Simon I.
DevOps Engineer
With a strong track record across various roles, Simon has excelled in diverse projects, demonstrating proficiency in multiple technologies and methodologies. He played a pivotal role in developing a new website and CMS for the Gaea+ 3D visualization tool, managed the migration of applications to Kubernetes, and led the development of a showcase web shop application.
An expert in AWS, Simon brings a solid foundation in project leadership, combining his technical proficiency with a collaborative and results-oriented approach. His skill set and dedication make him a valuable asset in software engineering, DevOps, and project leadership roles.
Main expertise
AWS Lambda5 years
Git10 years
DevOps5 years
AWS5 yearsExperience6
DevOps Engineer
- Spearheaded the setup of a robust Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline;
- Implemented the CI/CD pipeline using Docker Compose, ensuring seamless integration of development, testing, and deployment processes;
- Utilized GitLab as the primary version control and collaboration platform, configuring workflows to automate the build, test, and deployment phases;
- Collaborated with development and operations teams to define and implement CI/CD best practices, streamlining the software delivery lifecycle;
- Automated the deployment process, enhancing efficiency and reducing manual errors by leveraging Docker Compose for containerization;
- Conducted regular assessments and optimizations of the CI/CD pipeline, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary adjustments;
- Provided documentation and training to team members on the CI/CD pipeline setup, ensuring knowledge transfer and promoting a collaborative development environment;
- Demonstrated expertise in orchestrating Docker containers and integrating version control tools to establish a reliable and scalable CI/CD infrastructure.
Python Developer
- Managed the maintenance of a Windows service written in Python, dedicated to parsing emails from Siemens devices for fire alarms;
- Ensured the functionality and reliability of the service, performing regular checks and troubleshooting to address any issues promptly;
- Collaborated with relevant stakeholders to understand and implement updates or modifications to the parsing mechanism as needed;
- Implemented enhancements to the Python codebase, optimizing performance and incorporating improvements to meet evolving requirements;
- Coordinated with firefighters and relevant personnel to customize SMS alerting parameters and ensure timely and accurate notifications;
- Monitored the overall system for potential issues, implementing proactive measures to prevent service disruptions;
- Maintained documentation for the Windows service, including codebase documentation and operational procedures;
- Kept abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies, applying relevant knowledge to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the email parsing and alerting system.
DevOps Engineer
- Managed the maintenance, cloud upgrades, scaling, on-call duties, and monitoring activities for five clouds owned by a Tier 1 US ISP;
- Successfully scaled production clouds to accommodate 55 million active locations, ensuring optimal performance and reliability;
- Led the comprehensive knowledge transfer process, facilitating the seamless transition of ownership from Plume to a major Tier 1 US ISP;
- Orchestrated the migration of applications from EC2 to EKS (Kubernetes) using Helm and Terraform, enhancing efficiency and modernizing the infrastructure;
- Developed a "Plume monitoring" Helm chart to effectively monitor the infrastructure, incorporating technologies such as Prometheus, Thanos, Alertmanager, and Opsgenie;
- Collaborated as a member of a squad dedicated to transitioning services from EC2 to ECS, contributing to the overall evolution and improvement of cloud services.
AWS Athena
Apache HTTP Server
YugabyteDB
Apache ZooKeeper
NodeJS Developer
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Assisted in the development of the Stremio product by writing tests in NodeJS, contributing to the overall code quality and reliability;
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Collaborated with the development team to create and implement new features, ensuring alignment with project goals and user requirements;
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Played a key role in the software release process by actively participating in building and packaging new releases for Windows, Linux, and Mac platforms;
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Conducted testing procedures to validate the functionality, performance, and compatibility of the product across different operating systems;
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Worked closely with team members to identify and address bugs or issues, contributing to the delivery of a stable and user-friendly application;
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Engaged in the review and improvement of existing code, adhering to coding standards and best practices;
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Contributed to the documentation of testing procedures, feature specifications, and build processes to facilitate knowledge transfer within the team;
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Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by actively participating in multiple aspects of the Stremio product development during the 5-month tenure.
Senior Software Engineer
- Led the development of a new website and Content Management System (CMS) for the Gaea+ 3D visualization tool, utilizing PHP and building on the Zend Framework from scratch;
- Contributed to the enhancement of the Gaea+ 3D visualization tool by developing new features in Java on the Netbeans platform, as part of the Pandora EU research project;
- Designed and implemented an image generator for the DiveFor EU research project using Python, showcasing expertise in diverse programming languages;
- Took charge of developing a showcase web shop application in the Spring Framework (Java) and conducted load testing with JMeter as part of the CloudScale EU research project;
- Assumed the role of maintaining, deploying, monitoring, and implementing new features for the SmartLocator product written in Django;
- Served as the project leader for the Fortissimo 2 EU research project, overseeing the development of the Fortissimo Marketplace in PHP (Drupal) and coordinating technical collaboration between XLAB, Magneti d.d., and Arctur d.o.o. HPC for various projects;
- Took on the responsibility of being the Market Assessment Leader for the Fortissimo Marketplace within the Fortissimo 2 EU research project;
- Held the position of project leader for the Trillion EU research project, leading UI/UX research and development of the Trillion web application in Django, and utilizing Rancher for deployment.
PHP
Zend
Spring
Drupal
AjaxSoftware Engineer
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Contributed to the design, coding, and maintenance of web applications, showcasing proficiency in Zend framework development;
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Collaborated with a team of developers to create and enhance web-based solutions, ensuring high-quality and efficient code;
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Participated in the implementation of features and functionalities, adhering to industry best practices and standards;
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Played a key role in the development life cycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment;
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Demonstrated expertise in utilizing Zend framework and jQuery to create responsive and dynamic web applications;
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Worked on various projects, gaining experience in different aspects of web application development.
PHPZendAjaxApache HTTP ServerAssessments
Engineering excellence
Simon’s overall performance in a 90-minute live technical assessment ranks in the top 10% of vetted DevOps Engineers at Proxify.
Education
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