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Los Angeles County, California, United States

• Engineered a PDF output solution that perfectly replicates web-based designs,enhancing resume format and readability.• Developed a microservices architecture using Node.js for tasks like web scraping, boosting application performance.• Architected a scalable full-stack application with Next.js and Azure, featuringautomated CI/CD via GitHub, auto-scaling to 30+ instances, multi-region database replication, and a custom high-volume data schema.• Implemented advanced OCR with Python to automate user profile population,streamlining onboarding and reducing manual entry.• Designed an automated job scraping system in Python, integrating with employer portals for real-time updates, maintaining a daily-refreshed database of 1.5 million jobs.

Los Angeles County, California, United States

• Developed a vector storage system for efficient handling of files up to 10MB, reducing storage costs by 50% and achieving 75% faster data retrieval, resulting in a 30% increase in user engagement• Researched and evaluated emerging technologies, conducting proof-of-concepts and performance testing, leading to successful implementation and improvements insystem performance, development efficiency, and user experience • Implemented LLM-assisted features (art generation, X.com posting, web search),increasing user engagement by 15%• Built a highly scalable API using Python, FastAPI, and Flask, processing over 100,000requests with optimized design and caching, reducing average response time by 50%• Collaborated with co-founders to define the company's technical vision and strategy,aligning with business objectives and delivering measurable value

• Mastered advanced techniques in content filtering and security measures, providing unique insights for improving email security and user protection• Created and managed large-scale automated marketing campaigns, developing comprehensive understanding of traffic patterns, system behaviors, and potential vulnerabilities in digital ecosystems• Engineered custom scripts and tools for high-volume data processing and distribution, demonstrating skills applicable to developing efficient network monitoring and security systems• Conducted extensive A/B testing and analytics on various messaging strategies, gaining valuable insights into user behavior and engagement patterns crucial for enhancing digital communication security

Greater Los Angeles Area

Cannabis Processing Facility Management• Designed and implemented state-of-the-art facility, increasing production efficiency by 30% and reducing operating expenses by 20%• Engineered custom extraction solutions, boosting product purity by 25% and decreasing workplace accidents by 40%• Developed comprehensive SOPs, resulting in 95% adherence rate and 50% reduction in processing errorsProcess Optimization and Team Leadership• Trained and mentored staff on new SOPs, ensuring consistent high-quality output and regulatory compliance• Led cross-functional teams in continuous process improvement, adapting to evolving industry regulations• Collaborated with R&D, Quality Assurance, and Compliance to maintain highest standards of quality and safetyKey Achievements:• Achieved industry-leading throughputs while maintaining lower overhead costs• Implemented safety measures that significantly reduced workplace incidents• Streamlined operations, resulting in substantial improvements in product quality and operational efficiencyIndustry Recognition:• High Times Cannabis Cup: 2nd place Best Concentrate (2018) - Collaboration with DNA Genetics• Chalice California: 1st Place, Sativa Concentrate (2016) - Collaboration with Kanna King Farms• High Times Cannabis Cup: Best Breeders Concentrate (2019) - Collaboration with DNA Genetics