Benedict Macalalad

Downers Grove, IL 60515 | 630-808-3128 | macalaladb@dupage.edu

01/15/2023

George Callahan
Hiring Manager
Google
654 Kedzie Street, Chicago, IL 60555

Dear George Callahan

My name is Benedict Macalalad, I am a computer science major in software development. I
received my Associates of Applied Science degree from College of DuPage and my Bachelors in
Computer Science from Lewis University.

I confidently express my interest in your posting on Glassdoor for software developer in security.
I have been involved in numerous large-scale software releases and understand the importance of
time management and open communication.

Over the course of the year while working with Grainger, I have done research, design and apply
advanced security techniques. I also designed and engineered cloud security and infrastructure.
As well as developed advanced security and cryptographic systems.

I truly believe in continued education and research and continue to seek new advancement and
methods to assist with security development. I hope to bring my knowledge, and future
knowledge to your organization.

Attached is a copy of my resume that further explains my background and skills. I can be
reached anytime via my email, macalaladb@dupage.edu. Thank you for your time and
consideration. I look forward to speaking with you more about this opportunity.

Sincerely,

Benedict Macalalad
Benedict Macalalad

Benedict Macalalad
Downers Grove, IL 60515 | 630-808-3128 | macalaladb@dupage.edu
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Skills
 Conceptual understanding
 Proficient in Java, Python, HTML, and C++
 Proficient in Word, Excel, and Access
 Attention to Detail
 Effective Multitasking

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Education
Associate of Applied Science | Computer Science EXPECTED IN 12/2021
College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL

Bachelor’s of Science | Computer Science EXPECTED IN 12/2022

Lewis University Romeoville, IL

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Professional Experience
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER INTERN 01/2019 to CURRENT
Grainger | Chicago, IL
 Supported software development teams, assisting with test environment and
framework creation.
 Document and test new software applications
 Assess new application ideas
 Develop applications
 Worked independently to design, develop and test code
 Integrated Java-based web service such as REST and SOAP into database
management projects using Python.
 Reviewed code and debugged errors to improve performance.
Benedict Macalalad
1502 College Green Dr
South Elgin, IL 60121
1/20/2023
George Callahan
Hiring Manager
Google
654 Kedzie Street
Chicago, IL 60555

Dear George Callahan,

Thank you very much for your time the other day – it was a pleasure speaking with you about the
software developer security position. It was excellent to hear about Google’s developer team,
and to learn more about how the position would work.

The software developer security role sounds rewarding, especially due to the mentorship
opportunities offered by your company. My experience as a developer in Grainger, as well as my
computer science degree, makes me a great candidate for this position.

I look forward to hearing back from you, and potentially working together in the future. If you
have any more questions, feel free to email me at macalaladb@dupage.edu. Thank you for your
time and hopefully to hear back from you soon.

Sincerely,

Benedict Macalalad
Benedict Macalalad

Software Developer
macalaladb@dupage.edu
630-808-3128