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πŸ§‘β€πŸ’» Gerard Contreras

Senior Software Engineer | Backend Specialist | C# | .NET | Java | Spring Boot | Azure | Kubernetes | ISO 27001


πŸ‘‹ About Me

Bilingual (English/Spanish) Information Systems Engineer with a strong background in backend development for the banking sector, experienced in designing secure microservices, deploying cloud-native solutions with Docker, Kubernetes, and Azure DevOps, and applying Agile and TDD principles. Recognized for being a fast learner, team player, and effective communicator with hands-on experience in customer service, academic coordination, and mission-driven leadership. Adept at mentoring peers, handling high-pressure support roles, and contributing to scalable, high-quality software solutions while continuously seeking growth and new challenges.


🎞️ Demos

Spring boot

API Crud with spring boot


πŸ› οΈ Tech Stack

Languages & Frameworks:
C#, .NET, Java (Spring Boot), SQL, Angular, Entity Framework, ADO.NET

Tools & Platforms:
Azure (App Services, DevOps, Static Web Apps), Kubernetes, Docker, Hangfire, Git, IBM ACE, Apache Kafka

Security & Compliance:
ISO 27001, Cybersecurity Auditing, Secure API Design, CA API Gateway


πŸ’Ό Experience Highlights

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’» Senior Software Engineer (Freelance) β€” Contamax Dominicana

πŸ—“οΈ May 2025 – Present | Santo Domingo, DR

  • Delivered multiple full-stack applications aligned with business goals.
  • Led backend and frontend development across concurrent projects.
  • Architected scalable deployments in Azure and on-premise environments.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’» Software Engineer β€” BHD Bank

πŸ—“οΈ Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | Santo Domingo, DR

  • Enhanced RESTful APIs within a robust microservices ecosystem.
  • Participated in production support and resolved critical incidents.
  • Embedded in Agile ceremonies to ensure continuous improvement.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’» Software Engineer (External Consultant) β€” BHD Bank

πŸ—“οΈ Feb 2021 – Dec 2023 | Santo Domingo, DR

  • Built reusable microservices adopted across departments.
  • Improved efficiency and reduced system duplication.
  • Consistent Agile contributor in development lifecycle activities.

πŸŽ“ Education

  • πŸŽ“ Master’s in IT Auditing and Security (In Progress)
    Universidad AutΓ³noma de Santo Domingo

  • πŸŽ“ Bachelor’s in Information Systems Engineering
    Dominican Adventist University


🌱 Currently Learning

  • Exploring AI and automation use cases with OpenAI

πŸ™Œ Mission & Values

  • Raised in a pastoral family and active in faith-based leadership
  • Led missionary youth programs and interpreted in evangelistic campaigns
  • Passionate about using technology with integrity and purpose

πŸ“« Let's Connect

πŸ‘¨πŸ»β€πŸ’» Certificates & training

Information Technology Fundamentals Cybersecurity Awareness Learner 2025 Cybersecurity Awareness - CAPC ! English for IT 1 Introduction to Cybersecurity Azure Space: Diversity in STEM Challenge Completion Badge

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