Will
Malfeld

Software Engineer · Educator · Mountain Bike Coach

Profile

I’m a computer scientist, teacher, mountain biker, and builder who likes figuring out how things work — and then finding a better way to make them work.

My background spans software engineering, systems thinking, mathematics and physics education, and professional mountain biking. I’ve taught and mentored students while traveling the world, built software and AI systems, and spent more time than I can count riding bikes in the mountains.

I’m drawn to problems that sit at the intersection of technology and people. Whether I’m building software, teaching a difficult concept, or figuring out how to turn an idea into something real, I care most about making complicated things simple, useful, and human.

23 Students led through an international academic & athletic program
8 Countries covered in a 2‑year travel-based teaching program
6 Students mentored individually toward academic & personal goals

Experience

Where I’ve Worked

Physics & Mathematics Instructor World Class Academy
Mountain Bike Coach · Mentor  |  March 2024 – June 2026
  • Led 23 high-school students through an international program spanning 8 countries over 2 years, balancing academics, athletics, travel logistics, safety, and group dynamics.
  • Designed and delivered calculus, physics, and mathematics curriculum in an unconventional, expedition-based learning environment.
  • Coached students in downhill mountain biking, including riding technique, body position, jumping, and skill development.
  • Mentored 6 students individually, helping them pursue academic, athletic, and personal goals.
  • Built strong relationships with students by adapting instruction and mentorship to individual personalities, strengths, and learning styles.
  • Created an environment where students were encouraged to take risks, learn from mistakes, and develop confidence.
Associate SFCC Software Developer Red Van Workshop
Intern → Associate  |  March 2021 – October 2023
  • Developed Java and Apex solutions on Salesforce for enterprise clients, supporting production B2C commerce operations.
  • Worked across Salesforce Commerce Cloud, Java/Apex, and Marketing Cloud environments.
  • Consulted with brands and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Worked in Agile development teams across developers, business stakeholders, and client teams.
  • Earned a Best Service Award for Salesforce Order Management.
Software Engineer Intern Meadowlark Optics
Fall 2021
  • Developed internal testing tools and worked directly with optical engineers to improve product validation and software reliability.
  • Used test-driven development and fault testing to prevent faulty software from reaching shipped products.

Leadership

Off the Clock

Mountain Bike Athlete & Coach

Downhill MTB athlete at CU Boulder with extensive international riding, coaching, and group-leadership experience. Experienced developing technical skills, confidence, and independence in young riders.

Educator & Mentor

Experienced working with students who don’t thrive in traditional educational environments; builds individualized approaches around strengths, interests, and learning styles.

Resilience

Continued teaching, coaching, traveling, and leading students while navigating cancer treatment. That experience strengthened my approach to adversity: stay calm, solve the problem in front of you, take care of the people around you, and keep moving forward.


Selected Projects

Things I’m Building

AI / Automation

willbuilds.ai

Practical AI and automation tools built around real-world workflows — custom learning agents and mentoring tools that improve individualized student learning.

Education

Mathlete MTB

A private math tutoring brand for high-school students, combining mathematics education, mentorship, and mountain biking to help students build academic confidence through interests they care about.

Media

Cycling Media

Independent filming business creating social media content for professional athletes and small businesses, focused on authentic storytelling and mountain bike culture.


Education & Skills

Foundations

B.A. Computer Science

University of Colorado Boulder  |  May 2023

Software

Java Apex Salesforce SFCC Marketing Cloud

AI

AI Agents Workflow Automation n8n

Creative

Video Production Social Media Storytelling