Sajon 'Sage' Kaveh Nadjafinia

Seasoned Full Stack Software Developer

Location: Yucca Valley, CA

Phone: 714-***-****

Email: ad2ak2@r.postjobfree.com

Mailing Address: 8549 Wilshire Blvd Ste 5012, Beverly Hills, CA 90211 Application Languages: JAVA, Node.js/TypeScript, React Native, PHP Frameworks: React, Next.js, GraphQL, Material UI (MUI), Storybook, Bootstrap, jQuery Libraries & Services: Kafka, Flink, Spark, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data JPA, Spring Batch, Vault, Tomcat, Jmustache Databases: Oracle, MySQL, MongoDB

IDEs & Tools: NetBeans, Visual Studio Code, Apollo, Postman Employment Preference

Seeking a full-time contractual position, intending to contract services via retVal LLC. Professional Summary

• 32 years of experience in software development, including full stack development with monolithic and micro service architecture.

• Expertise in SQL database design, normalization and performance optimization.

• Proven track record in B2B and B2C enterprise-level web application development.

• Adaptable to different organizational cultures with a focus on prioritizing client and employer needs.

Professional Experience

Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc. - Cerritos, CA Chief Architect / Team Leader Jul 2020 - Aug 2023

Transitioned from a previous full-time role at SWMC to a contract position within the same company (full details below).

Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc. - Cerritos, CA Chief Architect / Team Leader Jan 2011 - Jul 2020

• Leadership & Team Management: Oversaw and mentored a dynamic team of over 30 software developers, ensuring timely delivery of projects and fostering a collaborative environment. Additionally managed the system administrators, ensuring seamless IT operations and infrastructure management.

• System Development & Enhancement: Developed various proprietary systems, including an advanced imaging system that facilitates document manipulation, storage, organization, and preparation.

• Document Recognition: Created bespoke software equipped to recognize, categorize, and streamline both scanned and electronic documents.

• Telecommunication Integration: Designed proprietary software interfaces to integrate the company's VOIP phone systems with web-based applications, complemented by custom desktop software.

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Led the interviewing process for over 3,500 candidates, focusing on roles within the software, help desk, and sysadmin teams.

• SEO Enhancement: Implemented advanced techniques to amplify the SEO presence of the company's public-facing websites.

• Security & Compliance: Devised a proprietary solution to monitor and secure remote systems, particularly emphasizing swift action for terminated employees. SEA Capital LLC Sole Architect & Engineer

Feb 2011 - Jul 2012

• Developed custom investment indicators and strategies for the NinjaTrader stock market trading platform utilizing C#/C++.

TackleBoxServer.com Owner / Executive Software Engineer and Chief Architect Mar 2010 - Jul 2012

Founded TackleBoxServer.com with a vision to revolutionize business management tools. Spearheaded the development of a web-based operating system, uniquely crafted in Flash, designed to comprehensively address various business needs. The platform integrated modules for client relations management, sales tracking, email coordination, and enhanced internal employee communication, among others. Although the project showcased immense potential and was a collaborative endeavor between myself and a dedicated partner, our journey was unexpectedly cut short when both of us were presented with an opportunity to join Sun West Mortgage, Inc. Bank of America Executive Software Engineer, Chief Architect & Team Manager Jan 2010 - Oct 2010

• Contracted to Lead the technology department for RealServ, managing a team of four developers contracted by Bank of America. Developed and completed a proprietary loss mitigation software system within the year. OnlineIMS.com, Inc. Executive Software Engineer & Chief Architect Feb 2009 - Jan 2011

In a unique professional trajectory that morphed from a contracted position to ownership, my role at OnlineIMS.com, Inc. encapsulated the full spectrum of technology leadership and entrepreneurial engagement. Initially brought on board in alignment with a project from Feldman Law Center, my technological expertise became a pivotal element in the evolution of the software I developed, as the owners astutely recognized its broader market potential. My responsibilities oversaw the entirety of the technology department, where I managed and directed all aspects of software, web, and database development. I crafted strategic, proprietary technologies that not only bolstered our internal operations but also emerged as a standalone product with its market viability. This transformative period not only amplified my adept capabilities in technological creation but also in strategically aligning such developments with market demands and scalability. My technology leadership seamlessly intertwined with business strategy when the software I was initially hired to build was transitioned into a product intended for resale, illustrating a compelling intersection of technology and business profitability. In recognition of my instrumental role and the significant value brought about by my innovations, I was elevated to become a part owner of the enterprise, ensuring that the software’s commercial journey benefited mutually from my technical and strategic input.

