Hi, I’m Jared Sher, a Senior Software Engineer with hands-on experience building and maintaining backend APIs using Node.js, Express, and NestJS, paired with practical frontend integration with React. I enjoy owning features end-to-end—from API design to production support—and collaborating with distributed teams to deliver reliable, well-documented services.\n\nI value pragmatic, detail-oriented engineering, with a focus on JavaScript/TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. I’m comfortable working remotely, balancing speed with quality, and I take pride in maintainable code, thoughtful error handling, and clear communication to keep teammates aligned.

Jared Sher

Hi, I’m Jared Sher, a Senior Software Engineer with hands-on experience building and maintaining backend APIs using Node.js, Express, and NestJS, paired with practical frontend integration with React. I enjoy owning features end-to-end—from API design to production support—and collaborating with distributed teams to deliver reliable, well-documented services.\n\nI value pragmatic, detail-oriented engineering, with a focus on JavaScript/TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. I’m comfortable working remotely, balancing speed with quality, and I take pride in maintainable code, thoughtful error handling, and clear communication to keep teammates aligned.

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Hi, I’m Jared Sher, a Senior Software Engineer with hands-on experience building and maintaining backend APIs using Node.js, Express, and NestJS, paired with practical frontend integration with React. I enjoy owning features end-to-end—from API design to production support—and collaborating with distributed teams to deliver reliable, well-documented services.\n\nI value pragmatic, detail-oriented engineering, with a focus on JavaScript/TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. I’m comfortable working remotely, balancing speed with quality, and I take pride in maintainable code, thoughtful error handling, and clear communication to keep teammates aligned.

