I’m a veteran-turned-software engineer and educator who builds interactive simulations and data-driven applications that help both robotics teams and students learn faster. Over the past 3+ years at Amazon Robotics, I’ve: Designed & deployed RESTful APIs with AWS CDK and CI/CD pipelines (CodePipeline, CodeBuild) to ingest robot telemetry into our data lake. Refactored Lambda functions to process robotics data, boosting reliability and reducing processing errors by 25%. Built React/TypeScript dashboards for internal stakeholders, surfacing real-time fleet metrics and cutting incident response times in half. In parallel, I teach mathematics, statistics, and computer science at Miami Dade College, NSU, and The Jewish Leadership Academy, where I: Develop hands-on VPython 3D simulations and interactive games—used by hundreds of students—to demystify physics and data concepts. Architected a Python/LaTeX “Canvas Quiz Generator” MVP that automates professional-quality test creation, slashing manual authoring time by over 60%. I hold a Master’s in Operations Research & Statistics and I’m finishing another in Computer Science/Software Engineering. I’m now exploring PhD research in Data Science/AI—always with an eye toward building the next generation of learning tools.

Jose Mondragon

I’m a veteran-turned-software engineer and educator who builds interactive simulations and data-driven applications that help both robotics teams and students learn faster. Over the past 3+ years at Amazon Robotics, I’ve: Designed & deployed RESTful APIs with AWS CDK and CI/CD pipelines (CodePipeline, CodeBuild) to ingest robot telemetry into our data lake. Refactored Lambda functions to process robotics data, boosting reliability and reducing processing errors by 25%. Built React/TypeScript dashboards for internal stakeholders, surfacing real-time fleet metrics and cutting incident response times in half. In parallel, I teach mathematics, statistics, and computer science at Miami Dade College, NSU, and The Jewish Leadership Academy, where I: Develop hands-on VPython 3D simulations and interactive games—used by hundreds of students—to demystify physics and data concepts. Architected a Python/LaTeX “Canvas Quiz Generator” MVP that automates professional-quality test creation, slashing manual authoring time by over 60%. I hold a Master’s in Operations Research & Statistics and I’m finishing another in Computer Science/Software Engineering. I’m now exploring PhD research in Data Science/AI—always with an eye toward building the next generation of learning tools.

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I’m a veteran-turned-software engineer and educator who builds interactive simulations and data-driven applications that help both robotics teams and students learn faster.

Over the past 3+ years at Amazon Robotics, I’ve:

Designed & deployed RESTful APIs with AWS CDK and CI/CD pipelines (CodePipeline, CodeBuild) to ingest robot telemetry into our data lake.

Refactored Lambda functions to process robotics data, boosting reliability and reducing processing errors by 25%.

Built React/TypeScript dashboards for internal stakeholders, surfacing real-time fleet metrics and cutting incident response times in half.

In parallel, I teach mathematics, statistics, and computer science at Miami Dade College, NSU, and The Jewish Leadership Academy, where I:

Develop hands-on VPython 3D simulations and interactive games—used by hundreds of students—to demystify physics and data concepts.

Architected a Python/LaTeX “Canvas Quiz Generator” MVP that automates professional-quality test creation, slashing manual authoring time by over 60%.

I hold a Master’s in Operations Research & Statistics and I’m finishing another in Computer Science/Software Engineering. I’m now exploring PhD research in Data Science/AI—always with an eye toward building the next generation of learning tools.

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Language

English
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Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Software Developer Engineer - Amazon Global Robotics at Amazon Global Robotics
June 30, 2025 - July 10, 2025
Designed, developed, and maintained complex interactive web applications using JavaScript, HTML5, and Canvas to enhance user engagement and functionality. Created mathematical models for optimization and simulation of robotic systems and workflows, improving operational efficiency and accuracy. Developed dynamic visualizations representing complex data relationships through intuitive interfaces, facilitating better decision-making. Built reusable code libraries and components to increase future development efficiency. Practiced test-driven development and continuous integration in an agile environment for high-quality software delivery and rapid iteration. Collaborated closely with UX designers and product managers to deliver intuitive user experiences, enhancing satisfaction and usability. Utilized data processing and visualization libraries such as D3.js to represent complex systems and improve data comprehension.
Math & Statistics Professor at Miami Dade College & Nova Southeastern University
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed and implemented interactive digital learning materials for university-level mathematics courses to improve student engagement and understanding. Created visual demonstrations of mathematical and statistical concepts using web technologies. Evaluated digital learning tools and simulations for effectiveness in student comprehension. Provided insights on user experience from an educational perspective, identifying opportunities for enhanced learning outcomes.
Math Instructor at Florida Atlantic University
January 31, 2021 - July 10, 2025
Developed interactive learning materials focused on quantitative reasoning and statistical analysis. Created visual representations of mathematical concepts to enhance student understanding. Applied real-world scenarios to abstract mathematical principles to better engage diverse learners. Analyzed student learning patterns to optimize instructional approaches.
IT Director at Boca Prep International School
December 31, 2020 - July 10, 2025
Managed educational technology infrastructure for K-12 students. Evaluated and implemented educational software solutions across STEM subjects. Collaborated with teachers to integrate technology into classroom instruction. Oversaw technology budgeting and strategic planning for educational software acquisition. Provided technical support and training for educational applications and simulations.
Statistics, Math, and Physics Professor at Multiple Universities, Colombia
December 31, 2012 - July 10, 2025
Taught diverse academic disciplines, tailoring mathematical and physics content to various fields. Developed custom learning materials and interactive demonstrations for complex topics. Created detailed visual models of electromagnetic phenomena and statistical concepts to enhance student comprehension. Applied statistical analysis techniques to real-world interdisciplinary problems.

Education

PhD at Loyola University, Spain
January 1, 2028 - December 31, 2028
Master of Science at Merrimack College, MA
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Master of Science at Technological University of Pereira (UTP), Colombia
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Bachelor of Science at Technological University of Pereira (UTP), Colombia
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006

Qualifications

Applied Data Science Program
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Amazon Approved Training Program (Java, Web Development, AWS, Python)
July 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022
AWS Cloud Practitioner & Data Lake Creation
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025
Cypress, React, and advanced JavaScript training
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics