Senior Full Stack Java Engineer

Chase White Senior Full Stack Java Engineer

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Experienced Senior Full Stack Java Developer with over 15 years in building and delivering robust, scalable software solutions. Highly skilled in Java, Spring Boot, and Cloud technologies, with a strong focus on performance optimization and system integration. Passionate about creating user-friendly interfaces, while ensuring adherence to best practices in security and compliance. Dedicated to mentoring team members, promoting collaboration, and delivering projects that align with both business goals and technical excellence. Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Utah Valley University (UVU) Apr 2007 – Apr 2011 Orem, UT Professional Experience

Senior Full Stack Java Developer / Team Lead

Microsoft Corporation Nov 2023 – Present Redmond, WA, USA

• Platform Modernization: Spearheaded the migration of Microsoft’s ERP inventory module to Azure, optimizing scalability, security, and compliance with industry standards. Streamlined operations by modernizing legacy systems and reducing infrastructure costs by 25%.

• Microservices Development: Engineered Java 17/Spring Boot 3-based microservices and RESTful APIs with OAuth 2.0/JWT, deployed on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for high-availability inventory management. Improved system reliability and reduced downtime by 30% through robust fault-tolerant design.

• Cloud Infrastructure: Architected solutions with Azure services (Functions, Blob Storage, SQL Database) and ARM templates for IaC, ensuring secure and scalable infrastructure. Automated resource provisioning, reducing deployment time by 40%.

• CI/CD Automation: Accelerated release cycles by 35% via GitLab CI and Azure DevOps pipelines, enabling seamless cloud-native deployments. Implemented automated testing and monitoring, ensuring high-quality releases and faster time-to-market.

• Frontend Development: Delivered responsive web apps with React/TypeScript, integrated with Java backends using Redux for state management. Enhanced user experience by reducing page load times by 20% through performance optimization.

• Security & Compliance: Enforced data protection via Spring Security, Azure Key Vault, and SSL/TLS encryption, aligning with Microsoft’s compliance frameworks. Conducted regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to maintain a robust security posture.

• Leadership: Mentored 5+ junior developers in Agile practices, Java best practices, and Azure cloud integration. Fostered a collaborative team environment, improving team productivity and knowledge sharing. Senior Full Stack Java Developer / Technical Lead

Nomi Health May 2019 – Sep 2023 Orem, UT, USA

• Platform Leadership: Led the development of the Nomi Connect platform, streamlining healthcare delivery, purchasing, and payment processes. Ensured compliance with HIPAA and GDPR standards, improving data security and operational efficiency.

• API & Microservices Development: Designed and implemented scalable microservices and RESTful APIs using Java 11 (2019–2021) and Java 17 (2021–2023), alongside Spring Boot and Spring Cloud, focusing on high performance, maintainability, and resiliency.

• Cloud Infrastructure: Architected and deployed cloud-native solutions using AWS (Lambda, S3, RDS), Terraform, and Kubernetes, enabling secure, highly available, and scalable infrastructure management.

• Full-Stack Development: Delivered robust, responsive web applications using Angular and TypeScript, ensuring seamless integration with backend services for an enhanced user experience.

• Security & Compliance: Implemented secure authentication and authorization using Spring Security, OAuth 2.0, and JWT, reducing unauthorized access by an estimated 40% and maintaining compliance with HIPAA and GDPR standards.

• CI/CD Automation: Automated deployment pipelines using Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes, reducing deployment time by 30% and improving release efficiency.

• Performance Optimization: Improved system scalability and responsiveness by 40% through advanced caching strategies (Redis, AWS ElastiCache) and optimized database queries (PostgreSQL, MongoDB).

• Event-Driven Architecture: Integrated Apache Kafka for real-time data streaming and inter-service communication, improving system throughput and reliability by 25% for critical healthcare data processing.

• Agile Team Leadership: Led cross-functional Agile teams of 8+ members, driving project delivery and aligning technical efforts with business goals. Mentored junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

• Testing & Quality Assurance: Achieved 95% test coverage by establishing automated testing practices using JUnit and Mockito, ensuring high software reliability and stability.

• Data Migration & Integration: Managed the seamless migration of 10TB+ data from legacy systems to modern databases, ensuring data integrity and minimizing downtime during the transition.

