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Vlad Cojocaru

Summary

A software developer with a recent focus on backend service maintenance and upgrades, including API reliability, automated testing, and deployment workflows. This work builds upon a solid foundation in both frontend and backend development, offering a well-rounded perspective across the full stack.


Recent graduate with a degree in Computer Science, currently pursuing a Master's Degree at the University of Bucharest and I'm eager to apply my skills and learn new technologies in a collaborative and dynamic team environment.


Ready to prove that I am the right fit for your organization.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patch Engineer

GoPro Inc
02.2024 - 03.2025
  • Worked extensively in Ruby on Rails to streamline development and refactoring tasks.
  • Implemented and maintained unit tests using RSpec, increasing backend coverage and preventing regressions during upgrades.
  • Wrote and maintained integration and acceptance tests with Cucumber, validating critical user flows and ensuring system integration.
  • Used Bruno and Datadog to monitor, verify, and debug backend API responses post-deployment.
  • Collaborated closely with the DevOps team to align patch delivery with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure expectations.
  • Gained hands-on experience with ArgoCD, understanding deployment configurations, rollout strategies, and service synchronization.
  • Actively participated in patch validation and rollback strategies, ensuring high system availability and stability.
  • Contributed to sprint planning and task breakdown in Jira ensuring clear scope definition and efficient workload distribution across the engineering team.
  • Updated and maintained Apiary documentation for the oauth, device manager, locations services amongst many other, ensuring accurate representation of API contracts and expected responses.
  • Built and maintained Docker containers for multiple services, streamlining deployment across multiple environments.
  • Integrated patch workflows into existing Jenkins pipelines, ensuring automated testing and smooth CI processes for service updates.

Javascript Developer

Softbinator Technologies
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Sharpened my HTML, CSS and JavaScript suite of skills.
  • Applied dynamic and responsive UIs using React.js.
  • Implemented advanced CSS features using the Sass preprocessor and CSS Flexbox.
  • Utilized the Webpack build tools for code bundling and optimization tasks.
  • Managed HTTP requests using Apache.
  • Worked with MySQL and MongoDB for efficient data storage and retrieval.
  • Developed server-side environments using the Express.js platform for Node.js.
  • Facilitated communication between different parts of an application using Restful APIs.
  • Contributed to the development of a Wishlist Application by collaborating closely with an experienced backend team, further honing my communication and comprehensive skills.

Frontend Developer Intern

GSP Holding SA
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Structured web content using HTML.
  • Implemented CSS for web page styling and layout.
  • Utilized JavaScript for client-side interactivity.
  • Managed codebase changes collaboratively using Git.
  • Employed React for the development of user interfaces.
  • Utilized the npm package manager to install third-party library and packages.
  • Applied Bootstrap to create a mobile-friendly web page.
  • Leveraged Visual Studio Code for efficient code writing and editing.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in interacting with APIs.
  • Exhibited a keen curiosity for learning and skill development by constantly seeking guidance from my mentor.
  • Developed strong communication skills by working closely with the members from the Customer Support, Human Resources, Project Management, Operation and Finance departments.

Education

Master of Science - Software Engineering

Bucharest University

Bachelor of Science - Informatics

Ovidius University

High School Diploma -

Mircea Cel Batran National College

Skills

  • Ruby
  • Ruby on Rails
  • RSpec
  • Bruno
  • Datadog
  • Jenkins
  • ArgoCD
  • Jira
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • ReactJs
  • Sass
  • Npm
  • REST APIs
  • MySQL
  • MangoDB
  • Docker
  • C
  • C#
  • Python
  • Java
  • SQL
  • Git
  • Azure
  • Figma
  • Maven
  • Gradle
  • Agile / Scrum
  • Apiary
  • Cucumber
  • ExpressJS

Certification

  • Cambridge English Advanced C1 Certificate
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
  • Azure AI Fundamentals
  • Power Platform Fundamentals Certificate
  • Certificate in Advanced English Language Skills
  • Certificate in Advanced Software Applications

Additional Information

Github Account:

https://github.com/VladCSoft

Linkedin Account:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/vlad-cojocaru-551921188

Languages

  • English - Fluent, Near-Native Proficiency
  • Romanian - Native

Timeline

Patch Engineer

GoPro Inc
02.2024 - 03.2025

Javascript Developer

Softbinator Technologies
06.2022 - 09.2022

Frontend Developer Intern

GSP Holding SA
06.2021 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Science - Informatics

Ovidius University

Master of Science - Software Engineering

Bucharest University

High School Diploma -

Mircea Cel Batran National College

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