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James Bell

@jamesbell2

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Senior Full Stack Engineer specializing in Python and cloud technologies.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, encourages collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

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.

Python Golang Angular Django AWS Docker Kubernetes gRPC

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.

Golang PostgreSQL Python Django Kubernetes AWS RabbitMQ Celery Git Heroku

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.

Python Django Flask PostgreSQL RESTful APIs Selenium Pytest Git Docker

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.

Python Django React MySQL Git A B Testing

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.