Scott Davis

Educator, Computer Engineer and Scientist, and aspiring Computational Biologist with a passion for teaching and learning.

Contact Information

scott@ScottsSecondAct.com

Digital Portfolio

Skills

Core Technical Competencies

  • Programming Languages: C, C++, C#, Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript
  • Software Engineering: Object-Oriented Design (OOD), Software Architecture (Microservices, SOA), Unit Testing (xUnit), API Development (RESTful, GraphQL, gRPC)
  • Embedded Systems & Hardware: FPGA Design, Embedded Systems Design and Programming, Microprocessor Architecture, Debugging Tools & Techniques, Test Equipment Operation
  • Network Protocols & Digital Media: TCP/IP, UDP, SNMP, RTP, RTMP, M2TS, SRT, SDI (3G/4K/8K), Digital Video Standards

Web and Cloud Technologies

  • Front-End Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, AngularJS, VueJS, ReactJS, NextJS
  • Back-End Development: Node.js, Express, .NET Core
  • Databases & Storage: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis
  • Cloud Platforms & DevOps: AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD (Jenkins, TeamCity), Git

Development Methodologies

  • Agile Software Development (Scrum, Kanban)
  • Project and Team Management
  • Issue Tracking (Jira)

Academic and Educational Experience

  • University-Level Teaching in Computer Science and Engineering
  • Student Mentoring and Academic Advising

Scholarly Communication and Outreach

  • Technical Writing and Documentation
  • Public Speaking and Lecturing
  • Educational Video Production and Editing
  • Community Engagement through Digital Media and Outreach Events

Professional and Interpersonal Skills

  • Strategic and Critical Thinking
  • Research Planning and Execution
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration and Team Leadership
  • Mentorship and Coaching
  • Adaptability and Change Management
  • Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Influencing Without Authority

Experience

Lecturer in Computer Science and Computer Engineering
CSU, Sacramento | 2025 - Present

As a Lecturer at CSU, Sacramento, I have the privilege of teaching core Computer Science and Computer Engineering courses, preparing engaging course material, and mentoring students to foster their growth and success in the field. I strived to create a supportive and enriching learning environment for my students, encouraging them to reach their full potential.

Adjunct Professor of Computer Science
Sierra College, Rocklin, CA | 2024 - Present

As an Adjunct Professor at Sierra College in Rocklin, California, I have the privilege of teaching core Computer Science courses, preparing engaging course material, mentoring and counseling students, and supervising Honors Contracts. I strive to create a supportive and enriching learning environment for my students, encouraging their growth and success in Computer Science.

Principal Engineer
TechniQuest Associates, Inc., Grass Valley, CA | 2002 to Present

  • Responsible for the overall business, including customer acquisition, contracts, profit and loss, and managing a team of engineers and support staff
  • Developed complex digital hardware, FPGAs, software, and firmware for various Broadcast Video and Digital Cinema Industry clients
  • Architected a variety of hardware products
  • Created the Hardware for a Master Control Switcher and a Downstream Keyer for clients
  • Developed a prototype of a large LCD display using an array of smaller LCD displays for a University client
  • Interfaced with a Security Testing Service to certify portions of a Digital Cinema product for a client
  • Created embedded software for a variety of clients' products
  • Programmed in C, C++, Java, and various assembly languages
  • Designed Xilinx (AMD) and Altera (Intel) based FPGAs using Verilog and ModelSim

Staff Engineer/Technical Lead
Telestream LLC, Nevada City, CA | 2015 - 2023

  • Hired, developed, and led a diverse and talented team of software engineers creating the Live Capture product – the company's highest-grossing ($4M annually) new product
  • Facilitated a growth and learning culture by staying updated with new programming languages, frameworks, and technologies and sharing insights with the team. Encouraged the team to look at new technologies, tools, and methods
  • Championed agile methodologies to ensure on-time delivery of software releases and features
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with Management, Marketing, Product Management, Operations, QA, ATS, Customer Support, Technical Publications, and adjacent product development groups
  • Leveraged strong technical skills to develop RESTful and GraphQL APIs, IP Video/Audio ingest and origination, and third-party board interfaces using C++ and C#/.Net
  • Architected new systems, subsystems, and features

Volunteer Instructor
Gold Country Computer Learning Center, Grass Valley, CA | 2015

Taught diverse classes of students in the use of tablets and personal computers

System Software Engineer V
Hewlett-Packard Enterprise, Roseville, CA | 2011 - 2015

  • Adapted the Uniform Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) reference code for HPE’s x86 Integrity Superdome-X mission-critical modular bladed server
  • Debugged and corrected the existing redundancy subsystem for HPE’s Itanium-powered Integrity Server

Education

  • Master’s Degree, Computer Science with Distinction
    California State University, Chico.
  • Bachelor’s Degree, Electronic and Computer Engineering
    California State University, Chico
  • Mathematics Minor
    California State University, Chico
  • Associate Degree, Physical Science
    Butte College, CA

Professional Organizations

  • Member of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers
  • Member of the Upsilon Pi Epsilon Computer Science Honor Society
  • Past Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.
  • Past Member of the IEEE Computer Society.
  • Past Member of the Association of Computing Machinery

Veteran

  • United States Navy
    • Submarine Service
    • Petty Officer Second Class, Quartermaster
    • Performed Ship’s Navigation

Mentorship

  • Mentored High School Students, College Students, Interns, and Junior Engineers.

Community Involvement

  • 49er Breakfast Rotary Club of Nevada City
    • Treasurer
    • Member of the International Avenue of Service committee
    • Member of the Vocational Avenue of Service committee
    • Paul Harris Fellow
    • Past Member of the Community Avenue of Service committee
  • Early Risers Toastmasters Club of Nevada City
    • Competent Communicator
    • Past Vice President of Membership
    • Past Vice President of Education