Backend Engineer Software Development

David Gaiser

El Sobrante, CA ***** 415-***-**** ******@*****.*** Linkedin

BACKEND ENGINEER SOFTWARE ARCHITECT

Innovative and results-driven Backend Engineer with over 10 years of professional experience in software development, including cloud and micro-services architecture. Proven track record of delivering end-to-end backend solutions, with a strong focus on scalability, performance, and system optimization. Proficient in Python, Java, and working with relational and non-relational databases like Oracle, MySQL, DynamoDB, and PostgreSQL. Adept at collaborating across engineering teams to build world-class products, ensuring seamless integration and maintaining high service reliability. Comfortable taking ownership of backend systems and driving technical initiatives in fast-paced, innovative environments. TECHNOLOGIES: Python, Java, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL, PL/SQL, DynamoDB, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS (EC2, EKS, S3, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK), REST APIs, Tableau, CI/CD Pipelines, Linux/Unix, Windows,

COMPETENCIES: Backend Development, Cloud-Native Solutions, Microservices, REST APIs, Database Design & Optimization, Kubernetes, Automation, Cross-functional Collaboration, System Performance Tuning, Agile Methodologies

Professional Experience

Vindicia.com – Software Development Specialist

2022 – Present

Developed and maintained scalable backend systems in Python, Perl and Java, leveraging AWS cloud services for cloud-native solutions.

Took ownership of backend applications, designing and implementing end-to-end solutions, ensuring high availability, and scaling services to meet business needs. Collaborated with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, finance) to develop internal tools and enhance operational workflows.

Led backend development efforts to integrate relational (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and non- relational (DynamoDB) databases into microservices, optimizing for performance and reliability. Spearheaded migration projects to Kubernetes, automating the deployment process and improving scalability of applications.

Utilized Kibana ELK stack and AWS CloudWatch to monitor backend systems, improving troubleshooting, issue resolution, and service performance. Drove continuous improvement in backend architecture, ensuring robust and efficient systems that support core business functions and customer-facing products. Amdocs Inc – Application Support Team Lead at DexYP 2014 – 2022

Led a team providing technical support and enhancements for suite of applications, while ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility. Gathered and analyzed business requirements from stakeholders, product managers, and external vendors to define clear project scopes and deliverables. Collaborated closely with the Project Management Office to map out dependencies, establish project timelines, and allocate resources effectively for successful project execution Worked cross-functionally with QA teams to define testing strategies, ensure thorough system validation, and manage defect resolution during the testing phases. Education

B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering & Management - Tel Aviv University, Israel Sivan Programming School - Tel Aviv, Israel

Relevant Courses

Oracle Advanced SQL, Embedded SQL, Database Administration, Hadoop Fundamentals & MongoDB, Sun Microsystems Java Developers

Data Visualization using Tableau

DevOps

Udemy - Google Cloud Associate Certification - In progress Coursera - Google Project Management, Django for Everybody Specialization