Aleksandar Smiljanic

Aleksandar Smiljanic

Zagreb, Croatia
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Aleksandar Smiljanic

Aleksandar Smiljanic

Zagreb, Croatia
Member since May 11, 2014
Aleksandar is an experienced Java and JavaScript developer, system architect, and team lead. He has a lengthy track record of delivering high quality solutions in complex enterprise environments. He emphasizes processes and best practices, including Agile, lean, continuous integration, TDD, and code reviewing.
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Portfolio
Experience
  • Java, 15 years
  • JavaScript, 7 years
  • AngularJS, 2 years
  • Agile Software Development, 5 years
  • Database Design, 15 years
  • RESTful Web Services, 4 years
  • Ruby on Rails, 1 year
  • Node.js, 2 years
Zagreb, Croatia
Availability
Part-time
Preferred Environment
WebStorm, Git, Yeoman
The most amazing...
...thing I've created is a HR application with dynamically generated forms and DSL allowing consultants to deliver custom solutions without writing code.
Employment
  • Full-stack JavaScript Developer
    IndustryHub (via Toptal)
    2014 - PRESENT
    • Set up the architecture for the project and system development.
    • Implemented 2 AngularJS applications (main and administration).
    • Implemented the REST API on Node.js.
    • Set up the build and Heroku deployment.
    • Set up supporting services/infrastructure: Mandrill, MailChimp, Papertrail, SSL, Google Analytics, Mixpanel, and more.
    Technologies: JavaScript, MongoDB, Express.js, AngularJS, Node.js
  • JavaScript Developer - Full-stack
    EMnify (via Toptal)
    2014 - 2014
    • Set up the architecture for EMnify administration application.
    • Defined and tooled a RESTful API for documentation generation.
    • Developed a seed front-end project based on AngularJS, REST Angular, Karma, and Protractor.
    • Developed a seed mock/sandbox back-end based on Node.js/Express.
    Technologies: JavaScript, AngularJS, Node.js, Express, Restangular, Karma, Protractor, Apiary.io, API Blueprint
  • CEO
    SmartRM
    2011 - 2014
    • Managed the company and product requirements.
    • Defined the system architecture and APIs. Built Win and Mac clients from the same code base.
    • Defined development, release, and deployment workflows and a continuous integration environment.
    • Developed the product/company website.
    • Developed several application components, both front-end and back-end.
    • Assisted team members in troubleshooting.
    Technologies: Java, C++, Qt, Ruby on Rails, Spring, MuleESB
  • Co-founder
    Sinapsi
    1996 - 2011
    • Co-founded and managed the company and its Croatian branch.
    • Handled client-facing tasks, from requirement gathering to delivery.
    • Managed the team. Defined best practices and processes.
    • Defined system architectures and performed software selection.
    • Handled project management, planning, and issue tracking.
    • Developed critical project components, mainly in Java.
    • Designed databases for developed applications.
    • Worked on various projects, mainly in banking, pharmaceutical industries, logistics, and eCommerce.
    Technologies: Java, Oracle, Spring, Hibernate, Struts, Maven, Jenkins
  • Developer, Team Lead
    Novartis (via Sinapsi)
    2007 - 2009
    • Developed several intranet application for a pharmaceutical client.
    • Developed an application for CRA (Clinical Research Assistant) monitoring.
    • Developed an application for event / congress management. Implemented it as a cross-business unit application that formalized an otherwise unstructured process.
    • Developed a BPM application for the approval process of promotional materials (i.e. brochures).
    • Managed the team and client-facing tasks.
    Technologies: Java, Struts, Hibernate, jBPM, Interwoven, Confluence, WebLogic
  • Team Lead, Developer
    Data Management (via Sinapsi)
    2002 - 2005
    • Ported 3 portfolio products for a software vendor specializing in HR solutions from C++/Visual Basic/Cobol to a web/Java platform.
    • Developed and ported a traveling expenses management application.
    • Developed and ported a HR resource management application.
    • Developed and ported an annual tax declaration application.
    • Developed parsers and executors for custom queries and DSL languages.
    • Managed team and client-facing tasks.
    Technologies: Java, Hibernate, Struts, JSP
  • Developer
    Previous Employments
    1988 - 1996
    • Developed a RAD framework and accounting application based on the framework for Emporion (1994-1996, C++, Win32).
    • Developing an expert system for oil plant diagnostics and image and signal processing for Agip/ENI Expert Systems Lab (1992-1994, Lisp, Kee, G2, C).
    • Worked in CEFRIEL's AI Lab on a research grant (1991-1992, Lisp, Kee).
    • Developed and commissioned an automation system for R. Koncar, a steel rolling mill plant (1988-1990, ABB Process control systems).
    Technologies: C++, Win32, Lisp, Kee, G2, C, ABB Process control systems
Experience
  • IndustryHub (Development)
    https://www.industryhub.com/

