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Maya White

@mayawhite

Senior Backend Engineer specializing in scalable Ruby on Rails applications.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for growth.

I am a Senior Backend Engineer with over 9 years of experience in web application development, specializing in building scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems using Ruby on Rails. My expertise spans various industries, including Cybersecurity, E-commerce, Healthcare, Banking, Media, and Retail. I have a proven track record of developing and deploying robust applications, and I excel in collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and deliver innovative solutions that enhance application performance, scalability, and security.

At UnitedHealth, I led the development and deployment of scalable Ruby on Rails applications, optimizing database queries and improving system performance significantly. My role involved architecting RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints for microservices, which enhanced integration efficiency across systems. I also contributed to enhancing CI/CD pipelines, reducing deployment times, and ensuring system stability. My commitment to secure coding practices has resulted in a substantial reduction of security vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Throughout my career, I have developed a strong foundation in backend technologies and have mentored junior developers to foster a culture of learning and high code quality. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to build innovative solutions that drive business success and improve user experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Senior Ruby on Rails Engineer

UnitedHealth

Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Led the development and deployment of scalable Ruby on Rails applications, optimizing database queries and improving system performance. Architected RESTful APIs and transitioned from legacy APIs to microservices, enhancing reliability and maintainability. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while adhering to Agile methodologies.

SH

Senior Ruby on Rails Developer

Shopify

Oct 2020 - Jul 2022 (1 year 9 months)

Developed and maintained Ruby on Rails applications, migrating legacy APIs and optimizing database performance. Designed a robust inventory management system and implemented secure RESTful APIs, significantly improving security and system throughput. Managed junior developers and enhanced application monitoring.

ST

Backend Developer (Ruby on Rails)

SoFi Technologies

Feb 2016 - Feb 2017 (1 year)

Designed and developed Ruby on Rails backend systems for e-commerce and healthcare applications. Implemented RESTful APIs and enhanced application security with OAuth2. Deployed applications on AWS and contributed to CI/CD pipelines, ensuring high availability and performance.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Toronto logoUT

University of Toronto

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

2011 - 2015

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, focusing on the principles of computing, programming languages, and software development methodologies.

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