About Me
Get to know more about my background, education, and professional journey.
Orion Powers
Computer Science Student & Software Engineer
Biography
I am Orion Powers, a dedicated Computer Science student at the Florida Institute of Technology, on track to graduate in December 2026. My academic journey is complemented by hands-on professional experience in software engineering and machine learning.
My professional background includes roles as a Software Engineer Intern at Modus Operandi, Hyperformant, and T Holdings. At Modus Operandi, I play a key role in designing and developing the user interface for a Department of Defense fighter pilot training management system. At Hyperformant, I was instrumental in building a fully functional SaaS platform and revamping the company's marketing website. At T Holdings, I implemented machine learning models that doubled efficiency in data documentation and accounting processes.
I'm passionate about leveraging technology to solve real-world problems and continuously expanding my knowledge in the rapidly evolving field of computer science. My diverse skill set spans from front-end development to machine learning implementation, allowing me to contribute effectively to various aspects of software projects.
My Journey
Software Engineer Intern
Modus Operandi | October 2024 - Present
Played a key role in the design and development of the user interface for the POMML Platform, a Department of Defense fighter pilot training management system, developing Angular components and interactive dashboards.
Software Engineer Intern
Hyperformant | May 2024 - Oct 2024
Engineered and deployed a SaaS platform by customizing and integrating a CMSaaS Starter Kit, set up RESTful APIs, configured authentication, and ensured seamless data flow between frontend and backend systems.
Software Engineer Intern
T Holdings | Dec 2022 - Jun 2023
Developed and implemented machine learning models using Azure Machine Learning, Java, TypeScript, and Excel to process and document invoices, achieving a twofold increase in data documentation and accounting efficiency.
Computer Science Student
Florida Institute of Technology | 2022 - 2026 (Expected)
Pursuing a degree in Computer Science with a focus on software development and machine learning.
Organizational Involvement
IEEE-Computer Society🔗
Founder & Vice President
Founded and led the IEEE Computer Society chapter at Florida Tech, organizing workshops, hackathons, and networking events for computer science students.
FITSEC🔗
Member
Active member of Florida Tech's elite cybersecurity team, participating in competitions and security research projects.
Pi Kappa Alpha🔗
Member
Contributing to leadership and community initiatives through active participation in the fraternity's activities and service projects.