Sean McAuliffe

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Last updated: June 8, 2025 at 06:23 PM PDT (GMT-7)

Sean McAuliffe

Software Developer

Vancouver, B.C.
E-mail: [email protected]
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/seantristanmcauliffe
GitHub: github.com/snmca

Profile


Software developer with a focus on embedded systems and 3 years of experience designing real-time firmware for mission-critical applications Proficient in C, C++, Python, and FreeRTOS. Skilled in debugging and performance optimization using tools like OpenOCD/JTAG and oscilloscopes. Well-versed in full software development process in an agile environment - from requirements gathering to design, review, building, testing and deployment. Finds fulfillment in working alongside others to solve complex technical challenges.

Technical Skills


Education


Bachelor of Software Engineering

University of Victoria — Victoria, B.C.

Sep. 2019 – Apr. 2023

Received degree specialization in Data Mining and Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning. Topics courses included: embedded systems, networking, and programming language design.

President, Satellite Design Club

UVic Satellite Design Club — Victoria, B.C.

Sep. 2021 – Dec. 2021

Lead a team of 15 undergraduate students during the mission analysis and spacecraft requirements design phase of the club’s entry into the Canadian Satellite Design Challenge. Developed high level systems design of power, link bandwidth, volume, and weight budgets. Lead team building and club marketing activities.

Professional Experience


Embedded Software Developer

Zaber Technologies — Vancouver, B.C.

Jun. 2023 – Present

Spacecraft Communications Engineer, Co-op

Centre for Aerospace Research — Victoria, B.C.

May. 2021 – Dec. 2021

Applications Engineer, Co-op

Microchip Technology Inc — Burnaby, B.C.

Sep. 2020 – Dec. 2020

Mechanical Engineer, Co-op

General Dynamics Mission Systems — Calgary, AB

Jan. 2019 – Apr. 2019

References


Available upon request.