Austen Ruzicka

Austen Ruzicka is an experienced software developer with a background in C# programming and significant contributions to various organizations. At the USDA since October 2018, Austen addresses requests and bug fixes from scientists. Concurrently at Bates Group, Austen develops code for analyzing financial information and manages client databases while providing daily support. Prior experience includes working as a LANDIS-II C# developer at The Dynamic Ecosystems and Landscapes Lab and as a MECOP intern at FEI Company, focusing on software package optimization and quality assurance. Earlier roles in the retail industry and journalism reflect a diverse skill set. Austen holds a Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science from Portland State University and pursued other studies in psychology.