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Sterlin Shaffer

@sterlinshaffer

Experienced Golang and Python engineer specializing in backend systems.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic environment where I can leverage my backend expertise, collaborate with innovative teams, and contribute to impactful projects that prioritize performance and security.

With over 8 years of experience, I have mastered the art of crafting scalable and high-performance backend systems using Golang and Python. My journey has been filled with challenges that I have tackled head-on, whether it's building microservices, optimizing legacy code, or ensuring that applications run securely and efficiently. I pride myself on my ability to create RESTful and gRPC services that not only meet but exceed performance expectations.

My expertise extends to frontend technologies as well, where I leverage React and Node.js to create seamless user experiences. I have a knack for making complex systems work harmoniously, utilizing tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and various cloud platforms to ensure high availability and fault tolerance. My commitment to security and performance optimization is unwavering, as I continuously strive to fortify APIs and streamline processes.

When I'm not immersed in code, I enjoy sharing my knowledge with others, advocating for best practices in testing, and exploring new technologies that can enhance my skill set. I am passionate about building solutions that not only function well but also contribute positively to the user experience.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Sr Golang Developer

Dane LLC

May 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)

Built and optimized RESTful, SOAP, GraphQL, and gRPC services using Go frameworks like Echo, Gin, and Gorilla/mux. Developed a Golang microservice for reading large data volumes from PostgreSQL and implemented security features with JWT authentication. Deployed and managed services on Kubernetes, utilizing AWS Lambda for serverless architecture and collaborating with DevOps for cloud deployments.

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Sr Software Developer

IT Goat

Jan 2018 - Apr 2022 (4 years 3 months)

Implemented routing with Gorilla Mux and created RPC-based services in Golang for PostgreSQL data. Developed React frontends with WebSockets and GraphQL, alongside scalable Node.js microservices using Express.js and NestJS. Optimized Django, Flask, and FastAPI services, integrating Redis and Celery for asynchronous tasks and utilizing Pandas/NumPy for data processing.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Concordia University Texas logoCT

Concordia University Texas

Bachelor's Degree, Computer Science

Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science. The curriculum covered various aspects of computer science, preparing for a professional career in the field.

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