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I'm Yong Ji Chen.

I'm a NYC based Native C++/Full Stack Software Engineer, currently working at Here helping build a modern Enterprise Browser.

In my free time time, you can catch me honing my snowboarding skills, building keyboards, or looking for new ways to self host services.

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About me

I am a software engineer with a passion for building innovative solutions. I have experience in developing applications using C++, React, and Node.js. I am always eager to learn new technologies and improve my skills.

  • Location:New York, NY
  • Age:27
  • Nationality:Chinese / American
  • Interests:Snowboard, Keyboard, Photography, Drone Flying
  • Study:University At Buffalo
  • Employment:Here

Work

Software Engineer

HereSeptember 2023 - Present

I developed new features for Here Browser, enabling users to integrate custom search providers. I implemented APIs and configurations to support MPEG LA codec playback and Entra SSO for Microsoft. Additionally, I improved logging bottlenecks by creating a new solution using easylogging++, allowing for larger log sizes and extended application runtime.

Fullstack Developer

Haven TechnologiesOctober 2022 - September 2023

I developed and enhanced underwriting workflows and rules to assess customer risk, increasing SaaS coverage and improving client integration flexibility. I resolved multiple defects, improving the underwriting engine’s accuracy and reducing false positives by 5%. Utilizing DBeaver, I queried over 100k+ in-force policies to create data visualizations that supported data-driven product decisions. I implemented a feature to fetch and persist government identification in newly created database tables, integrating it with AngularJS and RxJS on the frontend. Additionally, I built APIs to parse new policy application fields and transform them into Haven’s custom specification, increasing ACCORD standardization coverage by 2%.

Software Engineer

OpenFinJune 2019 - October 2022

I developed and maintained a multithreaded desktop agent using C++11, currently running on over 45,000 desktops at banks and financial institutions. I reduced latency and optimized critical paths in the code by identifying and eliminating bottlenecks, improving startup time. I enhanced a self-installing feature used by 85% of clients, enabling custom deployments based on client needs. I also managed the deployment of new product versions via auto-update, instantly deploying updates across 10,000+ desktops. I created data visualizations in Grafana to track installation, feature usage, and health statistics, reducing internal support queries. Additionally, I developed a fallback mechanism for unmanaged desktop environments to ensure consistent deployment and user experience. I migrated the legacy testing framework to MochaJS and integrated it with GitLab CI/CD, improving test coverage and visibility.

QA Engineer Intern

Group Nine MediaJanurary 2018 - December 2018

Worked with the test automation team to write end to end integration tests using Robot Framework. Gathered necessary test scenarios and steps from manual QA testers and automated them.

Coding Instructor

Code NationJune 2017 - August 2017

Taught two groups of 20 students each on how to code in HTML, CSS and JavaScript.

Coding Instructor

Hudson GuildJune 2016 - August 2016

Taught a group of 10 students how to code in HTML, CSS and JavaScript.

Software Developer Intern

American ExpressJune 2015 - August 2015

Wrote end to end integration tests using AngularJS.

Software Developer Intern

Group Nine MediaJune 2014 - August 2014

Worked with design team to revamp the company's contact page. Utilized technologies such as PHP, HTML and CSS.

Education

Bachelors of Science in Computer Science

University At Buffalo2015

CSE 115LLR - Introduction to Computer Science I
CSE 116LLB - Introduction to Computer Science II
CSE 191LR - Introduction to Discrete Structures
CSE 199SR - UB Seminar
CSE 220LLB - Systems Programming
CSE 250LR - Data Structures
CSE 305LR - Introduction to Programming Languages
CSE 331LR - Algorithms and Complexity
CSE 341LR - Computer Organization
EAS 360LEC - STEM Communications
MTH 141LR - College Calculus I
MTH 142LR - College Calculus II
MTH 309LR - Introductory Linear Algebra

Skills

Spoken languages
English
Frontend development
React
Typescript
GraphQL
Backend development
Node.js
Native Development
C++
STL
Google Test

Get in touch.

Please shoot me an email if you have any questions

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