Devin Alsup

Software Engineer & Entrepreneur

(615) 603-9043
Jacksonville, FL

Education

University of Central Florida

Expected May 2026

Bachelors of Science in Computer Engineering, GPA: 3.23

Emphasis: Intelligent Systems and Machine Learning

App Academy

December 2024

Full-Stack Web Development Bootcamp

Accepted into selective program (<3% acceptance rate), completed 1000+ hours of training with daily pair-programming

Mastered Skills:

  • Programming: JavaScript, Python, SQL, Git/GitHub
  • Web Development: React, Redux, HTML, CSS
  • Back-End: Flask, Express.js, ORMs, Node.js, Docker, AWS
  • Computer Science: Algorithms, Data Structures, OOP, Testing Frameworks

Valencia College

December 2024

Associate of Arts Degree, GPA: 3.57

Emphasis: Engineering and Mathematics

Awards & Honors

University of Central Florida Honors Computer Science

Valencia College Dean's List

Employee of the Year - Premium Auto Exchange

Related Experience

Alsup Innovations

May 2023 - Present

Founder

  • Delivered specialized IT and software solutions, specializing in network management, cybersecurity, and cloud services, notably reducing small business telecom and IT-related vendor costs by approximately 30%
  • Applied over a decade of automotive industry expertise to design customized technology solutions specifically tailored to niche business needs
  • Focused on operational efficiency, innovative problem-solving, and exceptional client relationships

DealerTek

November 2023 - August 2024

Principal Software Engineer

  • Provided strategic technical guidance, prototyping a CRM solution that reduced initial customer lead response time from over an hour to 2 minutes
  • Tackled complex integration challenges with industry-standard tools such as Dealertrack and CDK, navigating various API technologies including SOAP and REST

Additional Professional Experience

Ultimate Motor Cars

January 2021 - September 2024

Chief Innovation Officer

  • Spearheaded a major digital overhaul, including a comprehensive website redesign and custom software implementation, enhancing dealership efficiency and customer satisfaction
  • Led substantial facility upgrades and expansions, introducing advanced service facilities and a modernized employee training center
  • Pioneered the dealership's shift toward digital retailing, ensuring robust operational continuity during pandemic-related disruptions
  • Oversaw comprehensive inventory acquisition processes and technology infrastructure improvements, directly supporting streamlined dealership operations

Tom Bush Family of Dealerships

April 2019 - December 2020

Service Advisor

  • Directed a team of 5-6 technicians, achieving top monthly revenue by translating complex customer concerns into actionable service solutions
  • Navigated high-pressure sales interactions, building customer trust through composed, solution-focused communication

Key Buick GMC Hyundai

May 2017 - April 2019

Service Advisor

  • Serviced 30+ customers daily during Hyundai's national recall crisis, delivering top service scores and turning high-pressure situations into loyalty-building experiences through clear, solution-focused communication
  • Converted crisis situations into loyalty-building opportunities, providing reliable solutions under high pressure

Premium Auto Exchange

May 2014 - May 2017

Used Car Manager

  • Instrumental in dealership expansion, increasing monthly sales volume from 40 cars to over 400 cars per month and launching a second dealership location
  • Streamlined and enhanced inventory preparation processes, optimizing efficiency amid staffing and resource constraints
  • Progressed from entry-level Photographer/Graphic Designer to Used Car Manager, acquiring extensive cross-functional dealership experience and operational insight

Relevant Coursework

Object-Oriented Programming (Java)

Honors Computer Science (C & Java)

C Programming

Engineering Analysis & Computation

Discrete Structures

Skills

Programming

JavaScriptTypeScriptCSQLHTMLCSSPythonBashRustJava

Libraries/Frameworks

ReactNode.jsBunHonoTailwind CSSViteFlaskSQL AlchemyExpressNext.jsSequelizeGraphQL

Tools/Platforms

GitGithubNeovimAWSPostmanVercelRenderDockerFigma