Hamse Ahmed

About Me

I am a University of Washington graduate in Computer Science with a passion for developing software that drives efficiency and innovation. With experience in both industry roles and internships, I blend technical expertise with creative problem-solving. I also bring leadership skills from my nonprofit work, aiming to make a meaningful impact on community and technology.

Experience

General Motors – Software Engineer

Milford, MI | July 2024 – Current

Led cross-functional collaboration between operations and cloud monitoring teams to integrate Test Beds System and Lab Engineering Work Request tracking into a unified cross-lab strategy.
Developed and implemented real-time monitoring dashboards using cloud monitoring platforms and REST APIs, automating data visualization, resource tracking, and reporting.
Increased resource allocation efficiency by 25% and eliminated manual reporting errors through automation and enhanced system integration.
Designed and developed a responsive web application to streamline EV/ICE vehicle test scheduling using Python, Flask, and REST APIs, following SDLC best practices.
Reduced scheduling conflicts by 35% and improved team efficiency by optimizing workflows and integrating automated conflict detection features.

Liberty Mutual – Software Engineering Intern

Seattle, WA | June 2023 – August 2023

Enhanced user search capabilities and simplified console interaction, resulting in improved user-friendliness and reduced errors.
Participated in Agile development processes including stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
Contributed to continuous improvement of team practices and developed efficient, maintainable software following best coding standards.
Gained hands-on experience in front-end coding with responsive design in an agile environment.

Code Day Labs – Software Engineering Intern

Seattle, WA | July 2021 – August 2021

Developed a web app to assist individuals in planning trips by integrating weather data via REST APIs, using React.
Collaborated with a three-person development team to meet all project requirements.

Projects

Software Engineering Studio (C#) – University of Washington, Bothell
• Developed proficiency in test-driven development, code reviews, and CI/CD pipeline usage.
• Gained hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, Git repository management, commits, and merging.
• Demonstrated understanding of software engineering principles through a reflective work portfolio and presentations.

DFSS Black Belt Project: CTS Site Availability and Capability Matrix Website
• Developed a user-friendly site for the Schedule team to simplify daily tasks like checking site availability and accessing regulations, enhancing productivity and user experience.

Certifications

Leading with Emotional Intelligence by Christopher Connors (Completed: February 2025)
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (Currently in progress)
Practical Creativity for Everyone (Completed: Dec 02, 2021)