I am a Senior Backend Engineer with over 10 years of experience designing scalable, cloud-native applications using modular architectures and microservices. I focus on backend performance and reliability, leveraging AWS, Kubernetes, and distributed systems. I’ve led migrations from legacy Java apps to modern Spring-based architectures, improving maintainability and scalability. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional, international teams, including work in the automotive industry.

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I am a Senior Backend Engineer with over 10 years of experience designing scalable, cloud-native applications using modular architectures and microservices. I focus on backend performance and reliability, leveraging AWS, Kubernetes, and distributed systems. I’ve led migrations from legacy Java apps to modern Spring-based architectures, improving maintainability and scalability. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional, international teams, including work in the automotive industry.

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I am a Senior Backend Engineer with over 10 years of experience designing scalable, cloud-native applications using modular architectures and microservices. I focus on backend performance and reliability, leveraging AWS, Kubernetes, and distributed systems.

I’ve led migrations from legacy Java apps to modern Spring-based architectures, improving maintainability and scalability. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional, international teams, including work in the automotive industry.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
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Work Experience

Senior Backend Developer at Novobit Group
January 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
Designed and developed scalable backend systems using Spring Boot and AWS (EKS, Batch, CloudWatch). Contributed to HWP (Human Work Planning), a cloud-based platform optimizing manufacturing processes across factories. Helped transition legacy systems into modular and distributed architectures.
Backend Developer at Volkswagen Group & Porsche (via Novobit)
February 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Developed robust RESTful APIs for an internal toolchain managing software updates across VW and Porsche vehicles. Enabled drag-and-drop UI features using Angular frontend to streamline update order configurations. Automated CI/CD pipelines using Bamboo CI across Dev, Test, QA, and Production environments.
Senior Java JEE Developer at Sofrecom (Orange Group)
November 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Upgraded PROMISE provisioning system to adapt to new infrastructure. Implemented Tomcat server to replace Jonas and integrated Atomikos for distributed transactions. Led redesign into microservices architecture using Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Zuul, Swagger. Performed functional and technical analysis, testing, and documentation.
Software Developer at Acceleate
May 1, 2016 - November 1, 2017
Developed VBanking online banking solution with advanced security features. Implemented modules (Gateway, BO, Web, SMS), internationalization, and build tasks. Built JMS web services using SOAP.
Java Developer at Center for Applied Software Engineering
May 1, 2013 - December 1, 2014
Developed EL PLAN resource management system for the Italian Army. Reduced server workload by refactoring JSPX and JavaScript components. Implemented data integration from existing systems.

Education

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Qualifications

Engineering Degree in Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013
Bachelor in Industrial Computer Science
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Software & Internet, Transportation & Logistics