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Joseph Michael Saada

@josephmichaelsaada

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Aspiring software engineer with a focus on innovative solutions.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and growth, where I can contribute to impactful projects and further develop my technical skills.

I am a dedicated software engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering from the University of California, Irvine. My journey in technology began with a passion for coding and problem-solving, which led me to gain hands-on experience in various roles, including internships and freelance projects. I thrive on challenges and enjoy creating efficient solutions that enhance user experiences.

At Walmart Global Tech, I developed a site from scratch using React and Java Spring Boot, significantly improving the management of internal tools for developers. My work resulted in a 65% increase in efficiency and saved developers valuable time. Additionally, my role at Course Coyote involved scraping data from over 1000 educational sites, where I implemented the Open AI API to enhance efficiency by 45%. I am committed to continuous learning and applying my skills to make a meaningful impact in the tech industry.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Software Engineer II

Walmart Global Tech

Jun 2024 - Present (11 months)

Created a site from scratch using React (Typescript) for the frontend and Java Spring Boot to make an API, allowing developers to manage their internal tools and microsites. This initiative improved accessibility and efficiency by 65%, saving developers 2-3 hours weekly by modernizing the Global Tech Developer Portal with automated, API-driven processes.

React TypeScript Spring Boot API Development UX Design Developer Tools Jira Azure AWS

Software Engineer

Course Coyote

Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Developed Python scripts utilizing Beautiful Soup and Scraping Bee to efficiently scrape data from over 1000 educational websites, achieving 98% data accuracy. Increased scraping efficiency by 45% through integrating the OpenAI API and optimizing API call costs by estimating token amounts and splitting requests.

Python Web Scraping Data Analysis HTML Parsing

Software Engineer Internship

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.

May 2023 - Present (2 years)

Created and documented client-side C++ APIs connecting the Unreal Engine to a custom multiplayer game server, enabling multi-user, networked, and persistent virtual environments. Managed the client/server networking layer and protocols, collaborating closely with the Interactive Lead to design and optimize the massively multiplayer platform.

C++Unreal Engine Game Development Network Protocols Database Design

Information Technology Assistant

UCI School of Physical Sciences

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

Provided comprehensive IT support to over 100 faculty professionals, leveraging expertise in software development and cloud computing to handle crucial IT tasks. Utilized the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) and Azure cloud computing to set up user forms, ensuring smooth operations of IT systems and resolving issues efficiently.

IT Support LAMP Stack Linux Apache MySQL PHP Azure Cloud Computing Software Development

Web Developer for NFC Products

Pretend City

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

Developed an application for NFC products using ReactJS, Firebase, and Google Analytics, which increased user engagement by 30% through improved usability. Collaborated with project managers in a scrum environment to track key data points on museum visitors, enhancing access to information on exhibit learning topics.

ReactJS Firebase Google Analytics NFC Technology Scrum Project Management Web Development

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, Irvine

Bachelor of Science, Software Engineering

Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering within the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences. Focused on core software engineering principles and practices.