About

Andrew Newell is a Large Scale Backend Developer with over 8 years of experience in designing and implementing practical large-scale backend solutions. He is currently working as a Software Developer at Tesla, where he is responsible for developing and maintaining backend infrastructure. Andrew's experience at Facebook as a Technical Lead has provided him with invaluable knowledge in managing backend infrastructure at a large scale. He has run large ML services, designed new routing algorithms, and currently works on intelligent service placement. Andrew's passion lies in solving complex problems at the intersection of Computer Science and Mathematics. He enjoys and excels at working on challenging projects that require a deep understanding of both fields. Andrew's educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Science from Purdue University and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics and Computer Science from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. Andrew's technical skills include Backend development, Software Engineering, Senior Software Engineering, ML, and infra. He is a Research Scientist and has worked as a Research Intern at Microsoft. Andrew is always looking to make the greatest impact through his knowledge and experience working with backend systems. He is a team player with excellent communication skills and enjoys collaborating with others to achieve common goals. Overall, Andrew Newell is a highly skilled and experienced Large Scale Backend Developer with a passion for solving complex problems at the intersection of Computer Science and Mathematics. He is always looking for new challenges and opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the industry.