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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

In my role as a Software Developer at Rebel.com, I focused on developing, deploying, and maintaining sophisticated cloud-based solutions leveraging the AWS ecosystem. My technical proficiency was grounded in C#, Node.js, and a comprehensive range of DevOps tools and practices.Key Contributions:- Designed and executed a complex system migration using AWS, Terraform, and Docker, successfully transitioning tens of thousands of users to a new email product.- Coordinated and managed interactions between engineering, customer service, and stakeholders. Played a pivotal role in developing and executing a migration plan that was integral to a major product launch.- Developed and implemented a continuous delivery pipeline using GitHub Actions and CodePipeline, resulting in its integration into production environments and enabling frequent daily deployments.- Actively mentored junior developers, providing insights on technical challenges and imparting best practices in software engineering.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

In my role as a System Administrator for the Carleton Food Collective, a community-focused non-profit organization, I was instrumental in managing and optimizing their Linux systems. I tailored technical solutions to suit the needs of a non-technical team, ensuring optimal system performance and high availability, while also focusing on streamlining user onboarding processes.Key Contributions:- Led the administration of Linux-based systems, emphasizing operational efficiency and stability. This was crucial in supporting the organization’s day-to-day activities, allowing them to concentrate on their mission without technical hurdles.- Leveraged Ansible and Terraform to automate the deployment processes within the production environment. This approach ensured consistent configurations across systems, simplified management, and improved reliability and maintenance ease.- Successfully implemented a Single Sign-on solution across all organizational platforms, significantly boosting identity access management. This initiative not only strengthened security but also markedly improved the user experience, especially for new users familiarizing themselves with our systems.