R. J. Salvador

Software Engineer

rjsalvadorr.com
salvador.workshop@gmail.com
github.com/salvador-workshop
github.com/rjsalvadorr
linkedin.com/in/rjsalvadorr

Objective

I’m seeking technical roles where I can leverage my skills in software, architecture, and creative fields. My skill set has a strong focus on front-end web-dev, UI/UX, data visualization, and 2D/3D modelling.

Skills & Qualifications

Experienced with several software platforms and frameworks.
Has worked on front-end (React, Ember), full-stack (J2EE, .NET, Python), and cloud (Azure).

Solves UX and design problems with precision.
Has a strong understanding of design systems, processes, and tools. Plus skills with drafting/BIM tools and parametric design.

Has valuable experience from all over the software development lifecycle.
From planning to kickoff, development, delivery, and maintenance.

Technical Experience

Senior Software Developer — Konrad Group

Jul 2024 — Nov 2024
Toronto, Canada (Hybrid)
Core technologies — Azure Cognitive Services for computer vision and document parsing, NestJS

• Partnered with a financial transaction processor working closely with the “Big Five” Canadian banks.
• Upgraded cloud apps which leverage Azure Cognitive Services for anti-fraud verification.

Senior Software Engineer — Autodesk Construction Solutions

Nov 2022 — Jan 2024
Toronto, Canada (Remote)
Core technologies — React, Node.js, Typescript, Storybook, Revit, ADSK Viewer/Forge/LMV

• Worked on Autodesk Takeoff, an online construction estimation tool for 2D sheets and 3D models.
• Leveraged in-house component libraries to build, extend, and maintain UI modules.
• Kept our UX consistent with the Autodesk Cloud platform, working with experts where needed.

Senior Associate (Experience Technology) — Publicis Sapient

May 2022 — Sep 2022
Toronto, Canada (Remote)
Core technologies — React, Next.js, Nx, Typescript, Storybook, AEM

• Helped lay the technical foundations of a forward-looking app for a leading healthcare provider.
• These foundations allowed for rapid development even while dependent assets lagged in delivery.

Software Engineer — Uncharted Software

Nov 2019 — Apr 2021
Toronto, Canada
Core technologies — Ember.js, Cytoscape, Node.js, Express.js, Python, AWS, Docker Microservices

• Worked on Causeworks, a research app for understanding scenarios through graph analysis.
• Integrated analysis modules from several third parties, including Virginia Tech researchers
• Reworked the front-end to align the UI to our design system, and render data more effectively.

UI Web Developer — Intelex Technologies

Jun 2017 — Feb 2019
Toronto, Canada
Core technologies — React, .NET, SQL Server, Jenkins

• Built a React UI on a legacy app allowing health and safety professionals to share best practices.
• Focused on standards over time. Appointed to a group that wrote guidelines for code structure.

Technical Developer — Jonah Group

Sep 2014 — Oct 2016
Toronto, Canada
Core technologies — Java/J2EE, Spring, Struts, Hibernate, Oracle 11g, jQuery, Backbone.js, Marionette.js, Jenkins

• Built credit app. sites for car dealers, linking users to 18,000+ dealers with 1,400+ finance sources.
• Ensured that webpages conformed to the visual specs (responsive, cross-browser, cross-platform).

Projects

sw-jscad — Salvador Workshop

Jan 2025 — Present
Toronto, Canada
Core skills — npm, 3D Modeling, CAD/CAM Software, Open Source Development

• sw-jscad is an NPM library that extends JSCAD to create 2D and 3D designs with JavaScript.
• The library is in active development to support design efforts for my family’s side business.

Education

UX Design Certificate — BrainStation

Jul 2024 — Sep 2024
Toronto, Canada
Core skills — Figma, Web Design Theory, Design Systems

• Learned industry-standard processes for UX design (interviews, testing, wireframing, visuals, etc).

Certificate (Architectural Technology) — George Brown College

Sep 2021 — Apr 2024
Toronto, Canada
Core skills — Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop

• Learned to create 2D/3D models to industry standards, plus architectural theory and building science.

Ontario College Diploma (Computer Programmer) — Humber College

Sep 2012 — Apr 2014
Toronto, Canada
Core skills — Java, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Oracle 11g, Git

• Learned the fundamental principles of software engineering and how to work well in a team.

Volunteering

Singer / Cantor — St. Vincent de Paul Parish (Roncesvalles)

Oct 2024 — Present
Toronto, Canada
Skills — Vocal and choral musicianship, Gregorian chant, Latin language

• Serving my community by reconnecting parishioners with ancient Catholic liturgies and hymns.
• Duties involve singing with the choir at masses, leading chants during communal prayer, etc.

About Me

When I’m away from work, I’m usually playing music (guitar/choir/cello), hanging out at a climbing gym, or being active in church.