# Brad Schwagler

> Software Engineer

Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/bradschwagler

I've had the pleasure of creating and crafting software from the drawing board to the market. I'm skilled in managing data under challenging conditions and have a keen focus on Linux, Python and C++.

I'm genuinely excited about exploring opportunities in meaningful areas like medical, health or sustainable energy. With my background in embedded systems as well as complex web based software, I'm ready to bring my broad expertise to projects that make a positive impact.

## Work Experience
### Staff Software Engineer @ ONI
Jan 2025 – Present

### Software Engineering Contractor @ ONI
Jan 2024 – Jan 2025

### Software Engineering Contractor @ AMPEX Data Systems Corporation
Jan 2019 – Jan 2024 | Hayward, California, United States

### Senior Software Engineer @ AMPEX Data Systems Corporation
Jan 2010 – Jan 2019 | Hayward, California, United States
Lead Software Developer | TuffServ Audio/Video Recorders

I developed software for video recorders in rugged airborne environments, responsible for end-to-end development of C++ applications and device drivers, ensuring seamless integration with in-house and vendor video hardware. I configured Linux services and maintained Redhat, as well as ARM embedded Linux installations.

I take pride in strong customer support and collaborating closely with in-house manufacturing, QA, and Business Development teams.

Tech Skills:
C++, Linux Configuration, Device Drivers, HD-SDI/SD Video, RAW video and metadata (KLV, etc), H.264 Codec, MPEG2 Transport Stream, Transcoding, , Network Streaming, Web GUI, ARM SoC/DSP Embedded Linux, Python test, Qt/QML prototyping

### Independent Business Owner | E-commerce Software @ Resellers Best Friend
Jan 2015 – Jan 2023 | San Francisco, California, United States
I created SaaS e-commerce software for Amazon sellers which automates order fulfillment.  It's processed over $3M in sales and hundreds of thousands of orders.

The seller’s listing prices and inventory levels are managed based on market availability and margins.  Order return processing, tracking information and customer service is seamlessly integrated.

Graphs for sales metrics and market insights give a high level view of the state of the seller's store.

Integrated multiple APIs for data mining of inventory, including both online sources and distribution warehouses.

Solution stack: Python, Flask, PostgreSQL, sqlalchemy, socketIO
Hosted on AWS, Selenium grid automation, docker, celery

### Systems Engineer @ Lockheed Martin
Jan 2007 – Jan 2009 | Binghamton, New York, United States
Principle Investigator: Information Security R&D
I prototyped and integrated flight ready hardware for a F22 demonstration aircraft which enabled downgrading classified data to unclassified air traffic control  (MILS, VxWorks)
Managed a Secret Classified lab with NSA Type-1 devices.

Technical Lead:  Human Factors R&D
Developed UX prototype with integrated moving map API product (C++/VxWorks)

Software R&D
Designed and implemented embedded UHF SATCOM control software using MIL-­STD­-1553, RS­232/485, C/C++ DDS/CORBA middleware.

### Software Intern @ Universal Instruments Corporation
Jan 2006 – Jan 2006 | Binghamton, New York, United States
Created a test application for a part placing module, interfacing CAN bus drivers with C/C#.
I reproduced and fixed an obscure mutex deadlock in the spindle-head firmware.

### Research Assistant @ NYSCEDII
Jan 2001 – Jan 2005 | SUNY Buffalo
Developed a realistic driving simulator from the ground up.  It was used by therapists for drivers with PTSD in recent automobile accidents .

Included 3D stereoscopic glasses and 6 degree-of-freedom motion base integration.
I modeled an urban environment in 3D Studio Max with automatic generation of roadways.
C/C++ SGI OpenGL Performer. On-demand traffic events, weather, daytime, etc.

### Software Intern @ General Physics Corporation
Jan 2004 – Jan 2004 | Buffalo, NY
I created an anti-piracy software solution for international markets.

I obfuscated the application and created an ASP registration page with encrypted communication and a local SQL customer database for license keys.


## Education
### MS in Electrical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology

### BS in Computer Engineering
University at Buffalo


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/brad-schwagler-7813965

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Last updated: 2026-04-01