Arjol Pengu
Senior Software Engineer
Albany NY, United States

About
Hi, I'm Arjol Pengu, a Senior Software Engineer with a passion for building scalable, high-performance systems. With extensive experience in Java, Python, and cloud technologies like AWS and Google Cloud Platform, I specialize in developing distributed microservices, backend architectures, and seamless third-party integrations. My expertise spans microservices, API development, cloud-native architectures, and agile software development. I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with product teams, stakeholders, and engineers to deliver impactful solutions. Please view my full resume for a more detailed outline of my experience!
Experience
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- Senior Software Engineer @ EYTroy, New York - RemoteSummary:
- Developed and scaled high-volume Java microservices on GCP, integrating third-party services, leading API architecture, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing platform performance.
Responsibilities:
- Developed and scaled distributed, high-volume Java microservices using Spring Boot and Google Cloud Platform to support client needs.
- Architected and operated integration services with third-party applications like Microsoft Dynamics, leveraging RESTful APIs and OData.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to design, develop, and optimize APIs for service-to-service integrations.
- Led deployment and maintenance of production microservices, ensuring scalability and reliability for user identity management and platform auditing.
- Designed and developed a critical integration microservice, managing communication and data flow between third-party services using modern Java technologies.
Achievements:
- Secured multiple DOL contracts through consistent results, totalling over 70M in revenue in the span of 3 years.
- Designed and deployed a scalable microservice architecture, improving system reliability and reducing downtime.
- Developed reusable API solutions and enhanced security, increasing development efficiency and compliance.
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- Software Engineer II @ Nuvalence (acquired by EY)Troy, New York - RemoteSummary:
- Designed scalable microservices, led auditing architecture, developed APIs, optimized workflows, and enhanced system performance using Java Spring, Camunda, and cloud technologies.
Responsibilities:
- Designed and led the development of a scalable distributed microservice platform for regulatory paperwork automation, leveraging Java Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, and Camunda.
- Architected and implemented a comprehensive auditing system, enhancing compliance tracking and user confidence.
- Developed and orchestrated license life cycle workflows using Camunda and OpenAPI, ensuring seamless automation.
- Integrated Google Identity and Firebase for user management and leveraged LibreOffice for automated document generation
- Led infrastructure architecture and DevOps efforts, managing full software lifecycle with Jenkins and Terraform.
Achievements:
- Led the development of a scalable microservice platform that streamlined regulatory paperwork processing, significantly improving efficiency and reducing manual effort.
- Architected a high-performance pricing engine leveraging AWS services, enhancing accuracy and efficiency for client-specific pricing models.
- Developed an automated license lifecycle workflow using Camunda, reducing processing time and ensuring seamless regulatory compliance.
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- Software Engineer @ 3MAlbany, New York - In OfficeSummary:
- Developed and optimized a health data platform using AWS, Python, Apache Spark, and CI/CD technologies.
Responsibilities:
- Led development of a centralized health data platform on AWS, leveraging Python and microservices for Big Data processing.
- Utilized distributed technologies like Apache Spark, Hive, Pandas, and AWS Glue to transform large datasets for customer value.
- Designed and implemented RESTful APIs with API Gateway for seamless integration and user-friendly interfaces for customers and engineers.
- Evaluated emerging technologies to enhance platform scalability and meet complex business requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to architect infrastructure and manage the full software lifecycle using AWS CI/CD tools.
- Worked closely with stakeholders to understand and implement technical solutions for their business needs.
Achievements:
- Successfully developed and scaled a health data platform capable of handling high-volume Big Data, enhancing both customer and business user experiences.
- Streamlined data processing workflows by integrating Apache Spark, AWS Glue, and other technologies, significantly improving operational efficiency and data accuracy.
Projects
Skills
Education
Siena College
Computer Science
Certificates
AWS Certified Developer
Amazon Web Services Training and Certification