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Language

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Work Experience

Software Engineer at Spotify
August 4, 2024 - June 9, 2025
Achieved a 25% reduction in deployment times as measured by CI/CD pipeline efficiency, by integrating Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes with a Spring Boot–based deployment strategy. Ensured high availability and reliability of cloud-native applications by integrating AWS and GCP services (e.g., EC2, EKS, Cloud SQL), leveraging Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform. Increased API performance by 30% as measured by response time benchmarks, by building optimized RESTful APIs using Java (Spring Boot) and applying asynchronous processing with Kafka. Designed and implemented a secure authentication and authorization system using Spring Security and OAuth2, integrated with React for a seamless front-end experience, ensuring full compliance with GDPR and HIPAA standards. Boosted user experience by 25% as measured by user satisfaction surveys, by refactoring the front end using Angular and Material Design principles integrated with backend services in Java. Improved system performance by 35% as measured by load tests, by integrating native C++ modules into Java services for computation-heavy processes within a microservices architecture. Led a cross-functional Agile team of 8+ engineers to deliver full-stack features, improving sprint velocity by 30% and fostering continuous integration/deployment practices. Enhanced client retention by 30% as measured by customer satisfaction metrics, by architecting and maintaining Java-based CRM and ERP modules tailored for E-Commerce and Healthcare sectors (HL7/FHIR compliant).
Software Engineer at Elastic
June 4, 2022 - July 6, 2024
Achieved a 25% reduction in data processing time as measured by system metrics by implementing HL7 standards within Java-based EHR systems. Increased deployment frequency by 35% through designing and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes for Java microservices. Managed scalable and efficient IT infrastructure by leveraging Java Spring Boot services integrated with front-end frameworks like Angular and database systems such as PostgreSQL and MongoDB. Developed automated testing frameworks with JUnit and Mockito, reducing production bugs by 50% and increasing overall software reliability by 30%. Optimized database queries and caching strategies in PostgreSQL to reduce response times by 50% for critical API endpoints served by Spring Boot REST APIs. Built a real-time data visualization dashboard using Java WebSocket APIs, D3.js, and Spring MVC, enabling 30% faster decision-making for management. Collaborated closely with UI/UX teams to redesign front-end interfaces with Angular, resulting in a 25% increase in user satisfaction and seamless integration with Java back-end services. Automated data processing workflows by integrating AWS S3 and AWS Lambda with Java-based services, reducing manual intervention by 30%.
Software Development Engineer at Uipath
June 10, 2021 - May 11, 2022
Improved supply chain efficiency by 20% through integration of ERP systems for semiconductor manufacturing using Java-based middleware and APIs. Optimized digital signal processing algorithms with Java and C++, boosting performance by 20% across multiple operational environments. Enhanced data accuracy by 40% by implementing advanced power management algorithms in embedded systems using C++ and Java. Designed dynamic and responsive user interfaces using React.js and Bootstrap, increasing user engagement by 25%, integrated with Java backend services.
Senior Software Engineer at Lokalise
August 1, 2025 - September 18, 2025
Led end-to-end feature delivery for artist and localization dashboards using TypeScript, React, Next.js, and NestJS, achieving a 30% increase in user engagement. Spearheaded a migration from legacy Java monolith services to TypeScript-based microservices running on Node.js, cutting maintenance overhead by 40% and accelerating developer onboarding. Designed and implemented GraphQL APIs for optimized frontend data fetching, reducing over-fetching/under-fetching issues and improving page load times by 25%. Built robust CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, Docker, and Kubernetes, reducing deployment time by 25% and enabling zero-downtime rollouts. Partnered with product managers and UX designers to deliver accessible, pixel-perfect UIs with Tailwind CSS, React Hooks, and Storybook, ensuring WCAG-compliance. Led adoption of code quality tooling across teams, improving codebase consistency and lowering merge conflicts by 30%. Mentored 4 junior developers on TypeScript best practices, microse
Full-Stack Software Engineer at weAreBrain
November 1, 2022 - September 18, 2025
Delivered enterprise-scale web applications using React (TypeScript), Next.js, Node.js, and NestJS, serving thousands of healthcare users. Reduced data processing time by 25% by implementing HL7 interoperability standards within Java-based EHR systems. Optimized critical backend workflows with asynchronous queues (BullMQ + Redis), cutting task processing latency by 40% and improving system throughput. Designed and implemented a role-based access control system using JWT + Passport.js, meeting HIPAA-grade security requirements for healthcare clients. Developed internal tools and admin dashboards with Next.js and Chakra UI, improving operational efficiency and reducing manual workload by 30%. Improved frontend performance by cutting bundle size 35% via dynamic imports, tree-shaking, and migration to Vite. Led cloud-native deployments with Kubernetes on GCP, incorporating monitoring and alerting with Datadog, Prometheus, and Grafana. Acted as across-functional liaison between backend, fro
Software Development Engineer at Weglot
August 1, 2019 - September 18, 2025
Improved supply chain efficiency by 20% through integration of ERP systems for semiconductor manufacturing using Java-based middleware and APIs. Built custom automation interfaces with React + TypeScript, streamlining internal workflows and improving operational efficiency by 20%. Developed API integrations with ERP and supply chain systems, improving workflows and reducing manual errors. Enhanced frontend architecture by creating reusable React hooks and components, improving code reuse across 5+ projects. Contributed to the company’s design system by building reusable, accessible components in Storybook, accelerating UI delivery for multiple product teams. Partnered with backend engineers to design and extend Node.js + TypeScript microservices, improving workflow orchestration and scalability. Implemented REST API integrations using Axios and caching strategies, improving API response performance. Wrote and maintained unit and integration tests using Jest and React Testing Library,
Software Engineer at ReStart Consulting
July 1, 2023 - December 1, 2025
Led full-stack development for client projects from requirements through production deployment, achieving a 30% reduction in time-to-launch. Delivered 15+ client-facing web applications with mobile-first, responsive interfaces. Integrated secure Stripe payment flows, resulting in reliable transaction processing during launches. Improved payment reliability by implementing Stripe webhooks, retry logic, and robust server-side validation. Built Node.js and Java Spring Boot services to manage payments, users, and transaction records, and developed admin dashboards for non-technical content management. Strengthened security by enforcing HTTPS, improving authentication flows, and adopting PCI-aware design. Established structured logging and monitoring to reduce debugging time and ensured clean, versioned APIs for feature expansion.
Software Development Engineer at Endava
August 1, 2020 - June 1, 2023
Delivered 20+ full-stack web platforms handling payments, user accounts, and transactional workflows. Improved checkout performance by optimizing backend APIs (Java Spring Boot, Node.js) and integrated Stripe and other providers for thousands of daily transactions. Reduced payment-related errors by enhancing error handling and user feedback. Designed secure authentication flows using OAuth2 and token-based access control. Built responsive front-ends with Angular and React, and improved accessibility compliance through semantic HTML and keyboard navigation. Collaborated with product owners to clarify requirements early, optimized database performance, and implemented CI/CD pipelines to support safe feature releases. Maintained security standards, reducing audit findings, and delivered admin tools to reduce operational overhead. Provided post-launch support and improved incident response through better logging and alerting.
Software Engineer at Scott Logic
June 1, 2018 - July 1, 2020
Delivered secure, data-driven web applications for regulated environments. Built responsive front-end interfaces and integrated secure APIs with Java-based backends. Enforced strong data access and session handling, automated tests, and robust error handling to reduce production defects. Improved page performance by 40% through optimization and load testing. Communicated clearly with stakeholders to ensure usability and long-term maintainability, and documented architectures to support handovers and future collaboration.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree at University of London
April 1, 2017 - May 31, 2021
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science at University of London
April 1, 2017 - May 1, 2021
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science at University of Hull
April 1, 2013 - May 1, 2017
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science at University of Manchester
April 1, 2014 - May 1, 2018
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science at University of Manchester
April 1, 2014 - May 1, 2018

Qualifications

Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD)
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Certified React Developer
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Certified Angular Developer
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
PCAP Certified Associate Python Programmer
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
AWS Certified Developer - Associate
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD)
January 1, 2022 - January 19, 2026
Certified React Developer
January 1, 2020 - January 19, 2026
Certified Angular Developer
January 1, 2021 - January 19, 2026
PCAP – Certified Associate Python Programmer
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
AWS Certified Developer - Associate
January 1, 2023 - January 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Financial Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services