• Monitoring & Logging: Reduced issue resolution time by 50% by implementing proactive monitoring and logging solutions using AWS CloudWatch and the ELK stack, improving system reliability and issue detection. Senior Full Stack Java Developer / Cloud Engineer

MoneyLion / Engine by MoneyLion Jan 2013 – Mar 2019 New York, NY, USA

• Platform Development: Played a key role in building MoneyLion’s all-in-one financial platform, integrating digital banking, cash advances, personal loans, and investment accounts into a seamless mobile experience for millions of users.

• Microservices & APIs: Designed and developed scalable microservices and RESTful APIs using Java, Spring Boot, Go, and Hibernate, ensuring efficient data processing and seamless integration across systems. Leveraged AWS SQS and SNS for reliable message-driven communication.

• Cloud Infrastructure: Architected and scaled backend systems using AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, EKS, Elastic Beanstalk, CloudFormation), Docker, and Kubernetes, ensuring high availability, performance, and cost efficiency to support rapid platform growth.

• Performance Optimization: Improved system performance by implementing advanced caching strategies with Redis and optimizing database operations using MongoDB. Enhanced query efficiency through indexing and database tuning.

• CI/CD Pipelines: Automated deployment and testing processes using Jenkins and Docker, reducing release cycles and improving development efficiency.

• Frontend Collaboration: Worked closely with frontend teams to build Vue.js-based interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, and TypeScript, ensuring a responsive and intuitive user experience.

• Security & Compliance: Ensured secure application development by implementing OAuth 2.0 and JWT for authentication, adhering to financial industry regulations, and maintaining robust security standards. Software Developer

Fishbowl Feb 2009 – Dec 2012 Orem, UT, USA

• Frontend Development: Built intuitive and interactive user interfaces for inventory management solutions using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Enhanced application responsiveness and interactivity using jQuery and AJAX, improving user engagement.

• Responsive Design: Designed and implemented responsive web applications, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and seamless functionality across devices. Improved UI/UX based on user feedback to enhance usability and satisfaction.

• Backend Development: Developed backend components and RESTful APIs using Java and the Spring Framework for inventory and order management systems. Optimized MySQL database performance through efficient SQL queries and stored procedures, reducing latency and improving system efficiency.

• Agile Practices: Collaborated in Agile environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high- quality software solutions on time. Conducted JUnit testing to ensure reliability and maintain code quality. Skills

Technical Skills

• Languages & Frameworks: Java 8/11/17, Spring Boot 2/3, Spring Cloud, Spring Security, Hibernate, RESTful APIs, Microservices, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, SQL

• Frontend Development: React, Angular, Vue.js, Redux, HTML5, CSS3, jQuery, AJAX, Responsive Web Design

• Cloud & DevOps: Azure (AKS, Functions, SQL Database, Blob Storage, ARM), AWS (EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, EKS, CloudFormation), Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps

• Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Redis, AWS ElastiCache

• Event-Driven Architecture: Apache Kafka, AWS SQS/SNS

• Security: OAuth 2.0, JWT, SSL/TLS, Spring Security, Azure Key Vault, HIPAA/GDPR Compliance

• Testing & QA: JUnit, Mockito, Integration/Unit Testing (95%+ coverage)

• Tools: Eclipse IDE, Apache Tomcat, Maven, ELK Stack, AWS CloudWatch Methodologies & Practices

• Agile/Scrum, CI/CD Pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Event-Driven Systems

• Performance Optimization (caching, query tuning), Legacy System Modernization, A/B Testing

• Cross-Functional Collaboration, Secure SDLC, TDD/BDD Leadership & Soft Skills

• Team Leadership, Technical Mentorship, Cross-Functional Stakeholder Alignment

• Agile Project Delivery, Code Reviews, Compliance Audits, Risk Mitigation

• Client/User-Centric Design, Problem-Solving, Requirements Analysis Industry Expertise

• Healthcare Tech: HIPAA/GDPR-compliant platforms (Nomi Connect), real-time patient data streaming

• FinTech: Scalable financial platforms (MoneyLion), secure payment processing, ML-driven insights

• Enterprise SaaS: ERP modernization (Microsoft), cloud-native inventory management

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