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Madalina Durlesteanu-Java Software Developer

Madalina Durlesteanu
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Portugal

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Aug 2023 - Present

Java Software Developer

COMO GLOBAL S.A.

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Position Summary
Java Software Developer at COMO GLOBAL S.A.
Industries
Banking and Finance
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
  • At Como Group, a leading financial technology firm, played a key role in the design, development, and optimization of innovative financial solutions.
  • Developed and enhanced high-performance RESTful APIs, improving scalability and reliability for international financial operations.
  • Optimized system performance and security for cross-border transactions, significantly improving transaction speed and platform stability.
  • Integrated AI-assisted development practices, leveraging tools such as Claude Code, Codex CLI, and Gemini CLI to accelerate development, enhance code quality, and automate routine engineering tasks.
  • Conducted research and implementation of AI CLI tools and MCPs to explore how agent-based AI systems can augment backend processes and improve development automation.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (product, DevOps, QA, and data) to identify technical improvements and enhance the platform’s overall functionality and user experience.
  • Resolved complex technical challenges with innovative backend solutions, increasing system reliability and processing efficiency.
  • Tech stack: Java 17–21, Spring Boot, Hibernate, Redis, Kafka (Pub/Sub), PostgreSQL, Docker & Kubernetes, AWS (S3, CloudWatch, IAM), OpenAPI, Swagger, GitLab, JUnit 5, Mockito, Jira, Confluence, Claude Code, Codex CLI, Gemini CLI, Agile (Kanban methodology).
Jan 2022 - Jul 2023

Java Software Developer

Edenred Digital Center

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Position Summary
Java Software Developer at Edenred Digital Center
Industries
Information Technology
Transportation
Business Areas
Information Technology
  • Part of the UTA development team contributing to the design and maintenance of core applications that support fleet management, fuel payments, and transport-related services using the UTA Card.
  • Developed and maintained Java microservices to improve system modularity and reduce inter-component dependencies.
  • Worked on microservices implemented with Spring WebFlux and Project Reactor (Mono/Flux).
  • Implemented new features aligned with business specifications, enhancing the functionality and usability of the platform.
  • Collaborated with QA teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve defects, improving product stability.
  • Refactored legacy code to increase reliability, scalability, and maintainability across key modules.
  • Implemented comprehensive unit testing (achieving 90% code coverage), reducing production issues by 30%.
  • Optimized SQL queries (Oracle-compatible syntax) to improve backend performance and scalability.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date technical documentation for assigned applications.
  • Tech stack: Java 11 & 17, Spring Boot, Hibernate, Liquibase, Oracle SQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins (CI/CD pipelines), Azure Cloud, ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), Bitbucket, RabbitMQ, JUnit 5, Mockito, SonarQube, Jira, Confluence, Agile (Scrum methodology).
Sep 2020 - Jan 2022

Jr. Full Stack Developer

Codecool

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Position Summary
Jr. Full Stack Developer at Codecool
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
  • Gained hands-on experience in designing and implementing web applications using Java, Spring Boot, React, and PostgreSQL as part of Codecool’s Full Stack Development Program.
  • Contributed to the development of an e-commerce platform built on a microservices architecture and deployed on Microsoft Azure Cloud.
  • Designed and developed backend services using Java and Spring Boot, integrated with Hibernate/JPA for persistence.
  • Implemented frontend components with React, ensuring responsive and user-friendly interfaces.
  • Deployed and managed the application on Azure Cloud following containerized deployment practices with Docker.
  • Integrated alternative payment APIs to provide merchants with flexible transaction options.
  • Utilized Git for version control and collaborated in an agile team environment to deliver project milestones.
  • Tech stack: Java 11, Spring Boot, Hibernate, Docker, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Jenkins, Azure Cloud, PostgreSQL, Swagger.
Dec 2014 - Sep 2020

Business Data Analyst

Zola Food International

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Position Summary
Business Data Analyst at Zola Food International
Industries
Food and Beverage
Business Areas
Business Intelligence
Finance
Marketing
  • Collected, analyzed, and interpreted operational data across multiple restaurant and hospitality businesses to support strategic decision-making.
  • Collaborated with restaurant managers and finance teams to identify trends, forecast demand, and optimize resource allocation.
  • Designed SQL-based data queries and spreadsheets for performance tracking and financial reporting.
  • Supported marketing and pricing strategies through data-driven insights on customer behavior and seasonal trends.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Food and Beverage, Information Technology, Banking and Finance, and Transportation.

Food and Beverage
Information Technology
Banking and Finance
Transportation
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Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Business Intelligence, Finance, Marketing, Information Technology, and Product Development.

Business Intelligence
Finance
Marketing
Information Technology
Product Development
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Summary

A passionate Software Engineer with a strong focus on clean, maintainable code and continuous learning. Experienced in building and maintaining RESTful APIs using Java, Spring Boot, Spring WebFlux and Hibernate, with solid knowledge of SQL databases such as PostgreSQL and Oracle SQL. Skilled in translating business requirements into scalable technical solutions, writing clear specifications, and performing detailed code and design reviews.

I actively leverage AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code, Codex CLI and Gemini to enhance productivity, improve code quality, and optimize workflows. I also conducted research on AI CLI tools and agent-based systems, exploring how to apply AI reasoning and task orchestration to strengthen development processes and integrate intelligent automation into projects.

Skills

  • Java 8-21
  • Nodejs (Js/ts)
  • Springboot
  • String Webflux
  • Project Reactor (Mono/flux)
  • Hibernare/jpa
  • Openapi
  • Junit 5
  • Postgresql
  • Oracle Sql
  • Apache Kafka
  • Rabbitmq
  • Redis
  • Aws
  • Azure Cloud
  • Jenkins (Ci/cd Pipelines)
  • Elk
  • Doker & Kubernetes
  • Agile Methodology, Scrum, Kanban
  • Git
  • Claude Code
  • Codex Cli
  • Gemini Cli

Languages

English
Advanced
Spanish
Advanced
Portuguese
Advanced

Education

Bucharest University of Economic Studies

BA in Marketing · Marketing · Bucharest, Romania

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Experience

Total positions 4
Experience in Food and Beverage 6 y
Avg length 2 y 10 m
Longest experience 5 y 9 m

Expertise

Recent roles Java Software Developer, Jr. Full Stack Developer, Business Data Analyst
Main industries Food and Beverage, Information Technology, Banking and Finance
Main business areas Business Intelligence, Finance, Marketing

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

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What languages does Madalina speak?

Madalina speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), Portuguese (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Madalina have?

Madalina has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Madalina has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 10 months. Note that Madalina may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Madalina be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Madalina would be well-suited for roles such as: Java Software Developer, Jr. Full Stack Developer, Business Data Analyst.

What is Madalina's latest experience?

Madalina's most recent position is Java Software Developer at COMO GLOBAL S.A..

What companies has Madalina worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Madalina has worked for COMO GLOBAL S.A., Edenred Digital Center, and Codecool.

Which industries is Madalina most experienced in?

Madalina is most experienced in industries like Food and Beverage, Information Technology, and Banking and Finance. Madalina also has some experience in Transportation.

Which business areas is Madalina most experienced in?

Madalina is most experienced in business areas like Business Intelligence, Finance, and Marketing. Madalina also has some experience in Information Technology and Product Development.

Which industries has Madalina worked in recently?

Madalina has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Banking and Finance, and Transportation.

Which business areas has Madalina worked in recently?

Madalina has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology and Product Development.

What is Madalina's education?

Madalina holds a Bachelor in Marketing from Bucharest University of Economic Studies.

What is the availability of Madalina?

Madalina is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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