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Robert Sterian

Bucharest

Summary

Experienced software developer with a solid foundation in front-end development and server-side scripting, combined with extensive experience in backend, database, and cloud-ready applications. Skilled in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript, and React.js (including Next.js, React Router, and Context API) for building modern, responsive, and maintainable UIs. Proficient in backend technologies such as Node.js, Express.js, and Nest.js, with strong expertise in PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and MySQL database design and optimization.

Well-versed in web scraping technologies including Apify, Cheerio, Puppeteer, and Playwright, with experience developing scalable data collection pipelines and integrating them with REST APIs. Skilled in containerized application development using Docker, CI/CD workflows, and version control tools like Git, GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket. Experienced in working with CSS frameworks such as Tailwind CSS, Bulma, and Bootstrap to create fast, accessible, and visually appealing interfaces.

Proven ability to design and deliver end-to-end solutions — from frontend dashboards to backend APIs and database systems — while implementing testing, debugging, and performance optimization best practices. Adept at Agile methodologies and cross-team collaboration. Passionate about learning new technologies, solving complex problems, and creating applications that are robust, secure, and scalable.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Web Scraping Specialist, Fullstack Developer

Lexis Solutions LTD
11.2024 - Current
  • Designed, developed, and deployed Apify actors for large-scale web scraping, handling both static and highly dynamic websites.
  • Built and maintained backend APIs using Node.js and Express.js, to process and serve large volumes of requests efficiently.
  • Designed and optimized PostgreSQL database schemas for high-performance data storage and retrieval.
  • Worked on app pipelines for automated data ingestion, transformation, validation, and enrichment before delivery to clients.
  • Worked on the development of a React.js frontend dashboard with Context API and React Router for managing scraping configurations and statistics, viewing results, and controlling API access.
  • Connected the frontend to backend APIs with real-time updates and interactive data visualizations.
  • Implemented backend features like rate limiting, caching, and retry logic to improve stability.
  • Added proxy rotation, concurrency controls, and error handling to scraping workflows to maximize uptime.
  • Worked closely with other developers to define scraping targets, data formats, and delivery schedules.

MERN Stack Developer Freelancer

Fiverr/Upwork
07.2019 - Current
  • Implemented RESTful APIs on the server side using Node.js, Express.js, Nest.js and .NET Framework for efficient data communication
  • Implemented server-side logic using Node.js, Express.js, Nest.js and .NET Framework to handle data processing and application logic
  • Developed dynamic and responsive web applications using the MERN stack, ensuring a seamless user experience
  • Created modern and interactive user interfaces using React.js, NextJS, React-Bootstrap, TailwindCSS, Material UI .
  • Integrated third-party APIs and services as needed for specific project requirements
  • Designed and implemented MongoDB database schemas to efficiently store and retrieve data for web applications

Webscraping Specialist , FullStack Developer

Asociatia "Oportunitati si Cariere"
05.2023 - 11.2024
  • Developed custom web scraping scripts using JavaScript with libraries like Cheerio or Puppeteer, and Python.
  • Extracted and parsed data from different types of websites, handling various data formats and structures and tested it using Postman.
  • Implemented solutions to scrape dynamic and AJAX-driven content by simulating user interactions using headless browsers

In addition to my expertise in web scraping, I worked as a React Frontend Developer

  • Developed modern and responsive user interfaces using React.js
  • Utilized state management libraries such as Redux for efficient data flow within React applications
  • Integrated with backend APIs, often developing APIs myself, to fetch and update data in real-time
  • Used CSS frameworks like React-Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, Bulma CSS and Material UI for styling and components creation.

Junior RPA Developer

Ubio
07.2019 - 01.2022

In my previous role as an RPA developer at Ubio, I specialized in automating repetitive business processes using RPA proprietary technologies and software developed by Ubio

Here are some key aspects of my work:

  • Developed and implemented RPA solutions to streamline workflows, reduce errors, and enhance operational efficiency
  • Identified and analyzed business processes suitable for automation using RPA tools.
  • Integrated RPA solutions with other enterprise systems from companies like Google, Trivago, Kiwi and others to ensure seamless data exchange
  • Collaborated with backend developers and system architects to establish effective communication channels
  • Actively participated in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives

ICT Network Administrator

Romanian Army
03.2015 - 07.2019
  • Developed and maintained PowerShell and Bash scripts to automate network administration tasks, including system updates, security patches, and backups.
  • Created scripts in PowerShell and Bash for parsing and analyzing network data, generating reports for management.
  • mplemented security measures using Shell Scripting for network protection. Managed firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
  • Designed and implemented a robust and scalable network architecture to support the organization's growing needs.
  • Configured and maintained routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices to ensure seamless communication between different departments

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Management and Engineering

Air Force Academy
Brasov, BV
08.2014

Masters Degree - Mechanical Systems Engineering & Technologies of Security

Military Technical Academy
Bucharest, B
03.2017

Skills

  • HTML5
  • Web Application Development
  • PowerShell Scripting
  • Bash Scripting
  • Linux System Administration
  • NestJS
  • JavaScript
  • CSS
  • Experienced with Reactjs development
  • Experienced with Nodejs development
  • Expressjs
  • REST
  • Agile
  • JQuery
  • Experience with Nextjs applications
  • Typescript
  • Python
  • Cheerio
  • Puppeteerjs
  • Selenium
  • Web Scraping
  • Web Development
  • Web Design
  • Linguist Experience
  • Shell Scripting
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • MongoDB
  • Microsoft Office
  • Tailwind
  • Bulma
  • Bootstrap
  • Oracle
  • GIT
  • APIS
  • Software development
  • JIRA
  • SQL
  • Communication skills
  • Confluence
  • Bitbucket
  • GitLab
  • GitHub
  • Web Deployment
  • Postman
  • Docker
  • Analytical thinking
  • Continuous improvement
  • Emergency response
  • Technical communication
  • Expert problem solving
  • Software Development
  • Testing and Debugging
  • Coding
  • Software Development Life Cycle
  • Javascript
  • Design and Development
  • Software Applications
  • Database Design
  • Database Programming
  • Cheerio
  • Puppeteer
  • Playwright

Certification

  • Trainer of trainers course, Romanian Army
  • Database Design and Programming, Oracle Academy
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate, Cisco Networking Academy

Websites, Portfolios and Profiles

  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/codetamer/
  • https://github.com/Codetamer333

Personal Information

Languages

Romanian
First Language
English
Advanced
C1
French
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Upper Intermediate
B2
Italian
Upper Intermediate
B2
Japanese
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Web Scraping Specialist, Fullstack Developer

Lexis Solutions LTD
11.2024 - Current

Webscraping Specialist , FullStack Developer

Asociatia "Oportunitati si Cariere"
05.2023 - 11.2024

MERN Stack Developer Freelancer

Fiverr/Upwork
07.2019 - Current

Junior RPA Developer

Ubio
07.2019 - 01.2022

ICT Network Administrator

Romanian Army
03.2015 - 07.2019

Bachelor's Degree - Management and Engineering

Air Force Academy

Masters Degree - Mechanical Systems Engineering & Technologies of Security

Military Technical Academy
Robert Sterian