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I’m an experienced Software and Test Engineer with a strong background in backend development, specialising in APIs, testing, automation, and system reliability. Recently, I’ve expanded into front-end frameworks like React, PrimeFaces, JavaScript, and TypeScript, enhancing my full-stack capabilities. With experience across mobile, desktop, and SaaS platforms, I adapt quickly to diverse roles—from development and DevOps to testing and support. I thrive in agile environments, driven by continuous learning and meaningful challenges. Outside work, my passion for wind and water sports fuels my resilience. I’m currently available with approximately two to three weeks’ notice, keen to apply my broad skills and proactive approach in my next role.
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Language
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Czech
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Work Experience
Full Stack Developer at Hamilton Jet
March 1, 2025 - PresentActed as the sole developer on the project, navigating complex technical decisions and delivering solutions under tight deadlines. Modernised legacy enterprise applications with Java 21 and Quarkus. Enhanced performance and stability of JSF/PrimeFaces front-end by addressing technical debt and optimising workflows. Introduced disciplined unit testing practices embedding TDD into the workflow. Resolved complex API and integration issues with external systems to ensure data consistency and robust error handling. Collaborated with stakeholders for requirements gathering and delivered incremental improvements focused on bug fixes, security, and maintainability. Expanded technical documentation and contributed to DevOps tasks such as Jenkins build configuration, Docker scripting, and dependency management.
Full Stack Developer (Student) at Dev Academy Aotearoa
December 31, 2024 - August 5, 2025Completed an intensive 17-week immersive web development boot camp covering JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, React, Node.js, and Express. Built collaborative full-stack applications using Agile methodologies and test-driven development. Enhanced communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills through human skills workshops and team projects.
Support & Test Consultant (Contract) at SharpMind Games
May 31, 2024 - August 5, 2025Implemented Agile Test Management in Jira, streamlining workflows. Automated email trend analysis and researched AI-based email processing. Supported the launch of a new Solitaire website and maintained a legacy Puzzle platform. Provided technical support, tested game logic, engines, and ads, and communicated user feedback to the development team.
Java Developer at Trimble NZ
October 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025Developed APIs for system integration, including licensing and identity services. Worked on UI (AngularJS and Vue) and backend (Spring) components following TDD for REST APIs. Automated Jenkins builds deployed to AWS using Docker and Kubernetes. Briefly used Salesforce for customer support ticket handling.
Test & Build Engineer at Orion Health
May 31, 2017 - August 5, 2025Developed CI/CD pipelines, automating acceptance tests with Selenium. Managed test environments, performed code reviews, and collaborated closely with development teams.
Test Integration Engineer (Contract) at STATS NZ
February 28, 2018 - August 5, 2025Contributed to New Zealand's first online Census, ensuring system stability and scalability. Developed automation tools and led testing for mail data process, supporting online/offline participation. Utilized Salesforce and DataLoader for integration and load testing.
Android Platform Build & Test Engineer at Trimble NZ
June 30, 2019 - August 5, 2025Migrated dispersed build jobs into Jenkins Pipelines, improving efficiency. Set up virtual and physical servers tailored to project needs and established local clones of large Android OS repositories. Established test processes to ensure Android compatibility standards were met.
Java Developer & Test Analyst / Team Lead at The Czech Insurance Company
December 31, 2008 - August 5, 2025Designed test plans for TIA software and developed banking integration interfaces. Integrated web services using Java technologies including SOAP, XML, and XSLT.
Software Tester at Emendo
April 30, 2011 - August 5, 2025Created and executed test strategies for CapPlan software. Managed bug documentation and supported Agile workflows.
QA Engineer for NetBeans IDE at Sun Microsystems
September 30, 2004 - August 5, 2025Conducted automated and manual testing of NetBeans IDE. Fixed bugs and maintained QA lab environments.
Java Developer at Fusion5 NZ
February 29, 2024 - August 5, 2025Developed APIs for payroll and HR data integration, enhancing the Jemini system's back-end. Implemented RESTful web services and crafted JPA queries. Occasionally supported front-end development using ZK OSS Ajax WebApp Framework.
Full Stack Developer at Hamilton Jet
March 1, 2025 - PresentActed as the sole developer on this project, independently managing complex technical decisions and delivering rapid solutions under tight timelines. Modernised a legacy enterprise application by developing backend features with Java 21 and Quarkus, integrating with the M3 ERP system. Improved JSF/PrimeFaces frontend performance and stability while reducing technical debt. Introduced TDD practices with unit, integration, and end-to-end tests. Resolved API and integration issues ensuring data consistency and robust error handling. Collaborated with stakeholders to deliver incremental improvements focusing on bugs, security, and maintainability. Expanded technical documentation and contributed to DevOps tasks including Jenkins builds, Docker scripting, and dependency management.
