Tyler Wilson
About Tyler Wilson
Tyler Wilson is a computer scientist currently working at Sandia National Laboratories and the U.S. Geological Survey. He has a diverse educational background and a strong interest in programming, math, hiking, libraries, historical fiction, and cooking.
Current Positions
Tyler Wilson currently holds dual positions as a Computer Scientist at Sandia National Laboratories and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). He has been with Sandia National Laboratories since January 2019, working out of the Albuquerque, New Mexico area. Simultaneously, he also contributes to the Department of Astrogeology at USGS in Flagstaff, Arizona, a role he has held since 2015. His experience in these positions showcases his expertise in the field of computer science and his capacity to manage significant responsibilities across different organizations.
Previous Experience
Before his current roles, Tyler Wilson accumulated a wealth of experience in both academic and industry settings. He served as a Senior Software Developer at MEMSense, LLC from 2012 to 2014 in Rapid City, South Dakota. Prior to that, he had a brief stint as a Software Developer at Daktronics in Sturgis, South Dakota in 2008. He also spent four years (2007-2011) as a Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant at South Dakota State University and founded his own company, Zanshin3D, LLC, where he worked as a Web Developer from 2006 to 2010.
Educational Background
Tyler Wilson has an extensive and diverse academic background. He earned a Ph.D. in Computational Science and Statistics from South Dakota State University, studying from 2007 to 2011. He holds a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics from California State University-Fullerton (2002-2004), and a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he studied from 1991 to 1996. His diverse educational qualifications underpin his broad expertise in computational and statistical sciences.
Early Career
Tyler Wilson began his career as a Software Developer at Infinilink Corporation, where he worked from 1998 to 2000. This role marked the start of his journey into the software and computer science domains. His career transitioned into academia and entrepreneurship, which provided a solid foundation for his current roles in both industry and governmental research institutes.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
Outside his professional life, Tyler Wilson shows a keen interest in programming, math, hiking, libraries, historical fiction, and cooking. These hobbies reflect his multifaceted personality and provide a glimpse into the broad spectrum of his intellectual pursuits and leisure activities.