# Nicholas Catapano > Software Engineer at National Grid Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/nicholascatapano Languages: JavaScript, Python, Go, Java, C++ Frameworks: React, Node.js, Flask, Django Database: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB DevOps: AWS, Firebase, Docker, CI/CD I am a developer who loves exploring hardware and software. Most of my projects revolve around reverse engineering retro video games and developing tools for older hardware. I enjoy taking things apart, understanding how they work, and building better systems from what I learn. ## Work Experience ### Software Engineer @ National Grid Jan 2025 – Present | Brooklyn, New York, United States Developed and implemented multiple Python-based I/O frontends integrated with SQL databases, automating data processing and eliminating manual reporting across five teams. Designed and maintained complex Excel and PowerBI tools enhanced with VBA and Python automation, improving project tracking efficiency and reducing administrative workload for 120+ employees. Created detailed dashboards and reports for executive stakeholders to convert raw project data into visualizations to positively impact prioritization and resource allocation. ### Software Engineer Fellow @ Headstarter Jan 2024 – Present | New York, United States ### Technology Instructor @ Maspeth Town Hall, Inc. Jan 2023 – Jan 2025 | New York, New York, United States It has been an amazing journey of inspiration, learning, and developing a love of coding among a group of 150 students for me to begin my work as a technology instructor. With the help of immersive coding workshops offered by Black Rocket and Mouse, I had the honor of guiding these students. I was also committed to making sure that the learning process ran smoothly. I actively helped students set up their laptops, guided them through a variety of online resources, and resolved technical issues head-on. In addition to ensuring that every student had equal accessibility to the tools necessary for their academic path, this hands-on help cut downtime by 20%. The personalized help was what really made this experience unique. I made it my goal to meet the needs of every student. In addition to fostering a feeling of inclusivity, this greatly increased student engagement and proficiency in programming by 15%. ### Founder @ Genie AI Jan 2024 – Jan 2024 | New York, New York, United States ### Information Security Intern @ New Jersey Courts Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Trenton, New Jersey, United States As an intern in information security, I had the honor of collaborating closely with the IT department and managing to strengthen and secure several CentOS installations. This required working with specialists to thoughtfully develop and put together advanced security configurations, which led to a notable decrease in vulnerability exposure. I was crucial in ensuring that our cybersecurity architecture was followed in its entirety. This commitment not only fortified our defenses but also made a significant positive impact on our overall compliance numbers. By making sure that the integration process with the rest of the team ran well, I assisted in the deployment of antivirus and firewall systems. The outcome was a sharp rise in threat protection capabilities of 21%. As an information security analyst, working with the New Jersey Judiciary has been a crucial chapter in my career. It has allowed me to not only improve our cybersecurity infrastructure but also to promote a collaborative and proactive defensive culture. By working together, we were able to turn obstacles into opportunities and reinforce our dedication to protecting digital assets and maintaining the organization's resilience against changing cyberthreats. ### Store Team Member @ Pet Supplies Plus Jan 2020 – Jan 2023 | New York, New York, United States I've taken on the responsibility of unloading and stocking thousands of products, ensuring our shelves are well-stocked and our customers find what they need. My attention to detail extends to anticipating future needs by keeping track of items to be ordered. I provide the manager with an extensive list, making our refilling procedure more efficient and ensuring constant availability. In addition to overseeing our stock, I've taken on a vital responsibility for the well-being of the animals in our store. Maintaining cleanliness, following feeding schedules, and keeping an eye out for any health issues are all part of caring for them. I've contributed to making the environment safe and caring for the animals at our store by quickly reporting and resolving problems. I speak with more than fifty clients during a typical shift, responding to their questions, giving advice, and providing insightful knowledge about animal care. I had developed relationships with clients, making sure they always left with not just their purchases but also more information and self-assurance about taking care of their animals. ### Doorman / Porter @ The Aldyn Condominium Jan 2022 – Jan 2022 | New York, New York, United States I've embraced the role of greeting hundreds of residents with a warm smile, offering assistance with luggage, and setting the tone for a welcoming atmosphere. I was always committed to ensuring every resident feels welcomed. I've taken great care to ensure that our online mail system logs each and every package we receive. This careful attention to detail not only makes delivery easier, but it also guarantees that residents receive their packages with ease, which adds to the community's efficiency and organization. In addition to my front-facing responsibilities, I've taken pleasure in managing a variety of tasks to keep the building clean. This entails sweeping the hallways to maintain a neat and comfortable living space, emptying the garbage chute for tenants' convenience, and wiping the lobby twice a day to make a spotless first impression. ## Education ### Master's degree in Cybersecurity St. John's University ### Master's degree in Computer Science Sacred Heart University ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nick-cat --- Source: https://flows.cv/nicholascatapano JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/nicholascatapano/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-11