Jordan Max

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About Me

Passionate Lead/Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience building scalable serverless AWS solutions for startups and high-growth teams, currently open to part-time opportunities. Expert in Node.js, microservices architecture, and event-driven systems. My specialty lies in designing and implementing serverless event-driven microservices. I thrive on architecting loosely-coupled systems that leverage AWS services like Lambda, SQS, SNS, and EventBridge to create resilient, auto-scaling solutions that handle unpredictable traffic patterns with ease.

Skills

Core Technologies

Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Go (learning)

Cloud & Infrastructure

AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, SQS/SNS, Kinesis, AppSync, CloudFormation, CloudFront), Serverless Framework

Architecture & Patterns

Microservices, Event Driven Architectures, Serverless, REST APIs, GraphQL

Development & Operations

CI/CD Pipelines, Git, Docker, Linux, Agile/Scrum, Code Review, Mentoring

Experience Timeline

2022-2025
2021-2022
2019-2021
2017-2019
2016-2017
2015-2016
2012-2015

Feastables

Lead Software Engineer August 2022 - August 2025

Spearheaded development of scalable serverless infrastructure for high-growth consumer brand, handling millions of users and transactions.

  • Architected serverless, event-driven microservices ecosystem using Node.js, AWS, and Serverless Framework
  • Built comprehensive purchase validation suite processing 4M+ receipt uploads across 200+ retail stores
  • Launched "World's Biggest Game of Rock Paper Scissors" for 600K+ users, driving massive engagement
  • Migrated SMS chatbot to serverless architecture, improving response times by 40%
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FightCamp

Senior Software Engineer April 2021 - July 2022

Led modernization of fitness platform infrastructure, transitioning from monolithic to serverless architecture.

  • Converted monolithic app to serverless, event-driven microservices with GraphQL APIs
  • Migrated MySQL to DynamoDB without impacting user experience
  • Mentored engineers on serverless and Node.js best practices
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Syngenta

Senior Software Engineer July 2019 - April 2021

Developed enterprise-grade agricultural technology solutions for global markets.

  • Built ETL pipelines and APIs using Serverless Framework, AWS Lambda, and ApiGateway
  • Developed private React UIKit npm package for global team efficiency
  • Implemented AWS Cognito for SSO and Twilio/AWS SES for notifications
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FCB Chicago

Software Engineer July 2017 - July 2019

Developed innovative digital solutions for Fortune 500 clients in advertising technology.

  • Developed secure APIs and microservices using Express, MongoDB, and MySQL in a Linux environment
  • Built a flagship AI-driven product with third-party API integrations and an admin portal
  • Collaborated with project managers and UX teams to align code changes with future releases
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Newser

Software Engineer June 2016 - June 2017

Enhanced digital news platform performance and cross-platform mobile applications.

  • Optimized .NET web app for faster page load times and increased newsletter engagement
  • Ported Xamarin iOS app to Xamarin Forms, enabling cross-platform support for Android
  • Enhanced mobile app revenue through performance improvements
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NextCrew

Software Engineer February 2015 - June 2016

Developed enterprise workforce management solutions and mobile applications.

  • Developed and deployed a mobile app for iOS and Android, revamping front-end HTML/CSS and JavaScript
  • Integrated core system with third-party software via RESTful APIs and SDKs
  • Worked under CTO to enhance enterprise software system in an agile environment
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Columbia College Chicago

Bachelor of Science August 2012 - May 2015

Software & Mobile Development program focusing on modern programming languages and mobile application development.

  • Studied Data Structures, Algorithms, and Software Engineering principles
  • Gained expertise in C++, C#, .NET, and Objective-C programming languages
  • Developed mobile applications and learned database design fundamentals
  • Completed coursework in Game Development and Game Programming
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Key Projects

Purchase Validation Suite

Feastables

Designed a high-performance service processing 4M+ receipt uploads, enabling fraud detection, sweepstakes, rebates, and loyalty programs with real-time analytics. Achieved 96%+ accuracy in fraud detection and 99%+ accuracy in digital vs paper receipt detection while maintaining sub-10 response times (industry standard 1-2 days).


Saved Feastables $1-2M+ per year with our exponentially cheaper and exponentially faster in-house purchase validation suite by leveraging modern AWS-based technologies like Lambda, Textract, SQS, SNS, and DynamoDB.

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World's Biggest Game of Rock Paper Scissors

Feastables

Launched viral campaign in 3 weeks, scaling to 600K+ users and 1.5M games, with a $50,000 prize and MrBeast video feature. Built serverless architecture to handle massive concurrent load spikes.


Analytics and live leaderboard available to users in real time with our serverless architecture. Enhanced matchmaking and ranking system enabled us to avoid users gaming the system.

Serverless Generator V2

Open Source

Created a comprehensive project generator for serverless applications supporting multiple IaC frameworks (CDK, SAM, Serverless Framework). Streamlines development workflow for teams adopting serverless architecture.

Chrome Extension Job Autofiller

Open Source

Developed a Chrome extension to automate job application processes, reducing application time by 80%. Features intelligent form detection and data population across multiple job platforms. Automatically detects the fields it needs to fill out and saves the data locally for future use in other job applications.


[Roadmap] Uses AI to help assist auto-filling tedious job application forms and applications.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Software & Mobile Development

Columbia College Chicago 2012 - 2015

Relevant coursework: Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Engineering, Database Design, Mobile Development, Software Development, C++, C#, .NET, Objective C, Game Development, Game Programming

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