David J.
About David J.
David J. is a Software Engineer specializing in Backend and Platform development at Anaplan, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from The University of Texas at San Antonio and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Computer Science at Georgia Institute of Technology.
Work at Anaplan
David J. has been employed at Anaplan as a Software Engineer specializing in Backend/Platform since 2020. His role involves developing metadata management services using technologies such as Kotlin, Java, Postgres, and Cockroach. He practices Agile methodology and utilizes Jira for workflow organization. Additionally, David has participated in the recruitment process by conducting interviews for software engineer candidates at Anaplan. His work contributes to the efficiency and functionality of the platform.
Education and Expertise
David J. studied Computer Science at The University of Texas at San Antonio, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in 2018. He is currently pursuing a Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science at Georgia Institute of Technology, a program he has been enrolled in since 2019. His academic background supports his expertise in software engineering and backend development.
Previous Experience
Before joining Anaplan, David J. worked as a Software Engineer at USAA for nine months in 2019, following a three-month internship at the same company in 2018. He also served as a Software Engineer - Backend Team Lead at IBM from 2019 to 2020, working remotely. His diverse experience in software engineering roles has equipped him with a broad skill set in backend development and team leadership.
Technical Skills
David J. has developed a strong technical skill set that includes proficiency in Kotlin, Java, Postgres, and Cockroach for backend development. He has experience with containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes. His work at Anaplan involved migrating and transforming containerized services across various cloud and data center environments, showcasing his ability to manage complex technical projects.