ADAM STERN
Full Stack Developer
*************@*****.*** +1-872-***-**** Jacksonville, FL, 32202
PROFESSIONAL OVERVIEW
Senior Backend Engineer with over 10 years of experience building and scaling backend systems, APIs, and data platforms across fintech, healthtech, and e commerce. Specialized in Python, Django, SQL, and distributed cloud native architectures with AWS, Docker, and CI CD. Proven ability to design low latency APIs, develop scalable data pipelines, and lead engineering initiatives in high growth and early stage environments. Recognized for a strong product mindset, mentoring teams, and delivering backend solutions that directly power customer facing innovation.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Full-Stack Developer
Skyline Commerce
03/2021 – Present
•Reframed role as Senior Backend Engineer, leading architecture and backend development for a high-availability e-commerce platform
•Designed and implemented Python Django backend APIs, handling millions of transactions monthly with sub-50ms latency
•Built scalable cloud infrastructure using AWS CDK, Docker, and Kubernetes, improving system reliability and scalability
•Developed and maintained CI/CD pipelines, automated testing workflows, and deployment processes
•Mentored junior developers, established team-wide coding standards, and drove best practices in backend engineering
•Partnered with product owners to align backend architecture with business objectives, enabling rapid feature delivery Backend Developer
WellCore Health
03/2018 – 02/2021
•Engineered and maintained HIPAA-compliant internal applications for patient scheduling, electronic health records, and therapeutic tracking.
•Developed RESTful APIs and microservices to enable seamless integration with third-party health platforms and devices.
•Translated clinical requirements into scalable, user-friendly front-end interfaces leveraging React.js and responsive design principles.
•Implemented rigorous security protocols and conducted code reviews to safeguard sensitive patient information..
•Optimized database performance and ensured data integrity using PostgreSQL and MongoDB, implementing efficient queries, indexing strategies, and backup routines.
Junior Full-Stack Developer
TrackFin Analytics
12/2015 – 02/2018
•Contributed to financial data backend systems supporting global analytics initiatives
•Developed backend services for data dashboards and reporting tools, ensuring accurate multi-source financial datasets
•Conducted data integration, validation, and optimization, improving processing speed and accuracy
•Supported team and stakeholders with documentation, training, and technical walkthroughs
•Assisted in code maintenance, bug fixes, and backend feature development under senior engineer guidance PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Core Skills
Backend Development: Python, Django, FastAPI, Node.js, Express, REST API design Data Engineering: SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, ETL pipelines, PySpark, Databricks Cloud and Infrastructure: AWS, Lambda, S3, RDS, CDK, ECS, Docker, Kubernetes, CI CD automation System Design: Distributed systems, microservices, high throughput transaction pipelines Security and Compliance: HIPAA, PCI, secure coding practices Collaboration and Leadership: Agile, cross functional teamwork, mentorship, product alignment API Design & Integration
Skilled in developing and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices to enable seamless communication between systems and third-party services.
Full-Stack Web Development
Proficient in building robust front-end and back-end applications using JavaScript (React.js, Node.js), HTML5, CSS3, and Python/Django. Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps
Hands-on experience deploying and maintaining applications on AWS with CI/CD pipelines, Docker containers, and version control using Git. Database Management
Experienced with SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases, including schema design, optimization, and data migration. Responsive UI/UX Development
Expertise in designing and implementing responsive, user-friendly interfaces optimized for performance and accessibility across devices. Mentorship & Leadership Experienced in mentoring jun Experienced in mentoring junior developers, conducting code reviews, and fostering best practices to enhance team productivity and code quality.
Agile Development & Collaboration
Proficient in Agile methodologies, sprint planning, cross-functional teamwork, and using collaboration tools like Jira and Confluence. Security & Compliance
Knowledgeable in implementing data protection standards, including HIPAA compliance and secure coding practices for handling sensitive information.
Soft skills
Leadership and collaboration skills show youʼre not just a coder but a team player and mentor. Business alignment Agile and cross-function
Agile and cross-functional teamwork indicate you can work well in fast-paced, iterative environment. Real-world tools
Includes cloud (AWS), DevOps, and databases — essential for modern full-stack roles. ACHIEVEMENTS
•Designed and deployed low-latency APIs processing millions of transactions monthly
•Built and optimized scalable data pipelines and ETL workflows supporting analytics and ML enrichment
•Led infrastructure modernization using AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes
•Mentored and guided junior and mid-level backend engineers, improving team productivity and code quality
•Delivered production-ready backend systems in fast-paced, early-stage environments EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
2015