Full Stack Developer (Student) at Dev Academy Aotearoa
December 31, 2024 - August 5, 2025Completed intensive 17-week immersive web development boot camp covering JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, React, Node.js, and Express. Built collaborative full-stack applications using Agile methodologies and test-driven development. Enhanced communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills through workshops and projects.
Support & Test Consultant (Contract) at SharpMind Games
May 31, 2024 - August 5, 2025Implemented Agile Test Management in Jira to streamline workflows. Automated email trend analysis and researched AI-based email processing. Supported the launch of a new Solitaire website and maintained a legacy Puzzle platform. Provided technical support, tested game logic, game engines, and advertisements. Communicated user feedback to the development team.
Java Developer at Trimble NZ
October 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025Developed APIs for system integration (licensing and identity services) with Java, Spring Boot, and Hibernate. Created UI components using AngularJS and Vue. Followed TDD for REST API development. Automated Jenkins builds and deployed applications to AWS using Docker and Kubernetes. Supported customer ticket handling in Salesforce.
Software Test & Build Engineer at Orion Health
May 31, 2017 - August 5, 2025Developed CI/CD pipelines and automated acceptance testing using Selenium. Managed test environments and performed code reviews. Collaborated closely with development teams to maintain software quality.
Test Integration Engineer (Contract) at STATS NZ
February 28, 2018 - August 5, 2025Contributed to New Zealand’s first online Census ensuring system stability and scalability. Developed automation tools and led testing for mail data processes supporting online and offline participation. Utilised Salesforce and DataLoader extensively for integration and load testing.
Android Platform Build & Test Engineer at Trimble NZ
June 30, 2019 - August 5, 2025Migrated build jobs into Jenkins Pipelines to improve efficiency. Set up virtual and physical servers to project specifications and established local clones of large Android OS repositories. Established testing processes to ensure Android compatibility standards compliance.
J2EE Developer & Test Analyst / Team Lead at The Czech Insurance Company
December 31, 2008 - August 5, 2025Designed test plans for TIA software and developed banking integration interfaces. Integrated web services using Java technologies including SOAP, XML, and XSLT.
Software Tester at Emendo
April 30, 2011 - August 5, 2025Created and executed test strategies for CapPlan software, managed bug documentation, and supported Agile workflows.
QA Engineer for NetBeans IDE at Sun Microsystems
September 30, 2004 - August 5, 2025Conducted automated and manual testing of NetBeans IDE, fixed bugs, and maintained QA lab environments.
Java Developer at Fusion5 NZ
February 28, 2024 - August 5, 2025Developed APIs for payroll and HR data integration enhancing the Jemini backend. Implemented RESTful web services and crafted JPA queries. Provided occasional front-end development support using the ZK OSS Ajax WebApp Framework.
Full Stack Developer at Hamilton Jet – Christchurch, NZ
March 1, 2025 - PresentActed as the sole developer on this project, independently navigating complex technical decisions and rapidly delivering solutions under tight timelines. Modernised a legacy enterprise application by developing new backend features using Java 21 and Quarkus, and integrating with the M3 ERP system. Enhanced performance and stability of the JSF/PrimeFaces front-end, addressing technical debt and optimising user workflows. Proactively introduced a disciplined approach to writing unit tests (system, integration, and end-to-end) ahead of planned changes, embedding TDD practices into the project's workflow. Resolved complex API and integration issues with external systems, ensuring data consistency and robust error handling. Collaborated with stakeholders to identify requirements and deliver incremental improvements, focusing on bug fixes, security, and maintainability. Expanded technical documentation and contributed to DevOps tasks such as build configuration in Jenkins, Docker container s
Full Stack Developer (Student) at Dev Academy Aotearoa – Christchurch, NZ
December 31, 2024 - August 5, 2025Intensive 17-week immersive web development boot camp covering JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, React, Node.js, and Express. Built collaborative full-stack applications using Agile methodologies and test-driven development. Enhanced communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills through human skills workshops and team projects.
Support & Test Consultant (Contract) at SharpMind Games – Christchurch, NZ
May 31, 2024 - August 5, 2025Implemented Agile Test Management in Jira, streamlining workflows. Automated email trend analysis and researched AI-based email processing. Supported the launch of a new Solitaire website and maintained a legacy Puzzle platform. Provided technical support, tested game logic, engines, and ads, and communicated user feedback to the development team.
