Jones Sipho-J Matse
801 National Rd W Richmond, Indiana 47374 • 765- 277- 3781 • jonesmatse@gmail.com • www.linkedin.com/in/jonesmatse
Software Engineer • Database Developer
An impactful Software Engineer dedicated to technical adaptability. A recent graduate looking to apply already acquired skills,
develop them further, and gain new skills along the way. Expertise includes software development, database design and data analysis,
and web development. Quick to learn new skills and has clear verbal and communication skills. Exposure to Agile development
practices in previous internship experiences. Accustomed to collaboration as the most effective means for progress in developing
quality solutions while demonstrating individual capabilities.
Education
Earlham College, Richmond, IN
Full Scholarship Student
Major: Computer Science
The Philadelphia Center, Philadelphia, PA
Spring 2014
A semester long, off-campus experiential learning program for undergraduate students. Gained understanding in the fields of Power &
Authority Analysis, and Marketing.
United World College of Southern Africa, Swaziland
International General Certificate of Secondary Education, 2008
International Baccalaureate, 35 /45 points, Awarded Shelby Davis Scholarship 2010
Technical Skills
● Programming Languages: C++, Python, VBA, Common Lisp, NetLogo, Haskell
● Markup and Style Sheet Languages: HTML, CSS, Twitter Bootstrap
● Object-Relational Database Systems: PostgreSQL, T-SQL
● Operating Systems: Linux, Windows
● Application Programming Interfaces: OpenGL
● Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access
Coursework Projects
● Completed a big data project on police reports in the Philadelphia, PA area and carried out data analytics in PostgreSQL to
identify trends.
● Developed command line games such as tic-tac-toe, snake, and battleship with Haskell, C++ and Common Lisp respectively.
● Developed multiple data and graphic simulations with Python and NetLogo.
● Socket Programming in Python to implement alternating bit protocol, hypertext transfer protocol and Dijkstra’s algorithm.
● Implemented a depth-first search algorithm using recursive backtracking to generate a maze using C++ OpenGL.
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May 2007 – December 2010
August 2011 – May 2015
Jones Sipho-J Matse
801 National Rd W Richmond, Indiana 47374 • 765- 277- 3781 • jonesmatse@gmail.com • www.linkedin.com/in/jonesmatse
Experience
Engineering Intern at Courion Corporation
May 2014 – August 2014
● 1900 W Park Dr #100, Westborough, MA 01581
Strengthened SQL Server stored procedures used in the product for additional capabilities. Implemented unit tests for class
functions of the current code in the product in C# using TypeMock while working in Visual Studio. Developed a randomized
test data generator to load data into the product database using Visual Basics for Applications (VBA). Exposure to Agile
Development practices and Test Driven Design methodology.
IT Intern at Support Center for Child Advocates
February 2014 – May 2014
● 1900 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Discovered trends in the organizations operations database while working as an assistant database administrator. Effectively
geo-mapped client data; involved in data analytics and research. Assisted in disaster avoidance and general operations of the
organization.
Web Content Administrator at Earlham College
January 2012 – January 2014
● 801 National Rd W, Richmond, IN 47374
Incorporated additional features and improvements to the computer science department website while maintaining its daily
functions. A key contributor to the development of a new mock website; Coded in HTML, CSS and Bootstrap and
contributed to design and layout of the mock site.
Student Worker at The Philadelphia Center
January 2014 – May 2014
● 121 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Worked as student receptionist; actively organized office supplies, performed desk work, sorted files and performed efficient
information relaying.
Public Safety Dispatcher at Earlham College
August 2012 – January 2014
● 801 National Rd W, Richmond, IN 47374
Worked as receptionist and an officer dispatcher for Earlham College Public Safety office; handled desk work and involved
in information relaying.
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