Kevin Galdamez's Resume

kevingaldamez@outlook.com

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Professional Experience

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TechMate LLC d.b.a. DevOps Tech

IT Infrastructure Engineer

Dallas, TX | Jan 2023 – Present

  • Design and develop scalable, full-stack, multi-page websites tailored to meet specific business requirements. Utilize modern frameworks such as Next.js, Material UI, and GSAP, and deploy to the cloud with services like AWS Lambda.
  • Design and develop robust APIs using Django and Next.js, leveraging AWS Lambda for scalable, serverless backend functionality.
  • Engineered and maintained NAS storage infrastructures to support the transition of over 1.5 Terabytes of data from Windows Server 2012 while ensuring efficient storage allocation and RAID 1 configuration.
  • Leverage content delivery networks like Cloudflare, implementing advanced caching mechanisms to enhance user experience by significantly improving website performance and bolstering security.
  • Integrate robust Content Management Systems (CMS) into new and existing web solutions. Utilize platforms such as WordPress and Contentful to provide clients with flexible CMS options that facilitate content management.
  • Optimize client websites performance and maintain strong in-page SEO, often achieving over 40% improvement in load times and responsiveness. Ensure ongoing SEO optimization to boost search engine rankings and increase site visibility.

    Project: Developed a class pass package purchase and management system for a volleyball gym:

  • Built using Next.js, AWS Lambda, PostgreSQL, OAuth 2.0, and integrated with Go High Level CRM.
  • Implemented a streamlined check-in and attendance tracking system by generating personalized QR codes for each student, which are scanned by gym staff to efficiently manage attendance and track participation.
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The Bott Group

IT Technician

Dallas, TX | Jan 2020 – Jan 2023

  • Configured and deployed Google Analytics 4, Google Business Profile, and Google Search Console to track website performance, optimize online visibility, and improve user engagement metrics.
  • Developed a blog platform using Markdown and Next.js, integrated with Contentful CMS for streamlined content management.
  • Deployed and executed incident management processes in compliance with internal policies, coordinating helpdesk operations for 30+ remote and on-site users to meet SLAs and critical deadlines.
  • Led on-site networking activities, including advanced routing, configuration, and troubleshooting. Monitored network performance continuously to identify inefficiencies and escalated recurring issues to vendor teams for resolution.

    Project: Engineered a sophisticated data capture system for a swimming pool company:

  • Built using Java and connected to an AWS RDS database for secure, scalable data storage and retrieval.
  • Applied Object-Oriented Design principles to develop reusable, maintainable code.
  • Deployed the front-end using Next.js on AWS Amplify for seamless user interaction and fast, scalable hosting.
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Pool Stop

Retail Store Representative

Rockwall, TX | Jul 2018 – Dec 2019

  • Conducted site assessments for new pool builds, measuring yard dimensions and land elevation with 100% accuracy.
  • Delivered expert customer support and needs analysis, advising on cost-effective swimming pool equipment.

Education

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University of Texas at Dallas (UTD)

Graduated December 2022

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, Minor in Computer Networks

Technical Skills

Programming and Development

JavaScript (ES6+) – TypeScript – Node.js – React – Next.js – Java – Python – HTML – CSS – TailWind – MUI – GSAP --SQL – REST – WordPress – CMS -- Agile/Scrum Methodologies

Development Tools

AWS – Azure – CI/CD – CDN – Vercel – GitHub – Visual Studio Code – Command Line Interface

Testing & Debugging

Unit Testing – Integration Testing – Performance Testing

IT Infrastructure

Computer Networks – Routers – Switches – Firewalls – Network Security – VoIP – VPNs – DNS – DHCP – VLANs – SSH – HTTPS – SSL

Key Strengths

Strong Communicator – Team-Oriented – Problem Solver – Critical Thinker – Ethical in Tech Practices – Organized – Positive – Proactive – Adaptable