Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Certification
Accomplishments
Hardware
Industries
Operatingsystems
Methodologies
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Rust enthusiast, GenAI, fishing
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Konstantin Pupkov

Konstantin Pupkov

Sowtware Engineer
Walnut Creek,CA

Summary

Successful Lead Software Engineer offering more than 8 years of experience in demanding environments focused on producing cutting-edge designs for Security, Healthcare, and Finance. Skilled in directing development with creative and performance-oriented approach. Well-organized and customer-focused with proven skills in project management and team leadership. Complex problem-solver with analytical and driven mindset. Dedicated to achieving demanding development objectives according to tight schedules while producing impeccable code. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Versatile Software Engineer talented at contributing to team-developed projects. Collaborative designer of useful solutions and perfectly customized products. Knowledgeable in programming and gifted at creating unique art.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal Lead Software Engineer

Morgan Stanley
05.2022 - Current
  • REST API development with SpringBoot 2,3+ and AWS
  • Building a REST APIs for internal tools (account management, companies references), support existing projects
  • Java upgrade, improve DevOps
  • All projects based of AWS + Terraform + SpringBoot
  • My daily bases activities are: to develop Java code, code reviews, POCs, architecture, triage issues, implement stories, bug fixes, work with product owners, production support
  • We are using KANBAN
  • I created and run Rust Hack-a-thon in Feb/2022 for 20+ developers as team building exercise. Create POC to use GenAI (Assistants mode) with trader's journal
  • Performance improvements for legacy systems
  • Mentoring.
  • Automated routine tasks through scripting, allowing developers to focus on more critical aspects of their work effectively.
  • Managed project and personal schedule by consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Conducted thorough code reviews to maintain consistency, readability, and adherence to best practices.
  • Designed scalable software architecture to accommodate future enhancements without compromising current functionality.
  • Implemented and adopted cloud technologies and best practices for automation, configuration, monitoring and platform scalability.
  • Troubleshot complex issues swiftly under pressure while maintaining clear communication with affected parties.
  • Optimized database structures for faster query responses, improving overall application performance.
  • Mentored junior developers, fostering talent development and growth within the company.
  • Designed, coded, tested, debugged and documented programs using agile development practices.
  • Worked collaboratively with stakeholders to resolve technical roadblocks.
  • Contributed significantly towards company growth by developing innovative features that drove customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Integrated third-party APIs seamlessly into existing systems, expanding product capabilities without additional overhead costs.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions for clients'' needs.
  • Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
  • Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
  • Maintained existing software systems by identifying and correcting software defects.
  • Integrated third-party tools and components into applications.
  • Tested methodology with writing and execution of test plans, debugging and testing scripts and tools.
  • Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.
  • Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.
  • Rapidly prototyped new data processing capabilities to confirm integration feasibility into existing systems.
  • Promoted experience with Terraform, Docker and Amazon Web Services.
  • Led a team of software engineers to successfully complete projects within deadlines, ensuring high-quality end products.
  • Improved software performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in the development process.

Software Team Leader

Optum
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • REST API development with SpringBoot 2+ and Openshift
  • Building a task tracking system, support existing projects
  • Java upgrade, improve DevOps
  • All projects based of WebFlux + Reactive programming (r2dbc) + SpringBoot
  • UI development
  • My daily bases activities are: to manage team of 9+ developers and 4 QA, code reviews, POCs, architecture, triage issues, implement stories, bug fixes, work with product owners, production support
  • We are using SCRUM
  • Fostered strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including clients, vendors, management teams, facilitating clear communication channels throughout project lifecycles.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients by understanding their unique needs and translating them into actionable requirements for the development team.
  • Implemented innovative technologies to enhance the capabilities of existing software products, ensuring competitiveness in the market.
  • Increased product quality with thorough code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration practices.
  • Mentored junior developers to advance their technical skills, resulting in increased team productivity.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by promoting open communication and providing constructive feedback on projects.
  • Managed risk effectively by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Tracked progress against project milestones using effective monitoring tools, enabling timely intervention when necessary to keep projects on track.
  • Built a high-performing software team by recruiting top talent and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Established best practices for software development that led to increased code reusability and maintainability across projects.
  • Improved software development processes by implementing Agile methodologies and leading daily stand-up meetings.
  • Optimized application performance through detailed analysis of system bottlenecks, making necessary adjustments to improve efficiency.
  • Cultivated a positive team environment that encouraged open feedback, collaboration, and continuous improvement, leading to increased employee engagement and retention.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between the software development team and other departments for successful project outcomes.
  • Scheduled development timeframes, providing realistic and actionable frameworks for consistent development progress performance.
  • Held cross-disciplinary brainstorming sessions with technical leads from PDF report generation via one click button.
  • Built databases and table structures for web applications.
  • Coordinated deployments of new software, feature updates and fixes.
  • Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
  • Contributed ideas and suggestions in team meetings and delivered updates on deadlines, designs, and enhancements.
  • Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.
  • Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.
  • Analyzed work to generate logic for new systems, procedures and tests.
  • Conducted data modeling, performance and integration testing.
  • Supervised work of programmers, designers and technicians, assigned tasks and monitored performance against targets.
  • Tuned systems to boost performance.
  • Rapidly prototyped new data processing capabilities to confirm integration feasibility into existing systems.

