Who am I?
Hi, I’m Adrian Lawrenz — a 24-year-old computer science graduate and full-stack developer with over three years of professional experience. I enjoy designing and building clean, intuitive, and user-focused software across diverse tech stacks. I’m driven by curiosity, adaptability, and a genuine passion for continuous learning — always looking for new ways to grow, solve meaningful problems, and create impactful digital experiences.
Education:
College of Science and Engineering, University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
Sep. 2019 - May 2023
- Degree: Bachelors of Science in Computer Science
- GPA: 3.52
- Dean’s list: 5 semesters
- Relevant coursework: Calculus (all levels), Statistics, Data Structures & Algorithms, Advanced Operating Systems, Computer Networks, Internet Programming, Machine Architecture, Program Design & Development, AI
Skills:
Operating Systems:
- Linux (Ubuntu), Windows, MacOS
Cloud & Applications:
- AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, CloudWatch, IAM, KMS), Docker, Git, Postman, Jira, VS Code, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace
Programming Languages and Tools:
- Proficient in: JavaScript (Node.js, React, React Native), Python, C++, SQL (PostgreSQL), HTML, CSS
- Familiar with: TypeScript, Bash, Java, C, Terraform, PL/pgSQL, OCaml, Assembly
Core Competencies:
- Software Engineering: Data Structures & Algorithms, Time Complexity, APIs, Software Architecture, Testing & Debugging, Design Patterns
- Systems & Infrastructure: Operating Systems, Networking, Database Management, Data Pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- DevOps & Methodologies: CI/CD, Agile/Scrum, Cybersecurity
- General: Cross-Functional Communication, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Project Management, Customer service
Technical Work Experience:
Mylo Inc. | Software Engineer (Fullstack)
Feb. 2024 - Present
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, refine project scopes, design implementations, and create actionable tickets.
- Oversee development of backend (Node.js, Sails.js): restructured backend to follow RESTful principles with stateless, resource-based endpoints and full CRUD operations; implemented secure JWT authentication and OTP login mechanisms; built CRON jobs to automate notifications and payments for 300+ users; integrated third-party APIs (Stripe, SendGrid, Twilio, Google Maps, Attom Data); developed features such as file uploads/downloads, order processing, discount codes, pricing estimates, and user authentication flows; built out test suites using Postman to validate endpoints prior to deployment; manage environment deployments through AWS App Runner.
- Manage PostgreSQL databases with Supabase: design schemas, apply versioning through migrations, enforce security via RLS/table grants, implement functions and triggers in PL/pgSQL, optimize queries, and automate management with Bash/Python scripts.
- Contribute to frontend development (React, React Native, Next.js, Expo, Tailwind/Nativewind): build new pages/screens for core user flows, integrate backend APIs, refactor legacy components for maintainability, and resolve UI/state management bugs.
- Managed onboarding hardware by setting up MacBooks and configuring developer tools.
Utilimarc | Software Engineer Intern (Backend)
June 2022 - Dec. 2023
- Collaborated with the Customer Success team to implement bespoke features for clients.
- Rebuilt the company's SFTP server, used by clients for file uploads, replacing a single, non-containerized server with a Docker-based, multi-environment setup (dev, stage, prod) hosted on AWS EC2 instances. Used Python to automate file uploads from server to AWS S3 buckets. Built a GitLab CI/CD pipeline to automate deployments, improving reliability and reducing deployment time.
- Designed, refactored, and maintained Python ETL scripts for client data ingestion, database updates, and third-party API integrations.
- Managed AWS infrastructure with Terraform (IaC), including AWS VPC, EC2, S3, IAM, KMS, Lambda, CloudWatch, Redshift, and SNS services, ensuring scalability and security.
- Increased test coverage by 60% on the company’s largest project via Pytest unit and integration tests, reducing bugs and improving deployment reliability.
Customer Service Work Experience:
Cocina Del Barrio | Host and Food-Runner
May – Sep. 2021
- Provided an equal assignment of tables to waiting staff, by managing reservations and seating.
- Assisted bartenders and waiters with necessary tasks to keep up customer satisfaction.
Bellhop Moving | Pro/Lead Mover
May – Nov. 2020
- Coordinated and led teams of up to 6 employees in completing moves.
- Communicated with customers to provide a trusted and efficient moving process.
- Won a state-wide contest within the company for providing best customer service and care.
2nd Swing Golf | POS Employee
Dec. 2018 – Aug. 2019
- Cashiered, priced golf clubs for trade-in, recorded inventory, and did reception.
- Repaired and adjusted golf-clubs to fit desired specs.