Engineered Python modules to parse structured data, construct internal objects, and compute custom scoring metrics for large-scale comparisons. Formulated modular data structures and processing pipelines (parsing, validation, transformation) enabling batch processing. Improved performance for high-volume workloads via caching, profiling, and parallel execution. Established testing and verification workflows with visualization to validate algorithm outputs.

Programmer / Analyst at SSENSE

June 1, 2017 - January 1, 2023

Created and sustained backend services for a high-traffic e-commerce platform, enabling timely production features and cross-system bug fixes. Built Node.js services and API integrations within a modular microservice architecture. Implemented serverless workflows and event-driven processing on AWS (Lambda, SQS/SNS, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Step Functions). Wrote scripts and integrations to improve operational workflows and data exchange (including XML-based SAP integration).

Programmer / Analyst at Milgram

October 1, 2016 - June 1, 2017

Migrated a legacy platform to the Symfony framework; developed backend models and integrated SOA web services and SQL-triggered workflows.

Web Developer / Analyst (Multiple roles & contracts) at Various (Multiple roles & contracts)

January 1, 2010 - August 1, 2016

Led migration of a newspaper publishing platform to WordPress, rebuilding key features and ensuring a seamless transition for editors and content workflows. Built e-commerce and subscription features, backend integrations, and data-driven functionality for client-facing platforms. Directed end-to-end projects: requirements analysis, implementation, deployment, and client/staff training; collaborated with external APIs (Mailchimp, Instagram, Facebook) and large data sets.

Research Software Developer (Python) at UQAM

September 2, 2024 - Present

Engineered Python modules to efficiently parse structured data, construct internal objects, and compute custom scoring metrics for extensive comparisons.

Web Developer / Analyst at Various clients

January 1, 2010 - August 1, 2016

Spearheaded migration of a new paper publishing platform to WordPress, reconstructing key features and ensuring a seamless transition for editors and content workflows. Built e-commerce and subscription features, backend integrations, and data-driven functionalities for client-facing platforms. Directed end-to-end projects: requirements analysis, implementation, deployment, and client/staff training; collaborated with external APIs (Mailchimp, Instagram) and large data sets. Contributed to legacy modernization and platform migrations using PHP, JavaScript, MySQL, and MVC frameworks (including Symfony).