MIKA NELSON
Corbin,KY
Summary
Solutions-driven Java Developer showcasing an academic background and F500 professional experience in database management systems, SQL, and integration between applications and databases. Passionate about architecting elegant solutions that align with industry best practices. Thrives in team environments and engaging with colleagues to drive collective problem-solving. Committed to delivering high-quality code to improve performance and scalability.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineer
Wal-Mart
Remote
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Improved data accuracy and enhanced security by implementing a Spring Boot Gateway filter to allow Fitment-eligible sellers access to fitment APIs
- Achieved 95% code coverage on newly implemented code and 95% across all Fitment-related classes, significantly reducing potential bugs and improving overall system reliability
- Updated filter to call to new GraphQL endpoint after retiring old REST endpoint, ensuring uninterrupted service and improved performance for the application users
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement a validation framework for fitment data, reducing data discrepancies and ensuring accurate fitment information for users.
Environment: GitHub, Git, React, JavaScript, Spring Boot, Java, Windows, SQL
Creative and Towny Server Developer
MineSuperior
Remote
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Reduced load and bloat on creative server by migrating server from three plugins for GUI to one plugin
- Improved user experience by developing and implementing a seasonal event for the Towny server using Skript
- Optimized server performance and scalability through code optimization and database management
- Increased user engagement by integrating innovative gameplay features for Creative and Towny servers.
Environment: Java, Skript
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science -
Eastern Kentucky University
05-2021
Skills
- Java
- Spring Framework
- Hibernate
- RESTful API
- JDBC
- JPA
- Maven
- Git
- JUnit
- AGILE
- SQL
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- Application Development
- Game Design
- Database Systems, Ethics & Software Engineering
- GitHub
- Unity
- Unreal Engine
- CI/CD
- HeidiSQL
- JSON
- Spring
- Java
- C#
- Bootstrap
- Spring Boot
- GraphQL
- Mockito
- JUnit
- MySQL
- Angular
- React
Hobbies and Interests
- Game Development
Projects
Game Design Capstone (Love is Hell), Project Lead, Oversaw end-to-end project management and a four-person game development team. Programmed core bullet hell and dating sim conversation logic using C#.
Community Service
Eastern Kentucky University Game & Development, Board Member and Treasurer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Software Engineer
Wal-Mart
04.2022 - 04.2023
Creative and Towny Server Developer
MineSuperior
05.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science -
Eastern Kentucky University