I'm Fernando

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Hello.

I'm a Software Developer with experience across all areas of the development lifecycle. I am always willing to learn, develop my skills and grow. Through experience, I have proven my capability to deliver and be a contributing team member, priding myself in my ability to communicate and work well with others. Scroll to learn more about me!

My Skills.

Full-Stack Software Development.

I have professional experience developing software from concept to reality. Some of the technologies I have used and enjoy include:

  • Languages - Javascript / TypeScript & Python.
  • Backend - Express.js, GraphQL, Django / Django Rest Framework.
  • Front-end - React.js, Next.js, Material UI & Storybook.
  • Testing - Jest, React Testing Library & Pytest.
  • Database - PostgreSQL.
  • Infrastructure - Google Cloud Platform & Pulumi.

Creative Problem Solving.

Creativity is the #1 most in-demand soft skill on the job market. Thankfully, I have always been someone that approaches and weighs problems from different perspectives. Now, I have a certificate for it.

Creative Problem Solving.

Creativity is the #1 most in-demand soft skill on the job market. Thankfully, I have always been someone that approaches and weighs problems from different perspectives. Now, I have a certificate for it.

Collaboration & Communication.

I believe that together, we can achieve more - communicating openly and effectively is the key for collaboration to succeed.

My Experience.

If you prefer to look at my resume, you can do so by clicking here!

Co-Founder & Software Developer

NowFantasy - 08/2020 - Present

Technologies: Python, React Native, Django / Django REST Framework, PostgreSQL

Activities:

  • Co-founded NowFantasy - a company focused on improving digital fan engagement and experiences for sport leagues and teams through fantasy games, mobile and web applications.
  • Using React Native, developed CEBL Mobile - the official app of the largest professional sports league in Canada. Peaking at #9 for sports in the App Store with over 10k downloads, fans have access to latest news, stats, game tickets, live games and on-demand content.
  • Using Python (Django Rest Framework), designed and developed NowFantasy's backend, which powers NowFantasy's fantasy games.
  • Learn more at nowfantasy.com.

Co-Founder & Software Developer

NowFantasy - 08/2020 - Present

Technologies: Python, React Native, Django / Django REST Framework, PostgreSQL

Activities:

  • Co-founded NowFantasy - a company focused on improving digital fan engagement and experiences for sport leagues and teams through fantasy games, mobile and web applications.
  • Using React Native, developed CEBL Mobile - the official app of the largest professional sports league in Canada. Peaking at #9 for sports in the App Store with over 10k downloads, fans have access to latest news, stats, game tickets, live games and on-demand content.
  • Using Python (Django Rest Framework), designed and developed NowFantasy's backend, which powers NowFantasy's fantasy games.
  • Learn more at nowfantasy.com.

Associate Software Developer

Uvaro - 09/2022 - 04/2023

Technologies: TypeScript, Node.js, Apollo GraphQL, React.js, Material UI, Storybook, PostgresSQL, Jest, React Testing Library, Google Cloud Platform, Pulumi

Activities:

  • Developed and maintained full-stack features using TypeScript - updating database schemas, APIs, and creating integrations between internal systems and third-party products in the backend, as well as implementing and updating React functional components, using Material UI and Storybook, in the front-end.
  • Grew and maintained a comprehensive suite of backend and front-end automated tests, using Jest and React Testing Library, to ensure code quality, reduce errors, and streamline the development process.
  • Empowered internal business team members by delivering autonomy in a key business process, enabling them to efficiently manage this process without engineering intervention, significantly reducing the number of weekly engineering support tickets by over 80%.

Associate Software Developer

Uvaro - 09/2022 - 04/2023

Technologies: TypeScript, Node.js, Apollo GraphQL, React.js, Material UI, Storybook, PostgresSQL, Jest, React Testing Library, Google Cloud Platform, Pulumi

Activities:

  • Developed and maintained full-stack features using TypeScript - updating database schemas, APIs, and creating integrations between internal systems and third-party products in the backend, as well as implementing and updating React functional components, using Material UI and Storybook, in the front-end.
  • Grew and maintained a comprehensive suite of backend and front-end automated tests, using Jest and React Testing Library, to ensure code quality, reduce errors, and streamline the development process.
  • Empowered internal business team members by delivering autonomy in a key business process, enabling them to efficiently manage this process without engineering intervention, significantly reducing the number of weekly engineering support tickets by over 80%.

