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Kenneth Smith

@kennethsmith

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Senior Full-Stack Developer with 10+ years of experience in web applications.

United States

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role that leverages my full-stack expertise to solve complex problems, enhance user experiences, and drive continuous improvement in a collaborative environment.

As a Senior Full-Stack Developer with over a decade of experience, I specialize in creating efficient and scalable web applications using Python, Ruby on Rails, and JavaScript. My expertise spans various domains, including consumer productivity tools, financial platforms, and real estate solutions. I thrive on solving complex problems and enhancing user experiences through continuous skill improvement.

Throughout my career, I've optimized SQL Server databases, executed seamless migrations, and implemented advanced caching strategies. I've developed RESTful APIs, microservices, and full-stack applications, ensuring high performance and security. My experience includes leading migrations, integrating third-party APIs, and conducting comprehensive code reviews to maintain best practices.

I'm passionate about leveraging modern technologies and methodologies to deliver high-quality solutions. My proficiency extends to cloud platforms, DevOps tools, and testing frameworks, ensuring robust and maintainable applications. I continuously seek opportunities to innovate and improve, staying ahead in the ever-evolving tech industry.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Software Engineer

Current

Walmart

Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)

Designed and optimized SQL Server databases, executed seamless database migrations, and developed full-stack applications using Ruby on Rails and modern JavaScript frameworks. Improved application performance and user experience through advanced caching strategies and optimized queries.

Ruby on Rails SQL Server JavaScript React Redux AWS PostgreSQL Django

Senior Full Stack Developer

Ambetter Health

Oct 2019 - Jan 2023 (3 years 3 months)

Led the migration of a no-code platform to a Ruby on Rails application, enhancing performance and maintainability. Developed scalable back-end services and implemented TDD and BDD methodologies to ensure code reliability.

Ruby on Rails Flask React SQL RESTful APIs TDD BDD PostgreSQL Django jQuery

Software Developer

Sephora

Mar 2017 - Oct 2019 (2 years 7 months)

Designed scalable web applications using Ruby and Django, developed microservices architectures, and automated business processes. Improved application efficiency through optimized database queries and robust server-side logic.

Ruby Django SQL JavaScript RESTful APIs Microservices jQuery AJAX CMS

Web Developer

Energy Transfer

Jan 2015 - Feb 2017 (2 years 1 month)

Collaborated on building CMS components and RESTful APIs, optimized application logic, and enhanced performance through effective testing strategies. Engaged in bug fixing and code refactoring to improve maintainability.

Ruby on Rails SQL RESTful APIs JavaScript AJAX jQuery Testing Optimization CMS Refactoring

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

2010 - 2014

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, focusing on software development, algorithms, and data structures. Gained hands-on experience through various projects and coursework, preparing for a career in technology and software engineering.