Alex (mcs2k8) - Senior Mobile and Full-Stack Developer/Tech Lead
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👋 Hello! I'm Alex, a highly experienced Senior Mobile Developer and Tech Lead with over 10 years of experience in iOS, Android, and cross-platform development (Flutter/React Native). I have a proven ability to architect scalable mobile solutions, lead teams, and deliver high-performance applications. My expertise spans full-stack development, bridging mobile and backend technologies to create comprehensive solutions.
Core Competencies
- Mobile Development: iOS (Swift, Swift UI, Objective-C, Core Data), Android (Kotlin, Java, Jetpack Compose), Cross-Platform (Flutter, Dart, React Native), Mobile SDK Development, Espresso, Lottie
- Full-Stack Development:
- Frontend: JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML/CSS, React.js, AngularJS, Bootstrap, jQuery, UI/UX Design, Responsive Design
- Backend: Python (Django, FastAPI), Node.js, REST APIs, GraphQL, Data Structures & Algorithms, Design Patterns, Enterprise Software Architecture
- Database: SQL (MySQL, Postgres), NoSQL, Data Science, Data Models, BigQuery
- Software Architecture: Design Patterns, Clean Architecture, SOLID Principles, Enterprise Software Architecture
- DevOps & Cloud: Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Firebase, Docker, Nginx, Git, Maven, Gradle, CI/CD (GitLab, in-house Ruby solution)
- Project Management: Agile, Scrum (Certified ScrumMaster), Kanban, MVP, Test Automation, Atlassian, Jira, Phabricator
- Tools & Software: Excel/Numbers/Sheets, Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Unity
- Languages: French, Mandarin, Spanish, Hebrew, Russian
Values and Approach
I am a Certified ScrumMaster with a strong focus on clean architecture, code quality, and data-driven decisions. I believe in fostering collaboration and contributing to positive work environments.
Good Vibes
Good vibes are very important to me. Whether it is at work, at home, or anywhere else, it's important that we contribute goodness and kindness to the world. I believe that we should advocate for truth and kindness.
Professional Highlights
- Cross-Platform Expertise: Proficient in developing cross-platform applications using Flutter and React Native, enabling efficient development for both iOS and Android.
- SDK Development: Extensive experience in developing and maintaining SDKs for various platforms (iOS, Android, JavaScript, WeChat), with a focus on performance optimization and standardization.
- API Integration & Optimization: Proven ability to integrate RESTful APIs and optimize applications for performance and memory management, including experience with reverse engineering APIs (e.g., Jio Music).
- Technical Leadership: Experience in leading mobile engineering teams, providing technical guidance, and driving strategic planning in Agile environments.
- Full-Stack Capabilities: Demonstrated ability to work across the full stack, from mobile development to backend development and database management.
Featured Projects
- Jio Music:
- A free music player with integrated access to popular streaming services.
- Contributions: Delved into the behind-the-scenes work on audio streaming, reverse-engineering APIs, and optimizing apps for memory.
- Link to Google Play Store: Jio Music
- Kitchen Up:
- A beautifully designed recipes application with integrated AI capabilities.
- Highlight: Demonstrates expertise in UI/UX design and AI integration.
- Link to Google Play Store: Kitchen Up
- Watchland:
- A Samsung Watch application with over 100,000 downloads.
- Significance: My first major application, showcasing my early success in mobile development.
- Link to project/information: Watchland
- Mapgears:
- A real-time mapping and tracking solution for various industries (sport, waste removal, etc.).
- Responsibilities: Leading development and decision-making for Mapgears' mobile product ecosystem.
- Tech Stack: iOS (SwiftUI, Core Data), Android (Kotlin Multiplatform, Jetpack Compose), Backend (Flask, Firebase), CI/CD (in-house Ruby solution with Firebase and GCP).
- Tongdao:
- Marketing and analytics SDK to collect user data and facilitate intelligent marketing campaigns.
- Responsibilities: Managed a mobile engineering team, enhanced SDK performance, led CI/CD integration.
- Impact: Achieved a 300% reduction in file size through optimization.
- Tech Stack: iOS (Objective-C, Swift, Core Data, RESTful APIs), Android (Java, Kotlin), Flutter (Dart), JavaScript/TypeScript, WeChat HTML5, CI/CD (GitLab, GCP).
- Daragon Technology:
- Full-stack solution for sharing large watchface files between users globally.
- Responsibilities: Directed a cross-functional team, acted as the primary technical lead.
- Tech Stack: iOS (Swift, Swift UI, Objective-C, Core Data, RESTful APIs), Android (Java, Kotlin), Backend (Django, Python, Nginx, PostgreSQL, Firebase).
- Quickmobile:
- Event management software for Android, used by Fortune 500 companies.
- Responsibilities: Developed customized mobile components, optimized SQL database queries.
- Tech Stack: Android, Java, MySQL, JUnit, Espresso.
- Beaver Mama (Archived):
- My first Flutter application, which solidified my belief in the framework's capabilities.
- Importance: A key project in my transition to and specialization in Flutter development.
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