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• Architected and implemented high-performance ETL processes using Go and PostgreSQL, optimizing data pipelines to meet strict time constraints, improve throughput and reduce processing time
• Implemented innovative SQLite caching solution to resolve PostgreSQL connection limits, achieving 87% improvement in horizontal scalability of our main API
• Created a memory-efficient GraphQL API capable of handling large datasets while adhering to strict memory usage constraints
• Identified and resolved critical race conditions in distributed PubSub systems, improving reliability and data consistency
• Accelerated development cycles through strategic use of AI development tools and automation
• Consistently delivered projects from conception to deployment, managing all aspects of the development lifecycle independently
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to discuss and gather requirements and deliver solutions that met business needs
• Contributed to full-stack development using TypeScript and React for front-end enhancements while maintaining robust back-end architectures

• Implemented highly scalable solutions by leveraging concurrency primitives such as multi-threading, mutual exclusions and etc., along with best practices such as TDD (Test Driven Development)
• Developed/maintained micro-services and RESTful/Websocket APIs utilizing Go (Golang) and GCP PubSub
• Utilized C++ (Boost) to develop support for new modern features on the main server
• Setup a modern performant development environment for the team to utilize using Docker since internal VMs were freezing due to low resources
• Guided and assisted teammates to the best possible solution when needed and provided instructions on how to test services locally
• Used tools such as Git, Slack, and a company internal task manager for version control, communication and bug tracking

• Scoped out software architecture (LAMP stack) and development steps required to implement brand new features as well as adding to pre-existing features within a team environment
• Ran daily checks for suspicious users reported to be fraudulent
• Responsible for training and orienting new junior engineers to the development life cycle
• Led feature development utilizing several different languages:
• Developed new API endpoints utilizing Kohana PHP, Laravel PHP, and Python to automate daily tasks requiring MySQL database communication
• Implemented new logic using Objective-C/Swift for iOS and Java for Android applications
• AWS Lambda implementation using Python for data retrieval, processing, and upserts from S3 to PostgreSQL
• Utilized JavaScript, HTML, and CSS for a responsive UI/UX
• Performed pull request reviews and guided teammates to better solutions when possible

• Reviewed existing code base and built web page templates utilizing PHP
• Developed web pages based on existing designs with HTML, CSS, Bootstrap and PHP
• Ensured mobile responsiveness with custom media queries
• Adopted Agile (SCRUM) methodology with stand-ups and sprints to achieve an MVP
• Communicated progress to the team and project manager using JIRA

• Assisted in teaching development bootcamp students JavaScript, HTML, CSS and jQuery
• Corrected coding assignments and assisted students in building and debugging applications

• Responsible for front-end (React, JSX, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap) and back-end (PHP, MySQL) development for a responsive mobile/desktop application that is utilized by UCI's campus shuttle drivers
• Reviewed and refactored existing code, made wireframes and database schemas to integrate new features
• Integrated React, JSX, PHP, Fetch to give users functionality to display and edit schedules, as well as request trades, and accept shift changes
• Adopted Agile methodology with ideation, stand-ups and sprints to achieve an MVP, add features, and fix bugs
• Communicated progress to the team and project manager using MeisterTask (task management application)

• Record vocals and instruments in a professional studio environment
• Produce and mix music to industry standard levels utilizing EQ, dynamic plugins, time-based effects and etc
• Discuss and work with clients to deliver music for their specific needs

• Hired and trained new employees to promote teamwork and good work ethic
• Ensured sales goals are met on a monthly basis through promotions and marketing on social media
• Maintained customer relationships through quality customer service and efficiency