Neale Paulo M. Bañagale

Built backend services and features using Node.js for a rewards and recognition system. Implemented reliable data operations with GraphQL queries and mutations, and maintained high code quality through coding standards and peer reviews. Performed extensive manual testing to validate new features before QA, and collaborated with lead engineers to ensure smooth integration and deployment. Wrote clean, maintainable code aligned with Applause's engineering practices and contributed to debugging and reliability improvements. Developed AI-powered tools to automate routine tasks and optimize workflow efficiency.

Designed and developed a mobile application technical stack upgrade for the Australian team, eliminating the need for mobile backend services and phasing out non-compliant technologies. Improved code quality by monitoring SonarQube and JaCoCo reports to achieve 95% code coverage. Promoted software development best practices through group learning sessions and brown bag meetings. Integrated AI-assisted coding, testing, and automation into daily workflows. Provided coaching and mentorship via code reviews and pair programming. Prototyped innovative ideas through timeboxed spikes and POCs. Managed CI/CD pipelines in TeamCity, optimizing build workflows. Advocated agile practices across cross-site teams and contributed to hackathons with AI-driven solutions. Participated in company-wide hiring by serving on the technical interview panel.

Led a mobile application technical stack upgrade for the Australian team, eliminating mobile backend services and phasing out non-compliant technologies. Improved code quality by monitoring SonarQube and JaCoCo reports, achieving 95% code coverage. Promoted software development best practices by leading group learning sessions and brown-bag meetings. Integrated AI-assisted coding, testing, and automation into daily workflows. Provided coaching and mentorship to junior engineers through code reviews and pair programming. Conducted time-boxed spikes and proof-of-concepts to prototype innovative ideas. Managed and monitored CI/CD pipelines in TeamCity, optimizing build workflows for efficiency and reliability. Fostered cross-site collaboration by advocating for agile practices among Australian teammates. Contributed to AI-driven solutions during hackathons and supported company-wide hiring by serving on the technical interview panel.