Forrest has over 12 years of experience as a systems architect, working in a broad range of commercial and technology research applications, across multiple aspects of a technical solution. Whether it be hardware, firmware, or software, Forrest has a deep understanding of the development and deployment pinch points, and applies mitigating approaches to guide his customers' projects.
Forrest joined Necara after a career working with several startups, research and software consulting companies. Working as everything from a systems administrator, in electrical and software engineering roles, to a research associate implementing complex guidance algorithms for defense application, he is an exceptionally diverse engineer and technologist. He leverages that expertise and experience especially well when issues arise; and can troubleshoot the most difficult of deployment issues.
Forrest regularly works with customers in a Technical Lead and Data/Software Systems Architect role. He adapts well into whatever role is required, and can easily integrate into existing, highly skilled development teams. He combines a deep technical expertise with the ability to foresee, and troubleshoot issues, applying mitigating strategies when possible. When projects struggle, Forrest is the person customers want in their corner to overcome issues, and get their projects back on track.
Derek joined Necara in Summer 2021 after college, and has repeatedly proven that he is an exceptional software engineer. Consistently producing high-quality source code, he continues to produce at levels far above his initial number of years of experience would indicate.
Derek has repeatedly demonstrated a high proficiency in C++, and has worked successfully in multiple other programming languages, including Java, Python, Javascript, PHP, and others. His technical breadth expands from front-end Web UIs, back-end Web services in multiple languages, data processing, and even Linux kernel drivers. His project depth includes multiple projects within the aerospace industry, primarily in satellite communications, as well as network timing appliances and airborne platforms.
Derek regularly works with customers in a supporting developer role, and integrates well into any development team. He shines in environments where quick problem solving is required, and initial learning curves are steep.
Nia joined Necara recently from the non-profit sector, where she worked on various Web UI platforms and applications. With a keen eye on stylistics, as well as an attention to detail on user experience, Nia brings a polished aesthetics view to our Web UI development services - and in connection, our customers' web platforms and dashboards.