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Yolanda Collins

Cornella de Llobregat,Barcelona

Summary

Results driven software engineer with proven expertise in designing, developing, and delivering high quality web applications. Skilled in analyzing complex problems, debugging code, and implementing scalable solutions. Experienced in leading agile engineering teams, managing stakeholders, and coordinating full product lifecycles. Adept at translating business requirements into technical solutions, prioritizing feature requests, and enhancing customer experiences through modern technologies. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of building collaborative relationships across cross functional teams.

Overview

8
8

Years of software experience

Work History

Software Engineer

GWTI Insight
03.2021 - Current
  • Implemented a new AWS infrastructure, implementing a serverless backend, improving security, scalability, and maintainability across systems.
  • Automated 100+ hours of building setup using Javascript, Shell, and Terraform, reducing manual workload and deployment time.
  • Developed an innovative IoT solution, first of its kind in the industry, enhancing building management efficiency.
  • Optimized telemetry data collection by integrating AWS IoT core with MQTT broker, Kinesis streams and Lambdas, enabling scalable data processing.
  • Developed APIs with Typescript and implemented unit and end-to-end tests with Jest ensuring high code quality.
  • Migrated legacy infrastructure to AWS Cloud using Terraform and Serverless technologies, improving reliability and deployment efficiency.
  • Managed Cassandra and PostgreSQL databases, maintaining system performance and integrity.
  • Implemented new frontend using Angular, contributing to component design.

Software Engineer

Firemind.io
06.2019 - 03.2021
  • Led a team of 8 developers, managing project tasks, performance reviews, and providing a single point of contact for support, improving team efficiency.
  • Introduced ISO software development policies, standardizing processes across projects.
  • Assisted business analysts in gathering requirements and planning projects, producing accurate Jira tickets aligned with ISO standards.
  • Reviewed and approved code across multiple projects, reducing QA-reported bugs by 10%.
  • Planned and implemented AWS architecture using Serverless and Terraform, enhancing system scalability and maintainability.
  • Implemented unit end-to-end testing with Jest and Cypress.io, ensuring reliable and error-free releases.
  • Developed frontend and backend solutions using React, Redux, node js and Express js for multiple bespoke customer projects.
  • Facilitated client workshops and requirements gathering, improving customer satisfaction and solution alignment.

Web Developer and Content Manager

Nikwax Ltd
04.2017 - 06.2019
  • Developed PHP and JavaScript code to create new applications and enhance existing systems, improving website functionality.
  • Converted the Paramo desktop site into a fully responsive design, enhancing user experience across devices.
  • Planned and prototyped new applications, streamlining project workflows.
  • Performed cross-browser testing and troubleshooting, ensuring consistent functionality and performance.
  • Refactored and optimized existing code to improve maintainability and performance.
  • Maintained CMS content, updated documentation, and ensured smooth content delivery.

Regional Lead Coordinator

Abbot Laboratories
10.2011 - 05.2014
  • Led a team of three to manage care for 1700 patients, creating weekly rotas and maintaining internal tracking systems.
  • Collaborated with internal departments, attending monthly operations meetings to resolve issue and provide feedback.
  • Liased with nurses, Trust authorities, and contract managers to maintain stakeholder relationships and service quality.
  • Assisted customers with troubleshooting Abbot equipment, escalating issues to prevent complaints.
  • Managed order processing and coordinated with couriers to meet delivery schedules.
  • Trained new and existing staff on internal systems, including CRM software implementation.

Education

Bachelor’s degree with Honors - Computer Science

Hertfordshire University
01.2021

AWS Practitioner - undefined

Amazon
10.2019

Microsoft Certified Professional - HTML5, CSS3, Javascript and Jquery

MicroSoft
01.2016

Skills

  • React
  • Express js
  • NgRx
  • MQTT
  • Redux
  • MySQL
  • Rest APIs
  • LoRaWan
  • TypeScript
  • PostgreSQL
  • Next Js
  • Http
  • Javascript
  • Webpack
  • AWS
  • Bash
  • HTML
  • Babel
  • DynamoDB
  • SaaS
  • CSS3
  • Python
  • Lambda
  • Docker
  • Jquery
  • Jest
  • IoT Core
  • Node js
  • Angular
  • Docker
  • Redux
  • Agile methodologies
  • Linux

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Software Engineer

GWTI Insight
03.2021 - Current

Software Engineer

Firemind.io
06.2019 - 03.2021

Web Developer and Content Manager

Nikwax Ltd
04.2017 - 06.2019

Regional Lead Coordinator

Abbot Laboratories
10.2011 - 05.2014

AWS Practitioner - undefined

Amazon

Microsoft Certified Professional - HTML5, CSS3, Javascript and Jquery

MicroSoft

Bachelor’s degree with Honors - Computer Science

Hertfordshire University

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