Feldman Law Center Executive Software Engineer and Chief Architect Jun 2008 - Dec 2010

At Feldman Law Center, I architected and developed a proprietary online loan modification web application, designed to comprehensively address a myriad of business needs and operational requirements. Under the appreciative eye of the late Greg Feldman, Co-Founder and Director of Sales and Operations and Erick Shirley, Managing Partner, my work not only supported but was instrumental in the expansive growth of the company.

Mr. Feldman recalls the pivotal moments: "When Sage was called on to develop a CRM to elevate us from a 3-person team to a robust workforce of 130 in a mere 6 months, he delivered...BIG TIME!" My focused, results-driven approach, coupled with an innate ability to navigate through complex technological challenges, allowed me to create solutions that were not only innovative but also financially strategic, saving the company millions in payroll expenses and enhancing overall efficiency, all while maintaining a stance of 100% compliance. A champion of cutting-edge thinking and outside-the-box solutions, my work ethic is rooted in reliability, ingenuity, and execution without excuses or mistakes. Not only in the Feldman Law Center but in subsequent roles, my influence has persistently driven organizations toward becoming tech-forward entities, seamlessly intertwining technology with industry needs, and manifesting palpable results. Mr. Feldman noted, "Sage saved me well into the millions in payroll expense and efficiency while keeping us 100% compliant. I don't care what platform or industry it is, you can trust this man impeccably with your company. Just hand him the key and he will unlock the door to success." It's this foundation that I've built upon throughout my career, evolving and adapting to the multifaceted challenges of the technological world. DistributeMyLeads.com Owner / Sole Architect & Engineer Aug 2006 - Jun 2008

Founded and single-handedly drove DistributeMyLeads.com, where I crafted a sophisticated lead management system tailored for the mortgage sector. My unique, proprietary solutions emphasized real-time lead engagement, ensuring businesses could promptly contact potential clients upon receipt, irrespective of the lead's source or format. This robust web application quickly found traction in the market, leading to licensing agreements with numerous mortgage brokers. Despite the platform's success and potential, the venture was impacted by the financial downturn of 2008.

Aryana Management Sole Architect & Engineer

Nov 2007 - Mar 2008

Engaged as the exclusive developer, I designed and executed a proprietary enterprise application tailored for Aryana Management under contract. The system efficiently addressed diverse facets of property management started and completed in 4 months time. I successfully oversaw the entire project lifecycle, from inception to deployment, and ensured comprehensive documentation for the solution I crafted.

HomeLoanAdvisors Executive Software Engineer & Chief Architect Nov 2003 - Aug 2006

Initially brought on board as the exclusive developer to manage and optimize the company's public-facing websites, with a significant emphasis on enhancing their lead generation capabilities, my role quickly expanded. Entrusted with the impartial distribution of paper leads among mortgage loan officers, I seized the opportunity to automate and streamline the lead, client, and content management processes. Here, I pioneered an innovative management system, materializing my vision of how leads could be most efficiently assigned and contacted. This endeavor allowed me to refine my skills and implement strategies to minimize lead response times, ultimately culminating in a system where every lead was engaged by an originator within a mere 3 seconds of company receipt, fostering an environment of rapid response and enhanced client engagement.