Java Developer at Trimble NZ – Christchurch, NZ
October 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025Developed APIs for system integration (licensing and identity services). UI (AngularJS and Vue) and backend (Spring), following TDD for REST APIs. Automated Jenkins builds deployed to AWS using Docker and Kubernetes. Used Salesforce briefly for customer support ticket handling.
Software Test & Build Engineer at Orion Health – Christchurch, NZ
May 31, 2017 - August 5, 2025Developed CI/CD pipelines, automating acceptance tests with Selenium. Managed test environments, performed code reviews, and collaborated closely with development teams.
Test Integration Engineer (Contract) at STATS NZ – Christchurch, NZ
February 28, 2018 - August 5, 2025Contributed to NZ's first online Census, ensuring system stability and scalability. Developed automation tools and led testing for mail data processes, supporting online/offline participation. Extensive use of Salesforce and DataLoader for integration and load testing.
Android Platform Build & Test Engineer at Trimble NZ – Christchurch, NZ
June 30, 2019 - August 5, 2025Migrated dispersed build jobs into Jenkins Pipelines, improving efficiency. Set up virtual and physical servers tailored to project needs and established local clones of large Android OS repositories. Established test processes to ensure Android compatibility standards were met.
Java Developer & Test Analyst / Team Lead at The Czech Insurance Company – Prague, CZ
December 31, 2008 - August 5, 2025Designed test plans for TIA software, developed banking integration interfaces. Integrated web services using Java technologies (SOAP, XML, XSLT).
Software Tester at Emendo – Christchurch, NZ
April 30, 2011 - August 5, 2025Created and executed test strategies for CapPlan software. Managed bug documentation and supported Agile workflows.
QA Engineer for NetBeans IDE at Sun Microsystems – Prague, CZ
September 30, 2004 - August 5, 2025Conducted automated and manual testing of NetBeans IDE. Fixed bugs, maintained QA lab environments.
Java Developer at Fusion5 NZ – Christchurch, NZ
February 29, 2024 - August 5, 2025Developed APIs for payroll and HR data integration, enhancing the Jemini system's back-end. Implemented RESTful web services (JAX-RS) and crafted JPA queries. Occasionally supported front-end development using ZK OSS Ajax WebApp Framework.
Full Stack Developer at Hamilton Jet
March 1, 2025 - PresentActed as the sole developer, independently navigating complex technical decisions and rapidly delivering solutions. Modernised a legacy enterprise application by developing backend features using Java 21 and Quarkus, integrated with M3 ERP system. Enhanced JSF/PrimeFaces frontend for performance and stability. Introduced unit testing and test-driven development practices. Resolved API integration issues, collaborated with stakeholders for incremental improvements, and contributed to DevOps automation including Jenkins, Docker, and dependency management.
Full Stack Developer (Student) at Dev Academy Aotearoa
December 31, 2024 - August 5, 2025Completed an intensive 17-week web development boot camp covering JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, React, Node.js, and Express. Built collaborative full-stack applications using Agile methodologies and test-driven development. Enhanced communication and teamwork skills through workshops and projects.
Support & Test Consultant (Contract) at SharpMind Games
May 31, 2024 - August 5, 2025Implemented Agile Test Management in Jira to streamline workflows. Automated email trend analysis and researched AI-based email processing. Supported launch of Solitaire website and maintained legacy Puzzle platform. Provided technical support, tested game logic, engines, and ads, and communicated user feedback to development team.
Java Developer at Trimble NZ
October 31, 2022 - August 5, 2025Developed APIs for system integration including licensing and identity services. Worked on UI frameworks AngularJS and Vue and backend with Spring, practicing TDD for REST APIs. Automated Jenkins builds deployed on AWS with Docker and Kubernetes. Provided customer support ticket handling using Salesforce.
Software Test & Build Engineer at Orion Health
May 31, 2017 - August 5, 2025Developed CI/CD pipelines and automated acceptance tests using Selenium. Managed test environments, performed code reviews, and collaborated with development teams.
Test Integration Engineer (Contract) at STATS NZ
February 28, 2018 - August 5, 2025Contributed to NZ's 1st online Census focusing on system stability and scalability. Developed automation tools and led testing for mail data processes supporting online and offline participation. Utilised Salesforce and DataLoader for integration and load testing.
Android Platform Build & Test Engineer at Trimble NZ
June 30, 2019 - August 5, 2025Migrated dispersed build jobs into Jenkins Pipelines improving efficiency. Set up virtual and physical servers tailored to project needs. Established test processes ensuring Android compatibility standards were met.
