Neil Ngoc - Software Engineer

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Full-stack Software Node.js React Native Android AWS Flutter React.js Magento Laravel Ruby Java

Introduction

Neil Ngoc is a technical manager with over 12 years of experience in software development. He possesses a solid background, exercises careful judgment, makes strong decisions, and upholds a high sense of responsibility.

Project list

CareHealth Singapore - Singapore

CareHealth is an innovative personal health record platform that integrates seamlessly with the healthcare ecosystem.

Lead a team of developers to implement new features and functionalities of Care and Insurance systems. Set up and implement cron-jobs to synchronize data and files between internal servers. Port legacy APIs to microservices. Assist in setting up and running notification services. Implement notification channels. Conduct code reviews.

Technologies: Docker, NestJS, MySQL, MongoDB, AWS, Redis, Kubernetes, Vault...

China Bank Philippines Retail App - Philippines

Development and customization of the Backbase Android retail app for China Bank Philippines.

Implement retail app features related to transfer, payments, and credit card. Customize Backbase journeys based on client's requirements and data structure. Build BillPay module for reuse in future projects. Conduct code reviews. Present and execute demos to China Bank's Business Unit every sprint.

Technologies: Backbase journeys, Kotlin, Hilt, Coroutines, Flow, Live Data...

Production Support and Enhancement

This project involves identifying and resolving production issues, implementing change requests, and providing technical support for the Customer Success team across platforms like Tops Online, Tops Club, CDS, Super Sports, and Power Buy.

Implement change requests based on requirements from the Customer Success team and Business Unit. Detect and resolve production issues promptly. Monitor crash reports via Firebase, identify root causes, and plan necessary fixes and releases. Monitor performance reports via NewRelic and collaborate with other teams to enhance user experience. Conduct code reviews. Execute the release process while managing and publishing applications.

Technologies: Android, Kotlin, Coroutines, RxKotlin, Jetpack, Firebase, NewRelic, BranchIO, 2C2P SDK...

CDS Recore

CDS is the largest online shopping application of the Central Group. It allows users to easily view products, place orders, pre-order items, and make secure payments. The platform supports all Magento product types, making it capable of handling complex promotions and business logic.

Built the code base for Shopping Cart and Checkout modules using Jetpack Compose. Defined and implemented navigation flows. Implemented the shopping cart logic for Simple, Configurable, Grouped, and Bundle products. Developed gift and voucher logic. Created selecting processes for shipping and billing steps. Implemented the checkout flow. Facilitated payments using credit cards and T1. Conducted code reviews.

Technologies: Magento, Android, Kotlin, Coroutines, Flow, Jetpack Compose, T1, 2C2P...

Robinhood Super App - Ride Hailing Module

Robinhood is a comprehensive super app offering services like food delivery, ride hailing, shopping, express deliveries, and travel deals, developed and powered by Purple Ventures.

Collaborated with other vendors to define workflow, integration, and deployment processes. Setup and managed CI/CD tools and processes. Refactored existing codebase developed by another vendor. Identified and resolved existing issues in the Ride Hailing module. Provided solutions to integrate the Ride Hailing module with the Super App. Fixed critical crashes post-integration with the Super App. Integrated Google Cloud SDK for Consumer into the Ride Hailing module. Implemented real-time chat and messaging features using Firestore and Sendbird. Optimized performance issues related to Google Map in the module. Conducted code reviews.

Technologies: Flutter, Firebase services, Google Cloud SDK, Send bird...

True VRoom

True VRoom offers a video conferencing solution similar to Zoom and Google Meet, facilitating smooth conduct of conferences and team meetings.

Added and implemented Banuba SDK for video effects into the app. Fixed camera issues across different screen sizes. Resolved camera issues on Android devices. Optimized loading and scrolling performance issues when many members are in a meeting. Refactored the code base to transition from class components to functional components. Utilized custom hooks to separate and streamline business logic code. Performed code reviews.

