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Mindy Yan

Seattle,WA

Summary

A skilled software developer with expertise in building and optimizing backend systems, including microservices and CI/CD pipelines, for efficiency and scalability. Adept at real-time data processing, database management, and automation, achieving significant operational improvements in previous roles. Experience spans backend development, UX/UI design, and data analysis, demonstrating versatility and a strong technical foundation. Holds advanced degrees in Information Technology and Computer Science, complementing a solid understanding of business processes and user-centered design.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

.Net Developer (Contractor for FastTek)

UPS
06.2023 - 11.2024

Backend Team:

  • Developed and maintained microservices architecture using .Net 4.8 and WCF for fetching/tracking packages, drivers, location information, and history data via RESTful services
  • Developed a real-time data stream (RTDS) messaging microservice that facilitated efficient handling of incoming data streams by retrieving and mapping messages to corresponding object classes, thereby managing data storage for querying and processing in SQL and managing database operations with Entity Framework
  • Implemented unit testing for each microservice to ensure reliability and functionality using NUnit
  • Extensive experience with Git for version control, using SourceTree for repository management, and leveraging Azure DevOps for project tracking, code reviews within Agile-Scrum methodologies

CI/ CD team:

  • Developed a CI/CD module to streamline package staging across various environments from over an hour to merely 10-15 minutes, substantially improving deployment processes
  • Implemented CI/CD module backend with Entity Framework and ASP.Net Web API for scalable server-side logic and oversaw an Angular-based dashboard(originally prototyped in MVVM) for real-time monitoring of over 400 VMs)for monitoring over 400 VMs in real-time
  • Spearheaded the automation of package creation using Jenkins and batch scripting, PowerShell, successfully reducing the manual process time from 2.5 hours to under 10 minutes, thereby significantly enhancing operational efficiency
  • Built a tool using WPF & Windows UI Automation API to validate successful application installations by interacting with system UI elements

UX/UI Designer

Xiaohan Technology
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Contributed to developing an education system, drawing design sketches, creating high-fidelity prototypes, and writing websites
  • Utilized design tools and software to create wireframes prototypes and effectively communicate ideas and concepts to stakeholders and clients

Sales & Supply Support Specialist (Data Analyst)

IKEA
11.2015 - 05.2017
  • Managed supply chain and product availability through data analysis, forecasting, and inventory management
  • Worked with the commercial team for range and space management, optimizing logistics and retail processes

Education

Master of Science - Information Technologies

University of Queensland
Brisbane, Australia
01.2020

Certificate - Computer Science

Seattle University
Seabeck, WA
01.2022

Bachelor of Business -

Victoria University
Melbourne, Australia
01.2014

Skills

    Programming:

  • C#
  • SQL
  • Java
  • Typescript
  • Batch scripting
  • Powershell
  • NET & Frameworks:

  • Net Core
  • ASPNET
  • LINQ
  • Entity Framework
  • WCF
  • MVVM
  • Web Development:

  • Angular 11
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • Database & Platform:

  • SQL Server
  • Jenkins
  • TFS
  • GIT

Languages

English
Chinese (Mandarin)

Timeline

.Net Developer (Contractor for FastTek)

UPS
06.2023 - 11.2024

UX/UI Designer

Xiaohan Technology
01.2021 - 06.2021

Sales & Supply Support Specialist (Data Analyst)

IKEA
11.2015 - 05.2017

Master of Science - Information Technologies

University of Queensland

Certificate - Computer Science

Seattle University

Bachelor of Business -

Victoria University
Mindy Yan