Brad Taylor

As a Cloud-native Java Full Stack Developer with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in architecting and delivering scalable microservices and RESTful APIs. My expertise spans Java versions 8 through 21, Spring Boot, React.js, and Angular, complemented by deep proficiency in AWS and Azure cloud platforms. I am passionate about modernizing legacy systems into cloud-first, event-driven solutions, and I thrive in Agile environments where I can drive cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality software.

In my current role as Lead Java Software Engineer at Empower, I have successfully developed and deployed cloud-native microservices using Java 17 and Spring Boot 3, leveraging Docker and Kubernetes for orchestration in AWS EKS. My focus on security and performance has led to the implementation of robust REST APIs with OAuth 2.0 and JWT, as well as the establishment of CI/CD pipelines that have accelerated release cycles while maintaining system stability. I take pride in mentoring junior team members and fostering best coding practices, ensuring our team remains aligned and productive.

Throughout my career, I have consistently embraced innovation, from building asynchronous event-driven systems with Apache Kafka to automating infrastructure provisioning with Terraform. My commitment to quality is reflected in my extensive use of testing frameworks and monitoring tools, ensuring that I deliver reliable and scalable solutions that meet the evolving needs of the business.