JOHN SMITH

Senior Software Developer

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About

Results-driven Senior Full-Stack Software Developer with over 4 years of experience in architecting and deploying scalable web and mobile solutions. Proven leader in driving architectural modernizations, optimizing system performance by up to 50%, and mentoring junior developers to enhance code quality and team efficiency. Expertly leverages modern JavaScript frameworks, cloud technologies (AWS, Azure), and robust database design to deliver high-impact technical innovations and support over 100,000 daily active users.

Work Experience

Senior Software Developer

TechCorp Solutions

Jan 2022 - May 2024

San Francisco, CA, US

Spearheaded the development and maintenance of enterprise web applications, driving architectural modernization and enhancing team efficiency.

  • Engineered and maintained 5+ enterprise web applications, ensuring high availability and supporting over 100,000 daily active users with consistent performance.
  • Directed a critical migration from a legacy monolithic application to a microservices architecture, significantly reducing system downtime by 40% and enhancing scalability.
  • Accelerated feature delivery by 25% through strategic collaboration with cross-functional teams and optimization of Agile methodologies.
  • Mentored 3 junior developers, implementing robust code review processes that elevated overall code quality and ensured adherence to best practices.
  • Implemented comprehensive automated testing pipelines, boosting code coverage from 60% to 95% and significantly enhancing software reliability.

Software Developer

StartupXYZ

Jun 2020 - Dec 2021

San Francisco, CA, US

Contributed to the development of a high-performance e-commerce platform, optimizing API performance and integrating critical payment systems.

  • Developed responsive e-commerce web applications using React and Node.js, significantly enhancing user experience and platform functionality.
  • Engineered high-performance RESTful APIs capable of handling over 10,000 requests per minute with 99.9% uptime, ensuring robust service delivery.
  • Optimized complex database queries, resulting in a 50% improvement in overall application performance and data retrieval efficiency.
  • Integrated critical third-party payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal) and shipping APIs, enabling seamless and secure transaction processing.
  • Actively participated in Agile ceremonies, contributing to efficient sprint planning and continuous improvement cycles to accelerate project delivery.

Junior Software Developer

Digital Innovations Ltd

Aug 2019 - May 2020

San Francisco, CA, US

Developed cross-platform mobile applications and collaborated with design teams to deliver pixel-perfect user interfaces, enhancing product functionality.

  • Developed and deployed cross-platform mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms utilizing React Native, expanding market reach.
  • Designed and implemented responsive user interfaces, strictly adhering to Material Design and iOS Human Interface Guidelines for optimal user experience.
  • Collaborated closely with UI/UX designers to translate complex wireframes into pixel-perfect, high-fidelity user interfaces, ensuring design integrity.
  • Resolved critical bugs and implemented new features, leveraging user feedback and analytics to enhance product functionality and user satisfaction.
  • Contributed to internal documentation and led knowledge-sharing sessions, improving team efficiency and streamlining onboarding processes.

Education

Computer Science

University of California, Berkeley

3.7/4.0

Jan 2015 - Dec 2019

Berkeley, CA, US

Courses

  • Data Structures
  • Software Engineering
  • Algorithms
  • Database Systems

Certificates

AWS Certified Developer - Associate

Amazon Web Services

Jan 2023

Google Cloud Professional Cloud Developer

Google Cloud

Jan 2022

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Scrum Alliance

Jan 2021

Projects

E-Commerce Platform

A full-stack e-commerce solution featuring user authentication, product catalog management, shopping cart functionality, and secure payment processing.

Task Management App

A collaborative task management application offering real-time updates, drag-and-drop functionality, and advanced team collaboration features.

Weather App

A cross-platform mobile application providing accurate weather forecasts, incorporating location-based services, offline functionality, and push notifications.

Awards

Employee of the Quarter

TechCorp Solutions

Sep 2023

Recognized for outstanding contributions and performance during Q3 2023.

Best Mobile App

University Hackathon

Dec 2019

Awarded for developing the best mobile application at the 2019 University Hackathon.

Dean's List

UC Berkeley

May 2019

Recognized for outstanding academic achievement during Spring 2019.

Dean's List

UC Berkeley

Dec 2018

Recognized for outstanding academic achievement during Fall 2018.

Languages

English , Spanish , Mandarin

Skills

Programming Languages

  • JavaScript
  • Python
  • Java
  • TypeScript
  • C#
  • SQL

Frontend Development

  • React
  • Vue.js
  • Angular
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • Sass
  • Bootstrap
  • Tailwind CSS

Backend Development

  • Node.js
  • Express.js
  • Django
  • Spring Boot
  • .NET Core
  • RESTful APIs

Databases

  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB
  • Redis
  • Firebase

Cloud & DevOps

  • AWS
  • Azure
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • CI/CD
  • Jenkins
  • Git

Mobile Development

  • React Native
  • Flutter

Testing

  • Jest
  • Cypress
  • Selenium
  • Unit Testing
  • Integration Testing