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## Kevin Tran

Junior Software Engineer
Baltimore, MD
[kevin.tran@email.com](mailto:kevin.tran@email.com) · github.com/kevintran · linkedin.com/in/kevintran

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### SUMMARY

Junior Software Engineer with 1.5+ years of experience building and maintaining web applications using modern JavaScript frameworks and backend APIs. Comfortable working across the stack, fixing bugs, shipping features, and learning from code reviews. Strong fundamentals, good habits, and a bias toward clean, readable code.

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### TECHNICAL SKILLS

* **Languages:** JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, Python
* **Frontend:** React, HTML, CSS, basic Tailwind
* **Backend:** Node.js, Express, REST APIs
* **Databases:** PostgreSQL, SQLite
* **Tools:** Git, GitHub, VS Code
* **Testing:** Jest (basic), manual testing
* **Other:** JSON, basic CI concepts

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### PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

#### Junior Software Engineer

SaaS Operations Platform | Remote
2023 – Present

Work on a small product engineering team building and maintaining internal and customer-facing web applications.

* Implement frontend features in React based on product and design requirements
* Build and maintain backend API endpoints using Node.js and Express
* Fix bugs reported by QA and customer support, including edge cases and regressions
* Write and review pull requests following team coding standards
* Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback from senior engineers
* Work with product managers to clarify requirements and break work into tasks
* Help maintain PostgreSQL schemas and write basic SQL queries
* Contribute to documentation and onboarding guides

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#### Software Engineering Intern

Technology Consulting Firm | Baltimore, MD
2022 – 2023

Supported development teams working on internal tools and client-facing applications.

* Assisted with frontend development using React and vanilla JavaScript
* Wrote small backend services and scripts in Python and Node.js
* Fixed bugs and implemented small feature requests under guidance
* Learned Git workflows including branching, rebasing, and pull requests
* Participated in daily standups and sprint planning meetings

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### PROJECTS

#### Task Tracker Web App

Personal Project

* Built a full-stack task management app using React, Node.js, and PostgreSQL
* Implemented user authentication, CRUD operations, and basic role-based access
* Deployed locally and documented setup and usage in GitHub README

#### Expense Splitter

School / Personal Project

* Created a simple web app to track shared expenses
* Used JavaScript and SQLite for persistence
* Focused on clean UI and basic input validation

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### EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
University of Maryland, Baltimore County

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### WORKING STYLE

* Comfortable asking questions and learning from feedback
* Writes clear, maintainable code rather than over-optimized solutions
* Pays attention to edge cases and error handling
* Reliable with deadlines and task follow-through

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### ADDITIONAL

* Eligible to work in the U.S.
* Open to hybrid or remote roles
* Actively improving data structures and algorithms fundamentals

## Software Engineer I

@ **BlueRidge Software**

United States
$80,000 – $100,000 / year
Hybrid (2 days onsite)
Full Time

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### Job Description

**BlueRidge Software** builds B2B SaaS products that help mid-sized enterprises manage operations, reporting, and internal workflows. Our platform supports thousands of daily users and integrates with third-party systems across finance, operations, and customer support.

We are looking for a **Software Engineer I** to join our product engineering team. This role is designed for an early-career engineer who has solid fundamentals and some real-world experience, but is still growing into full ownership of production systems.

You will work closely with senior engineers, product managers, and QA to deliver features, maintain existing services, and improve platform reliability.

This is a full-time position with a hybrid schedule.

