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Lisa G

@lisag

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Mission-driven backend software engineer

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role that leverages my technical expertise to drive user engagement and personalization, with a focus on continuous learning and growth opportunities.

As a seasoned backend software engineer, I leverage my expertise in building robust, scalable solutions to drive user engagement and personalization. With a flexible, language-agnostic approach and a passion for continuous learning, I excel in delivering user-focused features across health tech, big data, and cloud environments.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to empower content teams, optimize content delivery pipelines, and streamline user experiences. My proficiency in Kotlin, Java, and Python, coupled with my experience in cloud and containerization, enables me to design and implement efficient architectures and microservices.

With a strong background in Agile development, clean code, and debugging, I am well-equipped to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive technical initiatives that prioritize user engagement and retention.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Software Engineer

Current

Zoe Limited

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Focused on enhancing user engagement for the Zoe personalized nutrition app by optimizing homepage content and streamlining content delivery. Established self-serve systems for content teams and implemented strategies to re-engage lapsed users.

Kotlin Java Google Cloud Platform Docker Agile Optimization

Software Developer

I2 Group

Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)

Backend Java developer for i2 Group's flagship big data solution. Key contributions included AWS integration, Jenkins pipeline implementation, and enhancing data querying capabilities.

Java AWS Jenkins Docker ETL Microservices Agile

Software Developer

IBM I2

Sep 2015 - Jan 2022 (6 years 4 months)

Backend Java developer focusing on enterprise deployment and ETL pipelines. Led a team as Interim Technical Lead, maintaining Agile processes and delivering key features for system availability and performance.

Java ETL Agile Docker Jenkins Microsoft SQL Server Performance Mentoring

Intern Developer

CGI

Sep 2014 - Sep 2014 (0 months)

Internship as a Java/JEE developer on a maintenance project for the French Ministry of Ecology, gaining practical experience in software development.

Java Java EE Software Development Team Collaboration Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Université de Bordeaux

Bachelor's Degree, Computer Science

2013 - 2015

Graduated in the 99th percentile with a focus on Computer Science, gaining a strong foundation in software development and engineering principles.

The University of Manchester

Bachelor's Degree, Business & Management and French

2007 - 2011

Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Business & Management and French, developing skills in management principles and language proficiency.

Université Paris-Sorbonne

Erasmus Exchange Programme, Business & Management and French

2009 - 2010

Participated in an Erasmus Exchange Programme, enhancing my knowledge in Business & Management and French through an international academic experience.