Technologies: React Native, Zoom SDK, WebRTC, Redux, Redux Saga, AWS Cognito...

The Sound Reserve App

This is a music application where Apple Music and Spotify subscribers can listen to playlists curated by The Sound Reserve. By using the app, listeners contribute to environmental causes such as planting trees and cleaning oceans.

Implemented the entire app features. Customized the Spotify library using the legacy Spotify streaming SDK. Developed a native module for Apple Music integration. Upgraded the app to use the Spotify remote SDK following the deprecation of older APIs. Optimized app performance to resolve various issues.

Technologies: React Native, Spotify, Apple Music, Context API, Jest, VoIP, Segment, Appflyers, Pusher...

Messaging, Job Board, and Interview Preparation

Insight Data Science offers a rigorous seven-week post-doctoral training fellowship designed to bridge the gap between academia and data science. The IT department, located in Vietnam, developed applications to support alumni, fellows, tutors, and the operations team.

Managed the Messaging outsourced team. Moved the Messaging project in-house. Implemented feature parity for Messaging between mobile and web platforms. Optimized app performance issues. Improved app loading times. Developed a Job Board CMS using ReactJS. Created a Job Board website with ReactJS. Built Interview Prep mobile APIs with Django. Utilized design sprints to enhance product quality and team productivity.

Technologies: React Native, ReactJS, Django, NodeJS, AWS EC2, Cognito, S3, Lambda, Team City...

Transmart - Indonesia

A project developed for CT Corp Indonesia, aiming to create a one-stop-shop online shopping platform with a strategic 5-year vision plan.

Collaborated with client, BA team, designers, and back-end teams to analyze business needs and features. Led mobile and API team to implement iOS and Android apps. Implemented Android app codebase following Clean Architecture principles. Implemented core modules of the Android app: product, shopping cart, and checkout. Built and monitored CI/CD tools to streamline development and deployment. Implemented mobile APIs for the Magento back-end. Integrated with notification services developed by another vendor. Presented and executed project demos for the client at every milestone. Conducted code reviews to maintain code quality and performance.

Technologies: Magento, Android, Coroutines, Flow, Dagger, Jetpack...

TH Elite Retail Project

This project involved developing a comprehensive retail solution for TH Group.

Managed project timeline and risks, leading the team to successfully build the project. Collaborated directly with other vendors on design, integration, and risk management. Provided system architecture and solutions. Assisted the BA team in writing the BRD and User Guide. Developed the mobile app codebase using React Native. Implemented core mobile APIs from the Magento back-end. Customized the promotion module of Magento to meet special requirements. Integrated with existing SAP modules. Conducted thorough code reviews.

Technologies: Magento, SAP, React Native, Styled Component, Redux, Redux Observable, Jest...

Unified eCommerce Platform Integration for Magento and BigCommerce

This project focuses on creating a unified code base that seamlessly connects to both Magento and BigCommerce back-ends. The goal is to reduce costs and development time for mobile applications targeting these platforms by using a single, unified solution.

Defined core features to be implemented by the team. Set up default BigCommerce and Magento sites. Implemented the code base using React Native. Conducted code reviews.

Technologies: Magento, Big Commerce, React Native, Redux, Redux Observable, Jest...

Sky Premium, Kanmo International, Kanmo Loyalty

Sky Premium: An e-commerce platform enabling customers to shop and purchase luxury products and services. Kanmo International: A single code base catering to eight brands within the Kanmo Group, providing users with access to promotions, news, and guidelines. Kanmo Loyalty: A platform for customers to receive the latest updates from the Kanmo Group, manage their accounts, and track their loyalty history.

Implemented app features using React Native. Supported the back-end team in writing APIs for the mobile application. Maintained and resolved production issues of existing applications. Conducted code reviews.

Technologies: Magento, React Native, Native Base, Redux, Redux Thunk...

