Shumael Syed

Software Engineer and Technology Enthusiast

About Me


I am a Software Engineering graduate from the University of Ottawa currently working at Scotiabank as a Software Engineer. I am a career driven individual focused on broadening and enhancing my skills on a daily basis. I have a passion for providing innovative solutions with my knowledge of programming and testing. As a Software Engineer, I have experience with all levels of the software lifecycle which I can apply in numerous areas.

I am interested in mobile and web-based application development, data science, cloud developement, system architecture, quantitative analysis and automation. Additionally, I am also interested in product management and business development and enjoy complementing and discussing business strategy and current and upcoming technology trends and their effects. As this combination of interests makes obvious, I also have an interest in technology entrepreneurship. My other interests include economics, finance, and mathematics.

Always looking for opportunities to learn, to discuss interesting ideas, and to meet intelligent, motivated, ambitious people, so feel free to contact me!

Experience


Scotiabank | Software Engineer (Full-time)

Dec 2021 - Present

Blackberry QNX | Cloud Developer (Co-op)

May 2021 - August 2021

RBC Global Asset Management | DevOps Engineer (Co-op)

May 2020 - August 2020

Royal Bank of Canada | Software Developer (Co-op)

September 2019 - December 2019

House of Commons Canada | Infrastructure Engineer (Co-op)

January 2019 - April 2019

Global Affairs Canada | Software Test Engineer (Co-op)

May 2018 - August 2018

Resume


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Skills

  • 2 years of Java and Python experience with Objected-Oriented programming.

  • Ability to create and maintain websites with self-taught knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Node.js.

  • Intermediate experience and knowledge of Android Development in Android Studio.

  • Proficient in all latest IDEs including but not limited to IntelliJ, NetBeans and Eclipse.

  • Advanced skill using Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Access, Visio, PowerPoint.

  • A self starter and fast learner with proven ability to work under minimal supervision.

  • Exemplary communication, teamwork, leadership and time management skills.

Proficiency

  • Python
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Java
  • Android Development
  • JavaScript
  • Bootstrap