
Shahar Goldfinger
Fullstack/Frontend engineer with a passion for delighting users
Holbrook, USA
Freelancer
ABOUT
I'm a fullstack/frontend engineer with a passion for creating value for users. I'm looking to connect with businesses in need of an engineer that fits in like a puzzle piece into any team he's on. I love working with many different people and love collaboration or working solo to build great things that bring value to users.
LANGUAGES
English
Native or bilingual proficiency
Hebrew
Native or bilingual proficiency
SKILL DETAILS
Technology
Webservices Development
Software & Programming
HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
Developer, Programmer, General, Other
JQuery
Node.JS
DB - MongoDB
AngularJS
Full Stack Developers
React.js
Express.js
Front-end Developers
Websites
Dynamic Websites
Simple Websites, Landing Pages
WordPress
Wix
Responsive Website Development
Mobile Web Development
Bootstrap
SquareSpace
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
February
2024
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Today
Software Engineer
GroundUp Marketers- Build various marketing websites and apps for clients
- Provide consultation on CMS choices, web design, SEO, and UX
March
2021
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August
2023
Frontend Engineer
StreamElements- Architected and refactored customized tipping interface implementation
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to deliver a complete redesign and rebuild of the main product offering - widgets.
- Demonstrated ownership and high standards in achieving ambitious goals, surpassing the output of competent engineers within a fraction of the time, while ensuring production-ready, scalable code.
- Increased creator tipping conversions by 10%.
- Simplified complex UI architecture to increase new feature release, bringing speed to market up by 71%; from 2 weeks on average down to 4 days.
- Helped design and build a new client SDK for a single source of all API interactions.
- Identified, prioritized, and independently managed complex problems written across a variety of technologies.
March
2020
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March
2021
Senior Software Engineer
John Hancock- Utilized a monorepo and SSR architecture for fast load times, correct separation of concerns, and SEO.
- Developed and maintained scalable and high-performance web applications, including a pension management interface, using a full-stack JavaScript framework such as Node.js, Express.js, and React.js.
- Collaborated with various stakeholders including product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to deliver innovative solutions to meet business goals and build an enterprise-level financial tool directly linked to 34% increase in user satisfaction.
- Implemented RESTful APIs and microservices architecture to integrate front-end components with backend systems, ensuring seamless data flow and functionality across the application.
- Contributed to the end-to-end software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance, adhering to agile methodologies and best practices.
August
2019
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March
2020
Software Engineer
Chewy- Designed and implemented responsive user interfaces and interactive features using Vue.
- Cooperated closely with UX/UI designers and product managers to translate design mockups and wireframes into functional, intuitive, and visually appealing web applications.
- Optimized front-end performance and user experience by identifying and addressing bottlenecks, enhancing page load times, and implementing efficient coding practices.
July
2018
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August
2019
Software Engineer
HCS- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and collaboration by acquiring proficiency in the team’s technical stacks, embracing event-driven architecture (EDA) principles, and actively seeking mentorship from experienced colleagues.
- Championed engineering best practices, including Test-Driven Development (TDD), code reviews, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), while adhering to security compliance standards to safeguard user data and ensure the security of developed software.
COURSES & CERTIFICATIONS
March
2018
Fullstack Coding Bootcamp
University of Central Florida- Learned the basics of programming as well as proficiency in the MERN stack.
VOLUNTEER WORK
September
2020
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Today
Coding Teacher
Code Nation- Brings the tech and education communities together to teach coding in high schools, preparing students for a career in tech.