Aulona Avdyli

Experienced Software Developer with 5+ years in building backend systems using Java and Spring Boot. Skilled in designing REST APIs, working with PostgreSQL databases, and developing microservices. Comfortable with CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployments.

Experienced in solving production issues and delivering clean, maintainable code. Alongside my backend experience, my MSc in Web and Mobile Development has provided hands-on exposure to full-stack development and modern web application architectures. Experienced working with cloud-native architectures (GCP, adaptable to Azure) and integrating AI-assisted tools such as Claude and Cursor into daily development workflows to accelerate delivery and improve code quality.

Java Developer - LinkplusIT

(2020-01)

Worked on a fintech platform handling high-volume international money transfers for millions of users across Central America and Asia Pacific, focusing on backend development using Java and Spring Boot, building scalable REST APIs and improving overall system performance

• Integrated third-party APIs for international money transfer services, enabling secure and reliable sending and receiving of funds across regions
• Improved platform performance by updating SQL queries and database structure to handle heavy loads
• Contributed to onboarding new partners by supporting integration and fixing related issues
• Led production incident resolution, especially out of hours, to fix problems quickly and reduce downtime
• Wrote and maintained SQL scripts for internal reports used by partners like Huawei and Moneygram
• Participated in code reviews and ensured coding standards were followed
• Mentored junior developers and helped them get up to speed

Java Developer - LinkplusIT

(2021-02 - 2022-02)

Worked on a flight reservation platform offering core features like flight search, booking, payment processing, and user management, focusing on building a reliable and fast backend with a clean, user-friendly API

• Developed core backend modules for booking and flight management
• Created search endpoints allowing users to find flights based on flexible parameters such as date and destination
• Implemented reservation logic with dynamic pricing based on time, seat class, and passenger count

Java Developer - LinkplusIT

(2021-05 - 2022-01)

Built a backend service for a social media automation tool that scheduled and managed video uploads using YouTube and Facebook APIs, handling video syncing and copyright safe distribution through automated processes

• Developed REST endpoints to automate the process of fetching videos from YouTube and posting them to Facebook
• Implemented schedulers to run tasks at specific times for automated uploads
• Ensured compliance with platform policies and copyright rules during video transfers

Java Developer - LinkplusIT

(2020-03 - 2021-05)

Built and maintained a web-based event planning application that helped users manage weddings and other events, including real-time availability tracking, vendor coordination, guest list management, and payments

• Added and supported features like venue booking, vendor tracking, and guest list management
• Designed REST APIs with Spring Boot to deliver a smooth and intuitive user experience
• Worked closely with teammates to maintain code quality and ensure the app stayed secure and up-to-date
• Provided technical support and fixed issues raised by users in production

MSc - Web and Mobile Development - University of York, Europe Campus City College, Thessaloniki, Greece (2024-10 - 2026-03)

BSc - Computer Science and Engineering - UBT-Higher Education Institution, Prishtina, Kosovo (2017-10 - 2021-03)