Dorota Żelazkiewicz

● Lead backend development of a Python-based application using Django and Django REST Framework, with a focus on security, scalability, and clean architecture.

● Architected and implemented RESTful APIs, integrated with identity providers such as Okta and Microsoft Azure.

● Wrote exceptionally thorough unit and integration tests using pytest, enhancing automated testing pipelines and ensuring high code coverage and long-term reliability.

● Participated in architectural decisions, code reviews, and process improvements to uphold high development standards.

● Collaborated closely with a distributed team using Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA and Git to plan, track, and deliver work effectively.

● Maintained best practices in CI/CD, Docker-based environments, and PostgreSQL-backed data models.

● Applied a solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving, consistently meeting deadlines and contributing to project success through clear and thoughtful decision-making.

• Designed and maintained a secure Python-based application with RESTful API using Django REST Framework, ensuring compliance with OWASP best practices and Python standards.
• Wrote and maintained unit tests using pytest, achieving high code coverage.
• Participated in code reviews and providing feedback to improve code quality and maintainability.
• Implemented an integration with Okta, MS Azure and other identity providers while developed an application to for user and role management.
• Using many different tools: version control (git), PostgreSQL database, Jira, Postman, Docker, GraphQL, HTMX and others.

• Developed and maintained websites using HTML and CSS.
• Created and managed e-commerce stores with PrestaShop.
• Built ERP applications using PHP and Java.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing tasks to meet stakeholder expectations and tight deadlines.