I'm Suraj G, a full-stack software engineer based in Erie, PA. I have 4+ years of experience building scalable web applications, backend services, and cloud-ready systems using Java, JavaScript, Python, React, and Spring Boot. I am proficient with monolith and microservices architectures, REST API design, database optimization, and CI/CD-driven deployments with Docker. I enjoy collaborating across frontend, backend, and research teams to deliver reliable, secure, and high-impact software in enterprise, startup, and research environments. I bring a strong foundation in system design, cloud deployments, and data-driven problem solving. My work spans server-side rendering, microservice architecture, and tooling to improve deployment automation and performance. I continuously learn best practices in security, performance, and UX to deliver maintainable software that scales with user needs.

Suraj G

I'm Suraj G, a full-stack software engineer based in Erie, PA. I have 4+ years of experience building scalable web applications, backend services, and cloud-ready systems using Java, JavaScript, Python, React, and Spring Boot. I am proficient with monolith and microservices architectures, REST API design, database optimization, and CI/CD-driven deployments with Docker. I enjoy collaborating across frontend, backend, and research teams to deliver reliable, secure, and high-impact software in enterprise, startup, and research environments. I bring a strong foundation in system design, cloud deployments, and data-driven problem solving. My work spans server-side rendering, microservice architecture, and tooling to improve deployment automation and performance. I continuously learn best practices in security, performance, and UX to deliver maintainable software that scales with user needs.

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I’m Suraj G, a full-stack software engineer based in Erie, PA. I have 4+ years of experience building scalable web applications, backend services, and cloud-ready systems using Java, JavaScript, Python, React, and Spring Boot. I am proficient with monolith and microservices architectures, REST API design, database optimization, and CI/CD-driven deployments with Docker. I enjoy collaborating across frontend, backend, and research teams to deliver reliable, secure, and high-impact software in enterprise, startup, and research environments.

I bring a strong foundation in system design, cloud deployments, and data-driven problem solving. My work spans server-side rendering, microservice architecture, and tooling to improve deployment automation and performance. I continuously learn best practices in security, performance, and UX to deliver maintainable software that scales with user needs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Full Stack Developer - Freelance at AptivHires
June 1, 2015 - Present
Developed and maintained a server-side rendered Flask/Jinja monolithic application, improving reliability and feature delivery speed. Built standalone Resume, Portfolio, and Authentication microservices using Docker, ensuring consistent, scalable runtime environments. Led the architecture redesign from monolith to microservices, defining clear service boundaries and communication patterns. Designed and implemented internal REST APIs to enable seamless interaction between newly created microservices.
Graduate Research Assistant at Gannon University
January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Developed a VR-based motion analysis system to study human biomechanics and efficiency in real-world object manipulation tasks. Integrated Xsens motion tracking sensors to capture full-body movement data, including joint angles, velocity, acceleration, and posture deviations. Analyzed motion data in Python using statistical techniques to evaluate task efficiency, strain, and ergonomic risks. Identified key ergonomic factors influencing workplace safety.
React Front-End Developer Intern at GBCS Group
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Performed regression testing and collaborated with backend team, reducing bugs by 20% and enhancing application stability. Debugged UI and functionality issues across three projects, improving performance. Conducted security testing, used bcrypt for password hashing, and fixed XSS vulnerabilities to protect user data. Reviewed pull requests and contributed to code quality. Followed Agile methodologies with daily stand-ups to ensure efficient project execution.
Software Engineer at Next Cloud Wave Solutions
May 1, 2021 - August 1, 2023
Progressed from Associate Software Engineer to Software Engineer, contributing to end-to-end development of scalable web applications using Node.js and Java (Spring Boot). Designed, developed, and maintained 25+ RESTful APIs. Collaborated with frontend teams to integrate backend services, reducing feature delivery time. Worked with SQL and NoSQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB), optimizing queries across large datasets. Supported cloud deployments and production releases using Docker and CI/CD pipelines.

Education

Master’s in Computer and Information Sciences at Gannon University
August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

Oracle Certified Foundations Associate, Database
October 1, 2023 - January 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment