Rodolph Mesadieu

Fullstack Software Engineer

I create innovative business solutions through the design, development and deployment of scalable, robust backend systems, distributed infrastructure, and visually appealing frontend displays in alignment with business strategy.

About Me

I'm a Full stack Software Engineer skilled at designing, developing, and scaling robust backend systems, distributed infrastructure, and visually appealing frontend displays. I specialize in transitioning monolithic architectures to microservices and optimizing database queries for high-performance applications.

When not developing software, you can find me mentoring junior developers, playing basketball in any competitive recreaction leagues I can find, creating studio art, playing guitar, or designing with LEGO. I'm passionate about delivering secure, reliable services that maximize business impact.

AdaptabilityOrganizationCreativityStorytellingSelf-AwarenessGoal OrientedBusiness MindedResilience

Backend Development

Java Spring Boot, Python, GraphQL, REST APIs

Frontend Lanuguages & Libraries

REACT, Tailwind.css, TypeScript.js

Database & Infrastructure

PostgreSQL, Redis, Elasticsearch, Microservices

Cloud & DevOps

Kubernetes (EKS), Azure Functions, CI/CD, Datadog

Featured Projects

Professional Portfolio

A reactive portfolio showcasing my skillset and experience

Next.jsTailwindTypeScriptVercel

Queens New York Facts

Trendy website that pulls facts and tidbits about my home, Queens, NY. Hosted via Vercel

Node.jsExpress.jsVercelSupabase

Distributed Chatroom

Auto reconnect and load balanced Distributed 2-Phase Commit(2PC) Chatroom application built using Java RMI (Remote Method Invocation) utilizing Pub/Sub paridigm. Built to facilitate realtime communication between users.

Java RMIJavaTCP/IP

Queens New York Borough Facts Database

Postgres Supabase Database built using data scraper that stores fun facts about Queens, NY across all neighborhoods in 10 categories. Sourced via Node.js API. Deployed via Vercel

PythonPostgresSupabase
Financial Data API Platform

Financial Data API Platform

Scalable REST APIs serving real-time Bloomberg bond data. Reduced latency by 24% through query optimization.

JavaSpring BootGraphQLBloomberg APIOracle SQL
ETL Data Pipeline

ETL Data Pipeline

Python-based pipeline for the extraction, transformation and loading of 30,000+ financial records from Oracle databases.

PythonOracle SQLAWS

Experience

Sep 2023 - Present
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Software Engineer

Fitch Ratings
New York, NY

Build, maintain and optimize scalable REST APIs using Java Spring Boot, serving real-time Bloomberg bond data to customer-facing applications.

Key Achievements:
  • Improved platform scalability by cutting API latency 24% through query optimization and caching, directly enhancing user experience and reducing churn.
  • Delivered reliable financial insights by engineering an ETL pipeline that automated processing of 30K+ records daily, enabling near real-time reporting for finance and strategy teams.
  • Accelerated time-to-market by transitioning from monolith to microservices, reducing deployment times by 30% and aligning with company goals for faster product delivery.
  • Enhanced mobile performance by reducing GraphQL payload size 27%, improving load times for customers on low-bandwidth connections and supporting global growth objectives.
  • Increased engineering velocity by implementing automated CI/CD pipelines, raising release frequency 25% and aligning delivery speed with company innovation targets.
Dec 2022 - Aug 2023
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Software Engineer

Northwell Health
New York, NY

Developed secure, cloud-native applications using Java Spring Boot and GraphQL to support messaging for 890+ healthcare facilities.

Key Achievements:
  • Increased system reliability by maintaining 97.9% uptime for healthcare messaging, supporting provider efficiency and patient communication goals.
  • Enabled scalable growth by integrating Azure Cloud services, aligning infrastructure with company objectives for resilient, cloud-native deployments.
  • Enhanced product innovation by implementing GraphQL interfaces, delivering real-time data transactions that improve responsiveness and customer satisfaction.
  • Protected patient trust by ensuring HIPAA compliance and rigorous security standards, meeting regulatory obligations and strengthening brand credibility.
Jun 2022 - Sep 2022
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Software Engineer Intern

Lyft
New York, NY

Migrated mobile UI experiences to web using React and TypeScript for the RiderWeb platform.

Key Achievements:
  • Boosted platform performance by reducing average API call latency 16%, directly improving customer experience and retention.
  • Increased revenue opportunities by designing couponing and discount systems that aligned with company goals for customer acquisition and sales growth.
  • Drove cross-functional delivery by developing features across Node.js backends and Kotlin services, ensuring seamless integration within the broader tech ecosystem.

Education

2021 - 2023
Boston, MA
2012 - 2016
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St. Joseph's University

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Brooklyn, NY

Beyond Code

My diverse interests and activities contribute to a well-rounded perspective that enhances my professional work

Former NCAA Basketball Athlete

Competed at the collegiate level, developing teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills that translate directly to collaborative software development.

Studio Art Painter

Express creativity through visual art, bringing an artistic perspective to UI/UX considerations and creative problem-solving in code.

Amateur Guitarist

Self-taught musician who enjoys playing guitar, demonstrating patience, practice, and the ability to learn complex skills independently.

LEGO Designer

Design and build custom LEGO creations, showcasing attention to detail, spatial reasoning, and systematic thinking - skills that enhance software architecture.

Personal Trainer

Certified personal trainer helping others achieve their fitness goals, combining technical knowledge with mentorship and motivation.

Get In Touch

I'm always interested in new opportunities and unique engineering challenges. Whether you have a question about my experience or want to discuss potential collaborations, feel free to reach out!

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