    Real estate professionals continue to rely on word-of-mouth to amass insight on the experience and reputation of consultants. IndustryHub is revolutionizing the means by which developers source new consultants by providing an international platform for this peer-to-peer connectivity; a Google for real estate.

    Application is developed on JavaScript fullstack and deployed on Heroku.

  • SmartRM (Development)

    SmartRM is a document level security solution. It permits the user to protect files, send them, and keep control of who can use the files and under which conditions. The files are encrypted and the keys are sent to the SmartRM server. Users opening the file have to identify themselves, and will obtain the decryption key only if the correct grant was given by the owner. SmartRM is a 4 component system, with Win and Mac native clients (C++/Qt), a web administration console (Ruby on Rails), and identity and key servers (Java/Spring/Mule).

  • LaFeltrinelli (Development)
    http://www.lafeltrinelli.it/

    LaFeltrinelli is a major Italian bookstore chain for which we developed a custom eCommerce site from the ground up based on Magnolia CMS, Spring, and Hibernate. The site has complex back-end integration with payment systems, logistics, accounting / invoicing, CRM, and loyalty sub-systems. The site was built by a team of 15 in only 6 months. My team developed the shopping cart, checkout, and payment gateway integration, as well as integration with logistics and accounting systems.

  • BPM Web Application (Development)

    I developed an application for a major pharmaceutical company that formalizes the approval process for promotional materials. In Europe, pharmaceutical promotional materials are heavily regulated and have to pass several approval steps, from internal marketing and legal departments to authority deposit and approval. The whole process has to be traceable and available for internal or external audit at any time. The application was developed in Java/Struts/Hibernate and based on the jBPM OSS BPM engine. After a successful launch, two other departments adopted the application for their approval processes.

  • HR Application For Tax Filing (Development)

    A web application that Italian companies use for tax filing on behalf of their employees. It implemented a 300 page specification process mandated by the fiscal authority by importing from the previous year's filings, editing, and transmitting to the authority. The application was developed in Java/Struts/Hibernate in 5 months.

  • Toptal Mentor
    Aleksandar is a mentor in the Toptal Global Mentor’s Program. This program is a partnership between Toptal and General Assembly to provide high quality mentorship for students from minority and low income backgrounds who are looking to begin their careers as professional software engineers. Aleksandar shows commitment to diversity in tech by mentoring a General Assembly student every week for a year, covering everything from coding tips and tricks to advice on making it in the industry.
Skills
  • Languages
    JavaScript, Java, C/C++, Visual Basic, Ruby, Perl
  • Frameworks
    AngularJS, Protractor, Spring, Hibernate, Ruby on Rails, Karma, Apache Struts 2, jBPM, Stripes
  • Paradigms
    Object-oriented Programming (OOP), Agile Software Development, MVC, Object-oriented Design (OOD), Scrum
  • Misc
    RESTful Web Services, Database Design
  • Libraries/APIs
    Restangular, Node.js
  • Tools
    Trello, Eclipse, SVN, Git, JIRA, Apache Tomcat, Apache, Gradle, Maven
  • Platforms
    Linux
  • Storage
    PostgreSQL, Oracle, MS SQL
Education
  • Master's degree in Computer Science (Expert Systems)
    CEFRIEL - Milano, Italy
    1990 - 1991
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
    University of Zagreb - Zagreb, Croatia
    1983 - 1988
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