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Hi, I’m Robyn Highsmith, a backend-focused software engineer based in Charlotte, NC. I specialize in building scalable Java/Spring Boot microservices for enterprise systems, with a focus on CI/CD, observability, and data integrity. I enjoy turning complex requirements into reliable, secure software and delivering with zero-downtime deployments.
Over the past years I’ve contributed at Wells Fargo and Walmart Global Tech, driving automation, tooling, and process improvements that help teams move faster. I’m excited to continue building high-leverage solutions that empower people and customers alike.
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Work Experience
Backend Software Engineer (Engineering Associate) at Wells Fargo
January 1, 2024 - PresentDevelop and maintain high-volume backend microservices using Java/Spring Boot for large-scale enterprise systems. Execute production releases using Harness and UrbanCode Deploy, ensuring zero-downtime updates. Manage build pipelines via Jenkins and Gradle to support CI/CD. Use Splunk for observability and ODS (SQL Developer) for data integrity checks to resolve production issues. Leverage GitHub Copilot to accelerate the SDLC and code generation.
Workflow Specialist / Technical Analyst at Walmart Global Tech
December 1, 2015 - December 1, 2023Increased team productivity by designing and deploying custom automation tools. Reduced time-to-hire by diagnosing and correcting broken recruiting workflows and system integration errors. Acted as sole escalation owner for complex data issues across Workday, Kenexa, and internal HRIS systems. Created a candidate tracking dashboard that reduced customer complaints by 80% through process optimization.
Work Flow Specialist / Technical Analyst at Walmart Global Tech
December 1, 2015 - December 1, 2023Increased team productivity by 80% by designing and deploying custom automation tools. Reduced time-to-hire by 30% by diagnosing and correcting broken recruiting workflows and system integration errors. Acted as sole escalation owner for complex data issues across Workday, Kenexa, and internal HRIS systems. Created a candidate tracking dashboard that reduced customer complaints by 80% through process optimization.
Education
Software Engineer & AI Programming at Codesmith
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Software Development Certificate (Full-Stack focus) at Springboard
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Professional Certificate in Data Analytics at Google Data Analytics
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Web Development Certificate (JavaScript focus) at Generation USA
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Software Engineer & AI Program (In Progress) at Codesmith
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Software Development Certificate (Full-Stack focus) at Springboard
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate at Google
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Web Development Certificate (JavaScript focus) at Generation USA
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Qualifications
Software Engineer & AI Programming
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Software Development Certificate (Full-Stack focus)
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Google Data Analytics: Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Web Development Certificate (JavaScript focus)
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Springboard Software Development Certificate (Full-Stack)
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Codesmith: Software Engineer & AI Program (In Progress)
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Generation USA Web Development Certificate (JavaScript focus)
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Financial Services, Professional Services, Retail
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