Chris Huerta
( Senior Full Stack Developer )
77511, Alvin, Texas, US | +1 332 468 4328 | chuerta5559@[Link]
SUMMARY
I’m a Full Stack Developer with over a decade in the industry, specializing in Ruby on Rails,
[Link], [Link] and [Link]. With 8+ years of expertise in Ruby on Rails and 5+ years with
[Link], I am also well-versed in [Link] frameworks (2+ years) and [Link] (3+ years). I have
a strong foundation in back-end development, including Application and Database
Architecture Design and Implementation, RESTful/GraphQL API’s development, and
database management. My front-end experience includes extensive work with Vanilla
Javascript, [Link], and [Link], where I've designed and implemented complex user
interfaces, ensuring a seamless user experience. I strongly grasp modern front-end
technologies, including HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, and responsive design
principles. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and innovation, I am always eager
to explore new technologies and apply creative solutions.
WORK HISTORY
SENIOR FULL STACK DEVELOPER
EPICOR | APRIL 2020 | PRESENT
RUBY ON RAILS | [Link] | [Link] | [Link] | TYPESCRIPT | PYTHON | GRAPHQL |
POSTGRESQL | DOCKER | AWS
Developed several features in an agile environment using Ruby on Rails and React,
leading to a 30% increase in development speed.
Implemented and enhanced CRUD operations for applications using the MVC architecture
of the Rails framework.
Designed and developed database architectures for various Ruby on Rails applications,
improving data retrieval speed by 20%.
Installed and configured multiple versions of Ruby using Ruby Version Manager (RVM),
enhancing development flexibility and efficiency by 15%.
Integrated various Ruby gems based on application requirements, leading to a 10%
increase in feature implementation speed.
Implemented Delayed Job for background job processing in Ruby on Rails applications,
enabling asynchronous execution of tasks such as sending emails and processing large
datasets.
Revamped and upgraded versions for applications built in Ruby on Rails, enhancing
application performance and user satisfaction.
Developed RESTful APIs to enhance application functionality, increasing backend
efficiency.
Integrated search functionalities using RANSACK and Elasticsearch, improving search
accuracy and speed.
Introduced GraphQL into projects, expanding capabilities in streamlined and flexible data
querying and manipulation.
Planned and conducted daily scrums, weekly estimations, retrospectives, and pair
programming sessions, which improved team collaboration and project delivery times
by 20%.
FULL STACK DEVELOPER
MAVENIR | FEB 2017 | MAR 2020
RUBY ON RAILS | [Link] | TYPESCRIPT | ELASTICSEARCH | POSTGRESQL | TDD |
GRAPHQL | RESTFUL APIS DEVELOPMENT
Integrated various Ruby gems based on application requirements, streamlining
functionality and expediting development timelines.
Developed RESTful APIs to enhance backend operations, facilitating seamless data
exchange across systems.
Implemented and refined CRUD operations within the MVC architecture of the Rails
framework, augmenting development efficiency by 20%.
Analyzed and optimized application performance, leveraging query optimization and
content caching to achieve a 25% reduction in load times.
Designed and engineered robust database architectures for diverse applications,
elevating data retrieval speed and efficiency.
Modernized application versions, heightening performance metrics and user satisfaction
by 15%.
Executed code refactoring initiatives, adhering to industry best practices to enhance
maintainability and reduce complexity by 20%.
Furthered expertise by integrating [Link] into skill set, gaining proficiency in
constructing scalable backend systems.
Engaged in configuring and utilizing Elasticsearch to enhance search functionality and
optimize data retrieval in web applications.
FULL STACK DEVELOPER
SECURONIX | NOV 2014 | DEC 2017
RUBY ON RAILS | [Link] | TYPESCRIPT | PAYPAL | STRIPE | RSPEC | TDD
Contributed to feature development in an agile environment using Ruby on Rails and
React, gaining insights into the end-to-end development lifecycle.
Acquired hands-on experience in designing and implementing database architectures
for Ruby on Rails applications, with a focus on optimizing data retrieval processes.
Assisted in setting up and configuring Ruby environments utilizing tools like Ruby
Version Manager (RVM), adapting to varying project requirements.
Participated in daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and pair programming sessions,
fostering collaboration and exposure to agile methodologies.
Started writing test cases using RSpec for comprehensive testing, ensuring code
reliability and maintainability.
Expanded knowledge by working with React Redux for state management and React
Router DOM for efficient routing in web applications.
Explored payment integrations like Stripe and PayPal, gaining familiarity with integrating
external services into Ruby applications.
Engaged in bug-fixing activities, troubleshooting, and resolving issues to ensure smooth
application functionality in Ruby on Rails projects.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER INTERN
NOVIGO SOLUTIONS | MAY 2014 | OCT 2014
HTML | CSS | TAILWIND CSS | BOOTSTRAP | JAVASCRIPT | RUBY | RUBY ON RAILS
Acquired foundational skills in web development, starting from basic HTML and CSS,
and progressing to implementing dynamic user interfaces using JavaScript, ensuring
pixel-perfect designs.
Assisted in backend development tasks, gaining exposure to CRUD operations to
effectively manipulate data within applications.
Understood how to organize and structure code for better maintainability and
scalability.
Gained practical experience with SQL databases, learning to create, read, update, and
delete data, and explored NoSQL databases to understand their differences and use
cases.
Learned basics of the ruby language and built social media applications using the rails
framework.
Collaborated with team members on various projects, contributing to bug fixes, and
feature enhancements, while actively seeking guidance and learning opportunities
from experienced developers.
SKILLS
- RUBY ON RAILS, [Link], REACT, [Link]
- BOOTSTRAP, TAILWIND CSS, HTML5, CSS3, HAML, SASS
- WEB SCRAPING & CRAWLING
- TDD – RSPEC
- JAVASCRIPT, JQUERY, COFFEE SCRIPT
- REDIS, DELAYED JOB, ELASTICSEARCH/RANSACK
- POSTGRESQL, MYSQL, MONGODB
- PAYMENT METHOD INTEGRATION (STRIPE & PAYPAL)
- GIT, GITHUB, BITBUCKET, GITLAB
- JIRA, ASANA, CLICKUP, TRELLO
- HEROKU, AWS, DIGITAL OCEAN
E D U C AT I O N
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - COMPUTER SCIENCE
HARDIN-SIMMONS UNIVERSITY, 2010 - 2014