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## Key Responsibilities

### Software Development

* Implement new product features across frontend and backend services
* Write clean, maintainable code following team standards and best practices
* Contribute to REST APIs and backend services supporting core product functionality
* Build UI components based on design and product requirements
* Participate in code reviews and apply feedback from peers and senior engineers

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### Platform & Production Support

* Help maintain and troubleshoot production services
* Investigate bugs and performance issues reported by QA or customer support
* Assist with on-call rotations for non-critical services (with support and escalation paths)
* Write basic unit tests and contribute to improving test coverage
* Support small refactors and technical debt cleanup initiatives

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### Collaboration & Growth

* Work with product managers to clarify requirements and estimate tasks
* Participate in sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives
* Learn internal systems, tooling, and deployment workflows
* Document features, APIs, and technical decisions as needed

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## Qualifications

### Required

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
* **1–3 years** of professional software development experience (internships count)
* Proficiency in **JavaScript or TypeScript**
* Experience building web applications with **React** or a similar framework
* Basic backend experience with **Node.js**, **Python**, or similar
* Familiarity with REST APIs and relational databases
* Experience using **Git** and collaborating via pull requests
* Strong communication skills and willingness to learn

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### Preferred (Stretch Areas)

* Experience working with **cloud platforms** (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
* Familiarity with **CI/CD pipelines** and automated testing
* Experience writing **unit and integration tests** beyond basic coverage
* Exposure to **Docker** or containerized development
* Prior experience supporting production systems

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## We’re Looking for Someone Who…

* Has solid fundamentals but knows there’s still a lot to learn
* Is comfortable asking questions and seeking feedback
* Writes readable, maintainable code over clever solutions
* Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through
* Enjoys collaborating with more experienced engineers

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## Why You’ll Like Working at BlueRidge

* Strong mentorship from senior and staff engineers
* Real production experience without being thrown into the deep end
* Clear growth path from Software Engineer I to II
* Collaborative, low-ego engineering culture
* Hybrid flexibility and reasonable work-life balance

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## Benefits

* Competitive base salary and annual bonus
* Health, dental, and vision insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid time off and holidays
* Learning and development budget

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Executive Summary

Kevin is an exceptionally strong match for this role, possessing the exact 1.5 to 3 years of professional experience and the specific tech stack (React, Node.js, and TypeScript) required by BlueRidge Software. His background in a SaaS operations environment directly mirrors the company's business model, making him a low-risk, high-alignment candidate ready for a Software Engineer I position.

✅ Strengths (Pros)

Direct Tech Stack Alignment: The candidate’s proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and Node.js perfectly matches the "Required" qualifications listed in the job description.
Relevant Professional Experience: With over 1.5 years as a Junior Software Engineer in a SaaS environment, the candidate meets the 1–3 year experience bracket and understands the B2B product lifecycle.
Backend & Database Proficiency: Experience building REST APIs with Express and maintaining PostgreSQL schemas aligns with the requirement for backend and relational database familiarity.
Collaborative Workflow: The resume highlights experience with code reviews, pull requests, and working with product managers, which are key responsibilities for this role.

⚠️ Gaps (Cons)

Cloud Infrastructure: The job description lists experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) as a preferred qualification, which is missing from the resume.
Containerization: There is no mention of Docker or containerized development, a specific "stretch area" identified by the employer.
Advanced Testing: While the candidate mentions "basic" Jest and manual testing, the role prefers experience with unit and integration tests "beyond basic coverage."

Skill Gap Breakdown

Required Skill/Qualification	Candidate Experience	Status
JavaScript/TypeScript	Professional use of ES6+ and TypeScript in a SaaS environment.	Match
React Framework	Developed frontend features and UI components for web applications.	Match
Node.js/Backend	Experience building REST APIs and backend services with Node and Express.	Match
Relational Databases	Managed PostgreSQL schemas and utilized SQLite for personal projects.	Match
Cloud & Docker	No specific mention of AWS, Azure, GCP, or Docker/containerization.	Gap

Action Plan

Resume Keywords: Incorporate keywords such as AWS (or Azure/GCP), Docker, CI/CD, Integration Testing, Production Support, and Unit Testing to better align with the "Preferred" qualifications.
Addressing Gaps: Complete a foundational certification or project involving Docker and AWS (e.g., deploying a Node.js app to AWS ECS) to address the lack of cloud and containerization experience.
Interview Prep: "This role includes on-call rotations for production services; can you describe a time you had to troubleshoot a bug in a live environment and how you communicated the resolution to stakeholders?"