Backend Software Engineer
New York, NY
zachspar@gmail.com
(914) 486-8258
Tools / Frameworks
Linux / Unix
Django (Original / REST / Channels)
Flask
Nginx
AWS
Git
Batch / BCP / ETL
Languages
Python (2 & 3)
Perl
C++
Java
SQL
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, May 2019
Major: Computer Science
Initiated and executed Growth-Line-of-Credit (GLOC) ACH automation project, achieving flawless daily imports, a 99% audit reconciliation rate for GLOC customers, and enhanced process efficiency
Collaborated closely with Risk team to resolve complex customer-centric issues, implementing comprehensive features and infrastructure improvements to enhance internal processes
Led implementation of SFTP system and standardized incoming Mailchimp webhooks, optimizing data management capabilities and setting the stage for future projects
Maintained open communication and stakeholder collaboration, contributing to improved customer experiences; played a key role in the growth transition from a team of 35 to over 100 employees
Upgraded out-of-date IPO services and interfaces for middle office advisors
Assembled real-time IPO service pipeline for deals and customer orders flowing from E*TRADE to Morgan Stanley
Composed and documented critical daily batch processes for advisor equities, mutual funds, and fees
Delineated and optimized legacy C services
Scripted bulk copy programs to facilitate management fee calculations and analysis
Produced manipulable Job Control Language code generator written in Python
Maintained version control, test suites, API & websocket framework documentation, and general application deployments
Implemented fault-tolerant and auto-scaling backend system to run API and websocket servers
Built continuous integration pipeline for staging and production, resulting in zero downtime application updates
On App Store: 'Underground Sound – UGS'
Designed plugin transforms analyzing API sourced data to visually display sensitive information on Maltego software platform
Developed client-requested dynamic display of customizable data characteristics using company API
Illustrated client-facing Python library, facilitating access to proprietary DarkOwl API
Optimized internal legacy processes with streamlined programming using Python and Java
Constructed interactive graphic portfolio interface displaying relevant financial indicators for company-held securities
Scripted autonomous Python applet that tracked and processed recent IPO's
Assisted senior technology team in full database encryption and security monitoring