James Bell
@jamesbell2
Senior Full Stack Engineer specializing in Python and cloud technologies.
What I'm looking for
As a Senior Full Stack Engineer with extensive experience in Python, Node.js, and Golang, I am passionate about developing innovative solutions that drive efficiency and enhance user experience. My journey in software engineering has been marked by a commitment to continuous improvement and a focus on security and scalability. At Foundation Medicine, I successfully led a team in creating a genomic patient data integration platform, significantly improving operational efficiency and achieving substantial cost savings.
My expertise extends across various technologies, including Angular, React, and cloud services like AWS and GCP. I have a proven track record of designing and implementing microservices architectures, optimizing performance, and mentoring junior developers. I thrive in collaborative environments where I can contribute to agile methodologies and foster a culture of excellence. I am eager to leverage my skills to tackle complex challenges and drive impactful results in my next role.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Full Stack Engineer
Foundation Medicine
Apr 2020 - Nov 2024 (4 years 7 months)
Led a team in developing web applications and services for genomic patient data integration. Enhanced customer adoption rates and optimized multi-cloud infrastructure for microservices. Automated ETL pipelines and implemented security protocols, achieving significant cost savings and improved performance.
Backend Engineer
Loadsmart
Apr 2019 - Apr 2020 (1 year)
Developed a carrier contract system and refactored task management systems to enhance operational efficiency. Built SaaS applications and improved data synchronization with Salesforce, achieving significant reductions in workload and data discrepancies.
Junior Web Developer
Contractize
Jul 2016 - Mar 2019 (2 years 8 months)
Constructed an E-signature platform, developing scalable web applications and optimizing backend processes. Built RESTful APIs and automated testing processes, significantly improving document management efficiency and reducing production bugs.
Mobile Developer
To Eat List
Aug 2015 - Jul 2016 (11 months)
Developed a food recommendation app using Django and React, implementing responsive UI components and conducting A/B testing. Deployed cross-platform mobile applications, significantly increasing user engagement and downloads.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Central Florida
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Science
2011 - 2015
Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, focusing on software development, algorithms, and data structures. Gained practical experience through projects and collaborations, enhancing problem-solving skills and technical knowledge in various programming languages.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Postman
Apache Spark
Amazon EC2
DigitalOcean
GitHub
RxJS
Kubernetes
Jenkins
GitHub Actions
Salesforce
React Native
Apache Cordova
NumPy
Pandas
PySpark
MySQL
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Cassandra
Gmail
Node.js
Django
Ruby on Rails
Next.js
NestJS
Tailwind CSS
Okta
Redis
Terraform
Mocha
React
Vue.js
JavaScript
Python
HTML5
Java
CSS 3
Go
Kafka
RabbitMQ
Flask
ExpressJS
Django REST framework
FastAPI
iOS
Heroku
GraphQL
gRPC
Elasticsearch
Ansible
AWS Lambda
Serverless
Amazon RDS
pytest
JUnit
sso
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
SQL
NgRx
SciPy
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Social media
Skills
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