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Fairfax County, Virginia, United States

In my current job, I provide the test team with new tools for validating user interface functionality using image recognition, leveraging my familiarity with Jira and GitLab to enhance team performance. I utilize various geospatial file formats and programming languages to optimize application runtime and verification processes. Additionally, I develop proficiency in React to design and deploy user interfaces, ensuring a state-of-the-art development environment for the team. I also share technical insights on Docker Compose by participating in tech discussions.Some of my key attainments for this job are here.• Established a Docker-based runtime environment tailored for AI projects focused on satellite image feature detection.• Enhanced application functionality by creating new features, rectifying code base issues, and implementing enhancements.• Contributed to full-stack development, covering frontend, middleware, backend, database, and pipelines.• Designed tailored Docker configurations for client-facing applications with user-friendly documentation creation.

Hanover, Maryland, United States

In this job, I collaborated with telecom partners, including the US Government, Facebook, COX Internet, AT&T, Samsung, Glydways, and Verizon, to manage company contracts. I implemented an official instant messaging system to improve internal communication, company operations, and programming language support. I developed technical presentations for both internal and external audiences and organized various meetings for project managers, from Sprint Planning to Security design discussions. I mentored interns and new hires on coding practices and worked with the CTO to enhance download speeds from SVN storage. Moreover, I managed various administrative tasks, including account maintenance, system configuration, updates, tech support for staff, and network supervision.Some of my notable contributions to this job are here.• Revitalized outdated software by creating a new hardware configuration and deployment system.• Set up a test deployment server and reduced error rates and manual regression testing time via automated test tools.• Introduced agile methodology to the company through company-wide presentation, earning recognition from the CEO.• Enhanced compatibility of company software with operating systems by updating all network devices and integrating Amazon Web Services (AWS) into software infrastructure.• Served as Administrator for JIRA, Confluence, Gitlab, and SVN servers and streamlined the company's software development pipeline including internal Wikis, AWS deployments, test servers, and build pipeline sites.

Reston, Virginia, United States

Throughout this job, I led project engagements for client companies, focusing on technology system improvements, change management, and IT support. I developed user interfaces for customs border patrol officers, emphasizing accuracy, and utilized Amazon EC2 for threat architecture and cloud security. I managed server environments, employed Struts2 for data routing, and supported the integration of mobile passport and border security software. Additionally, I collaborated with team members and users to optimize data presentation for border patrol officers. I conducted weekly team status meetings, effectively communicated technical aspects to customers, and translated jargon into layman's terms. I also diagnosed and resolved customer-reported incidents on the help desk.Some of my crucial achievements for this job are here.• Created, debugged, and maintained high-volume, low-latency applications for tracking criminals and threats to national security in a government agency.• Played a key role in developing analytics in Java for Apache Hadoop cloud, creating a web-based platform for shared datasets computations, and facilitating query launches via the interface for customer reward data reports.• Supported customers facing technical issues on the rotating help desk for immigration applications at Customs and Border Protection.