Zack Loveless

Software Engineer and System Administrator

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About Me

  • Software engineer focused on application development, infrastructure automation, and systems integration.
  • Proficient in C#, Python, and modern frameworks (.NET, React) for building applications and tools across the stack.
  • Experienced with Linux infrastructure, Ansible, Docker, and Proxmox, with a practical approach to deployment, troubleshooting, and system administration.

Experience

Drift Glass Ventures

Software Engineer 03.2024 - 09.2024
Tools: Python, React, React Toolkit, TypeScript, WebAssembly (pyodide)
  • Developed a financial modeling and analysis application in Python to support business planning and financial simulations.
  • Built the client-facing interface in React and TypeScript, including interactive visualizations for presenting model results.
  • Integrated the Python modeling engine with the web application using WebAssembly (Pyodide), supporting an end-to-end workflow from financial inputs through analysis and reporting.

Arizona Western College

Computer Lab Aide 08.2008 - 06.2023
Tools: Windows, Hardware Troubleshooting, Customer Support
  • Provided frontline technical support to students and faculty using public computer labs, helping users troubleshoot software, hardware, printing, account, and general computing issues.
  • Diagnosed and resolved a wide range of hardware and software problems, including replacing failed or damaged components in heavily used public workstations.
  • Assisted users with varying levels of technical experience, adapting explanations and troubleshooting approaches to help them complete coursework and other academic tasks.
  • Supported day-to-day lab operations, including equipment, supplies, workstation availability, and front-desk assistance.

Skills

Programming languages
pythonc#typescriptjavascriptphpbashsql
Frameworks & libraries
.netasp.net corereactreact toolkit
Infrastructure & automation
ansibledockerdocker composeproxmoxlinuxgit
Databases
mariadbmysqlsqlitepostgres
Operating systems
windowsdebianubuntu
Professional
stakeholder communicationclient supportteam collaborationproblem solving

Education

BASc, Public Administration

Northern Arizona University
2019 - 2021

AA, Political Science

Arizona Western College
2007 - 2019

Interests

  • Curiosity-Driven Development
  • Tabletop Gaming
  • Game Development Tinkering
  • Worldbuilding

    • Zack Loveless

    Software Engineer and System Administrator

    zack.loveless@live.com zloveless.com
    /in/zloveless
    zloveless

    Projects

    Totem Arts Infrastructure Deployment / System Administration

    2020 - Present

    Provide infrastructure and systems administration support for a distributed game development team. Built and maintain the automation used to provision Linux servers and deploy team services, using Ansible, Docker Compose, and virtualized infrastructure. Work with team members on operational requirements, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, and make improvements that keep services reliable without requiring constant manual maintenance.

    Ansible Collections

    2021 - Present

    A set of reusable Ansible roles developed to make bootstrapping and maintaining Linux servers easier across personal infrastructure. The project covers common server setup and maintenance tasks, as well as deploying containerized applications with Docker Compose. It has evolved over time as I’ve refined the roles, standardized their Ansible patterns, and consolidated them into a smaller, more maintainable collection.

    Atlantis IRC Library

    2013 - Present

    A long-running hobby project exploring IRC client development, socket programming, and multithreading. The library has evolved through numerous .NET versions over the years, including the transition from the legacy .NET Framework to modern .NET. The current version targets .NET 9.0, with a simpler and more capable API and support for modern IRC features, while retaining a lightweight and portable design.

    Financial Modeling and Analysis Tool

    2024

    Served as the primary engineer for a two-person software project, developing a financial modeling and analysis application from client requirements. Implemented the financial modeling engine in Python and built the reporting and visualization interface using React and TypeScript. Worked closely with the project owner to translate domain requirements into software while developing a practical understanding of double-entry accounting and financial planning.