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SeniorSoftwareEngineer
James Jacques

James Jacques

St Louis,Missouri

Summary

Well-qualified Full Stack Developer familiar with wide range of programming utilities and languages. Knowledgeable of backend and frontend development requirements. Handles any part of process with ease. Collaborative team player with excellent technical abilities offering 14 years of related experience.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Senior Full Stack Developer

AVIKA Solutions Pvt Ltd
06.2020 - 11.2023
  • Spearheaded end-to-end development lifecycle of robust multi-tiered applications leveraging JAVA and Angular, demonstrating strong command over full-stack development and architectural best practices.
  • Architected and implemented scalable RESTful services and traditional web services, employing JSON and XML technologies to enhance application interoperability and data exchange efficiency.
  • Mastered Spring MVC framework, leading design and integration of critical components (Controllers, Services, Repositories) to bolster application functionality and user experience.
  • Advanced proficiency in Hibernate & HQL, orchestrating object-relational mapping and optimizing data retrieval processes, significantly improving database interaction efficiency.
  • Pioneered adoption of Angular UI libraries ( ng2-Tree, Angular Material Iconic, Bootstrap), elevating application UI/UX through innovative design and responsive layouts.
  • Championed development of Angular 2 applications, focusing on Services, Components, and Routing to ensure seamless navigation and cohesive user experience.
  • Deep understanding of Object-Oriented Programming principles, adeptly applied to enhance code maintainability, scalability, and performance across multiple projects.
  • Expert in crafting responsive web pages using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and optimal user engagement.
  • Led development of data access layer using SQL, JDBC, and Hibernate, streamlining data operations and enhancing application responsiveness.
  • Extensive experience with major web application servers (Apache, WebSphere, Tomcat), optimizing deployment strategies and server configurations to achieve peak performance.
  • Initiated and conducted technology training sessions, instrumental in skill enhancement and team development, significantly contributing to organization's technical competency uplift.

Full Stack Web Developer

LEARN Academy
02.2015 - 06.2019
  • Strategically collaborated with clients to understand site requirements, crafting comprehensive development plans and budgets that align with their visions and business goals.
  • Led transformation of legacy websites into modern, mobile-friendly platforms, ensuring seamless user experiences across devices and significantly enhancing site accessibility.
  • Championed adoption of SEO best practices in web design, ensuring top-tier site rankings and maximizing online visibility through optimized content and metadata strategies.
  • Pioneered implementation of static site generation techniques, slashing page load times by over 40%, markedly improving site performance and user engagement.
  • Conducted in-depth analyses to identify coding requirements for new websites, incorporating e-commerce functionalities, robust security measures, and custom scripts to meet diverse business needs.
  • Directed end-to-end website development process, from translating mockups into dynamic web presences to deploying advanced HTML, CSS, and JavaScript solutions.
  • Engineered cutting-edge, responsive websites leveraging React., setting new standards in user experience and driving significant increases in online visibility and brand engagement.
  • Crafted unique, visually compelling logos and digital assets to elevate brand identity, fostering brand recognition and attracting broader audience base.
  • Integrated sophisticated, user-friendly contact forms with SendGrid, enhancing business-client communication channels and facilitating efficient inquiry handling.
  • Oversaw comprehensive website maintenance and support initiatives, guaranteeing superior site functionality, up-to-date content, and uninterrupted performance, thereby securing client satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Developed efficient and maintainable software according to business objectives and needs of clients.

Software Engineer

Software Engineer
01.2009 - 11.2014

Project Idea Management System

  • Architected and led development of comprehensive Project Idea Management application using Python and SQL Alchemy, streamlining logging, cataloging, and rating of 10 innovative project concepts.
  • Designed intuitive user interface enabling users to effortlessly add, modify, rate, and delete project ideas, complete with detailed attributes, enhancing user engagement and content quality.
  • Innovated search and filtering capabilities to ensure smooth navigation and accessibility, significantly improving user experience and operational efficiency.
  • Tech Stack: Python, SQL Alchemy.

Photography Web Application

  • Spearheaded development of dynamic web application for Photography, enhancing online presence and customer engagement by showcasing photographer portfolios and facilitating session bookings.
  • Implemented sophisticated role-based authentication mechanisms, ensuring secure and role-appropriate access for photographers and users, thus bolstering platform security and user trust.
  • Tech Stack: Python, Flask, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap.

Flight Attendant Pay Tracker

  • Led creation of innovative application designed to empower flight attendants with ability to track and compare pay scales, fostering transparency and informed career decisions.
  • Integrated Charts for advanced data visualization, presenting complex pay scale data through interactive charts and graphs, thereby enhancing user comprehension and engagement.
  • Tested troubleshooting methods and documented resolutions for inclusion in knowledge base for support team use.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

New York University
Brooklyn, NY
04.2008

Skills

  • Javascript
  • Typescript
  • Java
  • Kotlin
  • Swift
  • C#
  • Node
  • Python
  • Ruby
  • PHP
  • React, Angular, Vue, Next, Nuxt
  • Nest, Express, Koa
  • GCP, AWS, Azure
  • Laravel, CI, WP, Zend
  • Unit Test, Jest, Mocha, Chai, Cypress
  • Git, CI/CD, Kubernate, Docker

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Flexible work hoursCareer advancementWork from home optionTeam Building / Company Retreats

Interests

Football, Swimming

Timeline

Senior Full Stack Developer

AVIKA Solutions Pvt Ltd
06.2020 - 11.2023

Full Stack Web Developer

LEARN Academy
02.2015 - 06.2019

Software Engineer

Software Engineer
01.2009 - 11.2014

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

New York University
James Jacques