Software Engineer Full-Stack

Ali Ismail

Software Engineer

Email: ******************@*****.***

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

Website: https://www.mentalchai.com

Github: https://github.com/ali-ismail-1

Blog: https://aliismail.beehiiv.com/

SUMMARY

Staff-level software engineer with over a decade of experience in full-stack development, cloud architecture, and API integration. Adept at designing scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications across fintech, e-commerce, and sustainability-focused industries. Proven expertise in microservices, serverless environments, and CI/CD pipelines, with a strong emphasis on reliability, correctness, and mentorship. Skilled at collaborating cross-functionally to deliver impactful solutions and improve engineering processes in dynamic, mission-driven environments. SKILLS

● Programming Languages: TypeScript, JavaScript, C#, Python, SQL

● Frameworks & Libraries: React, FastAPI, Django, .NET MVC, Node.js, jQuery

● DevOps & CI/CD: AWS, Azure, Docker, GitHub Actions, Vercel

● Data Management: SQL Server, DynamoDB, PostgreSQL, ETL Pipelines

● Specialized Tools & Technologies: Real-Time Monitoring, Automated Testing EXPERIENCE

InvestiFi — Software Engineer

Nov 2022 – Oct 2024

● Product Development: Developed the Alkami Banking Widget, a customizable platform that enabled crypto services for credit unions, featuring flexible integration and enhanced client engagement.

● API Architecture: Designed and maintained robust API microservices, ensuring secure and efficient data exchanges between banking systems.

● Quality Assurance: Contributed to automated testing initiatives, enhancing protocols for transaction and user verification processes, which improved system reliability.

● CI/CD Management: Supported the implementation and management of CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Docker, optimizing deployment processes across various environments.

● Security and Monitoring: Enhanced system security and monitoring, integrating best practices and real-time alert systems to mitigate risks and maintain continuous system availability.

Discount Micro Sales — Staff Software Engineer

July 2017 – Oct 2022

● Operational Efficiency: Engineered comprehensive internal solutions that reduced operational costs and improved service delivery.

● Algorithm Development: Designed and optimized custom search algorithms and machine learning-based price optimization models, boosting e-commerce visibility and profitability.

● API Integration: Spearheaded the integration of RESTful APIs and payment processing solutions, enhancing e-commerce operations and user transaction experiences.

● DevOps Innovation: Conducted extensive research and implementation of modern DevOps practices, improving CI/CD pipeline efficiency with NextJS and Vercel. Discount Micro Sales — Software Engineer

April 2012 – July 2017

● CRM Development: Designed and deployed a custom CRM suite, enhancing customer relationship management and operational transparency.

● Database Management: Developed and maintained a flexible database architecture, ensuring scalability to accommodate growing product lines.

● Automation: Automated key marketing, sales, and data operations, reducing manual labor and enhancing overall productivity.

● Front-End Transition: Initiated and led the transition from classic JavaScript to jQuery, modernizing UI components for improved responsiveness.

● Data Management: Designed and implemented data processing pipelines using Hadoop, optimizing large-scale data operations and analytical capabilities. EDUCATION

California State University, Fullerton - B.S., Computer Science 2008-2011 Dean’s List Fall 2008, Spring 2009, Fall 2011

CERTIFICATIONS

● AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner - Amazon Web Services

● OWASP Top 10 - InfoSec

● Blockchain & Bitcoin 101 - Moralis Academy

● Ethereum Smart Contract Programming 101 - Moralis Academy

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