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Software Engineer

Washington, District of Columbia, United States6 yrs 6 mos experience
Most Likely To Switch

Key Highlights

  • Led web application development enhancing user experience.
  • Spearheaded backend integration improving multilingual capabilities.
  • Achieved significant performance improvements in software systems.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Software Engineer with a focus on Fintech and SaaS development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Web DevelopmentJavaGo (programming Language)Ruby On Rails

Other Skills

AlgorithmsAmazon Web Services (AWS)Foreign LanguageForeign LanguagesIntegration TestingJavaScriptMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft WordOrganization SkillsPowerPointReact.jsTapestryTeamworkTomcatUnit Testing

About

Computer Science and Mathematics graduate from Ukraine interested in using software and foreign language skills to make positive social impact.

Experience

Catalist

Software Engineer

Apr 2023 – Present Β· 2 yrs 11 mos Β· Remote

  • Lead developer on one of the company's web applications.
  • I spearheaded its maintenance, ensuring its reliability and seamless performance, and proactively identifying and addressing issues to maintain an optimal user experience.
  • I took charge of identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving bugs in a strategic and efficient manner. My commitment to bug fixing contributed to the application's stability and user satisfaction.
  • In addition to maintaining the existing application, I led the charge in developing and integrating new features, enhancing the application's functionality and user engagement.
  • I also recognized the importance of knowledge sharing and wrote comprehensive documentation to guide future developers. This resource ensures a smooth transition and empowers the team with insights into the application's architecture and best practices.
JavaWeb DevelopmentJavaScriptUnit TestingTomcatTapestry+1

Coinbase

2 roles

Software Engineer

Jul 2022 – Jan 2023 Β· 6 mos Β· Remote

  • Spearheaded the establishment and successful implementation of one of the company's pioneering backend translation library integrations into the team's project. This initiative significantly enhanced our multilingual capabilities and improved the overall user experience.
  • Built a high-performance Go service from the ground up, harnessing the power of GRPC connections. This innovative solution resulted in a remarkable 50% reduction in the time required to update KYC questions, streamlining critical processes.
  • Led the migration of more than 10 endpoints, transitioning from Ruby to the Go codebase. This transformation played a pivotal role in accelerating the shift to our latest architecture, simplifying operations and enhancing overall system performance.
Go (Programming Language)Ruby on RailsReact.jsAmazon Web Services (AWS)

Software Engineer Intern

Jun 2021 – Aug 2021 Β· 2 mos Β· Remote

  • Leveraging Python, Pandas, and Numpy libraries, I developed a dynamic threshold adjustment mechanism for one of the company's risk models. This innovation resulted in an impressive 50% increase in the model's output accuracy, fortifying our risk assessment capabilities.
  • I enabled a feature removal parameter in our models, leading to a significant reduction in model sizes. This optimization not only improved the efficiency of our systems but also streamlined resource usage.
  • I extended support for qualifying model features within the Coinbase Machine Learning library. This enhancement eliminated discrepancies in the data received from multiple sources, enhancing data integrity and reliability.

Haverford college

Computer Science Teaching Assistant at Haverford College

Jan 2021 – May 2021 Β· 4 mos

  • I provided invaluable support to 40+ students, offering guidance in debugging and enhancing their understanding of fundamental data structures concepts. My commitment to their success ensured that they confidently completed labs and assignments.
  • By hosting weekly office hours, I created a collaborative learning environment that empowered students to seek help and clarification. Through consistent engagement and personalized assistance, I contributed to a remarkable 60% improvement in students' performance on labs throughout the semester.
  • I meticulously graded 120 student labs, offering well-informed feedback on code organization and correctness. This feedback not only upheld academic standards but also encouraged students to refine their coding skills and logical thinking.

Owl investment group

2 roles

Publicity Chair

Jul 2020 – May 2022 Β· 1 yr 10 mos

  • Served on the E-Board and provided weekly market updates for general members
  • Led an active advertising campaign of the club through social media and digital platforms
  • Served as a mentor for students preparing for the monthly stock pitch competitions

Portfolio Analyst

May 2019 – May 2022 Β· 3 yrs

  • Collaborated effectively in a team to make informed decisions regarding additions to the $200,000 school portfolio
  • Being responsible for the technology subdivision of the portfolio, shared useful investment ideas which resulted in purchasing stocks that added $300 to the portfolio

University of chicago

Math REU participant

Jun 2020 – Sep 2020 Β· 3 mos Β· United States

  • Contributed to weekly problem sessions in topics that focused on combinatorics and algebraic number theory.
  • Researched and produced an expository paper on the associativity of the group of points on elliptic curves and its applications in cryptography.

Bryn mawr college quantitative center

Peer Mentor

Oct 2019 – May 2022 Β· 2 yrs 7 mos

  • Developed a course guide for the students of Introduction to Computer Science course
  • Tutored various areas of Math, introductory Computer Science and Economics courses to students of Bryn Mawr College
  • Provided emotional and psychological support to students having a hard time with quantitative disciplines and actively participated in employee seminars, where ways to improve the current functioning of the center were discussed

Bryn mawr college student activities and orientation

Customs Person (Orientation leader for first-year students)

Sep 2019 – May 2020 Β· 8 mos Β· Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, United States

  • Selected among a great number of student applicants to volunteer to lead orientation of 10 first-year students in residence halls
  • Collaborated with hall advisor to support a diverse population of students in their transition to Bryn Mawr College throughout the year

Bryn mawr college department of mathematics

Calculus II Teaching Assistant and Grader

Sep 2019 – Dec 2019 Β· 3 mos Β· Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, United States

  • Conducted weekly problem sessions for students of Calculus II course
  • Graded students' homework giving informed feedback and paying attention to detail
  • Assisted a professor with conducting in-class group discussion sessions

Office of alumnae relations

Reunion Student Staff

Jun 2019 – Jun 2019 Β· 0 mo Β· Bryn Mawr College

  • Assisted the alumni and guests with registration, helped set up events for them and made sure everyone felt comfortable and welcome during Reunion Weekend.

Wyndham alumnae house

Busser/Catering server

May 2019 – Aug 2019 Β· 3 mos Β· Bryn Mawr College

  • Bussed and set up the tables
  • Served food at professional conferences and events
  • Managed to communicate clearly and positively with coworkers and management and maintain high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations.

Education

Bryn Mawr College

Bachelor's degree β€” Mathematics and Computer Science

Jan 2018 – Jan 2022

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