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I started off in Construction Management, working on a myriad of projects throughout the US and Australia. After about 6 years, I got into making little video games as a hobby, and that's what sparked my interest in programming. I went back to university for Computer Science for a time, did a coding a bootcamp and made the career change. Since then, I've worked at small startups and large corporations as a Software Engineer, primarily in Ruby on Rails, and have enjoyed it immensely. I've worked at small startups and large corporations, and am currently looking for my next opportunity.

Experienced Software Architect with a demonstrated history of working in the Energy and Advertising industry. Skilled in Ruby on Rails, fluent in Dutch and English. Strong research professional with a Master of Science (MSc) in Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis and Management from Delft University of Technology with a focus on Sustainable Energy.

Software engineer with over 3 years of professional experience. My educational background includes an MSc 2:1 in computer science and engineering from "École Centrale de Lyon" (Lyon, France) in 2021. I then worked for 3 years as a backend developer at a startup in Paris. My work has encompassed backend development, data engineering, code and database performance improvement, e-commerce platform customization and logistics, price modelling, API creation, batch processing, technical documentation, and testing. Some examples of previous projects : Design of the data model of purchase and sale prices at Omie. Developing and adapting the interface of the e-commerce platform Spree/Solidus. Automating the data collection flow for the development of new epicery products. Development of an interface for planning work slots for clinic employees. Development of a ticket management interface for customer service at MailPlus. Experience with the following tools: Languages: Ruby, JavaScript, Python, Ruby on Rails Platforms: Heroku Frontend: React, Vue.js, Angular, HTML/CSS Payment providers: Stripe Data viz: D3.js Backend tools: Solidus open-source e-commerce solutions, PostgreSQL, Amazon S3, etc. CI/CD Tools: GitHub CI, CircleCI Fluent in French, English. Notions of German, Spanish and Portuguese.

I'm Richa Bhardwaj from Delhi, India. For the past 15 years, I’ve been building web and mobile solutions, working with clients from various corners of the globe. I’ve got a decade of remote work expertise, and I am a natural problem-solver. I’ve worked on several greenfield projects. I have a knack for picking up new technologies quickly. Even while working on tight deadlines, I’ve managed to learn and apply technologies, successfully bringing the projects to life. I’ve used Ruby on Rails, Node.js, and Python on the backend to build server-side solutions. On the frontend, I’ve worked with React, React Native, and Vue. I excel in async communication and making informed decisions regarding architecture, design, and other areas of the software development process.

I'm a Full-stack Software Developer with over 4 years of experience in building, maintaining, and deploying web applications. Specializes in Ruby on Rails. Technical Skills Programming Languages & Frameworks - Ruby: Ruby on Rails, Sinatra, Jekyll - JavaScript: StimulusJS, React.js, Next.js, Astro.js - Hotwire Native, Turbo Hotwire Frontend Technologies - HTML, CSS, SCSS, LESS - Bootstrap, TailwindCSS, Shadcn/Radix UI Databases & Caching - PostgreSQL, Redis DevOps & Hosting - Heroku, Fly.io, Hatchbox, DigitalOcean, Vercel, Netlify Version Control & Collaboration Tools - Git, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket Project Management Tools - Basecamp, Trello Development Practices - Agile Methodology - TDD

I've been making software since I was a kid. I enjoy designing solutions to complex problems and building abstraction layers that make difficult problems more comprehensible. I've led teams of developers, and I've been a Director of Engineering responsible for a team building a hardware and software product. I've been a Technical Cofounder of a startup building a mobile app. I excel at communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders. In the Ruby ecosystem, I've done a lot to build developer happiness for my teams. I've upgraded Rails and Ruby in many legacy projects. On the frontend I've build iOS apps in Swift and React apps in Typescript. On the API layer I've worked a lot with GraphQL in addition to classic REST where I cut my teeth.

With over 10 years of experience in the tech industry, my core competencies lie in developing scalable solutions and leading technical projects, exemplified in my previous role at Amazon. During my tenure at Amazon, our team developed a distributed healthcare service that significantly enhances prescription acquisition. My mission is to leverage technology to streamline healthcare processes, making them more accessible and efficient. I have experience working in both a startup and a corporation. PillPack by Amazon Pharmacy ● Led multiple projects for a team of 7-8 engineers working on microservices, written in Ruby on Rails to a workflow engine written using Camunda, all built on AWS cloud infrastructure. ● Initiated and managed a project to unify several platforms that pharmacy agents use into one core service, simplifying the number of tools from nine to five. ● Oversaw a project to implement a specialized process for Amazon Pharmacy after Amazon's acquisition of PillPack, including building a Camunda workflow engine. ● Built a new distributed and scalable service that manages the process of acquiring prescriptions from healthcare providers and other pharmacies, including a CI/CD pipeline in AWS. ● Created an integration test suite of own initiative for the system, which is being used extensively during beta testing as evidence for production.

I started my journey as a developer after transitioning from a leadership role in hospitality, where I managed teams and honed my problem-solving and collaboration skills. This background gave me a unique perspective when I dove into software development, where I quickly grew passionate about building scalable, efficient applications using Ruby on Rails. A recent milestone I’m proud of was optimizing RESTful API endpoints that now serve over 150,000 active users, reducing server load by 15% and improving latency during high-traffic periods. I also automated database migrations using GitHub Actions, boosting efficiency by 30%. In my development career, I’ve learned the value of refactoring legacy code to reduce technical debt and improve maintainability, which has helped me streamline systems for greater scalability. I’m passionate about creating clean, efficient code and mentoring junior developers, ensuring that not only do I solve problems, but I also help elevate the team’s skills. What sets me apart is my ability to merge technical expertise with leadership experience, helping teams collaborate effectively and make meaningful contributions to projects. My unique combination of development skills and leadership experience allows me to tackle challenges from a holistic perspective and deliver impactful results that others might overlook.

My journey as a developer began with a deep curiosity about how technology transforms lives and businesses. From my first lines of Python code to crafting scalable web applications, I have embraced every challenge as an opportunity to grow and innovate. One of my proudest accomplishments is building a feature-rich e-commerce platform from scratch, complete with user authentication, product management, and a seamless shopping cart experience. This project not only honed my technical skills but also solidified my ability to create user-centric solutions that deliver real value. Recently, I delved deeper into API integration and backend optimization, mastering tools like Django REST Framework and Odoo ERP. Whether it’s developing a video-sharing platform or customizing ERP modules, I thrive on turning complex requirements into elegant, efficient systems. What sets me apart is my commitment to continuous learning and my problem-solving mindset. I’m not just a developer; I’m a collaborator who understands the importance of communication and teamwork in delivering exceptional results. Passionate about Python, Django, and all things backend, I am eager to take on challenges where I can contribute my skills to innovative projects. I excel in building reliable, scalable solutions that empower users and drive business success. Let’s connect and create something remarkable together!

With a creative background, I dove into Ruby six years ago for a project related to my original profession. I got hooked and have been coding daily ever since, working on various personal projects published on the web. These projects have had varying levels of success, but they inspired me to transition into a professional career in development. In 2024, I earned both the Silver and Gold Ruby Association Certifications (June and October, respectively), which solidified my passion for venturing into the Ruby world professionally. I work with the classic stack, including Stimulus/Hotwire on the front end, but I’m more than happy to jump on the React or Vue train when needed. When it comes to deployment, I’ve used PAAS platforms and direct setups with SystemD services running Foreman processes behind Nginx. Testing? RSpec is my go-to. Along the way, I’ve harnessed classic utilities like Redis for key-value storage, Vips for faster image processing, and, of course, relational databases.