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James Baylor

Software
Philadelphia,PA

Summary

With over 11 years of experience in .NET, C#, ASP.NET Core, and SQL Server, I have consistently designed and implemented complex backend systems that deliver high performance and reliability.

I specialize in cloud-native architectures utilizing Azureand AWS, allowing for scalable, resilient, and cost-efficient solutions that meet business demands.

My expertise includes system design, microservices architecture, and enterprise software development, ensuring maintainable, extensible, and robust platforms for large-scale applications.

I drive measurable business impact by optimizing database performance, improving API response times by up to 40%, and automating CI/CD pipelines to accelerate release cycles.

I excel in RESTful API design, integration services, and application performance tuning, aligning technical solutions directly with organizational KPIs and objectives.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams, I leverage Agile and Scrum methodologies to deliver high-quality software solutions consistently on time.

I have led large-scale migration projects to cloud platforms, modernizing legacy ASP.NET systems and reducing downtime by 99.9% during transitions.

My focus on innovation, problem-solving, and technical leadership consistently improves system reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Software Engineer

Uber
, USA
10.2023 - Current

 Designed and implemented microservices architecture in .NET Core for high-traffic applications, improving overall scalability by 35%.
 Optimized SQL Server queries and database indexing, reducing data retrieval time by 40% and improving end-user experience.
 Led migration of legacy ASP.NET applications to Azure Cloud, achieving 99.9% uptime while maintaining data integrity.
 Developed RESTful APIs consumed by web and mobile clients, supporting over 1,000,000 users with high reliability.
 Implemented Docker and Kubernetes for containerized deployments, improving CI/CD efficiency by 50%.
 Integrated Redis caching to enhance real-time data processing and minimize latency during peak usage hours.
 Applied CQRS and Event-Driven Architecture to ensure system resilience and maintainability for complex backend operations.
 Collaborated with product and design teams using Scrum, delivering multiple releases each quarter with consistent quality.
 Analyzed performance metrics and applied optimizations that reduced infrastructure costs by 20% annually.
 Provided technical mentorship to junior developers, elevating overall team coding standards and productivity.
 Designed industry-specific solutions for ride-sharing platforms, improving transaction reliability and driver satisfaction rates.

.NET Engineer

Intuit
, USA
11.2021 - 05.2023

 Led development of financial applications in .NET Core to enable secure and efficient payment processing across multiple platforms.
 Redesigned backend services with microservices architecture to handle over 2,000,000 daily transactions efficiently and securely.
 Optimized SQL Server and PostgreSQL databases, achieving 30% faster query performance for critical financial operations.
 Implemented Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, reducing deployment time by 60% and minimizing production downtime.
 Developed RESTful APIs for mobile banking applications, improving API response times by 25% for thousands of users.
 Modernized legacy WinForms applications into Blazor WebAssembly frontends, enhancing user experience and maintainability.
 Integrated application monitoring using Application Insights and logging frameworks to ensure high availability.
 Applied TDD and comprehensive unit testing, increasing code coverage to 85% and reducing production defects.
 Led cross-functional teams following Agile methodology to deliver mission-critical financial features on schedule.
 Designed secure authentication and authorization systems aligned with industry regulations, protecting sensitive customer data.

Software Developer

Gusto
, USA
06.2014 - 04.2021

 Built scalable HR management applications using ASP.NET Core and Entity Framework, supporting thousands of employees.
 Optimized database queries and implemented advanced caching strategies, improving application performance by 30%.
 Developed microservices for payroll and benefits processing, enhancing system reliability and processing speed.
 Implemented Azure cloud solutions to enable secure, efficient, and scalable data storage and retrieval.
 Designed REST APIs for web and mobile clients, improving integration with third-party HR and benefits tools.
 Collaborated with cross-functional teams using Scrum, consistently delivering reliable software under tight deadlines.
 Analyzed usage metrics and system performance to proactively reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

CALIFONIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
09.2005 - 04.2010

Skills

  • ASPNET MVC
  • Web API
  • C#
  • SQL Server
  • Database Design
  • Optimization
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • JQuery
  • Agile Development
  • Scrum
  • Test-Driven Development (TDD)
  • Continuous Integration
  • Version Control
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Design Patterns
  • SOLID
  • DRY
  • KISS
  • Microservices Architecture
  • Scalable Systems Design
  • Caching
  • Performance Optimization
  • Azure
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Visual Studio
  • Postman
  • Jenkins
  • Logging
  • Monitoring
  • Splunk
  • New Relic

Timeline

Senior Software Engineer

Uber
10.2023 - Current

.NET Engineer

Intuit
11.2021 - 05.2023

Software Developer

Gusto
06.2014 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

CALIFONIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
09.2005 - 04.2010
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