MIKE HUNT ****.****@*****.*** 303-***-**** LinkedIn Denver, CO Eligible to work in the US
SOFTWARE ENGINEER IN TEST BACKEND SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN TECHNICAL COMMUNICATIONS Results-driven software engineer with hands-on experience in developing high-performance backend systems and test automation frameworks. Trusted technical advisor with a proven track record in managing strategic projects, optimizing QA processes, and enhancing product stability. Skilled in Java microservices, API development, and automation, with a focus on improving usability and efficiency. Committed to innovation and staying current with industry trends to deliver exceptional value and achieve operational excellence. AREAS OF EXPERTISE
o Backend Development
o Database Management
o Backend testing (API&DB)
o API Development
o Performance Management
o Containerization & CI/CD
o Security & Authentication
o Code Reviews
CORE SKILLS AND KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
o Product Development Expertise: Developed and optimized a dynamic product for multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including feature development, integration, and training, serving over 500 users. o Usability & Efficiency Improvement: Developed a user-friendly Java GUI interface using JavaFX/Swing, reducing user error by 30% and improving task completion time by 25% through intuitive design and real-time feedback. o Solution Development: Demonstrated advanced critical thinking and innovative solutions to navigate technical challenges. o Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborated effectively with internal and external partners to solve complex challenges, driving impactful outcomes through effective communications and influence. o Technical Skills: Java, JUnit, Selenium, REST API, Automation Testing, API Testing, Git, Maven, POM, Git, Jenkins, Postman, RabbitMQ, Docker, Bitbucket, DataDog, Linux - Ubuntu, JIRA, CI/CD, Debugging, TestNg, SQL, MongoDb, Kubernetes, TestRail, AWS, Python PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2024 – Present Boeing Englewood, CO Software Development Engineer in Test o Led the design and implementation of distributed systems using Java, Spring, and microservices architecture, ensuring high availability, scalability, and fault tolerance.
o Automated testing for a high-scale systems using Selenium and JUint. o Developed secure, high-performance RESTful APIs and backend systems, optimizing interaction between front-end and back-end. o Enhanced application performance through caching strategies and query optimization, proficiently managing relational databases and designing efficient database schemas.
o Mentored developers, led code reviews, and provided architectural guidance to improve project delivery and team efficiency. o Implemented Docker for containerized deployments and automated CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, streamlining development processes and improving release efficiency.
2021 – 2024 Blend Localization Israel, Remote Software Development Engineer in Test, Automation Engineer o Developed positive and negative testing plans implemented in code. Created successful UI tests using Java, Python, and Selenuim, along with database and API tests, ensuring builds quality and production performance. o Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement automated testing strategies, ensuring software quality and stability, resulting in high customer satisfaction rates and significant account expansions. o Assumed automation team leadership responsibilities in the absence of key team members, providing valuable guidance and support to automation engineers to ensure consistent, high-quality testing practices. o Implemented QA automation and monitoring for production stability, conducted code reviews, resolved software defects, and managed a successful intern program.
2021 Blend Localization Israel Production Support Engineer o Led bug investigations via logs, databases, configurations, and testing methodologies, resulting in vital reports and feature requests. o Published API documentation, served as the knowledge expert, and provided technical training and pre-sale strategy support. o Owned escalations end-to-end, collaborating with engineering and liaising with internal teams and customers. 2020 Granatum Solutions Israel QA Engineer
o Proactively improved quality assurance processes, implementing solutions to optimize efficiency and effectiveness. o Resolved customer technical escalations, collaborating with product and R&D teams to translate needs into product requirements. 2019 – 2020 Taglit, Birthright to Israel Israel Partnership Manager o Cultivated and enhanced ongoing relationships with key partners and donors, overseeing $1.5M+ in yearly donations. 2018 – 2019 MishpaHUG App Israel Project Manager & Java Developer o Oversaw five-member developer team in project management across project lifecycle, including prioritizing product backlog, requirements gathering, and version planning and scoping, ensuring the timely achievement of all project milestones. EDUCATION
2014 – 2018 B.Sc. in Computer Software Engineering Azrieli College of Engineering