Melissa P.
About Melissa P.
Melissa P. is a Software Depot Activation Lead at Applied Research Solutions, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in software engineering and technical writing, with previous roles at various organizations including Rite-Solutions, Inc. and the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Newport.
Current Role at Applied Research Solutions
Melissa P. serves as the Software Depot Activation Lead at Applied Research Solutions, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the activation of software systems, ensuring that processes are efficient and effective. Her work involves collaboration with various teams to facilitate software deployment and support. Based in Bedford, Massachusetts, she has accumulated four years of experience in this position.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to her current role, Melissa P. worked as a Software Engineer at Applied Research Solutions from 2019 to 2020. She also held positions at Abacus Technology Corporation as a Software Engineer from 2018 to 2020 and at Rite-Solutions, Inc. as a Junior Software Engineer in 2018. These roles provided her with extensive experience in software development and engineering practices.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Melissa P. studied Computer Science at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, where she focused on Software Engineering from 2014 to 2017. She also earned an Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts & Sciences from Middlesex Community College from 2008 to 2011. Her academic background includes developing mobile applications and small-scale servers using Java and Python.
Professional Skills and Expertise
Melissa P. has developed a range of professional skills throughout her career. She has expertise in process documentation, technical writing, web-database development, and software testing. These skills have been integral to her roles in software engineering and project management.
Volunteer Work and Mentorship
In addition to her professional work, Melissa P. volunteers as a mentor for students participating in programming Java with robotics through the FIRST Robotics Competition. This involvement reflects her commitment to education and fostering interest in technology among younger generations.