Ross Z.
About Ross Z.
Ross Z. serves as the Backend Engineering Lead at Compass Mining, where he specializes in building scalable backend systems using NodeJS and Express. He has a background in full stack development and holds an Associate Degree in Information Technology.
Work at Compass Mining
Ross Z. has been serving as the Backend Engineering Lead at Compass Mining since 2021. In this role, he focuses on building scalable backend systems using NodeJS and Express. His responsibilities include overseeing backend development projects and ensuring the integration of efficient technologies to support the company's operations in the cryptocurrency mining sector.
Previous Experience at Upwork
Before joining Compass Mining, Ross Z. worked as a Full Stack Engineer at Upwork for six months in 2020. During this time, he utilized his skills in JavaScript to contribute to various projects, gaining experience in both frontend and backend development. This role allowed him to enhance his technical capabilities in a global freelance environment.
Education and Expertise
Ross Z. earned an Associate Degree in Information Technology from Technical College, where he studied Computers & Telecommunications from 2010 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills, particularly in backend development. He has expertise in using Firebase for backend solutions and employs React (Next.js) in his current projects.
Technical Skills and Tools
In his current role, Ross Z. employs a range of technologies to develop backend systems. He primarily uses NodeJS and Express for server-side development, alongside Firebase for database management. His proficiency in React (Next.js) further enhances his ability to create robust applications, allowing for seamless integration between frontend and backend components.