NeighborhoodLane Executive Software Engineer & Graphic Designer Jul 2001 - Nov 2003

Participated in a collaborative initiative to revitalize the company's public-facing marketing websites, infusing them with rich media and elevating their aesthetic appeal utilizing the pinnacle of available technology at the time. Expertly crafted numerous lead-generation landing pages, seamlessly integrating search engine optimization strategies to enhance visibility. Concurrently developed a supplementary business venture for the company owners: a startup web application offering a social platform tailored for Homeowners' Association

(HOA) communities.

McKee Systems Sole Architect & Engineer

Jan 1999 - Jul 2001

In a dynamic and technologically intensive tenure with McKee Systems, my youthful vigor and intrinsic technical aptitude were fully harnessed under the mentorship and partnership of Peter McKee, even at the tender age of 14. My role transcended conventional expectations as I undertook the development of forward-facing websites for a spectrum of Peter McKee’s clients, including noteworthy international corporations such as Bragg Crane, Morrow Crane, and Attics Engineering.

My endeavors were not limited to web development alone. I delved into firmware technology, rewriting surveillance equipment firmware for Panasonic, exemplifying an early proficiency in multifaceted technological arenas. Balancing multiple projects, I also conceptualized and built a proprietary software system for McKee Systems that amalgamated bookkeeping, order management, part inventory, and shipping functionalities into a singular, streamlined application. This period was characterized by rapid learning, hands-on application, and real- world problem-solving, during which my young perspective was not a limitation but a fountain of fresh, innovative approaches. The profound experiences during this phase were not merely technical accomplishments but were also pivotal in shaping my orientation towards technology, innovation, and solution-oriented thinking in my subsequent career. The intertwining of youthful creativity, earnest learning, and practical application during my time at McKee Systems is a testament to the fusion of eagerness and capability in technology and innovation.

References:

Jennifer Villinayagam

Position: Chief Operating Officer

Company: Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc.

Contact Information: 562-***-****

Luke Aoe

Position: HR Manager

Company: Norman International Inc.

Contact Information: 310-***-****

Tony Adib

Position: Talent Acquisition

Company: Carrington Mortgage Holdings

Contact Information: 949-***-****

Erik Shirley

Position: Product Manager

Company: Optimus Blue

Contact Information: 949-***-****

Michael Lefeve

Position: CEO

Company: National Association of Mortgage Professionals & The Mortgage M Contact Information: 949-***-****

Khanh Thai

Position: Information Technology Specialist I

Company: DMV Headquarters

Contact Information: 323-***-****

Ciprian Mitocariu

Position: Application Specialist III

Company: Rancho Santiago Community College District Contact Information: 714-***-****

Jerome Mcload

Position: Service Desk Supervisor

Company: Farmers and Merchants Bank of Long Beach

Contact Information: 213-***-****

Prakash Jha

Position: Customer Success Account Manager

Company: Microsoft

Contact Information: +91-878**-***** (India)

Greg Feldman (In Memoriam)

Position: Co-Founder / Director of Sales and Operations Company: Feldman Law Center

Statement:

"Sage was my Executive Software Engineer and Chief Architect for ONLINE IMS and Feldman Law Center. Now considered a dear friend, when he was called on to develop a CRM to take me from 3 to 130 employees in just 6 short months he delivered...BIG TIME! Without a doubt, Sage is by far one of the smartest people I have ever met in my life. When Sage was born I'm certain God broke the mold on this kid as he continues to amaze me. To this day I have never met anyone like this young man. Honesty, integrity, likable, humble, and smart on the brink of disgustingly brilliant are a few words that best describe Sage. When it comes to cutting-edge mentality, thinking outside of the box, and execution, he is result-driven and never had an excuse, because he doesn't make mistakes... When I assisted Sage in a job offer at Sun West Mortgage Corp., he made me proud in excelling to the top and basically turning a Mortgage Bank and loan servicer into a technology company. Sage saved me well into the millions in payroll expense and efficiency while keeping us 100% compliant. I don't care what platform or industry it is, you can trust this man impeccably with your company. Just hand him the key and he will unlock the door to success. I would strongly recommend him to anyone for anything at any time. I expect him to change the way we do business in the near future... Just watch!"

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