Vered Ben-Dor
North Bay,CA
Summary
Data-focused software engineer with over 15 years of experience designing and implementing scalable backend solutions and robust data-quality frameworks. Expert in building SQL-based frameworks, automating data validation, and integrating machine learning models for anomaly detection and data governance improvements. A collaborative leader dedicated to solving complex data challenges, ensuring data integrity, and driving continuous platform innovation in dynamic, cross-functional environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Quality Engineer / Analyst
O'Reilly Media
Sebastopol, CA
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Designed and implemented a declarative SQL-based data quality framework in BigQuery that automated validation and integrity checks across multiple sources, enhancing data completeness and accuracy
- Integrated time-series anomaly detection using machine learning models to provide immediate visibility into trend changes, enabling early identification of anomalies and underlying system issues
- Analyzed data patterns to pinpoint root causes of data discrepancies and collaborated with engineering teams to remediate issues and strengthen data governance
Senior Software Engineer
O'Reilly Media
Sebastopol, CA
09.2011 - 08.2022
- Played a key role in re-architecting O'Reilly's learning platform from a monolithic system to a microservices-based ecosystem with a focus on authentication and authorization systems
- Designed a JWT-based single sign-on solution supporting millions of users and enabling both social and federated logins across distributed services
- Developed microservices for features such as user playlists, highlights, and search functionality while ensuring data integrity via RabbitMQ
- Created CI/CD hooks for streamlined lab/beta service deployments and built a Java-based pipeline using Apache Camel to deliver content and metadata to distributors and the eCommerce platform
Solution Architect, Technical Lead
Clairmail
San Rafael, CA
03.2009 - 09.2011
- Led the design and implementation of mobile text banking solutions for multiple clients, including a major retail bank with over 1 million users
- Developed a configurable test kit to achieve robust unit and functional test coverage in web-service integrations, ensuring reliability and seamless customer experience
Education
Master of Science - Software Engineering
Golden Gate University
San Francisco, CABachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Hebrew University
Jerusalem, IsraelData Science and Machine Learning
MIT External
Skills
- Programming & Data Analysis: Python (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-Learn, Prophet)
- Databases & Data Quality: BigQuery, PostgreSQL, MySQL; Data Quality Governance
- Machine Learning & Analytics: ML Model Integration (Time-Series Analysis, Anomaly Detection)
- Software Development & Practices: REST APIs, Test-Driven Development, CI/CD, Design Patterns, Agile (Scrum)
- Distributed & Cloud Architecture: Data Pipelines, Microservices, Airflow; GCP, Docker, Kubernetes
Previous Technical Roles
- Shopping.com / eBay, Architected and developed a Java-based membership and rewards platform, supporting 550 daily registrations and significantly boosting organic traffic., Implemented scalable security frameworks integrating LDAP/Kerberos to enhance secure access.
- AOL / Netscape / Pureplay.com, Designed and optimized radio streaming and gaming platform solutions supporting over 100,000 concurrent users, achieving a 5x reduction in load times, eliminating buffering issues, and reducing operational costs substantially.
Timeline
Data Quality Engineer / Analyst
O'Reilly Media
08.2022 - 10.2024
Senior Software Engineer
O'Reilly Media
09.2011 - 08.2022
Solution Architect, Technical Lead
Clairmail
03.2009 - 09.2011
Master of Science - Software Engineering
Golden Gate University
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Hebrew University
Data Science and Machine Learning
MIT External
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