Associate Software Engineer

Sun Life - 10/2021 - 05/2022

Technologies: Adobe Campaign, JavaScript, PostgreSQL

Activities:

  • Sole developer responsible for updating the Retail Client Engagement application, used by 2700 Sun Life Advisors to engage with 2.2m clients, to handle compliance changes as well as general improvements.
  • Created a File Manipulation package (delete, rename/move or copy file(s)) to facilitate archiving and clean up of files, used in production across several automation workflows.
  • Added two new languages (Chinese and Simplified Chinese) to the Leads Campaign Landing Page application, refactoring the application to use a translation dictionary and remove repetitive code.

Associate Software Engineer

Sun Life - 10/2021 - 05/2022

Technologies: Adobe Campaign, JavaScript, PostgreSQL

Activities:

  • Sole developer responsible for updating the Retail Client Engagement application, used by 2700 Sun Life Advisors to engage with 2.2m clients, to handle compliance changes as well as general improvements.
  • Created a File Manipulation package (delete, rename/move or copy file(s)) to facilitate archiving and clean up of files, used in production across several automation workflows.
  • Added two new languages (Chinese and Simplified Chinese) to the Leads Campaign Landing Page application, refactoring the application to use a translation dictionary and remove repetitive code.

Associate Innovation Developer

Sun Life - 01/2021 - 10/2021

Technologies: JavaScript, Alexa Skills Kit, React

Activities:

  • Led initiative on several different prototypes, from ideation, through research, design and build, to improve the experience of clients on web (React) and voice channels (Alexa).
  • Developed "reminders on voice" to increase client engagement on the voice channel, which was converted into a production feature for over 500 clients, helping increase monthly active clients by 50%.
  • Displayed leadership skills by training and mentoring 7 new hires on the team, including Full-Time and Co-op.

Associate Innovation Developer

Sun Life - 01/2021 - 10/2021

Technologies: JavaScript, Alexa Skills Kit, React

Activities:

  • Led initiative on several different prototypes, from ideation, through research, design and build, to improve the experience of clients on web (React) and voice channels (Alexa).
  • Developed "reminders on voice" to increase client engagement on the voice channel, which was converted into a production feature for over 500 clients, helping increase monthly active clients by 50%.
  • Displayed leadership skills by training and mentoring 7 new hires on the team, including Full-Time and Co-op.

Busines Intelligence Analyst

Nevvon - 09/2020 - 12/2020

Technologies: Knowi, MySQL

Activities:

  • Explored, analyzed and provided a comprehensive review of business intelligence tools/packages based on Nevvon's requirements. Chose a BI tool based on generated report.
  • Produced meaningful SQL queries to view relevant data across different business areas.
  • Created reports and visualizations in Knowi, in order to give end-users easy access to the data.
  • Worked closely with Nevvon's CTO to determine goals and priorities.

Busines Intelligence Analyst

Nevvon - 09/2020 - 12/2020

Technologies: Knowi, MySQL

Activities:

  • Explored, analyzed and provided a comprehensive review of business intelligence tools/packages based on Nevvon's requirements. Chose a BI tool based on generated report.
  • Produced meaningful SQL queries to view relevant data across different business areas.
  • Created reports and visualizations in Knowi, in order to give end-users easy access to the data.
  • Worked closely with Nevvon's CTO to determine goals and priorities.

Full-Stack Software Developer (Co-op)

Manulife - 01/2019 - 10/2019

Technologies: Java, Spring Boot, Vaadin, SQL, SQL Server, VBA

Activities:

  • Created and maintained single-source workforce database for Group Benefits Technology, using SQL Server, with weekly updates through stored procedures.
  • Developed API using Spring Boot (Java) to read and update data in workforce database.
  • Developed front-end form using Vaadin (Java) to consume API, deployed on Pivotal Cloud Foundry.
  • Administered feedback cycle for 250+ employees, using Excel and VBA to automate survey and reports delivery.
  • Won the Co-op innovation challenge as part of the team with the best creative solution to existing company problem. Demoed to a panel of executives.

Full-Stack Software Developer (Co-op)

Manulife - 01/2019 - 10/2019

Technologies: Java, Spring Boot, Vaadin, SQL, SQL Server, VBA

Activities:

  • Created and maintained single-source workforce database for Group Benefits Technology, using SQL Server, with weekly updates through stored procedures.
  • Developed API using Spring Boot (Java) to read and update data in workforce database.
  • Developed front-end form using Vaadin (Java) to consume API, deployed on Pivotal Cloud Foundry.
  • Administered feedback cycle for 250+ employees, using Excel and VBA to automate survey and reports delivery.
  • Won the Co-op innovation challenge as part of the team with the best creative solution to existing company problem. Demoed to a panel of executives.

I Can Do It.

I'm currently available for opportunities.

If you're looking for someone who is hard-working, a critical thinker and a team-player who will make a difference, reach out below! 😄

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