Zhenyu Li
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Summary
Highly skilled and motivated Senior Fullstack Engineer with over 9+ years of
experience in designing and developing robust web applications.
Proficient in Python/Django, PHP, Laravel, React, Angular, JavaScript, and TypeScript,
seeking challenging opportunities to utilize my expertise in creating innovative
solutions and driving technological advancements.
Skills & Abilities
Programming Languages: Python, PHP, JavaScript, Node.js
Web Frameworks: Django, React, Angular, Laravel, Wordpress
Frontend Technologies: HTML5, CSS3, Sass/Scss, Bootstrap, TailswindCss,
ChakraUI, MaterialUI, Antd
Version Control: Git, SVN
RESTful APIs and Web Services
Agile/Scrum Methodologies
Test-Driven Development (TDD)
Cloud
Platforms: AWS, DigitalOcean, Azure, Clover, Google Cloud
Compute: EC2, Lambda, Virtual Machine
Microservices Architecture
DevOps Tools: Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform
Storage: S3, Backup, Blob, Firebase, Dropbox
Databases: Redis, Postgres, Sqlite, Mongo
Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
Operations
Fields: HealthCare, SaSS
Business: Trello, Asana, Jira, Photoshop
Analytics: Tableau, Glue, Spark, D3.JS
Standards: REST, SOAP, TCP/IP, XML, YAML, CONF, GIT, OAUTH, API, JSON, EDI
Experience
SENIOR FULLSTACK ENGINEER (DJANGO) | DEMANDIQ | AUGUST 2020 –
OCOTOBER 2022
Spearheaded the development of a mission-critical web application using Django and
React, resulting in a 30% increase in user engagement.
Collaborated with the product team to design and implement RESTful APIs, improving
application performance and user experience.
Successfully integrated third-party APIs and services, such as payment gateways and
cloud platforms, to enhance application capabilities and data processing.
Mentored and coached junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices, design
patterns, and code reviews to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the
team.
Worked closely with DevOps to optimize deployment processes, implement CI/CD
pipelines, and automate workflows, resulting in a 25% reduction in deployment time.
Investigated and resolved complex technical issues, utilizing debugging and profiling
tools to improve performance and enhance application stability.
SENIOR FULLSTACK ENGINEER | CLOUDCONTROL | JANUARY 2019 – MAY 2020
Designed and implemented a scalable backend architecture to support the dashboard's
functionalities, ensuring optimal performance even during peak usage periods.
Collaborated closely with frontend developers and product managers to define API
contracts and data schemas, enabling smooth communication between the frontend
and backend systems.
Utilized Python and Django to build robust APIs, enabling users to interact with various
modules of the dashboard efficiently.
Integrated the dashboard with the underlying cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure) to
fetch and process real-time data from disparate sources, providing users with up-todate analytics and business metrics.
Implemented user authentication and access control mechanisms, ensuring secure data
access for different user roles and maintaining compliance with security standards.
Developed custom data visualizations using charting libraries (e.g., D3.js) to present
complex data in an intuitive and actionable manner.
Optimized database queries and employed caching strategies to reduce response times,
resulting in a 30% improvement in dashboard loading speed.
Actively participated in code reviews and conducted rigorous testing (unit, integration,
and performance) to maintain code quality and minimize potential issues.
Collaborated with the DevOps team to implement continuous integration and
continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, enabling seamless updates to the dashboard
with minimal downtime.
Mentored junior developers, sharing best practices and fostering a collaborative
environment that encouraged innovation and skill development.
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FULLSTACK ENGINEER | SQUIBLER.IO | APRIL 2017 – NOVEMBER 2018
Developed and maintained RESTful APIs and backend services for a data analytics
platform using Django, enabling real-time data processing and advanced data
visualization capabilities.
Utilized Flask to create microservices that facilitated efficient data processing and
improved overall system performance.
Implemented responsive and intuitive UI/UX using Angular, resulting in improved
customer satisfaction and reduced bounce rate.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, to integrate
machine learning models and algorithms into backend processes.
Implemented caching mechanisms and optimized database queries, resulting in a 20%
reduction in data retrieval time and improved application responsiveness.
Worked closely with the QA team to identify and resolve software defects, ensuring a
seamless user experience.
Actively participated in Agile development methodologies, attending sprint planning,
stand-ups, and retrospectives, ensuring timely delivery of features and bug fixes.
Contributed to codebase refactoring and improvement initiatives, enhancing code
readability, maintainability, and test coverage.
JUNIOR FULLSTACK ENGINEER | SELFDECODE | AUGUST 2015 – MARCH 2017
Developed and maintained backend functionalities for a data-driven web application
using Python and Django, ensuring seamless communication with the frontend and
providing a smooth user experience.
Collaborated with a cross-functional team to define technical requirements and
participated actively in Agile development methodologies, including sprint planning,
stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Implemented RESTful APIs for efficient data retrieval and processing, contributing to
the application's responsiveness and performance.
Utilized Django ORM to manage database operations, including model creation, data
retrieval, and updates, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
Integrated third-party APIs for payment processing, shipping, and social media
platforms, expanding the platform's functionality.
Conducted unit testing and participated in code reviews to maintain code quality and
adherence to best practices.
Implemented A/B testing and performance optimization techniques, resulting in a 20%
increase in conversion rates.
Assisted in integrating third-party APIs and services, enhancing application
functionalities and expanding its capabilities.
Worked on frontend tasks when needed, providing valuable contributions and
demonstrating a willingness to collaborate across teams.
Proactively engaged in learning opportunities to improve skills in Python, Django, and
related technologies, staying abreast of the latest trends and advancements in backend
development.
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Education
BS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE | SHANGHAI JIAO TONG UNIVERSITY
4
2014
