Cristian Castro Oliva

About Cristian Castro Oliva

Hello, I\'m a CS junior at Cal Poly SLO, aiming to leverage tech for real-world impact. I am currently at a 3.9/4.0 GPA, and I\'ve also earned multiple associate degrees in fields like Computer Science, Physics, Math, and Economics. HonorsRecipient of Clovis Community College\'s President\'s Medal, an accolade for standout leadership, community involvement, and academics. Impactful ProjectsI\'m the developer of the SEP Schedule Builder, a groundbreaking tool for Clovis Community College. This project not only automates the creation of Student Educational Plans but also identifies degrees nearing completion. It has the potential to save significant time and resources while increasing degree earnings at graduation. Developed with CI/CD practices, rigorous test cases, and a multi-branch strategy, this tool exemplifies quality software development and real-world impact. Technical ProficiencyPython: Expertise in Flask for web routing and core logic. Utilized pandas for data analysis, particularly in class and degree requirement analytics. Integrated cloud services via boto3 and optimized session management using Redis.SQL: Specialized in PostgreSQL for robust data storage and management. Utilized SQLAlchemy for seamless Object-Relational Mapping, emphasizing strong data integrity through effective data modeling.JavaScript: Skilled in handling asynchronous operations through Promises, dynamic web content manipulation using DOM, and coding efficiency with modern ES6 features.Front-End & Design: Proficient in HTML5, CSS, and Bootstrap, delivering responsive and visually engaging user experiences.Cloud Computing: Successfully deployed and managed applications on cloud platforms like Heroku and AWS, focusing on high availability and optimal performance.Development Practices: Adopted a multi-branch development strategy, incorporating CI/CD pipelines and rigorous test cases to enhance software quality across development, testing, and production environments.🤝 Leadership & OutreachAs the VP of Finance in student government and a STEM tutor, I\'ve honed leadership and communication skills, giving back to the community and fostering an enriching learning environment. Career GoalsActively seeking internship opportunities in Software Engineering or Product Management roles. Connect or reach out if you\'ve got opportunities that match my skill set!

Experience

1. Software Engineer

   Squarespace

   Jul 2025 — Present · Manhattan, NY, US

Education

• Clovis Community College

  Associate's degree, Computer Science

• California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science