Facebook Engagement and Gift Code Management System

A comprehensive CMS and Chat Bot platform designed to streamline operations for managing Facebook posts, comments, and gift codes. The system enables the operations team to automatically distribute gift codes to users and efficiently handle social media interactions.

Implemented CMS using Laravel 4 to manage Facebook posts and comments. Implemented Facebook Chat Bot via Messenger for automated interactions. Developed a gift code module for user engagement. Managed and monitored Linux servers hosted on Digital Ocean.

Technologies: Facebook, Laravel, Digital Ocean...

Consumer and Laundry Apps

The Consumer app is a platform for food delivery, providing users with an easy and efficient way to order meals. The Laundry app enables users to book time slots for visiting laundry shops, ensuring convenience and time management.

Maintained and bug fixed Consumer app version 1. Implemented Consumer app version 2. Implemented Laundry Consumer app. Conducted code reviews.

Technologies: React Native, Google Cloud, micro services...

Comprehensive School Management System

This system serves teachers, managers, and operational teams, enabling them to efficiently manage school events, calendars, students, and classes.

Implemented the landing page. Implemented the CMS. Implemented the mobile API for iOS and Android apps. Managed and monitored the Linux server.

Technologies: WordPress, Laravel, Digital Ocean.

Golden Gate Brand Promotion

The project focused on promoting the Golden Gate brand.

Implemented the admin panel pages for managers and the operations team to manage products, images, promotions, and vouchers. Implemented mobile APIs. Developed the Android app. Managed and monitored the server.

Technologies: Ruby on rails, Android Java, AWS EC2.

JMango360 Version 2

Developed a new application version with an improved user interface, updated business logic, and enhanced performance. Created a unified codebase to support multiple e-commerce platforms including Magento, Lightspeed, Shopify, Big Commerce, and Prestashop.

Implemented mobile API using Spring 4. Implemented back-end services using Spring 4. Developed the CMS for standalone clients using GWT to manage app settings, products, and themes. Implemented Android codebase following Clean Architecture principles and applied Reactive Programming. Developed core app features such as authentication, products, shopping cart, and checkout. Optimized Android app performance. Integrated payment gateways including PayPal, Stripe, Braintree, and several bank SDKs. Developed the Magento plugin for Magento version 2. Led a team to develop the plugin for Prestashop.

Technologies: Spring 4, GWT, MongoDB, Android Java, Clean Architecture, Reactive Programming, Jenkins.

JMango360 Version 1

This initial version of the product had an unappealing user interface and numerous performance issues. It required maintenance to ensure continued service for existing users.

Maintained and resolved issues in the production app. Maintained and fixed back-end issues in the production environment.

Technologies: Spring 4, GWT, Android Java.

Seconds, PicChat, Koala

Seconds: A group photo-sharing application that allows users to take and decorate photos, sharing them with friends in groups. Seconds has won several awards, including those from the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Mobile World Congress (MWC), Startup Asia, and Echelon. PicChat: A private photo-sharing application that lets users take and decorate photos, record voice messages, and share them with friends. PicChat received $1.5 million in funding from Cyber Agent Ventures, TBS Innovation Partners, Incubate Fund, and Golden Gate Ventures. Koala: A photo messaging application that allows users to take and decorate photos using GIF format and send them to their friends.

Implemented Android apps. Implemented photo editing solution using OpenGL and C. Implemented mobile API using Laravel. Implemented CMS using Laravel. Implemented landing page using WordPress.

Technologies: Laravel 4, WordPress, Android Java, AWS EC2, S3...

SilverTop and Geelong Taxi Booking Apps

SilverTop and Geelong Taxi provide taxi booking services through mobile applications in Melbourne and Sydney.

Implemented back-end functions using C#. Implemented mobile API with WSDL using C#. Optimized the performance of statistics reports. Enhanced the performance of the admin panel. Improved database performance. Managed and monitored the Windows server. Developed Android applications. Learned and set up Jenkins.

Technologies: C#, MS SQL, Android Java, Objective C, Jenkins.

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