Alexander Kemos

Hi, I’m Alexander Kemos

CS graduate passionate about building reliable software, systems, and tools that solve real problems in code, automation, and infrastructure.

About

Crafting polished, dependable software

Turning ideas into dependable software, I enjoy solving problems that make systems smoother and people’s work easier. I build clear, secure, and maintainable software from backend logic to automated deployment, focusing on stability and clarity. As a recent CS graduate, I’m eager to learn, grow, and explore opportunities across development, DevOps, and systems-focused roles.

What drives me

Curiosity, precision, and continuous improvement. I thrive in teams that build things right, explain why they work, and keep learning together.

What I’m exploring

New challenges across software, systems, and hardware, coding, automation, infrastructure, and optimization. As a recent CS graduate, I enjoy learning how technology fits end to end while collaborating to improve it.

Projects

Selected work

A mix of creative and engineering ideas, from automation pipelines and data systems to interactive games and simulations. These placeholders reflect my curiosity, precision, and drive to build reliably, with real projects in development.

Skills

Tools I reach for

A blend of modern frameworks, solid fundamentals, and collaborative practices that drive growth and consistent delivery.

Languages

  • Python
  • C++
  • Java
  • SQL
  • HTML & CSS (basic)
  • Bash/Shell

Frameworks & Tools

  • Git/GitHub · VSCode · Eclipse
  • Docker · Terraform · GitHub Actions
  • AWS (EC2, S3, IAM, CloudTrail, GuardDuty)
  • Linux · Windows
  • Security Scanning (Trivy, Bandit) · Active Directory (basic) · Zoom/Teams

Core Strengths

  • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
  • Algorithms, Recursion & Debugging
  • Data Structures & Optimization
  • Testing & Documentation
  • CI/CD & DevOps Fundamentals
  • Operating System Management (Linux/Windows)
  • Networking (VPN, DNS, LAN/Wi-Fi setup)
  • Automation & Scripting
Experience

Highlights from the journey

Roles that shaped my craft, strengthening engineering instincts, communication, and product intuition.

2019 - present

Software Developer

Portfolio Projects

  • Recent CS grad. Built CI/CD with Python, Terraform, Docker, and AWS, secured with Bandit and Trivy, tested with pytest
  • Delivered a PHP and MySQL app with normalized schema and triggers
  • Built a classic Snake game in Python and a Java tennis match simulator with momentum based scoring
  • Completed 40 plus OOP and algorithm assignments in C++, Java, and Python
2020 - present

IT Support and Systems Lab

Self directed

  • Configured Windows and Linux installs, imaging, drivers, and troubleshooting
  • Basic networking with home routers and VPN clients, plus printer and file sharing
  • Wrote small Bash and Python scripts for health checks and log collection
  • Built and tuned custom PCs and repaired a Samsung monitor power board
2025 - present

Fine Dining Server

Riley's

  • Awarded Up and Coming Star 2025 for most named five star reviews among more than fifteen new hires
  • Excelled in high pressure service and built real meaningful guest connections
May 2023 - Feb 2025

FOH Manager

Robba Da Matti

  • Managed floor operations and staffing and ensured POS and network uptime
  • Upsell program increased product sales 25 to 35 percent
  • Managed transparent tip outs, evaluated new hires, and resolved escalations
Aug 2021 - Apr 2023

Server

Robba Da Matti

  • Top sales driven by clear persuasive communication
  • Handled two to four thousand dollars in orders per shift with consistent five star feedback
  • Built repeat guest relationships and maintained accuracy under pressure
Contact

Let’s collaborate

I’m always excited to chat about new opportunities, open-source projects, or creative builds. Drop a message and let’s make something meaningful together.