As a Senior Software Engineer at Gracenote (a Nielsen company), I bring over 7 years of experience in designing and developing scalable, high-performance backend systems. My expertise lies in building reliable, distributed systems using Java, Python, AWS, and big data technologies like Apache Spark, Airflow, and Hadoop, with a strong focus on microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.Throughout my career, I've led several high-impact projects that have driven measurable results. One of my most significant contributions was the successful launch of a web application tool, which I developed from scratch to production. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, I designed efficient workflows and implemented a solution using Java, Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, and React. This tool attracted new customers, directly contributing to revenue growth for the company.In addition, I led the Gracenote Watch Prompts project, building a data pipeline using PySpark and Apache Spark to process and manage data from multiple sources. My efforts ensured timely data delivery under strict deadlines, increasing editorial team efficiency by 70%. Another key achievement was developing a data pipeline for video popularity scoring, which improved real-time data processing capabilities by 40% through the use of Python, Kubernetes, and Helm.Beyond technical implementation, I’m dedicated to mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative environment. My focus on code quality, through practices like code reviews, system design discussions, and pair programming, has been essential in maintaining high standards across the team.Key technologies I work with include:Java, Python, Scala and Spring BootAWS (Lambda, S3, RDS, SQS), Docker, Kubernetes, HelmPySpark, Apache Spark, Amazon Delta Lake, Kafka, and MyBatisCI/CD tools like Jenkins, Terraform, and GitI’ve also integrated Okta authentication to strengthen application security, reducing login error rates by 50% and enhancing system reliability. Through my optimization efforts, I’ve achieved a 30% increase in system efficiency and streamlined data pipelines to ensure seamless data flow across the organization.I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and enjoy tackling complex technical challenges. Whether it’s leading a project from concept to deployment or diving deep into distributed systems and cloud infrastructure, I’m always eager to learn, innovate, and deliver solutions that drive business success.