Carmelo Catalano

Background

About Carmelo Catalano

I'm a passionate computer programmer who loves experimenting with new technologies. I enjoy writing "clean code" software following Robert C. Martin's paradigm, adhering to SOLID principles, applying design patterns, and writing tests. For the past four years, I have specialized in asynchronous programming in Java, currently working with version 22. My expertise lies in microservices architecture and cloud-native development, with a strong focus on hexagonal architecture, event-driven architecture, and domain-driven design. In cloud systems, I specialize in Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), where I configure and manage microservices, while setting up automated deployment pipelines. With years of experience, I have a strong foundation in database design, query optimization, and configuration. I have worked with a variety of database systems, including Oracle, DB2, PostgreSQL, and MySQL. As a principal software engineer, my primary responsibilities include: • Guiding and mentoring junior and mid-level engineers. • Leading the design and architecture of software systems. • Overseeing the development process to ensure projects are delivered on time and meet quality standards. • Troubleshooting technical issues. • Collaborating closely with teams such as QA, DevOps, and UX/UI. • Staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies. Additionally, I have background in cryptography, having implemented algorithms such as RSA, the ElGamal cryptosystem, Shamir's Secret Sharing, and the Miller-Rabin primality test. I have also been involved in web technologies, including HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, AngularJS, WordPress, Symfony, and Magento. In the past year, I have been actively involved in bioinformatics research. Currently, I am working on a high-performance drug repurposing system for non-communicable diseases.