I'm Maria Astudillo, a disciplined and enthusiastic Software Engineer and DevOps professional with a strong passion for solving complex problems in cloud computing and automation. Over the course of my career, I've gained hands-on experience in software development, API integration, and cloud infrastructure management across platforms like AWS and GCP. Whether automating CI/CD pipelines or developing secure, scalable APIs, I approach each challenge with an empathetic and collaborative mindset, always keeping the user and system performance in focus.📌 Professional Journey:I began my career as a Freelance Graphic Artist, transitioning into software engineering where I developed a deep appreciation for Python programming and web development. My path has taken me through roles at companies like Prelude, Slalom Build, and Teladoc Health, where I expanded my expertise in cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices. Most recently, at the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics, I work on Python applications, automation solutions, and infrastructure optimization, while also improving operational workflows and performance across various systems.🔑 Key Accomplishments:Throughout my career, I’ve:Developed Python-based APIs on Google Cloud Functions for applications on GCP, managing Firestore databases for seamless backend operations.Automated CI/CD pipelines using Bash and Python, improving deployment efficiency by 25%.Written CloudFormation templates for AWS infrastructure, reducing manual configuration time by 30%.Led a Google Drive transition project, enhancing security and reducing the attack surface by 75%.Authored comprehensive technical documentation that reduced onboarding time and improved operational clarity for development teams.💼 Skills & Expertise:My technical toolkit includes expertise in Python, AWS (CloudFormation, Lambda), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Firestore, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and various automation tools like Jenkins and Ansible. Along with my programming and DevOps skills, I bring strong communication and problem-solving abilities to bridge technical and non-technical teams effectively.🎯 What's Next?:As a backend software engineer with a strong DevOps background, my goal is to continue growing in dynamic environments where I can use my technical skills to build efficient, scalable, and secure systems. If you're looking for a dedicated professional who thrives in fast-paced settings and has a passion for innovation—let's connect!