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Elgun Gasimzade

Elgun Gasimzade

Sumqayit

Summary

I'm a Software Engineer with a strong focus on backend development and a knack for architecture design. Known for my ability to simplify complex problems and drive projects to completion. I excel in setting standards and guidelines for development teams, ensuring quality and consistency. Eager to apply my backend expertise and strategic insights to support and lead in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Java Software Engineer (Core Team)

Kapital Bank
Baku
10.2021 - Current
  • System Development: Spearheaded the design and implementation of scalable, secure back-end solutions, enhancing both new and existing applications with a focus on optimizing performance and user experience.
  • Code Quality and Security: Adhered to industry best practices in Java/J2EE development, ensuring all code was secure, maintainable, and performed optimally.
  • Library Development and Optimization: Authored and optimized reusable libraries for department-wide adoption, streamlining development processes and pushing the department closer to technical excellence. Worked closely with open-source communities to increase library adaptability and system compatibility.
  • Documentation Excellence: Crafted comprehensive documentation to streamline installation and maintenance processes, facilitating ease of use and system reliability.
  • Leadership in Code Review and Design: Guided and participated in code and design reviews, upholding high-quality standards and encouraging a culture of excellence and continuous learning within the team.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identified and advocated for enhancements in development standards and methodologies, driving forward the adoption of best practices and technological advancements.
  • Cross-Team Collaboration: Established effective collaborations with Development, QA, Network, DevOps, and Database teams, aligning project goals and technologies across disciplines
  • Strategic Problem-Solving: Worked closely with stakeholders across the organization to gather requirements and feedback, applying my deep knowledge in system architecture and microservices to devise strategic solutions.

Instructor

Developia Engineering Academy
Baku
08.2020 - 04.2022
  • Curriculum Development: Crafted and updated courses on Java, Spring, HTML5, CSS3, Sass, and JavaScript to match industry standards.
  • Teaching: Led hands-on sessions to enhance practical skills, using real-world scenarios to demystify complex topics.
  • Mentorship: Guided students through coding challenges and projects, encouraging their growth and curiosity in technology.
  • Technology Use: Integrated development tools and platforms into teaching, preparing students for professional tech environments.
  • Assessment: Evaluated student progress with tailored assessments, providing feedback to foster improvement.
  • Community Engagement: Built a collaborative classroom atmosphere and participated in tech community events, promoting learning and networking.

Software Developer

Developia Engineering
Baku
08.2020 - 09.2021
  • Application Development: Spearheaded the creation of an internal course management application, enhancing course delivery, student feedback, and teacher interactions.
  • User Interface Design: Collaborated with UI/UX designers to ensure the application was intuitive and user-friendly for students and teachers alike.
  • Feature Implementation: Developed and integrated essential features such as student ratings, feedback mechanisms, and detailed teacher profiles.
  • Technical Solutions: Utilized Java and JavaScript to build robust backend systems and dynamic frontends, improving application performance and user satisfaction.
  • Cross-Disciplinary Teamwork: Worked closely with educators and tech teams to align the application's functionality with educational needs and goals.
  • Quality Assurance: Conducted thorough testing and revisions, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the application across different user scenarios.

Education

Master of Science - Management Information Systems

Azerbaijan State Oil And Industry University
Baku, Azerbaijan
07-2024

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Azerbaijan State Oil And Industry University
Baku, Azerbaijan
07-2022

Skills

  • Java
  • Spring Framework & Spring Boot
  • NestJS, Expressjs
  • MySQL & Oracle SQL & MongoDB & PostgreSQL
  • RESTful APIs
  • Jenkins
  • Git (GitLab/Bitbucket,GitHub)
  • Maven/Gradle
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Consul & Vault
  • Unit, Integration, Load, E2E Testing (JUnit, JMeter)
  • Monitoring Platforms (Dynatrace, Prometheus & Grafana)
  • RabbitMQ
  • Kafka
  • Redis
  • Debezium
  • System Design
  • Design Patterns for Microservices (Circuit Breaker, Saga, Resilience4, and several more)
  • Agile Methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)

Languages

Azerbaijan
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Timeline

Java Software Engineer (Core Team)

Kapital Bank
10.2021 - Current

Instructor

Developia Engineering Academy
08.2020 - 04.2022

Software Developer

Developia Engineering
08.2020 - 09.2021

Master of Science - Management Information Systems

Azerbaijan State Oil And Industry University

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Azerbaijan State Oil And Industry University
Elgun Gasimzade