Hi, I’m Umesh Sai Teja Poola
I’m a software developer passionate about building clean, scalable, and user-focused applications. I enjoy working across the stack and turning ideas into reliable, well-designed solutions. I care deeply about code quality, performance, and meaningful user experiences.
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Minor in Data Science & Applied AI
GPA: 3.60 · Dean’s List (3 years)
About Me
I’m a software developer with a strong foundation in computer science and a passion for building clean, scalable, and user-focused applications.
I enjoy working across the stack — from designing intuitive front-end experiences to developing reliable back-end systems — and turning ideas into well-structured, production-ready solutions.
I care deeply about code quality, performance, and continuous learning, and I’m always excited to take on meaningful technical challenges that help me grow as an engineer.
Achievements & Awards
Dean’s List (3 Years)
Recognized for consistent academic excellence at Iowa State University across multiple semesters.
Best Backend Developer & Project Manager
Awarded by faculty for leading backend development and project execution in a team-based academic project.
Academic Excellence Recognition
Honored by the Dean for outstanding academic performance and dedication to excellence.
Projects
Byteforce Crop Detection System
Award-winning machine learning application built for the Pi515 contest. The system detects crop health using trained CNN models and delivers predictions through a scalable web interface. Won 1st place and a $5,000 prize.
Autonomous Robotic Chess Player
A fully autonomous robotic chess system that perceives a physical chessboard, computes optimal moves using Stockfish, and executes them using an industrial robotic arm without human intervention.
Cyclone Connect
A real-time communication platform enabling seamless messaging using WebSockets. Built with a scalable backend and Android client for live interaction.
iPhone Store E-Commerce Platform
A full-stack e-commerce web application for purchasing iPhones, featuring product listings, backend APIs, and database integration.
Experience
IT Technician
Iowa State University – Engineering Technology Support • Ames, IA
October 2023 – December 2025
- Managed device and software inventory using MECM to support efficient maintenance tracking.
- Used Active Directory and ASW for network registration, image deployment, and campus-wide device management.
- Provided hardware and software troubleshooting support for faculty, classrooms, and computer labs.
- Assisted students with software issues during lab hours and ensured smooth lab operations.
Data Research Analyst Intern
Kingland Systems • Ames, IA
June 2023 – August 2023
- Performed large-scale data validation and cleansing to ensure legal and operational data integrity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate insights into dashboards and BI tools.
- Built visualizations and reports to support data-driven decision-making for stakeholders.
DIS Team Leader
Iowa State University – New Student Services • Ames, IA
August 2023
- Led and mentored 20 incoming students during university orientation.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver orientation events.
Web Developer – AI & ML Club
Iowa State University • Ames, IA
January 2024 – December 2025
- Developed and maintained the club’s website and web applications.
- Implemented dashboards and event management features to improve member engagement.
- Integrated AI-powered features to showcase machine learning models and research projects.
Skills
Languages
Frontend
Backend
ML / AI
Tools & Systems
Education
Iowa State University
August 2022 – December 2025Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Minor in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
GPA: 3.6 / 4.0
