Assia Deramchi
Software Engineer
London
Summary
Results-driven and experienced Software Engineer with a strong background in the financial services industry. Skilled in frontend and with exposure to backend development, I am well-versed in a wide range of technical tools, frameworks, and languages. With expertise in JavaScript, React, Redux, I have successfully delivered innovative solutions throughout the software development lifecycle. I possess a keen eye for detail, ensuring exceptional user experience, performance, and scalability. As a proactive problem solver and collaborator, I have consistently contributed to project success while driving code quality and modernisation. Seeking opportunities in to leverage my skills and contribute to cutting-edge projects in a dynamic and thriving environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Software Engineer
Ardonagh Specialty
London, ENG
01.2023 - Current
- Having become a pivotal member of the development team, I have played a key role in building and maintaining high-quality web applications within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Informed internal personnel and external stakeholders of project milestones.
- Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
- Delivered unit-tested systems within customer-prescribed timeframes.
- Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including designers, backend developers, and product managers, I have contributed to the successful delivery of projects, ensuring timely and efficient completion.
- Through my problem-solving abilities and effective debugging skills, I have identified and resolved technical issues, improving the stability and performance of the applications.
- Actively participating in code reviews and embracing continuous learning, I have fostered a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth, ensuring the delivery of high-quality code and contributing to the overall success of the team.
Software Engineer
CF-Partners
London, ENG
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Sole maintainer and developer of the frontend delivering excellent functionality and features for users who create and edit reports/trades (booking and editing)/statement delivery/bill generation and more
- Most recently starting a greenfield project to re-create the Portal using Next Js and TypeScript to eliminate long standing bugs and modernise the technology used to revolutionise our product
- There is a high focus on user experience and performance
- Developed and tested features for the Portal using React/Redux/Hooks/Docker/Jest/Node.Js/Git
- My role developed from junior to managing the whole front end solo
- The skills and experience I have accumulated here has been very valuable to my professional development
- Achievements:
- Implemented Next js and TypeScript while recreating our Portal from scratch ensuring test coverage is kept to a high standard
- Successful track record of delivering several features across the software lifecycle: design to implementation
- Integrating RESTful API’s, with a strong focus on client side performance, scalability and compatibility
- Upgraded existing technologies and introduced more modern ones to improve code quality, user experience and to solve long standing reoccurring bugs
- Directed the creation of the brand new front-end app to replace the current out dated one
- Managed my time to successfully support our IT Support Team while developing features and maintaining the frontend in parallel
- Worked closely with the support team, providing robust end-to-end solutions to reported bugs
- Collaborated with other developers in an Agile context, following software development best practices
- Solid understanding of user experience, web responsive design and cross browser compatibility
- Acting as technical leader for the front-end, designing and detailing plans in a collaborative team across the department, including stakeholders
- Implemented unit testing using Jest.
- Provided direction and guidance to process improvements and established policies.
- Collaborated with clients to define solution requirements.
Full Stack Software Engineer Trainee
General Assembly
London, ENG
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Fully immersive full stack software engineering experience
- Solved real world and technical problems whilst working on multiple projects, both solo and in groups
- Excelled in rapid application development on assigned projects and succeeded in development of solutions through the software lifecycle from gathering user story definitions through to releasing onto testing environments and deployment
- Achievements:
- Working under high pressure and tight deadlines
- Taking part in all aspects of development, from research and design through to implementation and deployment
- Working collaboratively in teams with product owners and developers to create a range of solutions using Agile development methodologies, attending daily Scrums and working to sprint cycles
- Introducing functionality to web-based applications such as the creation of live polling and retrieval of QR codes during events
- Demonstrating proficiency with Python, Django and React Hooks in the front end as well as with API’s
- Developing web-based gaming applications using HTML, CSS then combining with JavaScript for logic
- Demonstrating the use of Mongoose Schemas and MongoDB to create backend databases database, then making alterations based on new design specifications to the front-end to enhance the applications functionality.
Face-to-Face Fundraiser
Urban Leaf
London, ENG
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Public speaker responsible for spreading information about the essential work of various charities and inspiring engagement
- Achievements:
- Motivating members of the public to become regular lifetime sponsors for the charity to ensure the enhancement of the charity and support its valuable contribution to the U.K
- Regularly exceeding new acquisition targets on a weekly basis which gained recognition by senior management.
Marketing Assistant
Woo Shoo Children Kung Fu Academy
London, ENG
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Responsible for the marketing of the Academy’s Kung Fu classes
- Created campaigns, high quality content and marketing initiatives to increase ROI and retain existing customers
- Achievements:
- Increasing student numbers and membership sales by spearheading a marketing campaign that successfully engaged members of the public.
Education
Engineering Immersive - Software
General Assembly Bootcamp
Level 3 Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor -
Be a Better You
London, ENGTEFL Certification -
The TEFL Academy
London, ENGA-Levels - Culture
Richmond Upon Thames College
GCSE - undefined
Skills
TECHNICAL TOOLS, FRAMEWORKS AND LANGUAGESFRONT END: JavaScript (Learning TypeScript & Next js), React, React Hooks, Redux, Context JSX, AJAX, HTML, CSS, SASS, CLI, GIT, VS CodeBACK END: Django, Python, Express, Node, Axios, Babel, Bcrypt, API’sDATABASE SYSTEMS: Mongoose, MongoDB, PostgresSQL, NoSQLPACKAGE MANAGERS: Yarn, NpmTESTING: Git, GitHub, Jest, Insomnia, Postman, Robo 3T, TablePlusDEPLOYMENT: TeamCity, Heroku, Netlify, GitHub PagesMETHODS: RESTful Web Services, Mobile First Web Design, Responsive Design, CRUD Services, Pair Programming, Test Driven Development, ERDs, User Stories
Agile
Continuous improvement techniques
New employee mentoring
Technical Analysis
Workflows and queries
Code reviews
Best practices
HTML and XML
Development Lifecycles
JavaScript framework management
Software Development
JavaScript
React
REST
Contiguous integration systems
Interests
In my spare time I like to keep fit, take a hike or write stories.
Timeline
Software Engineer
Ardonagh Specialty
01.2023 - Current
Software Engineer
CF-Partners
09.2020 - 12.2022
Full Stack Software Engineer Trainee
General Assembly
03.2020 - 06.2020
Face-to-Face Fundraiser
Urban Leaf
06.2019 - 01.2020
Marketing Assistant
Woo Shoo Children Kung Fu Academy
09.2017 - 09.2019
Engineering Immersive - Software
General Assembly Bootcamp
Level 3 Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor -
Be a Better You
TEFL Certification -
The TEFL Academy
A-Levels - Culture
Richmond Upon Thames College