Christian Pak
@christianpak
Backend software developer specializing in Golang and Java, building scalable, AI-integrated systems.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a backend software developer with strong expertise in Golang and Java, focused on building scalable, secure, and AI-enhanced systems for healthcare, IoT, and defense applications. I have led development of digital platforms, deployed RESTful APIs and microservices, and integrated machine learning models to deliver measurable improvements in responsiveness, engagement, and operational cost.
My experience includes designing event-driven architectures with Kafka and RabbitMQ, optimizing real-time data pipelines with Redis and PostgreSQL, and implementing robust CI/CD and testing frameworks. I prioritize maintainable code, team enablement through documentation and training, and delivering production-grade systems that meet compliance and performance goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IBLed development of a digital mental healthcare platform and backend services using Golang and Spring Boot, increasing site traffic by 15% and reducing manual reporting workload by 40%. Delivered real-time data pipelines and a digital twin solution integrated with AWS IoT Core that cut operational costs by 20%.
Software Engineer
Georgia Tech Research Institute
Dec 2018 - Jul 2021 (2 years 7 months)
Developed secure Golang and Spring Boot APIs and large-scale data pipelines using Kafka and Redis to support cybersecurity and defense research, reducing deployment times by 40% and improving analytics accuracy with TensorFlow Serving.
Software Engineer
Havertys Furniture
Nov 2017 - Nov 2018 (1 year)
Built and migrated Java Spring Boot APIs and an inventory management system using Hibernate and PostgreSQL, improving site performance by 20%, reducing server costs by 15%, and increasing online sales by 12% via recommendation engines.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KUKennesaw State University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science; Mechanical Engineering
2016 - 2017
Completed coursework toward a Bachelor of Science with studies in Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering from 2016 to 2017.
GCGeorgia State University Perimeter College
Mechanical Engineering
2015 - 2015
Pursued coursework in Mechanical Engineering at Georgia State University Perimeter College in 2015.
TGThe University of Georgia
Computer Science
2011 - 2014
Completed undergraduate coursework in Computer Science between 2011 and 2014.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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