Work Experience
PrizePicks
Software Engineer Intern
- Audited and centralized fragmented UI components across the React back office application, eliminating duplicate component versions and resolving cross-team code debt on the Member Ops platform
- Migrated a Ruby data pipeline from PostgreSQL to MongoDB, cutting the read-to-write ratio from 5,000:1 to 50:1 and enabling more efficient real-time data access on the React Native app
- Reduced Jotai state atoms in the projections feature from 58 to 12 by leveraging the MongoDB migration to push derived state server-side, significantly trimming client-side complexity
Humana Government Business
Software Engineer Intern
- Modernized legacy applications using ASP.NET 8 with C# for large-scale digital transformation initiatives
- Collaborated with design teams using design tools for user-centered solutions, enhancing digital experiences
- Optimized 15+ SQL queries and designed REST APIs, improving performance and responsiveness by 25%
- Implemented automated testing and CI/CD processes, reducing deployment risks and enhancing workflow
Georgia Tech Office of Student Achievement
Lead Student Assistant
- Led platform migration from Next.js to Django with integrated design workflows, improving UX by 40%
- Developed real-time validation system processing 10,000+ data combinations with seamless user interaction
- Implemented secure authentication and microservices architecture supporting scalable digital experiences
- Optimized database queries and caching strategies, reducing response times from 3.2s to 800ms
Shinobi Game Development
Lead Software Engineer
- Engineered scalable systems supporting 200+ users with integrated creative tools for rich media experiences
- Redesigned system algorithms to improve performance and reliability for high-volume interactive applications
- Led team of 5 engineers implementing creative development processes and innovative solutions
- Optimized system architecture, improving operational efficiency and user engagement by 30%
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Relevant Coursework
Technical Skills
Languages
Frontend & UI/UX
Backend & Cloud
Design & Creative Tools
Data & Analytics
Leadership & Collaboration
Featured Projects
GT Planner
Spur — Spontaneous Social
FitJacket E-commerce Platform
GT Movies Streaming Platform
CS-Tech Application Tracker (BuzzBoard)
Blackjack Game
Jordle - Wordle Clone
Chime Game Clone
About Me
Hey — I'm Joel. I'm a Computer Science student at Georgia Tech (3.7 GPA, graduating May 2027) who genuinely enjoys building things that work well and look great.
Most recently I wrapped a SWE internship at PrizePicks, where I worked on centralizing the React back office, migrated a Ruby data pipeline from PostgreSQL to MongoDB (cutting read/write ratio from 5,000:1 to 50:1), and reduced Jotai atoms in the projections feature from 58 to 12. I care deeply about writing clean, efficient code that doesn't create technical debt for the next person.
My stack is full: React, Django, React Native, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Supabase — and I'm comfortable jumping into wherever the team needs me most. I've shipped production apps used by real people, from academic planning tools to social apps to enterprise tooling.
Looking for Summer / Fall 2026 SWE internships. Available for full-time roles starting May 2027.
Outside of code
Software Engineer | CS @ Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech
CS · GPA 3.7 · May '28
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