Problem Solving
I look for practical paths through complex technical problems.
Alex Winger
Software Engineer
I build practical software solutions and help teams turn complex ideas into reliable products.
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5+
Years
Experience
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Java / JavaFX
Primary Stack
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4+
Years
Leading Teams
- Java
- JavaFX
- GitLab
- Agile
About Me
From individual contributor to hands-on leader, I stay close to the problems worth solving.
I've grown from building software features directly to helping guide teams through larger technical challenges. That experience has shaped how I approach engineering, with a focus on understanding the people using the software and making implementation choices that hold up over time.
I enjoy roles where I can contribute technically while also helping others move with clarity and confidence. Whether I am deep in the code or guiding a project forward, I try to keep the work grounded in practical and maintainable solutions.
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Collaboration
I help teams stay aligned so the work moves forward with fewer surprises.
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Hands-On Leadership
I stay involved in the work while supporting the people building it.
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Adaptability
I adjust quickly when priorities shift or new constraints appear.
Experience
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Work Experience
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Software Engineering Manager
CIMON
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- Managed developers on the design tool and runtime projects, as well as UI/UX designers.
- Optimized development processes using Agile methodologies with a focus on Scrum and Kanban.
- Was the main point of contact between developers in the Henderson, NV and Seoul, South Korea offices.
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Sr. Software Engineer
CIMON
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- Took over leadership of the design tool project due to deep software expertise and strong technical skills.
- Developed and executed project plans, schedules, and roadmaps that aligned with company objectives.
- Helped grow and strengthen the engineering team through hiring, onboarding, and mentoring junior developers.
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Software Engineer
CIMON
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- Developed a robust, user-friendly HMI design tool using JavaFX.
- Contributed to project schema planning and created and reviewed JSON schema merge requests.
- Collaborated with other software engineers, UI/UX designers and QA engineers.
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Robotics Instructor
STEM Center USA
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- Taught robotics and programming courses for middle and high school students, including Java, electronics, Unity, CAD, and 3D printing.
- Served as lead coach for multiple VEX EDR (VRC) and LEGO Mindstorms (FLL) teams.
- Assisted in curriculum development and training of new instructors.
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Education
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Master of Science, Computer Science
University of Southern California
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Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
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Projects
Selected projects and technical work
These projects reflect my interest in building software that connects code with real-world systems, including autonomous vehicles and applied computer vision.
Featured Project
UAS Obstacle Avoidance using Stereoscopic Vision
Developed an obstacle avoidance system for a multicopter using stereoscopic camera input. The project focused on helping the aircraft identify nearby obstacles and respond with safer flight behavior.
Published Work
This project was published in the 2018 International Conference on Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
What I Built
- Wrote a C++ program to capture images from a ZED stereoscopic camera.
- Used OpenCV to process image data for obstacle detection.
- Tested the system on a DJI 900 Hexacopter with a Jetson TX1 onboard computer.
My Role
- Computer vision development
- Research and prototyping
- Embedded/onboard testing
Technologies
- C++
- OpenCV
- ZED Stereoscopic Camera
- Jetson TX1
- UAV Systems
Cal Poly Autonomous Touring Experience
Led a small team in the development of software for an autonomous campus touring vehicle. I focused on gathering stereoscopic camera input while also coordinating work across sensor integration and path planning.
What I Built
- Worked closely with faculty and project leads to plan out requirements and deadlines for the project.
- Led a team of 2 other computer science students, each focused on different aspects of the project.
- Utilized C++, ROS, and a Bumblebee BB2 stereoscopic camera to develop an obstacle avoidance program.
My Role
- CS Team Lead
- Computer vision development
- Research and prototyping
Technologies
- C++
- ROS
- Linux
- Bumblebee BB2 Stereoscopic Camera
- UGV Systems
Race On: Self-Driving Car Competition
Built a small autonomous RC car for a self-driving competition, using camera input and onboard processing to keep the vehicle on track during each run.
What I Built
- Built a small RC car with a Raspberry Pi 3 and Raspberry Pi Camera Module mounted on onboard.
- Wrote Python scripts so the car could autonomously drive around a track while staying within the edges of the track.
- Finished with the 5th fastest lap out of 42 teams in the first year of the competition.
My Role
- Python development
- Research and prototyping
Technologies
- Python
- Raspberry Pi 3
- Raspberry Pi Camera
Contact Me
Let's Build Something Together
I'm always excited to work on meaningful projects, solve interesting problems, and collaborate with thoughtful people.
Feel free to reach out!
Available for new opportunities