Alan F.
Back-end and Systems Engineer

Skills

Node.js

Django

Typescript

Javascript

Python

Postgresql

Mysql

Amazon Aws

Docker Cloud

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Meet Alan F.

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Bio

Senior Software Engineer with over seven years of expertise specializing in web development, primarily focusing on TypeScript, Python, and AWS. Proficient in the development of applications utilizing microservices and REST APIs, and adept at migrating legacy systems. Experienced in software architecture design, mentoring developers, and implementing automated testing. Contributed to major projects such as ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Law (LGPD) and developing data engineering solutions. Demonstrates a strong passion for programming and a dedication to improving the development experience within teams.

Senior Backend Engineer
12/1/2021 - Present

Proficiency in developing microservices applications and designing REST APIs. Migrated legacy systems to modern platforms, ensuring improved performance and maintainability. Engaged in the design and implementation of robust software architecture to support scalable solutions. Mentored developers, fostering skill development and enhancing team productivity. Authored comprehensive documentation to support development and deployment processes. Developed and maintained automated tests to ensure software quality and reliability.
Data Engineer
5/1/2021 - 12/1/2021

Developed expertise in data extraction and cleaning, including the utilization of REST API development for streamlined data access and integration. Gained proficiency in designing and maintaining robust databases to ensure data integrity and optimal performance. Demonstrated skills in preparing data for predictive and descriptive modeling, ensuring datasets are clean, well-organized, and ready for advanced analytics.
Frontend Software Engineer
2/1/2020 - 4/1/2021

Developed expertise in frontend development of a web system, focusing on the migration from a legacy system to an updated version. Engaged in the development of unit tests and the creation of comprehensive documentation to support team activities. Facilitated the feasibility analysis and strategic planning for integrating new technologies to enhance system capabilities.
FullStack Web Developer
2/2/2019 - 2/1/2020

Spearheaded the development of institutional websites and web systems, highlighting expertise in requirements extraction and REST API development. Demonstrated proficiency in configuring and maintaining Apache servers to ensure optimal performance and reliability of web services.
Data Engineer
1/2/2019 - 12/2/2019

Developed expertise in data cleaning and processing, ensuring high-quality data sets for analysis. Contributed significantly to the development of REST APIs, enhancing system interoperability and functionality. Managed cloud computing platforms, optimizing resources and performance for various applications. Maintained databases, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Prepared data for predictive and descriptive modeling, laying the groundwork for advanced analytics. Developed statistical and machine learning models, driving insights and informed decision-making.
Data Engineering Intern
8/2/2018 - 12/2/2018

Specialized in data cleaning, ETL system development, REST API development, AWS platform management, and database maintenance. Gained significant expertise in processing and refining large datasets to ensure data quality and integrity. Developed and optimized ETL systems to efficiently handle data extraction, transformation, and loading processes. Designed and implemented REST APIs to enhance data accessibility and interoperability across various applications. Managed and deployed cloud-based solutions using the AWS platform, ensuring robust performance and scalability. Maintained and optimized databases to support high availability and performance requirements, consistently ensuring data reliability and security.
Web Development Intern
2/2/2018 - 7/2/2018

Developed a Point of Sale (POS) system utilizing web technologies. Gained expertise in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS to create a user-friendly interface. Employed frameworks such as AngularJS and ReactJS to ensure dynamic and responsive performance. Used Node.js for server-side operations, ensuring efficient and scalable backend development. Conducted database management with MySQL and MongoDB, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Implemented RESTful APIs for seamless communication between the front-end and back-end systems. Utilized Git for version control and collaborative coding, ensuring proper code management and history tracking. Integrated third-party solutions for payment processing and inventory management, enhancing system capabilities. Conducted thorough testing using Mocha and Chai to ensure system reliability and performance. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, optimizing system functionality and user experience.