Steven Zhang - Staff Software Engineer - Amazon | Himalayas
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Steven Zhang

@stevenzhang

Seasoned Software Engineer with expertise in cloud architectures and AI solutions.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic role that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth opportunities in cutting-edge technology.

As a Staff Software Engineer with over 11 years of experience, I have honed my skills in building robust, large-scale systems across various industries, including healthcare, financial services, and e-commerce. My expertise lies in designing resilient cloud architectures and integrating AI solutions using technologies such as Java, Python, and TypeScript. I am passionate about delivering secure, high-performance applications that align technology with strategic business goals.

Throughout my career, I have led significant projects that resulted in measurable improvements, such as a 20% increase in partner engagement for an affiliate marketing platform at Amazon and a 40% increase in document handling throughput through AI automation at KeyBank. My ability to architect microservices and implement CI/CD pipelines has not only optimized performance but also enhanced operational efficiency, ensuring that I consistently deliver value to my teams and clients.

I thrive in collaborative environments where I can mentor junior engineers and contribute to innovative solutions. My commitment to continuous learning and adapting to new technologies drives my passion for software engineering, and I am excited to leverage my skills to tackle new challenges in the tech industry.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Staff Software Engineer

Amazon

Mar 2020 - Present (5 years 4 months)

Led the backend architecture and development for Levanta, an affiliate marketing platform, resulting in a 20% increase in partner engagement and supporting over 50M transactions monthly. Designed and implemented microservices with TypeScript, Java, and GraphQL, reducing API response time by 15% while maintaining 99.99% system uptime.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Texas Tech University logoTU

Texas Tech University

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

2009 - 2013

Studied Computer Science at Texas Tech University from 2009 to 2013. Gained foundational knowledge and skills in various aspects of computer science.

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