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Sophia Love

Taos,NM

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

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Game Developer

Freelance
05.2017 - Current
  • Designed and implemented gameplay mechanics and interactive elements for multiple titles.
  • Enhanced player experience by designing and implementing engaging game levels and mechanics.
  • Designed intuitive user interfaces, enhancing player engagement and ease of use throughout gameplay sessions.
  • Incorporated story elements into games, creating immersive narratives that captivated players'' attention throughout gameplay sessions.
  • Resolved critical bugs and gameplay issues, significantly improving player satisfaction and reducing churn.
  • Enhanced player engagement and retention by designing and implementing new game levels that increased complexity and player interest.

Software Engineer

Nexus IT Group
11.2022 - 09.2024
  • Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of the software.
  • Enhanced user experience with intuitive interface design and responsive web applications.
  • Integrated new technologies into existing systems, increasing capabilities and improving overall performance.
  • Delivered unit-tested systems within customer-prescribed timeframes.
  • Developed robust, scalable, modular and API-centric infrastructures.
  • Streamlined development processes to increase efficiency and reduce production time.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software components.
  • Facilitated team collaboration and project management through introduction of agile methodologies, leading to more adaptable and responsive development cycles.
  • Fostered culture of continuous learning and development within team, leading to increased innovation and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Enhanced system security by implementing robust encryption algorithms, safeguarding sensitive data from potential threats.
  • Improved application performance with optimization of database queries, ensuring smooth and efficient data retrieval.
  • Contributed to open-source projects, enhancing functionality of widely used tools and giving back to developer community.
  • Analyzed work to generate logic for new systems, procedures and tests.
  • Conducted data modeling, performance and integration testing.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Software Test Engineer

Red Shift Recruiting
03.2020 - 08.2022
  • Streamlined testing processes by developing reusable test scripts and templates.
  • Designed testing scenarios for usability testing.
  • Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives within the QA department, leading to increased accuracy in defect detection.
  • Reviewed requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues encountered during the deployment of new software releases.
  • Provided valuable feedback on software usability during design reviews, contributing to improved user experience.
  • Used open-source tools to develop automation scripts.
  • Spearheaded transition to cloud-based testing tools, enhancing team flexibility and resource availability.
  • Developed custom test data management strategy, enabling more realistic and effective testing scenarios.
  • Streamlined test automation frameworks, significantly reducing time required for regression testing.
  • Analyzed test results to identify patterns and areas for improvement, leading to reduction in recurring issues.
  • Reduced critical bugs in production with comprehensive system and acceptance testing.
  • Implemented defect tracking system that streamlined bug resolution process.

Education

Software Engineer -

Coding Temple Bootcamp
Chicago Illinois
2024

Skills

  • Javascript
  • SQL
  • Python
  • JIRA
  • Code debugging
  • Programming
  • Testing and debugging
  • Git proficiency
  • HTML and XML
  • Troubleshooting and resolution
  • MySQL
  • Database programming
  • Workflows and queries
  • Build releases
  • JavaScript framework management
  • System debugging
  • Oral and written communications
  • API design
  • Engineering standards
  • Continuous improvement techniques
  • Web development
  • Data synchronization
  • Software testing and implementation
  • Embedded processing systems
  • Testing and deployment
  • User interface design
  • UI/UX
  • Software testing
  • Front-End Development
  • HTML
  • Programming Languages
  • Python and C
  • Agile development methodologies
  • GitHub collaboration
  • Database Management

Timeline

Software Engineer

Nexus IT Group
11.2022 - 09.2024

Software Test Engineer

Red Shift Recruiting
03.2020 - 08.2022

Game Developer

Freelance
05.2017 - Current

Software Engineer -

Coding Temple Bootcamp
Sophia Love