I’m Sathya Tadinada.
My journey in computer science started all the way back in middle school, when I first interacted with computers and realized their potential and usefulness as a vessel for creativity and problem-solving, along with providing a personal platform to solve any problems I came across in my day-to-day life. As such, I was very intrigued by the realm of software development as a professional parallel to my personal interests.
In high school and college, I was introduced to the world of theoretical computer science (including the mathematical underpinnings of computation), which further solidified my interest in the field. I was particularly fascinated by the idea of using computers to solve complex problems and create new technologies that could leave a positive impact on the world. As a result, I’ve been very interested in pursuing any opportunities that allow me to study mathematics and theoretical computer science - along with the practical applications of these fields in software development.
Experience
Software Engineering Intern: Select Portfolio Servicing
May 2025 – Present · Salt Lake City, UT
- Converted SAS code to SQL and Python for the Advance Continuation Model (ACM), replicating a full backward elimination regression model.
- Debugged and improved a real-time LLM-powered Call Summarization tool used in the company’s call center.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant: Kahlert School of Computing
Aug 2024 – Present · Salt Lake City, UT
- Graded exams and assignments in automata theory, Turing machines, and formal languages, offering detailed feedback to enhance understanding.
- Led weekly review sessions for 100+ students, resulting in a 15% increase in exam performance.
Tech Track Mentor: Ken Garff Esports (Success in Education)
Jul 2024 – Aug 2024 · West Valley City, UT
- Taught students foundational cybersecurity and software development using the GameMaker engine, culminating in two completed projects.
- Delivered four technology career seminars, boosting summer camp engagement by 25% and inspiring long-term interest in tech pathways.
Undergraduate Research Assistant: Human-Centered Computing Lab
Feb 2023 – Aug 2023 · Salt Lake City, UT
- Resolved code inconsistencies and improved code clarity by 25%, accelerating project delivery timelines.
- Synthesized qualitative data into eight actionable instructional recommendations, improving student code quality metrics by 10%.
Education
University of Utah
Honors B.S. Computer Science · B.S. Applied Mathematics · Minor in Psychology
Expected Graduation: May 2026
GPA & Honors
GPA: 3.98 · Dean’s List
Relevant Coursework
Data Structures & Algorithms, Software Practice I–II, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Models of Computation, Computer Systems, Number Theory
Notable Projects
- Built a spreadsheet app with C# + MAUI using the MVC pattern.
- Developed a C# chat application using HTTPS/TCP.
- Implemented a multiplayer snake game (networking & sockets).
- Wrote a fully functional custom malloc in C.
Proficient Technologies
Certifications
- MTA: Introduction to Programming Using Java (Microsoft)
Fun Facts
- I compose music and play badminton in my free time.
- I enjoy watching TV shows and movies.
- I love traveling!
