Hi, I'm Pirooz Ekhtiyari
I am a Software Engineer based in Vancouver, Canada, with a solid background in Back-End Development, DevOps, and Solution Architecture. I specialize in building scalable, high-performance systems using technologies like Python, Java, AWS, Docker, and Terraform. I'm skilled in designing data pipelines, optimizing databases, building RESTful APIs, and working with microservices architectures. I'm all about solving tough problems and creating innovative solutions that actually make a difference. Whether it's automating workflows, improving cloud infrastructure, or developing reliable software, I'm excited to take on real-world challenges and deliver impactful results.
About
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, a Master's in Business Administration (MBA), and a Post-Degree Diploma in Information & Communication Technology. With over 7 years of experience in software engineering and business development, I have a diverse skill set that combines technical expertise with a strong understanding of business strategy. Throughout my career, I have developed:
- Strong Research and Data Analytics skills
- Problem-Solving abilities
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Collaboration
- Multitasking and Time Management skills
In terms of technical experience, I specialize in back-end development and solution architecture. I’ve worked extensively with technologies like Python, Java, Django, Spring Boot, and PostgreSQL, along with cloud platforms such as AWS. I have also led the implementation of scalable infrastructure using Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.
My business development experience complements my technical skills. I have successfully negotiated contracts, increased profit margins, and provided consultancy for startups, helping them grow and scale. I am passionate about solving complex challenges and always eager to learn new technologies and approaches.Experience
Olyns
- Developed Python ETL pipelines to extract, clean, and validate data from AWS S3, resulting in standardized datasets that reduced end-to-end latency by 25% and cut machine learning training costs by 30%.
- Architected scalable schemas to optimize database operational efficiency, reducing maintenance overhead by 25%.
- Engineered a scalable data validation platform using RESTful API to enhance big data extraction performance from AWS S3 storage, resulting in a 70% reduction in data entry errors.
- Pioneered next-generation infrastructure deployment within AWS cloud resources (EC2, RDS), boosting system availability by 10% and diminishing Sev tickets by 15%.
- Fostered a collaborative environment by actively onboarding new team members, contributing to comprehensive documentation, and mentoring junior developers.
Science & Technology Park
- Maintained a distributed microservices-based enterprise application, integrating ERP, CRM, and BPMS solutions.
- Successfully containerized and migrated legacy services to Docker, amplifying overall performance by 30%.
- Refactored backend services using Django and Spring Boot, increasing API response efficiency.
- Improved data processing speed by 15% by optimizing PostgreSQL and MongoDB queries.
- Led the initiative to reduce global infrastructure downtime by 40% using Ansible on major compute servers.
Rayaneh
- Developed and maintained BPMS and DMS solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and MySQL, optimizing business process automation and document management efficiency by 20%.
- Designed and implemented scalable microservices architectures for BPMS, reducing system downtime by 30%.
- Integrated DMS with third-party APIs and internal modules, improving document retrieval/storage process by 25%.
- Optimized MySQL queries, implementing caching strategies to enhance data processing and response times.
- Deployed both BPMS and DMS using Docker and Kubernetes, increasing system scalability and reliability by 15%.
Tapsell
- Utilized Grafana dashboards to monitor various mobile applications on Google Play and identify opportunities for better profit margins, resulting in securing 20% more profitable contracts.
- Conducted direct customer negotiations, amplifying contract value by 15%.
Projects
Technical Skills
Languages
Python
Java
JavaScript
SQL
Bash
Frameworks
Django
Spring Boot
Flask
FastAPI
RESTful API
Tools
Git
AWS
Docker
Kubernetes
Terraform
VMware
Grafana
Others
Jira
Trello
Slack
Asana
LaTex
Concepts
CI/CD
OOP
Data Structures & Algorithms
Agile
Microservices
Education
New Westminster, BC, Canada
Degree: Post Degree Diploma
GPA: 4.18/4.33
Dean's List: 3 Semesters
- Advance Software Development
- Advance Programming
- Software Engineer
Relevant Courseworks:
Tehran, Iran
Degree: Master in Business Administration
GPA: 17.77/20.00
- Project Management
Relevant Courseworks:
Sharif University of Technology
Tehran, Iran
Degree: Bachelor of Software Engineering
Thesis: Designing a web based portal for locating service centers in Tehran using .NET & ArcGIS Framework
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Software Engineering
- Advance Programming
- System Design
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