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Kevin Jacob

Software Engineer/Web Developer
Adelaide,SA

Summary

Experienced and detail-oriented Frontend Web Developer with a passion for creating visually appealing and intuitive user interfaces. With over three years of hands-on experience, I have a solid understanding of modern web technologies and best practices. Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React and adept at version control with Git. I am dedicated to delivering high-quality, responsive, and user-friendly websites utilizing browser developer tools for debugging, and working collaboratively with Agile/Scrum methodologies. In addition to three years of experience as a frontend web developer, I bring a solid background as a software engineer with four years of expertise. This tenure has afforded me extensive insights into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and I have actively engaged in hands-on experiences across its various stages. My skills extend to cloud technologies, holding an AWS certification and having gained practical experience in AWS for few months. I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, business knowledge, strategic thinking and effective communication.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Front-end Developer

Libromi
10.2021 - 12.2023

Libromi is a company focused on product development, and its flagship product - Libromi Connect, provides solutions tailored for WhatsApp Business. This includes features like a multi-agent team inbox, chatbot functionality, and bulk WhatsApp broadcasting, all built on the Official WhatsApp Cloud API. In essence, businesses can harness the complete capabilities of WhatsApp through the comprehensive offerings of Libromi Connect. Responsibilities as a Front-end developer -

  • Analyse and understand project requirements, collaborating with stake holders to develop software designs and architectures that align with business goals.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement responsive user interfaces for web applications.
  • Utilising HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and React to create, interactive and visually appealing features.
  • Developed and maintained React components, ensuring high performance and responsiveness.
  • Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate design mockups into functional web pages.
  • Write clean and efficient code following best practice and implement version control using Git.
  • Applied problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to frontend development.
  • Actively participated in Agile/Scrum ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning and retrospectives contributing to team’s continuous improvement and ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in frontend development.

Software Engineer

HTC Global Services
04.2017 - 08.2021

Kevin served as a Software Engineer within the framework of an agile project life cycle, specializing in the Insurance sector and catering to US clients. Engaging in automation projects, he seamlessly integrated extensive business knowledge acquired over the years with his technical prowess. His role involved developing applications compatible with legacy systems, employing a diverse skill set that included traditional and modern programming languages such as COBOL, JCL, core Java, DB2 queries, and bash scripting. Additionally, Kevin proficiently utilized various tools, such as GIT, Service Now, IBM DB2 tools, and internal tools, to enhance project efficiency and streamline development processes. Responsibilities included -

  • Agile project life cycle involvement, specializing in automation projects.
  • Deep knowledge of technical and business aspects of projects handled.
  • Collaborate with other teams to enhance application features and improve overall quality.
  • Attend to tickets through ServiceNow and communicate with clients to work and solve potential issues.
  • Proficient in creating mainframe applications with COBOL, JCL, PL1, Core Java, DB2 queries, Bash scripting, GIT and various tools.
  • Write clean and reusable code and document various production issues along with fixes for future reference.
  • Involved in requirement gathering, development, testing and deploying clean code to production.
  • Mentoring team on SDLC and Git.

Education

Master of Computer Applications - Computer Science

Bharathiar University
India
07.2013 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Computer Applications - Computer Science

Bharathiar University
India
07.2009 - 07.2012

Skills

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Accomplishments

  • AWS Cloud Practitioner Certified.
  • Certificates for coding challenges.

Timeline

Front-end Developer

Libromi
10.2021 - 12.2023

Software Engineer

HTC Global Services
04.2017 - 08.2021

Master of Computer Applications - Computer Science

Bharathiar University
07.2013 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Computer Applications - Computer Science

Bharathiar University
07.2009 - 07.2012
Kevin JacobSoftware Engineer/Web Developer