# Simon Altamirano

> Computer Engineer | Cyber Security Certified

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/simonaltamirano

My name is Simon Daniel Altamirano and I am currently attending San Jose State University, pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering. I spend a lot of time at the laboratories and library improving my skills as a Computer Engineer with peers whom have the same objective.

My greatest strength is being open to new methods to solving problems and working with my peers in order to obtain the solutions. At school, I always attempt to organize a group of people for each course so we may study as a group. We all present problems and solve them together. I also include students who we personally know.

My passion has always been in discovering how a computer functions and what is involved. My specific interest lies on the hardware aspect of a computer.I am an open-minded individual to new ideas and methods and am always willing to learn new things.

## Work Experience
### Software Engineer @ XP Power
Jan 2022 – Present | San Jose, California, United States
- Designed and developed modular Python automation frameworks, streamlining validation and - production testing across multiple hardware projects.
- Built user-friendly Python GUI applications to simplify production workflows, including device configuration, bootloading, operator tracking, and automated reporting.
- Developed automated test suites and reporting tools to validate hardware and firmware under tight deadlines, ensuring reliable and on-time product delivery.
- Performed hands-on hardware validation, including adding test points, soldering, and signal probing to support firmware debugging and automated testing.
- Integrated communication interfaces (EtherCAT, UART) to expand system capabilities and improve test coverage.
- Contributed to embedded firmware development in C (STM32, PIC32, TI Sitara), implementing communication protocols, safety features, and peripheral drivers.
- Mentored and trained engineers in automation frameworks, lab setup, and driver development, improving team efficiency and onboarding.

### FW Test Engineer Intern @ XP Power
Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Sunnyvale, California, United States
- Wrote Python automation scripts to control lab instruments and collect calibration data for power supply testing.
- Created a Python driver for APC PDUs that automated per-bench AC power control, making lab operations more efficient.
- Built equipment drivers and an automation framework to integrate diverse instruments into test workflows, with support for both modern LAN connections and legacy RS232/GPIB.
- Produced documentation and UML diagrams that standardized Python library usage and made it easier for other engineers to adopt the tools.

### STEM Coach @ Cabrillo College STEM
Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Aptos, California, United States
- Maintain contact with participants through regular on-campus meetings, email, texting, and phone calls
- Model and assist students in navigating college, including time management and prioritizing
- Notify participants of upcoming deadlines and opportunities, such as financial aid, enrollment deadlines, and extracurricular activities
- Refer participants to campus services such as counseling and financial aid advising
- Required to complete monthly online training sessions and weekly check-ins with the STEM Project Specialist to provide us with tools and resources such as information on how to refer students to appropriate campus services such as counseling and financial aid advising or how to create SMART goals

### EOPS Mentor @ Cabrillo College Extended Opportunity Program and Services
Jan 2016 – Jan 2018 | Aptos, California, United States
- Consistent interaction with 3 to 6 students per semester
- Meet with mentees for a minimum of three times a week
- Assist and guide students' who have been put in probation
- Attend and actively participate in All mentor training
- Be responsive to all work-related communication in a  timely manner (within 48 business hours)
- Provide skills that will support students in and out of the classroom: such as navigating the Cabrillo College website, extracurricular activities, time management, goal setting


## Education
### Bachelor of Engineering - BE in Computer Engineering
San José State University

### Associate of Science - AS in Engineering
Cabrillo College

### Associate of Science - AS in Mathematics
Cabrillo College

### Associate of Science - AS in Computer Science
Cabrillo College

### Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Cabrillo College


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/simon-altamirano-888aa319a

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Last updated: 2026-04-11