Java Developer & Test Analyst / Team Lead at The Czech Insurance Company
December 31, 2008 - August 5, 2025Designed test plans for TIA software and developed banking integration interfaces. Integrated web services using Java technologies including SOAP, XML, and XSLT.
Software Tester at Emendo
April 30, 2011 - August 5, 2025Created and executed test strategies for CapPlan software. Managed bug documentation and supported Agile workflows.
QA Engineer for NetBeans IDE at Sun Microsystems
September 30, 2004 - August 5, 2025Conducted automated and manual testing of NetBeans IDE. Fixed bugs and maintained QA lab environments.
Java Developer at Fusion5 NZ
February 28, 2024 - August 5, 2025Developed payroll and HR data integration APIs enhancing the Jemini system backend. Implemented RESTful web services and crafted JPA queries. Occasionally supported front-end using ZK OSS Ajax WebApp Framework.
Education
ZNQA Level 6 Certificate in Applied Software Development at Dev Academy Aotearoa
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Bachelor’s Degree in Information & Logistics at Technical University of Liberec, Czech Republic
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Bachelor’s Degree in Information & Logistics at Technical University of Liberec
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2008Certificate in Applied Software Development at Dev Academy Aotearoa
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Bachelor’s Degree in Information & Logistics at Technical University of Liberec, Czech Republic
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Level 6 Certificate in Applied Software Development at Dev Academy Aotearoa
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Bachelor’s Degree in Information & Logistics at Technical University of Liberec
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Applied Software Development (Level 6 Certificate) at Dev Academy Aotearoa
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Qualifications
ZNQA Level 6 Certificate in Applied Software Development
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
January 1, 2013 - August 5, 2025Java & Cucumber Fundamentals for Testers
January 1, 2013 - August 5, 2025Fundamental Training in Security Testing
January 1, 2014 - August 5, 2025Lean Testing, Intro to DevOps, Mentoring Testers
January 1, 2016 - August 5, 2025REST with Spring
January 1, 2019 - August 5, 2025Team Accelerator Workshop (BELBIN)
January 1, 2020 - August 5, 2025NZQA Level 6 Certificate in Applied Software Development
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
January 1, 2013 - August 5, 2025Java & Cucumber Fundamentals for Testers
January 1, 2013 - August 5, 2025Fundamental Training in Security Testing
January 1, 2014 - August 5, 2025Lean Testing, Intro to DevOps, Mentoring Testers
January 1, 2016 - August 5, 2025REST with Spring
January 1, 2019 - August 5, 2025Team Accelerator Workshop (BELBIN)
January 1, 2020 - August 5, 2025ZANZQA Level 6 Certificate in Applied Software Development
January 1, 2024 - August 5, 2025ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
January 1, 2013 - August 5, 2025Java & Cucumber Fundamentals for Testers
January 1, 2013 - August 5, 2025Fundamental Training in Security Testing
January 1, 2014 - August 5, 2025Lean Testing, Intro to DevOps, Mentoring Testers
January 1, 2016 - August 5, 2025Team Accelerator Workshop (BELBIN)
January 1, 2020 - August 5, 2025REST with Spring
January 1, 2019 - August 5, 2025Java Language Workshop
January 1, 2000 - August 5, 2025XML Schemas, Web Services in J2EE, Java & Databases
January 1, 2007 - August 5, 2025Fundamentals to J2EE, XML, and XSL in Practice
January 1, 2006 - August 5, 2025Negotiation Skills, Time Management
January 1, 2005 - August 5, 2025NZQA Level 6 Certificate in Applied Software Development
January 1, 2024 - August 5, 2025ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
January 1, 2013 - August 5, 2025Java & Cucumber Fundamentals for Testers
January 1, 2013 - August 5, 2025Fundamental Training in Security Testing
January 1, 2014 - August 5, 2025Lean Testing, Intro to DevOps, Mentoring Testers
January 1, 2016 - August 5, 2025REST with Spring
January 1, 2019 - August 5, 2025Team Accelerator Workshop (BELBIN)
January 1, 2020 - August 5, 2025XML Schemas, Web Services in J2EE, Java & Databases, Programming in Java
January 1, 2007 - August 5, 2025Fundamentals to J2EE, XML, and XSL in Practice
January 1, 2006 - August 5, 2025Negotiation Skills, Time Management
January 1, 2005 - August 5, 2025Java Language Workshop
January 1, 2000 - August 5, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Gaming, Government, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Education, Transportation & Logistics
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