Daniel Uzokwe
Austin,TX
Summary
Motivated Software Engineer with expertise in Java, Python, and cloud-based performance testing. Skilled in automation, application optimization, and performance engineering. Adept at working with JMeter, LoadRunner, and Azure. Seeking to leverage expertise in developing scalable and efficient solutions.
Software development professional prepared for high-impact roles within technology-driven environments. Extensive background in designing and optimizing software solutions, with commitment to delivering high-quality results. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability, with key skills in coding and system architecture.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineer
General Motors
01.2024 - Current
- Develop and maintain software solutions for the Global Purchasing and Supply Chain (GPSC) organization within the OLPT team
- Utilize Java and Python for application development, automation, and system optimization
- Work with cloud-based technologies, including Azure, to enhance software performance and scalability
- Conduct software testing and optimization to improve efficiency and reliability
- Worked on the storage grid migration for GM, ensuring smooth data transition and performance improvements.
- Served as a backend developer for the Cost Per Part initiative, focusing on data ingestion for Athingz files and cloud-based infrastructure with Azure and Databricks.
- Contributed to frontend development, addressing cache cleanup and debugging to improve application performance.
- Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of the software.
- Improved software performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in the code.
- Implemented automated build and deployment processes to streamline release management procedures.
Performance Engineer
General Motors
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Designed and implemented performance testing strategies for critical systems
- Used LoadRunner, JMeter, and VuGen for performance testing and bottleneck identification
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize application performance and scalability
- Gained experience in cloud performance testing and automation
- Provided performance engineering services across all GPSC and Manufacturing applications, including benchmark testing, troubleshooting, and performance validation
- Led PCF migration to K8 environments in Spring 2023, contributing to GM’s billion-dollar cost savings initiative.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot crashes and performance-related issues, working closely with application teams.
- Served as a mentor, educating the GPSC department on performance testing best practices as part of the Persistent Team Model initiative.
- Streamlined testing processes for improved efficiency and reduced turnaround time.
- Implemented robust monitoring tools for real-time identification of performance issues, enabling swift resolution.
- Maintained up-to-date documentation on system architecture and performance benchmarks, facilitating knowledge transfer within the team.
- Evaluated new technologies and methodologies for potential adoption into the performance engineering process, driving continuous improvement efforts.
Front-End Developer Intern
ThinQ.tv
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Developed and improved website features using Ruby on Rails
- Pushed multiple code updates to production through GitHub
- Collaborated with a development team to enhance UI/UX design and overall user experience
- Assisted in debugging issues promptly by identifying root causes and implementing appropriate solutions, minimizing downtime for endusers.
Summer Camp Coding Instructor
North Carolina A&T State University
07.2019 - 07.2019
- Taught middle school students coding fundamentals in Python, Java, and HTML
- Led hands-on projects, helping students develop basic websites based on their interests
- Enhanced student coding skills by implementing hands-on projects and real-world scenarios in the curriculum.
- Introduced new programming languages and platforms to keep pace with evolving industry standards, ensuring students remained competitive in the job market.
Education
Master of Professional Studies - Technology Management
Georgetown University
Washington, DC05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Information and Computer Technology
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2021
Skills
- Java
- Python
- C
- SQL
- Ruby on Rails
- HTML
- LoadRunner
- JMeter
- VuGen
- Azure
- Cloud-Based Performance Testing
- Software Development
- Test execution
- Machine learning basics
- Memory management
- Performance tuning
- Unit testing frameworks
- Javascript
Timeline
Software Engineer
General Motors
01.2024 - Current
Performance Engineer
General Motors
01.2022 - 12.2023
Front-End Developer Intern
ThinQ.tv
05.2020 - 08.2020
Summer Camp Coding Instructor
North Carolina A&T State University
07.2019 - 07.2019
Master of Professional Studies - Technology Management
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Science - Information and Computer Technology
East Carolina University
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
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