AWS Services
Juan Jose Araya Castro
Business Intelligence Engineer
Summary
Motivated Business Intelligence Engineer highly effective at developing new programs and fixing problems with existing systems. Proficient in Python & SQL and Agile/Scrum methodology. Complex problem-solver with analytical and driven mindset. Dedicated to achieving demanding development objectives according to tight schedules while producing impeccable code. Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Business Intelligence Engineer
Amazon
01.2022 - Current
- Improved team productivity by providing technical guidance and mentoring junior engineers.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Presented technical findings to stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of project status and goals.
- Optimized engineering processes by implementing innovative solutions and streamlining workflow.
- Optimized code performance, reducing load time and improving overall efficiency.
- Participated in code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Saved time and resources by identifying and fixing bugs before product deployment.
- Discussed issues with team members to provide resolution and apply best practices.
- Revised, modularized and updated old code bases to modern development standards, reducing operating costs, and improving functionality.
- Increased development speed by automating repetitive tasks using scripts and tools.
- Designed intuitive graphical user interfaces to improve user experience.
- Mentored junior developers to improve their technical skills, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Built databases and table structures for web applications.
- Tested functional compliance of company products.
- Migrated legacy applications to AWS, reducing downtime and improving overall efficiency.
- Evaluated new AWS services and features for potential integration into existing architectures, staying ahead of industry trends.
- Deployed applications on AWS infrastructure, leveraging cloud computing capabilities for scalability and cost efficiency.
- Ensured data security by enforcing strict access controls, encryption protocols, and backup procedures within AWS environments.
- Increased efficiency by automating repetitive tasks using AWS Lambda functions and Step Functions.
- Trained junior engineers on best practices for working within an AWS environment, promoting skill development across the team.
- Delivered cloud-native applications by leveraging AWS services like S3, Lambda, and DynamoDB.
- Implemented security best practices within the AWS environment, safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Reduced security risks by migrating on-premise applications to cloud-based services like AWS or Azure.
- Enhanced cloud infrastructure efficiency by optimizing AWS services and automating routine tasks using EventBridge.
QA Automation Engineer & Oracle CPQ Developer
Equifax
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Streamlined QA processes by developing and maintaining automation scripts, contributing to faster release cycles.
- Supported agile development methodologies by participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning sessions, and retrospectives.
- Reduced manual testing time through the implementation of robust automation frameworks, optimizing resource utilization.
- Maintained high-quality standards with regular code reviews, identifying potential risks and areas for improvement.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly seeking feedback from team members and implementing changes to enhance overall performance.
- Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
- Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
- Worked with end-users and functional analysts to capture and document business requirements.
- Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
- Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
Site Reliability Engineer
Equifax
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Ensured high availability of services by developing comprehensive disaster recovery plans and backup procedures.
- Evaluated new technologies and tools to enhance overall system performance, stability, and security.
- Developed custom scripts/tools as needed to automate routine tasks, increasing overall team productivity and efficiency.
- Improved incident management workflows by creating comprehensive documentation on troubleshooting procedures and common issues resolution steps.
- Produced and maintained technical documentation for project reference.
Intern
Equifax
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Managed documentation efforts related to the design, installation, and operation of automated process for an environment migration on a PaaS (Platform-as-a-Service)
- Provided technical expertise during the integration of new automation process into existing environments.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to establish testing procedures that ensured all newly implemented automations met or exceeded established criteria before deployment into a live environment.
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity Emphasis On Attack And Defense
Instituto Tecnológico De Costa Rica
San Jose, Costa Rica 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineer
Instituto Tecnológico De Costa Rica
Cartago, Costa Rica 05.2001 -
Skills
Process Improvement
Testing and debugging
Engineering Documentation
System Design
Programming Languages
Proficient in Python
Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
Amazon Web Services
Software Development Lifecycle
API development experience
Quality Assurance
Software
SQL
Python
Java
Git
Planning (Jira/Asana)
HTML
CSS
CVE
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
PCAP-31-03 – Certified Associate in Python Programming, Python Institute
Hobbies
Play video games, watch anime and series, and learn about new technologies
Timeline
PCEP-30-02 – Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer, Python Institute
05-2024
Business Intelligence Engineer
Amazon
01.2022 - Current
QA Automation Engineer & Oracle CPQ Developer
Equifax
03.2020 - 01.2022
Site Reliability Engineer
Equifax
11.2019 - 03.2020
Intern
Equifax
07.2019 - 11.2019
Master of Science - Cybersecurity Emphasis On Attack And Defense
Instituto Tecnológico De Costa Rica
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineer
Instituto Tecnológico De Costa Rica
05.2001 -
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