LAURA SUAREZ
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PROFILE
Senior Java Software Engineer, with extensive experience
in full lifecycle software development, relational
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databases, and web services. Proven ability to design and
Bogota, Colombia
implement high-performance backend solutions across
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microservices, and object-oriented programming.
various industries, leveraging expertise in Java,
EDUCATION
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Distrital Francisco Jose de Caldas
University
Software Engineer
Post Graduate in Software Engineering
2018 – 2019
Piloto de Colombia University
Bachelor’s Degree in System Engineering
2008 – 2013
SKILLS
Software Development: Full lifecycle development,
object-oriented programming, system modernization
Problem-Solving: Troubleshooting, debugging,
optimizing performance
Collaboration: Teamwork, leadership, cross-functional
communication
Adaptability: Fast learner, resourceful, ability to
quickly adopt new technologies
Technical Skills
Programming Languages: Java (J2EE, Spring, Maven,
Gradle)
Frameworks & Tools: Spring, Spock, GitHub Copilot,
Postman, Microservices architecture
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, SQL Server,
Oracle (9i, 10g)
Web Services: REST, SOAP
DreamCode Software | Jan 2022 - Feb 2025
Conducted exploratory spikes for SquareTrade to assess system
behavior, identify necessary modifications, and propose solutions,
enabling informed decision-making and reducing implementation time
by 20%.
Modernized legacy architecture by implementing architect-approved
enhancements in Java (Spring framework) and transitioning to a
microservices architecture, improving system reliability and reducing
production incidents by 30%.
Strengthened code quality and maintainability by managing
dependencies with Gradle and enforcing rigorous unit and integration
testing using Spock, increasing test coverage by 40% and reducing
regression defects.
Senior Developer
Datacenter Colombia S.A.S | Jul 2017 - May 2021
Developed a scalable lottery and gaming platform by implementing
backend solutions in Java, Maven, PrimeFaces, Oracle, and JBoss,
ensuring seamless performance and enabling the system to process
500K+ transactions daily.
Proactively analyzed unclear client requirements, identified product
potential, and provided continuous support throughout the software
lifecycle, reducing requirement gaps and increasing customer
satisfaction scores by 25%.
Led a team of three developers to deliver tailored solutions for raffles
and lotteries, improving team coordination and achieving 100% ontime delivery, enhancing business operations.
Junior Developer I
Stefanini Informatica & Tecnologia | Oct 2014 - Jul 2017
CERTIFICATIONS
Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8
Programmer
Scrum Fundamentals Certified Credential
Certified ScrumMaster
Designed and implemented Java-based solutions for
telecommunications companies (Tigo, Claro) by integrating web
services with WebLogic, Tomcat, Oracle, and MySQL, improving system
integration and reducing API response times by 35%.
Standardized dependency management across projects using Maven,
streamlining builds, improving maintainability, and reducing
deployment errors by 20%, enhancing release efficiency
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Developer Engineer
Grexco S.A.S | Jun 2012 - Sep 2014
Developed customized software solutions for industries such as
trucking and entertainment using Visual Basic and ASP.NET,
successfully deploying tailored applications that increased operational
efficiency for clients like Coltanques, Colvanes, and La Bolera
Unicentro.
Led the development of an internal Help Desk system to track and
manage technical issues, reducing issue resolution time by 40% and
improving company-wide productivity.
Designed and launched a Java-based mobile application for stock
management, improving inventory tracking accuracy and reducing
stock discrepancies by 30%.
