Timmy Loos
Computer Science & Economics Student
University of Florida
About Me
I am a passionate Computer Science and Economics double-major at the University of Florida. My academic journey combines technical expertise with economic analysis, allowing me to approach problems from both technical and business perspectives.
I am constantly seeking opportunities to apply my knowledge in real-world scenarios and contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference.
Education
University of Florida
B.S. in Computer Science & B.A. in Economics
Aug 2023 - May 2027
Relevant Coursework: Data Structures & Algorithms, Discrete Structures, Programming 1&2
Awards: Dean's List, AI Fundamentals and Applications Certificate
Societies: ColorStack, ACM, SHPE, GatorAI
Miami Dade College
Associate of Arts - AA
Aug 2021 - May 2023
Program: Dual Enrollment via School for Advanced Studies
School for Advanced Studies
High School Diploma
Aug 2019 - Jun 2023
Completed high school diploma while simultaneously earning an Associate of Arts degree through dual enrollment with Miami Dade College
Honors & Awards:
- AP Scholar Award
- Bright Futures Florida Academic Scholarship (FAS)
- Outstanding Calculus Student Award
Skills
Technical Skills
Soft & Professional Skills
Experience
Software Engineer Intern
May 2025 - PresentCity of Coral Gables - Innovation & Technology Department
Coral Gables, FL (On-site)
- Spearheading development efforts on smart city initiatives at the GIS IoT Lab
- Engineering solutions to advance the city's technology infrastructure and data systems
- Collaborating cross-functionally with civic tech teams to deliver innovative digital services
Tech Developer Intern
June 2025 - PresentSponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO)
Remote
- Selected for a competitive virtual program among top underrepresented CS talent
- Engaged in weekly 1:1 mentorship with senior engineers to refine technical and career readiness
- Completing intensive training in Data Structures, Algorithms, and system design
- Building production-quality portfolio projects to prepare for top-tier tech interviews
Private Math Tutor
May 2024 - PresentSelf-Employed
Remote
- Delivered personalized tutoring in Calculus and Algebra to high school students
- Designed tailored lesson plans and tracked student progress to boost academic performance
Service Lane Assistant
Oct 2023 - May 2024Jenkins Kia of Gainesville
Gainesville, FL
- Streamlined vehicle intake using CDK Global's cloud platform, improving workflow efficiency by 30%
- Reduced manual entry errors by 25% through process optimization
- Assisted customers with service intake and data processing
Assistant Manager
Nov 2022 - Aug 2023Poki Bowl Kendall
Miami, FL
- Managed staff and POS operations, reducing checkout time by 15%
- Analyzed sales trends to optimize staffing and improve service speed
- Led employee training sessions to ensure consistent operations
Event Staff
Mar 2023 - Apr 2023Miami Open & Hard Rock Stadium
Miami Gardens, FL
- Coordinated with teams to maintain crowd flow and logistics at large-scale events
- Operated under tight timelines in high-volume, dynamic environments
Customer Service Associate
Jun 2022 - Nov 2022Taco Bell
Miami, FL
- Processed customer orders and ensured service quality in a fast-paced environment
- Worked collaboratively with kitchen and front-line teams to maintain speed and satisfaction
Projects
Minesweeper
A feature-rich implementation of the classic Minesweeper game using C++ and SFML. Includes a graphical user interface, leaderboard system, game state management, and debugging tools. Features recursive tile clearing, mine flagging, and persistent high score tracking.
MLTrader
A machine learning-driven algorithmic trading system that leverages FinBERT sentiment analysis and Lumibot for backtesting and live trading. Features include customizable backtesting periods, efficient memory management, and smart API handling for Alpaca's trading platform.
Sudoku
An interactive Sudoku game built with Python and Pygame featuring multiple difficulty levels, dual input methods (click and keyboard), and real-time validation. Includes a user-friendly interface with reset/restart functionality and win/loss detection.
Resume
Contact
Feel free to reach out to me for opportunities or collaborations.