Alex Haas

Software, Systems, And Infrastructure Engineer

Background Display

0 lines cleared / 0 pieces

RESUME

Software, Systems, And Infrastructure Experience

Strategic and execution-driven engineer with over a decade of real-world engineering experience, backed by a lifetime of technical curiosity and execution.

Manhattan, New York
Full-stack, systems, and infrastructure
RHCSA, Security+, Network+
Download PDF Resume

Professional Summary

  • Over a decade of real-world engineering experience across software, systems, and operations.
  • Background in full-stack development, infrastructure, cloud architecture, and applied AI systems.
  • Hands-on experience with FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Neo4j, Redis, RabbitMQ, React, Next.js, and automation pipelines.
  • Comfortable leading projects end-to-end, from architecture and implementation through production support.

CREDENTIALS

Certifications

Verified certifications with direct links for reference and validation.

TECHNICAL FOCUS

Core Range

Full-stack development with React, Next.js, Python, FastAPI, Flask, and TypeScript
Systems administration across Linux, Windows Server, and Active Directory environments
AWS, Azure AD, TCP/IP, on-premises networking, and infrastructure automation
Applied AI systems using OpenAI APIs, insight modeling, and automation workflows

SHOWCASE

Experience And Skills

Sr. Software / Systems Engineer

Gainwell Technologies LLC

  • Supported an OCR application used in a Medi-Cal and HIPAA-aligned environment.
  • Designed backup and recovery architecture using ExaGrid appliances.
  • Automated enterprise workflows in PowerShell and built REST APIs for service integration.
  • Created Chromium extensions and supported production monitoring and incident response.

Founder & Sole Architect/Developer

AI Behavioral Insight Platform

  • Designed and built a full-stack behavioral insight platform as sole engineer and architect.
  • Used FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Neo4j, Redis, RabbitMQ, and OpenAI APIs in one system.
  • Designed for modular integrations, behavioral tracking, and predictive feedback loops.
  • Led architecture, backend implementation, infrastructure, and insight modeling.

Infrastructure, Networking, and Operations

Systems & Network Experience

  • Worked across Linux, Windows Server, Azure AD, on-prem AD, AWS, and enterprise networking.
  • Installed network stacks, diagnosed TCP/IP issues, and supported production environments.
  • Combined scripting, systems administration, and cross-team delivery in fast-moving roles.

Project

Featured Project

  • Designed, built, and optimized a full-stack behavioral insight platform from the ground up.
  • Integrated FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Neo4j, Redis, RabbitMQ, and OpenAI APIs in one system.
  • Designed for modular integrations, behavioral tracking, and predictive feedback loops.
  • Led system design, infrastructure, backend implementation, and insight modeling.

Education

Education

  • Hunter College, New York, NY
  • B.A. in Computer Science, Cum Laude
  • Relevant coursework included ethical hacking, digital forensics, and networking theory.
  • University of Washington coursework in psychology studies prior to transfer.

Strengths

Professional Strengths

  • Experienced working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Adept at turning abstract ideas into working prototypes quickly.
  • Comfortable operating across software, infrastructure, and support contexts.
  • Committed to continued learning and staying ahead of new technologies.

Application Development

  • React, Next.js, FastAPI, Flask, TypeScript, Python
  • REST API design and service integration
  • Frontend and backend implementation across full-stack systems
  • Custom software development, internal tools, and platform extensions

Systems And Infrastructure

  • Linux, Windows Server, Active Directory, Docker, Apache, Nginx
  • Production administration across mixed environments
  • Operational support for deployed systems and internal platforms
  • Environment ownership, maintenance, and system reliability

Cloud And Networking

  • AWS, Azure AD, TCP/IP, on-premises networks
  • Network engineering and multi-environment connectivity
  • Cross-functional work spanning application and network realities

Data And Messaging

  • PostgreSQL, MySQL, MS SQL, Neo4j, MongoDB, Redis, RabbitMQ
  • Relational, graph, cache, and messaging systems
  • Data flow design for analytics, operational systems, and AI-enabled platforms
  • Storage and messaging design for complex application workflows

Automation And Operations

  • PowerShell, Bash, API scripting
  • Backup and recovery planning
  • Monitoring, incident response, and operational tooling
  • Workflow automation in enterprise and production settings
  • Reducing manual effort and improving support efficiency

AI And Insight Systems

  • OpenAI APIs and AI-assisted system design
  • Behavioral modeling and insight platform development
  • Predictive feedback loops and multi-system integration
  • Applied AI built into products and operational workflows
  • AI capabilities tied to business systems and operational workflows

Languages And Tooling

  • Python
  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • C++
  • C#
  • Bash
  • API Scripting
  • SQL
  • PowerShell
  • Comfortable moving between stacks and toolchains as needed