Maya White
@mayawhite
Senior Backend Engineer specializing in scalable Ruby on Rails applications.
What I'm looking for
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
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.
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.
Software Engineer
Avant
Mar 2017 - Aug 2020 (3 years 5 months)
Collaborated with product teams to develop data-driven applications using Ruby on Rails. Built an order management system and integrated AWS for secure data storage. Led the development of a pricing engine and established automated testing pipelines, improving system performance and team efficiency.
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
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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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