Kevin AKA
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Kevin A

@kevina

Results-driven Senior Software Engineer specializing in scalable applications.

United States

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges me technically and allows for mentorship opportunities.

I am a results-driven Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in web, cloud, and backend development. My expertise lies in building high-performance, scalable applications using a variety of technologies including JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and AWS. I have a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and mentoring junior developers, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and meet business objectives.

Throughout my career, I have successfully spearheaded the development of innovative solutions, such as an AI-driven judging system that automated scoring for over 10,000 submissions with remarkable accuracy. My commitment to optimizing system performance has led to significant improvements in user engagement and operational efficiency. I am passionate about leveraging AI for intelligent automation and designing robust APIs that enhance user experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

MA
Current

Lead Software Engineer

Maxim

Jun 2024 - Present (11 months)

Spearheaded the development of a competition platform using React, Next.js, and NestJS, enhancing user experience and engagement. Designed an AI-driven judging system and transitioned to a microservices architecture, improving scalability and performance.

WE

Senior Full Stack Engineer

Webflow

Apr 2023 - Apr 2024 (11 months)

Led architectural decisions for a scalable SaaS application, mentoring junior developers and implementing solutions that improved performance and reduced technical debt. Automated deployment workflows and enhanced user engagement through real-time updates.

QU

Software Engineer

Quora

Mar 2021 - Mar 2023 (2 years)

Redesigned critical application pages and implemented a scalable data migration strategy. Developed new features and optimized database performance, resulting in improved user engagement and system efficiency.

DS

Full Stack Engineer

Discover Financial Services

Nov 2019 - Jan 2021 (1 year 2 months)

Designed React-based user interfaces for financial applications, developed robust API integrations, and automated CI/CD pipelines. Improved system reliability and user satisfaction through effective collaboration and testing.

AM

Full Stack Engineer

Amazon

Oct 2017 - Jul 2019 (1 year 9 months)

Engineered a full-stack customer service platform, integrating real-time functionalities and optimizing legacy systems. Collaborated across teams to enhance system performance and user experience.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Illinois Chicago logoUC

University of Illinois Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

2012 - 2018

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, focusing on software development, algorithms, and data structures. Gained hands-on experience in programming languages and software engineering principles, preparing for a successful career in technology.

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