# William Baron > Software Engineering at Venstar Location: San Jose, California, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/williambaron Experienced Full Stack Web Developer possessing 8 years of diverse industry exposure to different areas of computer science and software engineering including software development, cybersecurity, networks, automation,IAAS architecture, and ad-tech. Committed to utilizing my knowledge to deliver innovative solutions and continuously advancing my skills and expertise. ## Work Experience ### Software Engineer @ Venstar Inc. Jan 2023 – Present | Los Angeles Metropolitan Area ### Software Engineer @ Emodo Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | San Francisco, California, United States - Contributed to the improvement of existing applications by designing and implementing scalable and robust features using front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, along with back-end technologies like Spring MVC and Hibernate. - SQL Database Experience: Proficient in managing and querying databases such as PostgreSQL, with experience in creating custom reports based on data analysis and insights. - Strong understanding of microservices architecture and implementing RESTful APIs. - Worked on multiple projects in the Ad Tech industry, including the Demand Side Platform (DSP) application. - Thorough understanding of the advertising ecosystem, including RTB and programmatic advertising. ### Software Engineer @ Cisco Jan 2018 – Jan 2021 | San Francisco Bay Area - Software Engineering, Development - Security Business Group - Improved error handling on upgrade process for NGFW application, including enhancing logic and error handling in bash, perl and python scripts. - Implemented Telemetry feature that allowed to track upgrade history in a centralized cloud system - Created backend solution for GUI display of upgrade status using json files and file sync between application and manager. - Debug existing problems in upgrades looking at log files and monitoring processes to find root cause and provided a solution to ensure stability. ### Software Engineering @ Cisco Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 | San Jose, California Created and implemented solutions to speed the integration of scripts further integrating internal CI/CD software with third-party IAAS software. Manage a multi-site IaaS environment to ensure that CI/CD runs across sites. Develop Automation to manage the underlying infrastructure that supports regression testbeds and feature test efforts. Manage support for new topology requirements and updates needed for future release integration. Develop new features working with the third-party vendor in order to bring more functionality to the existing package. ### Software Engineer @ Cisco Jan 2015 – Jan 2018 | San Jose, California Adapted an IAAS system using a third party application to accelerate CI/CD. Complemented IAAS solution with python automation to recreate standardized testbeds to move from static to dynamic testbeds used in regression runs ### Software Engineer @ Cisco Jan 2014 – Jan 2015 | San Jose, California Utilized CI/CD tools to provide stable and effective automation for Sanity and Regression Testing Leveraged PyATS framework for Command Line Interface, REST API automation. Developed Python libraries and utilities that others on team could then utilize to accelerate their development ### IT Assistant @ UC Davis Jan 2013 – Jan 2014 - Provide assistance to research staff regarding the use computers and software needed to perform their job in a regular basis. - Use Windows PowerShell to write scripts that helps us automate maintenance task such as signaling the expiration of users and automatic installation of printers according to location. ### Software Engineer Intern @ DMG / Mori Seiki USA Jan 2013 – Jan 2013 · Created a simulation view for the post processor feature in their Manufacturing Suite software using C++ in Visual Studio, BCG Tool bar pro for GUI, and OSG toolkit for the graphics that control the simulation of the operation's tool paths. The project replaced a static view used in previous version of the program. It is part of latest update for the current version. · Debugged and tested a command line version of a code conversion tool. The program uses XML files that define the characteristics of a machine, and using templates, changes a high level code into a specific machine understanding low level code. ### IT Manager @ Hinson Clutch Components Jan 2004 – Jan 2011 · Met with partners and office staff to map current processes and determine needs. · Supported mainframe to PC connectivity and data transfer, enabling users to employ desktop software to analyze data. · Implemented firm’s first-ever disaster recovery plan to ensure minimal productivity loss. · Administered enterprise network. Supported fiber optic backbone, Novell-based LAN (1 file servers, 15 PCs, and 5 shared printers), mini-computers. · Customized the artwork for different company needs including letterhead, business cards, promotional apparel, and pamphlets. · Created the system for laser engraving the finished product, and implemented new practices of creating positional jigs for future products. · Maintained a laser machine keeping it ready for daily operations as well as fixing mechanical issues when needed. · Designed 3-D Models for new products using Solidworks software and had experience with the manufacturing of clutch systems in CNC machines like Mori Seiki. ## Education ### Master of Science - MS in Computer Software Engineering San José State University ### Certification in Machine Learning with Apache Spark Cisco Learning and Development ### Certificate in Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals with Python Cisco Learning and Development ### Certificate in Selenium Bootcamp with Python Cisco Learning and Development ### r00tcamp Security Testing Bootcamp Cisco Learning and Development ### Cisco Security Ninja - Green Belt Cisco Learning and Development ### Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science University of California, Davis ### Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Mathematics Mt. San Antonio College ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/william-m-baron --- Source: https://flows.cv/williambaron JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/williambaron/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-10