Andrew Shear
Casselberry,FL
Summary
Experienced Software Engineer with 8+ years of experience building and scaling high-performance applications. I specialize in designing and developing robust APIs using Golang, Python, and Rust, leveraging cloud platforms (GCP, AWS) and Kubernetes. I'm proficient in both NoSQL and SQL databases and have a strong understanding of backend development best practices. I've collaborated with stakeholders, including investors, to define API requirements, and I'm experienced in the full API lifecycle, from design to deployment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
Years of API Design
Work History
Senior Golang Engineer (App & Platform)
Bayer Crop Science
10.2022 - Current
- Architected and developed key components of a high-volume Golang system (hundreds of millions of
messages weekly), significantly increasing scalability and performance for internal and external API users.
Implemented CRDs and controllers to automate critical API-related processes, further enhancing usability
and reliability. - Led projects designing and implementing core infrastructure APIs, including Kubernetes integration,
dynamic configuration, and secure secrets management. These APIs directly supported key business
initiatives by ensuring high availability, reliability, and scalability for internal and external consumers.
Managed project scope, deadlines, and stakeholder collaboration. - Built and maintained foundational infrastructure, including Kubernetes orchestration, dynamic
configuration, and secrets storage, ensuring high availability and reliability. - Thrived in a high-autonomy environment, proactively identifying and driving improvements to API design,
development, and maintenance processes. Embraced an entrepreneurial mindset toward API innovation.
Senior Software Engineer (Platform & Algorithmic Trading)
YodTech LLC
06.2019 - 10.2022
- Designed, implemented, and deployed multiple profitable algorithmic trading systems, focusing on the
development of robust and efficient APIs for real-time trading of ETFs, Stocks, Forex, and Futures. These
APIs served as the foundation for automated trading strategies. - Worked directly with investors to understand their profit goals and ensure trading strategies aligned with
their objectives. - Developed and maintained high-quality, scalable APIs and microservices using Golang and Python, forming
the core platform for trading operations. - Implemented an on-premises Kubernetes cluster and integrated it with Google Cloud Platform's GKE,
creating a hybrid cloud environment optimized for API performance and scalability. This facilitated seamless
deployment and management of trading APIs. - Led the migration of a legacy codebase to containerized Golang microservices, completing the project on
time and within budget. This significantly improved scalability and simplified employee training. - Collaborated with the machine learning team to scale and deploy their solutions on Kubernetes, designing
and implementing APIs that enabled seamless integration of AI-driven insights into the trading platform.
This facilitated the use of machine learning models within the trading strategies via standardized API calls.
Technical Recall Specialist
American Honda Motor Co
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed and implemented a Python-based automated data ingestion system, reducing manual input by 95% and saving each employee approximately two hours per day. This dramatically increased efficiency and freed up valuable time for other tasks.
- Oversaw outreach activities for district recall coordinators, approving customer goodwill requests and ensuring excellent customer service, contributing to improved customer retention.
Data Analyst
Lee and Associates
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Used Python to analyze data and identify optimal locations for commercial properties based on key indicators. This analysis directly contributed to over $100,000 in annual revenue.
- Automated the creation of reports for internal use and investor presentations using Python and Selenium. This eliminated manual data sifting and manipulation, significantly reducing workload and improving efficiency and consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Management
Seminole State College
01.2018
Skills
- Golang / Python / Rust
- NoSQL / SQL
- CI / CD
- Algorithmic Trading
- Distributed Systems
- GCP / AWS
- Kubernetes / Nomad
- Investor Communication
Timeline
Senior Golang Engineer (App & Platform)
Bayer Crop Science
10.2022 - Current
Senior Software Engineer (Platform & Algorithmic Trading)
YodTech LLC
06.2019 - 10.2022
Technical Recall Specialist
American Honda Motor Co
09.2018 - 06.2019
Data Analyst
Lee and Associates
10.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Management
Seminole State College