Russell Saia
Waltham,MA
Summary
Software development professional prepared for high-impact roles within technology-driven environments. Extensive background in designing and optimizing software solutions, with commitment to delivering high-quality results. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability, with key skills in coding and system architecture.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software Engineer I
Principal Financial Group
05.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with other engineers to evaluate and improve software and hardware interfaces.
- Analyzed proposed technical solutions based on customer requirements.
- Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
- Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of the software.
Technology Advisor to the Board of Directors (Volunteer)
Healthmetryx, Inc.
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Advisor on a volunteer basis to the Board of Directors on all technology-related matters
- Established effective communication channels between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to ensure project success.
- Optimized client's IT budgets by identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or functionality.
- Developed comprehensive training materials to facilitate smooth transitions during technology rollouts for clients.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop customized tech solutions, resulting in improved business outcomes.
Software Developer Volunteer
Centre Street Food Pantry
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Team member for implementation of new client database management system
- Developer for Android app to provide clients with food choices that will export information to new database system, oversight of alpha testing and full production rollout
- Monthly volunteer that brings food to clients quickly and courteously
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH12.2021
Certificate - Game Programming
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO08.2019
Graduate Certificate - Programming
Harvard Extension School
Cambridge, MA04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Northeastern University
Boston, MA04.2012
Skills
- Code debugging
- Database management
- Object-oriented programming
- Web technologies
- JIRA
- SDLC
- Platforms: Windows 10/11, Linux, Unix
- Languages: TypeScript, Python, Java, JavaScript, C#
- Markdown/Query: XML, JSON, SQL, HTML5 & CSS3
- IDEs: JetBrains Software Suite, Visual Studio, VS Code, Insomnia, Eclipse, MongoDB Compass, WinSQL
- Frameworks: Node, Yarn, SpringBoot, Git/GitHub (CI/CD), Git Bash, PowerShell, Google Maps API (Directions, Places, etc), Google Drive API
- AWS: AWS Management Console, AWS Cloud Development Kit (S3, Lambda, CloudWatch, State Machines, Step Functions, EventBridge, SQS, SNS, etc)
- Other: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, OneNote, Outlook, Teams, Visio, Project),
Certification
- Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner - Professional
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Italian
Limited Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Timeline
Technology Advisor to the Board of Directors (Volunteer)
Healthmetryx, Inc.
05.2024 - 12.2024
Software Engineer I
Principal Financial Group
05.2022 - Current
Software Developer Volunteer
Centre Street Food Pantry
01.2020 - 06.2021
Certificate - Game Programming
University of Colorado
Graduate Certificate - Programming
Harvard Extension School
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Northeastern University
Master of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University