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Andy Navarro Zagarra

York

Summary

Results-driven software developer with 3+ years of front-end development experience. Proficient in web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and skilled in frameworks like Angular and React. Experienced in Agile methodologies and collaborative development using Git. Detail-oriented problem-solver with strong analytical skills. Effective communicator, quick learner, and adaptable team player who excels in high-pressure environments, both independently and collaboratively.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Frontend Engineer

Xello
07.2023 - Current
  • Develop and maintain dynamic, user-centric web applications using Angular 15+, incorporating features like signals and NgRx for state management in Angular 17 micro-frontends.
  • Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives), contributing to sprint goals and backlog refinement through Jira.
  • Deliver high-quality, reusable code, adhering to best practices and coding standards, while optimizing performance and scalability across projects.
  • Contribute to the development of shared libraries and tools, fostering code reuse and efficiency across teams.
  • Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, product managers, and backend developers to ensure a cohesive user experience and alignment with project requirements.
  • Mentor student developers, sharing expertise on frontend best practices and company standards.

Frontend Developer

WIMTACH, Centennial College
12.2022 - 06.2023

Xello Project

  • Contributed to the development of a reusable library tasked with displaying and managing news feed for a multi-repository educational website using Angular 13.
  • Improved the user experience by adding a news feed to the dashboard, enabling students to view and react to posts that are created by educators through the CMS.
  • Utilized an Internal Design System, Web Components and other web technologies such as RxJS to handle asynchronous data streams.
  • Ensured the platform's responsiveness and cross-platform compatibility for a seamless user experience.
  • Implemented unit testing using Jest for each service, directive, and component, ensuring robust code quality and functionality.

Frontend Developer

WIMTACH, Centennial College
08.2022 - 02.2023

Winters Instruments Project: https://winters.com

  • Led the development of a cloud-based corporate web application for Winters Instruments, using Angular 13.
  • Developed a dynamic web application, along with an admin panel, empowering the company to manage various website components such as products, categories, industries, blogs, events, among others.
  • Ensured the website's responsiveness and cross-platform compatibility for optimal user engagement.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders during development processes to confirm creative proposals and design best practices.

Media Developer Intern

Pearson
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Created digital RTG titles (website-styled guides for educators) using PHP, HTML, and CSS.
  • Conducted testing, debugging on e-text and RTG titles.
  • Successfully refactored PHP files to enhance code quality, maintainability, and performance.
  • Attended daily SCRUM meetings and remained aware of the JIRA board tickets assigned to my role.

Computers and Technology Teacher

Colegio San José
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Actively participated in providing technology advice, particularly during the pandemic, to facilitate the transition from in-person to online classes for both students and professors.
  • Executed lesson planning, guides, and curriculum in technology and robotics.
  • Participated as a coach in various Robotics competitions, including Dagobot, the National VEX IQ Robotics Tournament, and the VEX IQ Robotics World Championship.

Education

Game Programming Advanced Diploma - Software Engineering Technology

Centennial College
06.2023

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics

Universidad Santo Tomás
08.2019

Skills

  • Programming Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, C#
  • Frontend: Angular, React, Bootstrap, HTML5, CSS, RxJS
  • Backend: Express, Nodejs, PHP
  • Database: MySQL, MongoDB
  • Design: Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, XD
  • Testing: Jest, Cypress
  • Others: GraphQL, Unity, Blender, MATLAB, SCRUM

Accomplishments

  • Achieved 1st place in the Frontend Blue Salt Media Hackathon (2023).
  • Achieved 2nd place in the VR Game Marion Surgical Hackathon (2023).

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

Frontend Engineer

Xello
07.2023 - Current

Frontend Developer

WIMTACH, Centennial College
12.2022 - 06.2023

Frontend Developer

WIMTACH, Centennial College
08.2022 - 02.2023

Media Developer Intern

Pearson
05.2022 - 08.2022

Computers and Technology Teacher

Colegio San José
08.2018 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics

Universidad Santo Tomás

Game Programming Advanced Diploma - Software Engineering Technology

Centennial College
Andy Navarro Zagarra