# Maria Fernanda Palacios

> Engineering Technology Student @ SJSU | Security & Systems Enthusiast

Location: San Jose, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/mariafernandapalacios

Hi! I’m an engineering technology student at San José State University passionate about understanding how the technology that shapes our world works under the hood. Although these last three summers I have been focused in software engineering, I’ve concurrently developed a strong foundation in computer networks through my majors coursework. It was through the combination of these two experiences that I discovered a deep interest in understanding how systems operate and more importantly, how they’re secured and protected. As I approach graduation in Spring 2026, my next goal is to pursue a career in cybersecurity, where I can apply both my software experience and network knowledge to safeguard the evolving technologies that connect us.

## Work Experience
### Java/ Android Software Intern @ San Jose State University
Jan 2023 – Present
Developing and refactoring open-source code aimed at bringing internet services to disconnected areas worldwide by leveraging Android mobile phones for data transport. Thus far, I've helped my team by creating command line applications, handling deprecation of API classes, and carefully refactoring redundant code to improve our products scalability!

### SWE Track Fellow @ Management Leadership for Tomorrow
Jan 2024 – Present

### Full Stack Engineering Intern @ Salesforce
Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | San Francisco Bay Area
Out of over +2,400 candidates, I was privileged to be among the select 60 chosen, a testament to my dedication to excellence and passion for innovation. 

Notable achievements: 
Developed and delivered four web applications, showcasing my proficiency in a wide array of technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, APIs, Node/Express, React, PostgreSQL, and Heroku. 

Prioritized web accessibility and user data privacy in all projects, ensuring that our applications were inclusive and compliant with the highest standards of data protection. This commitment to ethical software development underscored my dedication to delivering solutions that prioritize user welfare and security. 

Actively participated in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and insights to my peers, while also leveraging their expertise to enhance my own skills and knowledge.

### Crew Member @ Jamba
Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 | Mountain View, California, United States

### SERIO Student Scholar @ Stanford University
Jan 2023 – Jan 2023

### Information Technology Summer Intern @ Bullis Charter School
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021

### Outreach Team @ Los Altos Hacks
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021

### Sponsorship Team @ Los Altos Hacks
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021

### Marketing Intern @ Mountain View Chamber of Commerce
Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | Mountain View, California, United States


## Education
### Engineering Technology
San José State University

### Los Altos High School


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/maria-fernanda-palacios

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Last updated: 2026-04-11