Hi, I’m Peter Faulkner, a Senior Software Engineer specializing in building scalable full-stack applications using Python, Django, and React. I’ve enjoyed architecting backend systems, optimizing API performance, and crafting robust data solutions that help products thrive in fast-paced environments. Collaboration is key for me, and I love working with cross-functional teams to innovate and deliver engineering excellence. With years of hands-on experience in various programming languages and frameworks, I’m passionate about creating efficient, reliable software that meets real-world needs. Whether upgrading systems or developing new features, I approach each challenge with curiosity and a commitment to quality, always eager to learn and grow alongside my team.

Peter Faulkner

Hi, I’m Peter Faulkner, a Senior Software Engineer specializing in building scalable full-stack applications using Python, Django, and React. I’ve enjoyed architecting backend systems, optimizing API performance, and crafting robust data solutions that help products thrive in fast-paced environments. Collaboration is key for me, and I love working with cross-functional teams to innovate and deliver engineering excellence. With years of hands-on experience in various programming languages and frameworks, I’m passionate about creating efficient, reliable software that meets real-world needs. Whether upgrading systems or developing new features, I approach each challenge with curiosity and a commitment to quality, always eager to learn and grow alongside my team.

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Hi, I’m Peter Faulkner, a Senior Software Engineer specializing in building scalable full-stack applications using Python, Django, and React. I’ve enjoyed architecting backend systems, optimizing API performance, and crafting robust data solutions that help products thrive in fast-paced environments. Collaboration is key for me, and I love working with cross-functional teams to innovate and deliver engineering excellence.

With years of hands-on experience in various programming languages and frameworks, I’m passionate about creating efficient, reliable software that meets real-world needs. Whether upgrading systems or developing new features, I approach each challenge with curiosity and a commitment to quality, always eager to learn and grow alongside my team.

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Language

Aragonese
Advanced
Javanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer at Liine, Inc
December 1, 2024 - June 7, 2024
Enhanced and optimized a full-stack Django/Vue/NodeJS/Go platform by refining the user interface for improved feedback and monitoring of distributed workflows. Architected a scalable URL shortening service with custom routing logic and robust API architecture to support seamless integration. Implemented key Marketing ROI features by developing asynchronous tasks, designing comprehensive data models, and constructing customer-facing UI components in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Designed a robust Pub/Sub model to facilitate real-time communication between independent systems, ensuring system reliability. Integrated third-party EHR APIs to securely retrieve patient data, emphasizing scalability and adherence to industry standards. Upgraded Python from version 3.8 to 4.12 and Django from 2.2 to 4.2 to enhance compatibility, security, and performance across the platform.
Software Engineer (Part-Time) at Spire Technology, Inc
October 1, 2024 - June 7, 2024
Developed innovative tools for TV post-production, enabling remote collaboration and streamlining workflows for major networks. Built high-performance Go services, designing API endpoints and efficient media file handling to support scalable operations. Led the transition to Protobuf-based APIs, restructuring the core application into a modular architecture to support future enhancements and improve cross-team coordination.
Full Stack Software Engineer at Compt, Inc
February 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Developed Python/Django/Postgres and React/TypeScript features for an HR tech startup, creating a dynamic and responsive web app for over 50,000 users. Engineered high-performance SFTP integration systems and APIs that streamlined payroll automation, significantly improving customer retention. Migrated data tables from Django templates to ReactJS, introducing advanced features and real-time updates. Constructed an Optical Character Recognition (OCR) microservice using Python and TypeScript with AWS services.
Back-End Software Engineer at Rossignol Phoenix, LLC
June 1, 2021 - October 31, 2022
Enhanced the Django backend for an algorithmic trading system managing approximately $10M, focusing on reliability and performance. Optimized Postgres queries by eliminating N+1 issues with Django ORM, ensuring efficient data handling. Collaborated closely with front-end developers to integrate React JS/TS projects, aligning UI design with backend functionality. Refactored critical business logic for asynchronous operations, yielding significant improvements in system responsiveness and performance. Developed a serverless architecture that bolstered scalability and efficiency in service-oriented design.
Consultant (Contract) at True North, LLC
January 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021
Developed Python automation scripts that achieved a 10x improvement in quote speed, emphasizing efficient problem resolution.
Senior Software Engineer at Liine, Inc
December 1, 2024 - June 26, 2024
Enhanced and optimized a full-stack Django/Vue/NodeJS/Go platform by refining the user interface for improved feedback and monitoring of distributed workflows. Architected a scalable URL shortening service with custom routing logic and robust API architecture to support seamless integration. Implemented key Marketing ROI features by developing asynchronous tasks, designing comprehensive data models, and constructing customer-facing UI components in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Designed a robust Pub/Sub model to facilitate real-time communication between independent systems, ensuring system reliability. Integrated third-party EHR APIs to securely retrieve patient data, emphasizing scalability and adherence to industry standards. Upgraded Python and Django versions to enhance compatibility, security, and performance across the platform.
Software Engineer (Part-Time) at Spire Technology, Inc
October 1, 2024 - June 26, 2024
Developed innovative tools for TV post-production, enabling remote collaboration and streamlining workflows for major networks. Built high-performance Go services, designing API endpoints and efficient media file handling to support scalable operations. Led the transition to Protobuf-based APIs, restructuring the core application into a modular architecture to support future enhancements and improve cross-team coordination.
Full Stack Software Engineer at Compt, Inc
February 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Developed Python/Django/Postgres and React/TypeScript features for an HR tech startup, creating a dynamic and responsive web app for 50,000+ users. Engineered high-performance SFTP integration systems and APIs that streamlined payroll automation, significantly improving customer retention. Migrated data tables from Django templates to ReactJS, introducing advanced features and real-time updates. Constructed an Optical Character Recognition (OCR) microservice using Python and TypeScript with AWS services.
Back-End Software Engineer at Rossignol Phoenix, LLC
June 1, 2021 - October 31, 2022
Enhanced the Django backend for an algorithmic trading system managing approximately $10M, focusing on reliability and performance. Optimized Postgres queries by eliminating N+1 issues with Django ORM, ensuring efficient data handling. Collaborated closely with front-end developers to integrate React JS/TS projects, aligning UI design with backend functionality. Refactored critical business logic for asynchronous operations, yielding significant improvements in system responsiveness and performance. Developed a serverless architecture that bolstered scalability and efficiency in service-oriented design.
Consultant (Contract) at True North, LLC
January 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021
Developed Python automation scripts that achieved a 10x improvement in quote speed, emphasizing efficient problem resolution.

Education

B.S. Computer Science at Indiana University - Bloomington, Indiana
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
High School Diploma at Culver Military Academy - Culver, Indiana
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
B.S. Computer Science at Indiana University - Bloomington, Indiana
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
High School Diploma at Culver Military Academy - Culver, Indiana
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment