Sean Slaughter
Skills
- Cloud: Amazon Web Services, Soap and RESTful APIs
- Languages: Java, C, C++, C#, HTML/CSS, JavaScript & PHP
- Tools: Atlassian Jira, Confluence, GIT, ServiceNow, Google Tool Suite, Visual Studio, JetBrains Suite, Spring Tools
- Soft Skills: Agile Workflow, Team Management, Conflict Mediation, Project Planning
Experience
Ally Financial Bank (Charlotte, NC)
Intern Software Developer May 2023 - Aug 2023
- Managed a MySQL database and integrated internal authentication services for secure user access control.
- Deployed Java-Based batch processing services to safely manipulate sensitive data efficiently, reliably.
- Leveraged company-specific AI tools and participated in an internal hack-a-thon planning committee.
- Volunteered with local non-profits in gardening and clothing recycling.
Intern Software Developer May 2022 - Aug 2022
- Developed Java-based tools and integrated AWS, Hibernate, Terraform, and REST/SOAP APIs to streamline data exchange and provisioning.
- Operated in an Agile environment, contributing to sprints, stand-ups, and retrospectives for timely deliveries.
- Diagnosed issues, designed scalable microservices, and refined system architecture for performance and maintainability.
- Volunteered with a Charlotte-based STEM center to set up LEGO® engineering kits for local schools.
Clemson Home (Clemson, SC)
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023
Residential Community Leader (Aug 2023 - Dec 2023)
(previously Residential Community Mentor)
- Managed scheduling, planned events, and promoted educational growth for 50+ residents, fostering an inclusive environment.
- Resolved staff and student conflicts in collaboration with local law enforcement and behavioral specialists.
Residential Area Desk Assistant (Jan 2021 - Dec 2023)
- Oversaw facility access and fielded resident inquiries via phone support.
- Refined the Desk Assistant role to better serve community needs.
Other Experiences
- Publix (Deli Clerk) Dec 2023 - Present
- McDonald's (Shift Manager) May 2018 - Jan 2021
Education
Clemson University, Clemson, SC B.S. in Computer Science
Relevant Coursework:
- 3D Computer Graphics
- Operating Systems
- Eye Tracking Methodology
- Game Design Methodology
- Discrete Structures and Algorithms
- Software Engineering Practicum
Certifications:
- Java Web Services & RestAPI
- Introductory Terraform for AWS
- Java Test-Driven Development
- CITI Human Subjects Protections (At Clemson)
Projects
Driving Rewards Web App
Team Project (Aug 2024 - Dec 2024)
- Languages: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, MySQL
- Technologies: React.js, AWS, eBay API, Git
- Description: Web platform for organizations to award users points for eBay items. Implemented AWS-backed authentication, secure ordering, and scalable infrastructure.
Eye Tracking Research - Cute vs Creepy
Solo Project (Aug 2024 - Dec 2024)
- Languages: Python
- Technologies: PsychoPy, Git
- Description: Conducted an eye-tracking experiment to assess emotional responses to generated images, analyzing gaze patterns to measure "cute" vs. "creepy."
Magical Gardening Game
Team Project (Aug 2024 - Dec 2024)
- Languages: C#
- Technologies: Unity, Git
- Description: Created a 2D, cozy, high-fantasy, garden-themed game. Implemented core gameplay in C#, integrated assets in Unity, and collaborated on art, music, and story.
Other Projects
- Microservice Migration (Java 2023)
- Batch Processing Service (Java/MySql 2024)
- Connect X (Java 2022)
- Mortgage Acceptance Calculator (C 2021)