Zain Al Sudani
Kingston,ON
Summary
Skilled backend developer with experience in designing, implementing and maintaining server-side applications and databases. Strong understanding of programming languages such as Java, Python, C# along with knowledge of SQL for database interaction. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and drive projects to successful completion. Prior roles saw improved application performance and enhanced user experiences through optimization efforts. Also a people-oriented team leader successful in monitoring performance, delegating work and motivating members. Versed in managing daily direction and team communication. Collaborative and resourceful professional dedicated to identifying needs to develop and deliver creative solutions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Backend Developer
Queen's University
Kingston, Canada
09.2024 - Current
- Designed robust API integrations for educational tools used within the Queen's Computing Students' Association; improved data synchronization rates between platforms from bi-weekly updates to real-time syncing capabilities.
Elections Deputy
Queen's University
Kingston, Canada
09.2024 - Current
- Working with the Alma Mater Society of Queen's University on keeping everything fair and smooth in the area of elections
- Maintained order at public events, such as parades, festivals, concerts and sporting events.
Robotics Team Leader
High school
North York, Canada
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Leading a group of teams like Web dev, Sponsors and programming
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
NASA HUNCH Team Leader
High school
North York, Canada
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Leading a team of three people in the first Canadian chapter of NASA
- Maintained daily inventory to facilitate successful material distribution.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
- Established clear team goals aligned with company objectives, tracking progress regularly.
Club Leader
High school
North York, Canada
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Created the first newcomers club in VPCI helping people get the first step into Canada
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
- Trained new staff members on emergency procedures, safety protocols, and general expectations of working at the newcomers club.
Kitchen Staff/ Team Member
Freshii
North York, Canada
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Responsibilities included food preparation, maintaining high hygiene standards, and providing excellent customer service
- Readied vegetables and garnishes for meals.
- Kept track of food waste and spoilage to ensure minimal loss.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Prepared meats, vegetables or desserts according to orders or instructions.
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Peeled and cut fruit and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Cleaned and sanitized utensils, dishes or silverware.
- Supported inventory management by monitoring stock levels and reporting low supplies to the head chef.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and utensils.
Education
Bachelor -
Queen's University
Kingston, ON, Canada01.2025
Diploma -
High School
North York, ON, Canada06.2024
Diploma -
Toronto Neighborhood Organization
Toronto, ON, Canada06.2021
Skills
- Leadership
- High Intuition
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Patients
- HTML and XML
- Performance optimization techniques
- Proficient in restful apis
Certification
- SafeCheck Advanced Food Safety Certification, Earned Food Safety Certification, demonstrating food safety expertise.
- Workplace Violence and Harassment Training for Employees - Ontario, Focused on fostering an inclusive and equitable environment by respecting diverse perspectives and identities.
- Standards of Performance - Ontario, Earned Food Safety Certification, demonstrating food safety expertise.
- Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Training (Immersive) - Ontario, Earned Food Safety Certification, demonstrating food safety expertise.
Projects
Climate Change and Indigenous lands, Completed, Build and study a better way to solve both problems.
Awards
4th place in the FIRST Robotics Competition, 2022, Windsor
Languages
- German, first language
- Arabic, first language
- English, second language
Languages
English
Full Professional
German
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Got my team to the 4th place in the FIRST ROBITCS Competition 2022 in windsor
Affiliations
- (Completed)(build and study a better way to solve both problems)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Backend Developer
Queen's University
09.2024 - Current
Elections Deputy
Queen's University
09.2024 - Current
Robotics Team Leader
High school
09.2023 - 06.2024
NASA HUNCH Team Leader
High school
09.2023 - 06.2024
Kitchen Staff/ Team Member
Freshii
01.2023 - 03.2023
Club Leader
High school
09.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor -
Queen's University
Diploma -
High School
Diploma -
Toronto Neighborhood Organization
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