Software Engineer

BestBuy
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • REST API development, production support
  • Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of the software.
  • Improved software performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in the code.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products on schedule.
  • Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
  • Enhanced user experience with intuitive interface design and responsive web applications.
  • Designed robust testing frameworks to validate functionality and ensure a high level of quality assurance.
  • Tested methodology with writing and execution of test plans, debugging and testing scripts and tools.
  • Tested functional compliance of company products.

Software Engineer

Wells Fargo
02.2020 - 08.2020
  • REST API development with SpringBoot and PCF
  • Building a set of batch processes for FDIC370 requirements
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products on schedule.
  • Provided technical guidance to junior developers, fostering a positive team environment and promoting professional growth.
  • Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.
  • Built databases and table structures

Principal Software Engineer

THALES USA
07.2015 - 01.2018
  • Remote worker since 06-2016
  • DSM - Data Security Platform (version 4, 5, 6)
  • REST API development for more than 250 APIs, server-side development, database development
  • DSM migration to new generation of WildFly (7,10,18), Migration to Java 11, performance improvements, implementation of BYOK (bring your own key) feature
  • Bug fixing for DSM versions: 4,5
  • Mentoring
  • Developed DSM versions: 4,5,6
  • Prototyping microservices solution using Swarm
  • Created test framework for DSM (developed more than 1200 unit tests, increased code coverage from 0% to 21%)
  • Migrated old Hibernate to JPA2, fasterxml to javax.json, Java 7 to Java 11
  • Implemented Swagger integration.
  • Collaborated with team to analyze system solutions based on client requirements.
  • Collaborated with team to determine application requirement specifications.
  • Worked with project managers, developers, quality assurance and customers to resolve technical issues.
  • Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
  • Tuned systems to boost performance.
  • Enhanced system security by designing and integrating comprehensive encryption algorithms.
  • Fostered a culture of innovation within the engineering team by encouraging experimentation with cutting-edge technologies.
  • Modernized legacy systems by refactoring outdated codebases, leading to enhanced maintainability and adaptability.
  • Estimated project requirements and planned milestones.
  • Improved software performance by conducting thorough code reviews and implementing optimization techniques.
  • Supervised team of developers and business analysts engaged in project for creation DSM system.
  • Led the development of critical features from ideation to launch, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder requirements.
  • Mentored junior engineers via careful supervision through onboarding process and beyond.
  • Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
  • Maintained existing software systems by identifying and correcting software defects.
  • Integrated third-party tools and components into applications.
  • Collaborated with fellow engineers to evaluate software and hardware interfaces.
  • Participated in architecture, design and implementation of back-end features using Java.
  • Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
  • Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.
  • Supervised work of programmers, designers and technicians, assigned tasks and monitored performance against targets.

Education

PhD in Technical Science -

Moscow Technological University
01.1997

Skills

  • Java
  • Microservices Architecture
  • API Development
  • Rust
  • Kubernetes
  • Javascript
  • SQL
  • AWS
  • Software Architecture Design
  • Front-End Development
  • Database programming
  • Cyber Security Protocols
  • Web Security
  • Troubleshooting

Websites

Certification

  • Game theory (coursera)
  • Gamification (coursera)
  • Algorithms I,II from Standford (coursera)
  • Java Sun certified professional ( jdk1.4 ) 310-035

Accomplishments

  • More than 100 apps in android market (health care adviser).
  • Rust projects - https://fromkos.com
  • Ybc (Yew-based UI framework) contribution: https://github.com/goodidea-kp/ybc
  • Video/Image analysis tool "AfterGame" - https://fromkos.com/ag.html

Hardware

  • X86 platform
  • Apple
  • Raspberry PI
  • Android
  • IBeacon
  • IPhone
  • Yubikey

Industries

  • Security
  • Finance (investment/trading)
  • Encryption
  • Key management
  • Data protection
  • Advertising and search related experience
  • Telecommunication industry
  • HealthCare related experience
  • Freight (oil transportation by sea) related experience
  • Insurance related experience
  • Finance related experience
  • Logistic related experience
  • Oil & Gas industry related experience

Operatingsystems

  • Windows
  • Linux
  • Solaris
  • Ubuntu
  • Mac

Methodologies

Agile/SCRUM development

Personal Information

Citizenship: US Citizen

Rust enthusiast, GenAI, fishing

Active contributer to Yewstack (ybc framework), integration with OpenAI based on Stock trader's journal project. Rust evaluation to be a full stack development tool with numerous set of labs on my personal resource

Timeline

Principal Lead Software Engineer

Morgan Stanley
05.2022 - Current

Software Team Leader

Optum
01.2021 - 05.2022

Software Engineer

BestBuy
08.2020 - 12.2020

Software Engineer

Wells Fargo
02.2020 - 08.2020

Principal Software Engineer

THALES USA
07.2015 - 01.2018

PhD in Technical Science -

Moscow Technological University

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