  • Designed and implemented a robust full-stack TypeScript/Node.js web application prototype that optimized the processes of account creation, updates, and data retrieval, ultimately allowing teams greater ease of use in testing, creation, and management.
  • Spearheaded the adaptation and enhancement of the prototype’s backend into a production-ready API, incorporating extensive error-handling and type safety mechanisms leveraging TypeScript. This resulted in improved application scalability, reliability, and performance through seamless frontend-backend integration.
  • Engineered a data consolidation tool that automates the extraction and aggregation of account details from emails via API, streamlining account management and enhancing data accuracy for strategic analysis and tracking.

Junior Staff Accountant

June 2022 - September 2022

Hyder Porperty and Co.

  • Conducted precise bank account reconciliations and comprehensive cash flow reviews for diverse properties, ensuring financial records accuracy.
  • Analyzed and reviewed general ledgers, making necessary adjustments to maintain the integrity of financial data.
  • Assisted in the meticulous preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, guaranteeing their accuracy and alignment with regulatory standards.

Viticulture Intern

April 2021 - Octoboer 2021

Advanced Viticulture

  • Managed the collection and organization of extensive vineyard data, handling a significant dataset with efficiency.
  • Leveraged data analysis techniques and visualized findings in spreadsheets to facilitate informed care recommendations for grapevines, optimizing vineyard management strategies.
  • Collaborated closely with viticulturists and other team members to analyze collected data and provide valuable insights, contributing to the development of effective strategies for vineyard water management, nutrient management, and pest control.
  • Assisted in the installation, calibration, and maintenance of field measurement equipment, such as weather stations and soil moisture measurement devices, ensuring the availability of accurate data for vineyard management decisions.
  • Utilized sugar sampling techniques to precisely assess grape ripeness to make informed and strategic harvest decisions. This process contributed to optimizing grape yield control and harvest timing, ultimately enhancing the quality of the grapes for winemaking.

Tech Ethics Review Board Intern

June 2020 - August 2020

Center of Applied Values and Ethics in Advancing Technologies

  • Conducted in-depth research and analysis on the social and ethical implications of emerging technologies, contributing to the development of ethical frameworks.
  • Collaborated closely with a diverse team to discuss and refine ethical considerations in technology development.
  • Delivered a presentation to an audience, effectively communicating the research findings on the ethical implications of emerging technologies and articulating the critical need for ethical awareness and alignment in the tech industry. These presentations fostered a deeper understanding of tech ethics and garnered support for ethical initiatives.

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Databases

Cloud Providers

Developer Tools & Technologies

Machine Learning & Data Analysis Libraries

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