I'm Bruce K. Gillespie, a seasoned software engineer with a broad skill set and extensive management experience. I enjoy solving complex technical problems, delivering robust software, and guiding cross-functional teams to success across the full development lifecycle.\n\nOver my career, I've built and led projects across startups and large organizations, from automated testing pipelines and cloud deployments to data pipelines and networked systems. I thrive on mentoring, continuous learning, and turning ideas into reliable, scalable solutions.

Bruce K. Gillespie

I'm Bruce K. Gillespie, a seasoned software engineer with a broad skill set and extensive management experience. I enjoy solving complex technical problems, delivering robust software, and guiding cross-functional teams to success across the full development lifecycle.\n\nOver my career, I've built and led projects across startups and large organizations, from automated testing pipelines and cloud deployments to data pipelines and networked systems. I thrive on mentoring, continuous learning, and turning ideas into reliable, scalable solutions.

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I’m Bruce K. Gillespie, a seasoned software engineer with a broad skill set and extensive management experience. I enjoy solving complex technical problems, delivering robust software, and guiding cross-functional teams to success across the full development lifecycle.\n\nOver my career, I’ve built and led projects across startups and large organizations, from automated testing pipelines and cloud deployments to data pipelines and networked systems. I thrive on mentoring, continuous learning, and turning ideas into reliable, scalable solutions.

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Work Experience

Teacher, part-time at Latitude Learning Resources
October 1, 2025 - Present
Part-time physics teacher focusing on observing and experimenting, helping students discover foundational concepts in science and math. Taught Understanding Science and Math, AI Techniques, and History and Science Through Simulations and Games to engage learners and develop critical thinking skills.
Manager/Instructor at LEVEL UP LEARNING NH
January 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Managing STEM after-school and summer camp programs; directing staff, coaching students, classroom management, and delivering customized instruction beyond the standard curriculum.
Contract Software Engineer and QA Manager at Settletop Inc.
October 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Defined automated testing of the SBOM Vendor Management product. QA Manager and development gatekeeper, AWS admin of Dev and QA resources. Scrum master and QA management, working with remote staff and offshore contractor. Coordinated work across teams.
Senior Developer at Tessco
October 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Designed and implemented processing of SNMP MIB data for network management. Produced build, test, and deployment scripts for the Observer project.
Contract Software Engineer at Berkshire Grey
June 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022
Designed components to track KPIs for automated distribution/warehouse system. Defined specifications and created documentation for data pipeline flow.
Senior Developer / QA / DevOps at Cigent Technology
January 1, 2019 - March 1, 2021
Developed API service for product management console. Produced test plans and tests for management console, API service, and D3E product. Defined CI/CD workflows in-house and cloud services for development to production.
Senior Developer / Technical Advisor at 1Ticket/DTI Management
November 1, 2013 - December 1, 2018
Designed and developed new system solutions delivering services to ticket brokering businesses. Within first six weeks, placed major new broker service into production. Provided and directed 24/7 support of operations from development through critical real-time solutions to customers and operational issues.
Senior Professional Services Engineer / Instructor – Consulting Services at Coverity
November 1, 2012 - October 1, 2013
Installed and customized Coverity Connect and Static Analysis tools at customer sites. Integrated with customer source control, build and issue tracking SDLC components. Analyzed results and advised customer staff and management.
Application Development Analyst – Store Systems Group at Burlington Coat Factory
February 1, 2010 - November 1, 2012
Enhanced Returns Authorization product to reduce theft and losses due to fraudulent returns; integrated third-party customer tracking. Led enhancement and customization of legacy devices – scanners and label printers. Developed new web-based applications for wireless scanners used in shipping/receiving, inventory control, registry kiosks, and ad-hoc projects. Migrated source control for legacy systems from SCCS to Mercurial; led training sessions on Java, Mercurial, and Python.
Senior Developer at Retail Expert / Tyco International
July 1, 2006 - December 1, 2009
Designed and developed Returns Authorization product. Produced end-to-end proof of concept prototype to win contract with initial customer. Supported customer’s technical staff and management to integrate with custom POS. Provided direction, test matrix, and assistance to customer’s QA group.

Education

at Worcester Polytechnic Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
at Northeastern University
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026

Qualifications

Patent 6,269,391: Multiprocessor Scheduling Kernel
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet