# Amanda Burger > Software Engineer at Wells Fargo | Assistant Vice President (Infrastructure) | Computer Science Masters Student @ Georgia Tech Location: New York, New York, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/amandaburger I’m a software engineer passionate about building scalable, reliable applications that solve complex problems through clean design and thoughtful engineering. An expert in Java and Python, I specialize in developing full-stack and event-driven systems, with strong experience in DevOps and infrastructure—particularly in automation using Ansible, container orchestration with OpenShift, and observability with Splunk to ensure performance, security, and reliability. I grew up in Japan and am now based in New York City, where I’m continuing to grow my career in software engineering and automation technologies while pursuing a Master’s in Computer Science with a focus on Artificial Intelligence. Alongside my professional work, I’ve built a strong foundation in app development, web development, algorithms, and data-driven projects through both academic study and personal exploration. This fuels my passion for using technology to solve complex problems and drive innovation. ## Work Experience ### Software Engineer (Assistant Vice President) @ Wells Fargo Jan 2025 – Present | New York, New York, United States Designs and engineers a full stack (IaC) web application from the ground up using Java, Spring Boot, React, Postman, and MongoDB—enabling internal teams across Wells Fargo to manage infrastructure, deployments, and compliance workflows through a unified platform. Develops scalable, event-driven backend services leveraging Kafka for system communication and OpenShift (OCP) for container orchestration, integrating SonarQube and other tools to enforce code quality and security. Builds automation workflows using Ansible, writing in YAML and PowerShell to support dynamic infrastructure provisioning and deployment orchestration—executed via the core Java application. Implements software-driven solutions for desired-state configuration, vulnerability detection, and patch management, ensuring system compliance and reducing operational overhead through intelligent automation. Enhances platform observability and reliability by leveraging Splunk to monitor application health, performance, and deployments—accelerating release cycles and improving incident response ### Associate Engineer (Software Enablement Services) @ Wells Fargo Jan 2023 – Jan 2025 | New York City Metropolitan Area Developed automation scripts using Linux, Bash, PowerShell, Ansible, and YAML to install, update, and uninstall software/patches. This automation ensures all Wells Fargo employees have access to up-to-date, bug-free software without manual installation, streamlining operations and enhancing productivity. Built a Python-based automation app to streamline server installation data filtering. This improves efficiency by replacing manual Excel processing for tracking machines impacted by OS releases and software patches. Actively engaged with Women in Technology, participating in events with Girls Who Code, Grace Hopper,and internal initiatives to support and empower women technologists. ### Microsoft Cloud and Digital Associate (Product Innovation) @ PwC Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | New York City Metropolitan Area Designed AWS cloud architecture diagrams and data integration pipelines for a client project. Also, served as Product Owner, leading meetings, tracking progress via JIRA, and delivering status updates. Joined the Generative AI Team, training employees on Azure OpenAI, GPT, and Copilot, enhancing internal AI expertise and adoption. ### Computer Science 320 Peer Mentor/TA @ University of Wisconsin-Madison Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 Performed teaching assistant tasks including mentoring, teaching, and helping students problem-solve Provided feedback and assistance to 300+ students in office hours, helping them debug, and conceptualize projects, assignments, and programming issues ### Member @ Girls Who Code Jan 2019 – Jan 2022 | Madison, Wisconsin, United States Member of Girls Who Code at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Participate in workshops with companies and students growing connections and interview skills Compare projects and knowledge with other students. Compete in hackathons with other colleges. ### Data and Technology Intern (Cyber, Risk, and Regulatory) @ PwC Jan 2022 – Jan 2022 | New York, New York, United States -Worked on projects providing risk mitigation and regulation assurance for various PwC financial clients using technology and data solutions. Migrated client’s SAS and Kubernetes code to regular Python with internal international development team. Used various project management and technology tools such as Teams, JIRA, Azure DevOps, Git, Jupyter, Anaconda, Pandas, BigQuery/GCP and Visual Studio Code. ### Software/Data Engineering Intern @ DICK'S Sporting Goods Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, United States Developed a Data Engineering Portal web app which enabled business partners to edit and access cloud data in GCP rather than using manual excel sheets through email. Utilized GCP, React, TypeScript, Javascript, Node.JS, Bootstrap, HTML, CSS, various API’s with Postman. Created a dashboard in GCP that retrieves, visualizes and stores various environmental indicators for DSG’s internal CSR team so that they can better track and analyze their progress towards sustainability goals Joined the data engineering team learning cloud deployment/function development in Azure and GCP ### Sisterhood Support @ Chi Omega Nu Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Madison, Wisconsin, United States ### Active Member @ Chi Omega Nu Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Madison Wi ### Seasonal Research Intern @ MissionCleanWater Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Scotch Plains, New Jersey, United States Coordinated with founder researching grant and sponsorship programs to help plan for upcoming events. Assisted planning and funding for environmental outreach projects within the local community and nationally. ### Fraud Agent @ TD Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 Analyzed data to ensure customer security in non-fraud claims and account disputes. Developed skills in cyber-security and customer service working to minimize loss for the bank and customer. Communicated with customers to help solve their banking security issues. ### Cashier @ Superfresh Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | New Jersey Worked as a cashier helping customers at checkout and with pricing. ### VEX Robotics Mentor @ VEX Robotics Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Tokyo, Japan ## Education ### Master of Science - MS in Computer Science Georgia Institute of Technology ### Bachelor of Science - BS in Computer Science University of Wisconsin-Madison ### Bachelor's degree in Data Science University of Wisconsin-Madison ### High School Diploma in STEM The American School in Japan ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/amanda-burger-5636b7199 --- Source: https://flows.cv/amandaburger JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/amandaburger/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-05