Kitpp
A modular C++17 utility library for HPC. Features thread-safe logging, scope timers, throughput benchmarking, and resource tracking. Supports Meson & OpenMP.
C++17 OpenMP Makefile AVX Logging
Hey there 👋🏻
I’m Brad
High-performance computing researcher · C++ · Large-scale simulation & performance
I design and ship high-performance systems for HPC clusters, large-scale simulations, and backend services, with a focus on scalability, memory efficiency, and performance-critical software.
OpenMP / OpenMPI Spring Boot PostgreSQL Linux • Arch/RHEL/SUSE
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A reusable C++ utility library for real work.
- Built for clusters
- Zero fluff, just speed
- Batteries included (sane defaults)
About
Curiosity + throughput
I specialize in high-performance computing and systems engineering, working on large-scale simulations, distributed numerical workloads, and performance-critical backend services. My focus is on scalability, memory efficiency, and practical performance optimization.
I’ve optimized sparse matrix storage and memory layouts for scientific applications, built backend systems for real-world production use, and developed tooling to streamline research and engineering workflows. Beyond my core work, I apply the same analytical approach to swing trading and experimental game-tech projects.
Expertise
Turning ideas into performant systems
C++17 (OpenMP / MPI) High-Performance Computing (HPC) Sparse Linear Algebra Krylov Subspace Methods Large-Scale Simulation (MFEM) Distributed Systems Performance Engineering Java (Spring Boot) Linux (Arch, SUSE, RHEL, Debian) Docker & Containers
Work
Featured Projects
Portfolio Showcase
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CVE2DBMS
Java Spring Boot application that ingests CVE data and stores it in a relational DBMS for streamlined search, filtering, and analysis.
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HeatMPI
C++17 + MPI parallel 2D heat-equation solver comparing 1D row-wise vs 2D Cartesian decompositions. Demonstrates halo (ghost-cell) exchanges, multi-node runs, and timing/plotting for speedup.
C++17 OpenMPI Makefile Slurm
History
Experience
Experience
Work History
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Graduate Researcher — Tennessee Tech University
–- Designed and implemented C++ software to model and analyze complex systems, focusing on correctness, performance, and maintainability.
- Built reusable simulation and analysis tools, evaluating alternative implementations and tradeoffs to solve technical problems.
- Debugged and optimized performance-critical code by identifying bottlenecks and improving memory usage.
- Conducted literature review and comparative analysis to inform design decisions and validate implementation approaches.
- Documented designs and results, and presented project summaries to technical audiences.
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Game Developer — Code Club AB (Wurm Online)
–- Improved reliability and performance of production Java applications through debugging and refactoring.
- Collaborated with distributed team members to deliver and finalize features, incorporating feedback through multiple development iterations.
- Documented design decisions and implementation details to support maintainability and team collaboration.
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SDET Intern — Securonix
–- Developed automated tests that reduced system initialization time by 50%, demonstrating measurable efficiency gains from disciplined engineering analysis.
- Authored `search-pdf-regex` (public NPM) to validate PDF content by user role.
- Worked closely with product and engineering teams to ensure system correctness, reliability, and traceability.
Academic
Education
Education
Academic Background
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PhD, High Performance Computing (in progress)
Tennessee Tech University — Research on scalable simulation workflows.
- Hands-on: MFEM, Krylov subspace, OpenMP/OpenMPI, Slurm scripting.
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M.S. Computer Science Completed (2022)
Tennessee Tech University — Research in Risk Management and Vulnerability Analysis.
- Hands-on: Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, SQL
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B.S. Mechatronics Engineering Technology Completed (2020)
Tennessee Tech University — Minors: Business, Computer Science
- Hands-on: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CNC, Plant Management, Lean Manufacturing, PLC Programming
Scholar
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Research
Publications, Patents & Profiles
Publications
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Patents
- Systems and methods for cyber risk assessment for computing systems
USPTO US12418557B2, 2025
Inventors: Bradley Northern, Denis Ulybyshev, Trey Burks, Marlana Hatcher, Michael Rogers
Profiles
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