Alan Vega
Software Engineer
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
An adept Software Engineer whose drive stems from a passion for solving complex problems and a resilience that embraces challenges and learning from failure. Known for a collaborative spirit, this professional excels in both team-driven and independent scenarios, consistently delivering solutions that meet the moment. With a keen eye for innovation and a dedication to excellence, they navigate the intricacies of software development with a strategic mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineer
Lava Protocol Inc.
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Implemented protocols for interacting with blockchain nodes, managing transactions, and retrieving blockchain data.
- Developed and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure the reliability, security, and robustness of software components.
- Shared technical opinions and expanded on use cases for the use cases of the Lava protocol with team members, diving into many different aspects of possible product development.
- Collaborate with system architects to ensure alignment of software designs with overall network architecture and scalability goals.
Backend Engineer
Skynet Labs. (contract)
Remote
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Identified and resolved network issues while testing a new decentralized database model to optimize a public modules performance, improvement was bench-marked at a 10% decrease in memory usage.
- Addressed scalability challenges and implemented security measures to ensure robust and reliable system performance.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of designers, developers, and system administrators to achieve project goals; the development of a network wide user messaging system.
- Presented innovative capabilities and use cases for Skynet's decentralized database during team meetings, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Full Stack Developer
Adventure Corporation
Los Angeles, CA
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with back-end developers to design efficient and seamless APIs for enhanced client-server interoperability.
- Participated in code reviews, debugged issues, and implemented corrections to ensure optimal application performance.
- Utilized Node.js, ORMs with SQL/NoSQL databases to develop and manage data storage and retrieval.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including designers, product managers, and other developers, to implement new features and improvements for a streamlined user experience.
- Served as the lead architect for a Web3 microservice custodial application, facilitating secure token transfers and wallet hosting.
- Developed client architecture to multiple SPA applications utilizing react; one of which made it to MVP.
Software Developer Intern
Adventure Corporation
Los Angeles, CA
12.2019 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with development, QA, and user experience teams to support new product development efforts.
- Assisted in testing client-server network components
to ensure optimal performance and reliability. - Aided in simple bug cleanups and refactoring reusable code for better project maintainability.
Education
Computer Science
El Camino College
Torrance, CASkills
Javascript
Typescript
Linux
GIt
Docker
NodeJs
Express
GraphQL
MySQL/PostgreSQL
MongoDB/Firebase
ReactJs/NextJs
Web3/Ethers/IPFS
Websites
Timeline
Software Engineer
Lava Protocol Inc.
04.2023 - 09.2023
Backend Engineer
Skynet Labs. (contract)
05.2022 - 08.2022
Full Stack Developer
Adventure Corporation
02.2021 - 08.2021
Software Developer Intern
Adventure Corporation
12.2019 - 01.2021
Computer Science
El Camino College