Thomas Dexter
509-290-3321
t.dextrous@gmail.com
College Station, TX
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my strong interest in the Electronics Firmware Development Engineer position at Lynntech.
My name is Thomas Dexter, and I recently graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor's of Science in
Electrical Engineering. I am eager to bring my skills and experiences to Lynntech and contribute to your team.
I have gained valuable practical experience through multiple internships, focusing on FPGA development,
microcontroller programming, and firmware development. Currently, I am working as a Hardware Engineer Intern
at Optiver, where I am involved in developing custom FPGA solutions for high-frequency trading systems. I was
responsible for implementing a PCB sensor monitoring system in VHDL and writing companion firmware in C.
Currently, I am in the process of designing a market data information parser in VHDL to extract application layer
protocols from raw Ethernet frames. These projects have strengthened my technical abilities and problem-solving
skills.
Prior to Optiver, I worked as an Engineering Intern at Troverlo, where I took on the challenge of developing a proofof-concept embedded system to scan and report open WiFi access points. My role involved programming the ESP32
MCU in C to scan for open WiFi access points and transmit data to a cloud endpoint through various network
connections, including WiFi, Ethernet, and LTE-M. This project was a fantastic opportunity for me to take
ownership of a project and improve my embedded systems troubleshooting skills.
Additionally, I had the privilege of working as an RTL Intern at Astranis, a startup in the geostationary internet
satellite industry. My responsibilities included developing custom RTL for software-defined radios, requiring
proficiency in SystemVerilog and C/C++ programming. The role also involved close collaboration with other teams,
especially those in communications and digital signal processing, further enhancing my ability to work effectively in
cross-functional environments.
In the fall of 2023, I will be returning to Texas A&M University to pursue a Master's of Science in Electrical
Engineering. As such, I am seeking a part-time position (20-25 hours per week) that aligns with my academic
commitments and allows me to continue my professional growth while contributing to Lynntech's success.
I firmly believe that my combination of educational background and industry experience makes me uniquely
qualified for this role. I am enthusiastic about the prospect of joining Lynntech and getting the opportunity to work
with an interdisciplinary group of talented engineers. The possibility of contributing to Lynntech's projects excites
me, and I am eager to hear about your availabilities for part-time work.
Thank you for considering my application. I have attached my resume for your review. I look forward to the chance
to discuss how my skills and experiences align with Lynntech's requirements.
Sincerely,
Thomas Dexter