PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

Self-motivated and energetic Associate Application Developer with extensive experience in framework development, QA automation, and backend development. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, leveraging Agile frameworks (Scrum). Demonstrates expertise in Java, SQL/RDBMS, CI/CD pipelines, and payment systems, with a strong foundation in computer science and a passion for delivering scalable and reliable solutions.


EXPERIENCE:

ADP, Roseland, NJ - Associate Application Developer

February 2023 - Present

Payments Automation Project:
  • Developed and maintained scalable automation frameworks to validate financial transactions.
  • Automated 80% of test cases using Java, Cucumber, and Selenium, significantly reducing manual efforts.
  • Collaborated with the payments team to ensure transaction accuracy and seamless processing.
  • Debugged complex system issues and conducted root cause analysis to enhance system reliability.
  • Designed and executed black-box test cases to ensure comprehensive software validation.
Amendments Automation Project:
  • Designed automation strategies to validate tax filing amendments, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulations
  • Implemented API-based test validations to ensure data integrity and correct amendments processing.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to streamline and optimize the testing process for amendments.
  • Conducted regression testing to maintain the stability of the amendment module.
  • Provided insights into financial services and tax filing solutions to improve testing strategies.
Lifion by ADP, Chelsea, NY - DevOps Intern

June 2022 - August 2022

  • Automated build and deployment processes using Jenkins, reducing human error and expediting production workflows.
  • Developed CI/CD pipelines for seamless code deployment and contributed to an EKS upgrade project.
  • Monitored and managed the test environment for optimal performance.
  • Explored Kubernetes nodes and Docker to manage containerized environments effectively.
  • Resolved Prisma Cloud vulnerabilities and collaborated to implement fixes for scan engine issues.


EDUCATION:

Illinois State University, Normal, IL
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Minor in Mathematics


CERTIFICATIONS:

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner - Amazon Web Services (AWS)


SKILLS:

  • Programming Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript, C, C++, YAML, JSON
  • Database: MySQL, PostgreSQL
  • Relational Database Skills: SQL, Oracle
  • Tools and Frameworks: Jenkins, Cucumber, Selenium, Spring Boot, Prisma, Bitbucket
  • Cloud Platforms: AWS
  • Methodologies: Scrum, Agile


PROJECTS:

Design Development Project:
  • Researched and created software design diagrams for a university medical center.
  • Designed a database for the medical center as part of a class project.
  • Managed team progress using task sheets, sprint planning, and timesheets.

Software Engineering Project:
  • Implemented Agile development methodologies over four months to create an online GUI.
  • Authored a Software Requirement Specification and database design for the project.
  • Maintained progress through sprint reviews, timesheets, and regular updates to stakeholders.