Alexander Cerda
Berlin,Deutschland
Summary
Experienced software engineer with end-to-end ownership of cloud-based solutions and a strong foundation in Java, Kotlin, and microservice design, complemented by expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, and API design and implementation. Proficient in leveraging cloud platforms such as Azure and databases including MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch, and InfluxDB to deliver scalable and efficient solutions. Highly skilled in Agile methodologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-quality software solutions. Committed to continuous learning to drive innovation and excellence in software development.
Overview
4
4
Languages
16
16
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Cloud Developer
ETAS, Subsidiary of BOSCH
Berlin, Germany
2023.04 - Current
- Steered the end-to-end product development life cycle of a critical microservice, enabling seamless, high-capacity communication between connected vehicle fleets and back-end systems
- Enhanced system performance and infrastructure capabilities, supporting 200K connected vehicles in Europe and 170K in the US
- Optimised infrastructure resources, increasing throughput by 20x and enhancing scalability and operational efficiency
- Implemented and maintained multi-region deployments to improve availability and disaster recovery capabilities
- Continuously monitored cloud service performance and availability, proactively identifying and resolving issues to ensure reliable and highly available systems
- Implemented and maintained advanced security protocols to safeguard sensitive data stored across regions
- Implemented Azure cost-optimisation strategies, reducing operational expenses while ensuring performance and scalability
Full-Stack Developer
BOSCH-SOFTECH, Subsidiary of BOSCH
Berlin, Germany
2016.02 - 2023.03
- Led Agile transformation, reducing sprint delivery time by 40%
- Drove the end-to-end technical delivery of core back-end business logic, building APIs to ensure seamless frontend integration
- Implemented responsive and interactive user interfaces using TypeScript, React, and Next.js
- Lead engineer for Map Matching microservice
- Our Map Matching microservice outperformed Google's by a factor of 7x
- Created services for map applications to enhance user navigation experience
- Led the redesign and migration of legacy monolithic services to scalable cloud-native microservices
- Engineered cloud solutions for wrong-way driver alerts, improving road safety
- Collaborated with clients to gather requirements and implement cloud solutions, facilitating adoption by cross-functional teams
- Monitored and tested application performance to identify potential bottlenecks
DEVELOPER FOR COMPUTER ASSISTED NAVIGATION
FREELANCER
2014.10 - 2015.12
- Algorithm developer for navigation and map matching for fleet of police cars
- Facilitated migration to microservices architecture, enhancing system scalability and reliability.
- Established monitoring and warning system for active projects, enabling timely alerts and proactive issue resolution.
DEVELOPER FOR IMAGE PROCESSING AND OPTICAL READERS
FREELANCER
2014.02 - 2014.10
- Developed firmware for optical readers, enhancing performance and reliability.
- Created embedded systems in C++ for efficient operation.
- Evaluated and upgraded existing systems to improve overall performance.
DEVELOPMENT IN JAVA / GROOVY ON GRAILS
OUTFITTERY
2013.05 - 2014.01
- Developed back-end applications with Groovy on Grails framework to support client needs
- Analysed and optimised database performance using R to improve query response times
- Created algorithms for client classification to enhance targeted service delivery
INTERNSHIP SOFTWARE AND DATABASE DEVELOPER
UNCOCREATIONS
2012.06 - 2013.04
- Designed web-based service to enhance client engagement
- Implemented database designs and data models to optimise data retrieval and storage
- Upgraded legacy database systems for increased efficiency and reliability.
- Troubleshot and resolved database issues swiftly, reducing downtime significantly.
- Implemented SQL scripts to automate routine tasks, thereby increasing productivity levels in the team.
Education
Master of Science Thesis - Industrial Informatics and Robotics
Freir Universität
Berlin, Germany 2012.01 - 2012.08
Master of Science - Industrial Informatics and Robotics
Universidad Politécnica de Valencia
Valencia, Spain 2009.09 - 2012.09
Bachelor of Science - Systems and Networks
Universidad Politécnica de Valencia
Valencia, Spain 2006.09 - 2019.07
Skills
Agile / Scrum
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) certified
Stakeholder management
Cross-functional collaboration
Project scoping & requirements gathering
Mentoring & coaching
Kubernetes
Azure
Microservices architecture
API design
Java
Kotlin
Mongo DB
Redis
Elasticsearch
Grafana
LANGUAGES
English – Mother tongue
Spanish – Mother tongue
German – B2
Catalan – C1
NATIONALITIES
- American
- Spanish
- Venezuelan
Timeline
Cloud Developer
ETAS, Subsidiary of BOSCH
2023.04 - Current
Full-Stack Developer
BOSCH-SOFTECH, Subsidiary of BOSCH
2016.02 - 2023.03
DEVELOPER FOR COMPUTER ASSISTED NAVIGATION
FREELANCER
2014.10 - 2015.12
DEVELOPER FOR IMAGE PROCESSING AND OPTICAL READERS
FREELANCER
2014.02 - 2014.10
DEVELOPMENT IN JAVA / GROOVY ON GRAILS
OUTFITTERY
2013.05 - 2014.01
INTERNSHIP SOFTWARE AND DATABASE DEVELOPER
UNCOCREATIONS
2012.06 - 2013.04
Master of Science Thesis - Industrial Informatics and Robotics
Freir Universität
2012.01 - 2012.08
Master of Science - Industrial Informatics and Robotics
Universidad Politécnica de Valencia
2009.09 - 2012.09
Bachelor of Science - Systems and Networks
Universidad Politécnica de Valencia
2006.09 - 2019.07