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Peloton Technologies
Software Developer
Sept 2023 - Dec 2023 (Co-op)
Jan 2024 - Current (Full-time)
  • Tech: ASP.NET Core 8 & Framework 4.8, Teleriik Kendo UI, Entity Framework Core, Typescript, PHP
  • Led development of a self-serve Currency Exchange feature, including Figma UI design mockups, stakeholder consultations, and final implementation in .NET and TypeScript. Integrated with the RBC Currency Exchange API and identified critical risk factors to ensure robust delivery.
  • Automated sales commission ingestion by designing and implementing a .NET Entity Framework Core solution to import Excel templates into SQL. Ensured data integrity and seamless deployment for leadership reporting. Incorporated stakeholder feedback through strong communication and continuous iteration.
  • Developed a modern WooCommerce PHP plugin integrating internal APIs and webhooks, accompanied by a detailed installation guide that secured a key client contract.
  • Implemented automated email payment reminders with customizable templates. Collaborated with Marketing and Sales to refine messaging and enhance usability.
  • Contributed to major migration of flagship production application from .NET Framework 4.8 to .NET 8.0, ensuring a seamless transition.
  • Proactively conducting code reviews and providing feedback while applying critical analysis and thorough testing.
  • Facilitated weekly triage of all bugs, assessing impact and urgency to inform sprint planning and flag showstoppers.
  • Authored developer logs to improve clarity and cross-team transparency regarding new features and bug fixes.
Article
Full Stack Software Engineer (Co-op)
May 2022 - Aug 2022
  • Tech: Java Spring, Vue, Kafka, SQL
  • Investigated production issues reported by internal teams and resolved bugs by auditing AWS CloudWatch logs and the production database, improving Java Spring backend stability.
  • Designed JUnit and Mockito tests to increase backend logic coverage and ensure reliability through automation.
  • Modified API endpoints and Kafka topics to enhance event-driven microservice communication; updated Vue frontend to reflect changes and improve visibility.
  • Tested API behavior using Postman and queried the production SQL database to audit data integrity and flow.
  • Documented internal architecture, microservices, and M1 chip development setup challenges to support onboarding and cross-team alignment.
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
Software Developer (Co-op)
Sept 2021 - Apr 2022
  • Tech: React, Electron, Node, Java, Powershell, C#, SQLite
  • Developed a multi-folder Cloud Backup feature with a progress-loading bar, and a browser cache deletion tool using PowerShell scripting with a React frontend.
  • Delivered features and bug fixes on Windows (Java, C#, PowerShell) and ported core functionality to a new web application (React, Node.js, Electron).
  • Integrated SQLite into a Java desktop application to centralize app usage analytics and improve data collection.
  • Promoted maintainable code practices by consolidating redundant CSS and removing hardcoded translations for improved scalability.
Hootsuite
Accounts Payable Specialist
Feb 2019 - Aug 2020
  • Automated the corporate credit card reconciliation process for 30 cards, reducing task time significantly through GSheet scripting and formulas, and reduced risk of human error
  • Setup a Netsuite script to send remittance emails to our vendors, strengthening vendor-customer relations and creating a more robust Accounts Payable function
  • Customized macros in Zendesk to standardize communication, increasing processing efficiency
  • Established an internal website and created process documentation, delivered training to management and peers
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Computer Science Student Association
Treasurer
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021
  • Organized the 2021 virtual BCS Hackathon with over 60 participants, and secured over $7,000 in funding through grant and sponsorship funding
  • Set up the Hackathon Notion site, finalized schedule, and managed all socials for the Hackathon event (Facebook, Devpost, mass emails through sendinblue)
University of Victoria - Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CRA)
Director of Marketing (UVic)
Jan 2018 - May 2018
  • Designed and executed a scheduled marketing and socials plan to increase engagement with the local community out of our clinics through the UVic Gustavson School of Business
  • Tailored communication tools to ensure precision and clarity in wording, establishing materials to be used in future years,and reached out to all potential community organizations and partners
  • Created print and digital advertising content from scratch in Adobe Illustrator
  • Accurately prepared T1 tax e-Filing for eligible community members
German Red Cross
Refugee Engagement
Oct 2017 - Dec 2017
  • Organized cultural activities in French to expose Guinean refugee camp residents to the language and customs of Germany
  • Assisted in running the Christmas potluck at the Benjamin Franklin Village Refugee Camp, and running the childrens activity tables