Devontae Reid
Embedded systems.
Full-stack web.
Both.
Software engineer working in embedded systems by day, building web applications by choice. I read extensively, write occasionally, and believe the gospel of Christ is worth your attention.
About Me
I am a Software Engineer currently working in embedded systems. I started in iOS development and eventually grew to enjoy web development — both front-end and back-end. Who would have known that user interfaces would be a love/hate relationship? There's a constant battle between finding inspiration and enjoying the final product.
While trying to discover inspiration for web design, I often spend my time building RESTful APIs. I'm proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, C/C++, and Python, and I work primarily in ReactJS and VueJS.
In my free time, I enjoy building interesting projects and experimenting with new technologies. Lately, I've been working on various Node.js APIs that integrate with browser extensions.
When I'm not programming, you'll find me reading my Bible or spending time with family. The Bible has given me so much wisdom in life and has taught me deeply about the grace of God. My personal library has grown to over 100 books. Some of my favorite study resources include:
Desiring God
John Piper's ministry
Grace To You
John MacArthur's teaching
Truth For Life
Alistair Begg's ministry
What's here
Work, writing,
and a few
other things.
Projects
Embedded firmware, browser extensions, web APIs, and whatever I'm currently building.
View Projects →Get in Touch
Working on something interesting? Open to conversations about work and collaboration.
devontae.reid@gmail.com →My Journey
A timeline of my professional experience and educational background
Professional Experience
Raytheon Technologies
Senior Software Engineer
USA
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and system architects, to ensure seamless integration.
- Oversee technical design, strategy, and architectural decisions to ensure scalable, maintainable solutions that align with business goals.
- Mentor junior developers by conducting technical onboarding, training, and performance reviews.
Software Engineer 2
USA
- Customized Linux kernels and developed device drivers for new hardware platforms. Utilized Buildroot and Yocto Project to build custom Linux distributions tailored for specific embedded systems, enhancing system performance and compatibility.
- Designed and integrated reliable socket-based communication solutions (TCP/UDP) in the C language, optimizing real-time data transmission and enhancing system reliability to meet customer needs.
- Implemented continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) processes using Git, Jenkins, and Coverity.
Software Engineer 1
USA
- Maintained code for radar systems, ensuring stable and efficient performance in real-time environments.
- Maintained and updated technical documentation for software features and processes.
- Developed automation scripts using Python, Perl, and Batch files to streamline the build process and parse large datasets.
Education
B.S. in Computer Science
@ California State University, Fullerton
California
- Relevant coursework: Algorithms, Web Development, Databases.
The Most Important QuestionYou'll Ever Consider
Life's Ultimate Question
If you were to die today, do you know for sure that you would go to heaven?
The Divine Inquiry
Suppose you were to stand before God and He asked, “Why should I let you into My heaven?” — What would you say?
These aren't easy questions. But they are life-changing. The Bible offers a clear answer, and it's not about being “good enough.”
The good news of the Gospel is a gift — not something we earn.
Right now
What I'm up to
Reading
Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus: A Devout Muslim Encounters Christianity
by Nabeel Qureshi
Nabeel Qureshi describes his dramatic journey from Islam to Christianity in this expanded edition with new bonus content and reflections.