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Hello, My name is

Taha Yazdaniniaki

Engineering Manager

I am an experienced leader responsible for overseeing software development teams and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software products.

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Biography

As a seasoned Software Engineering Manager with a robust 15-year career in the tech industry, I specialize in leading high-performing teams to deliver innovative and scalable solutions. My passion lies in combining technical expertise with strategic vision to drive the successful development and delivery of software projects.Throughout my career, I've been dedicated to fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture that not only meets but exceeds organizational goals. Let's connect to explore how my leadership and technical proficiency can contribute to your team's success in the ever-evolving landscape of software engineering.

What I Do?

Leadership

As a software development manager, I possess exceptional leadership skills that inspire and guide my team towards achieving project success. I effectively communicate vision, set clear goals, and empower individuals to excel in their roles.

Technical Expertise

I provide valuable insightsand make informed decisions while guiding my team through complex challenges. With a deep understanding of software technologies and industry best practices, I ensure successful project execution.

Problem Solving

As a software development manager, I excel in problem-solving, utilizing my analytical thinking and expertise to identify and resolve complex technical issues. My ability to find efficient solutions ensures smooth project execution and team success.

Experience.

Engineering Manager

Vancouver

May 2022 - Present

Full Time

Skills:

REST APIs
.NET Core
Microsoft Azure
Continuous Integration(CI)
Continuous Delivery(CD)
Octopus
Microservices
Angular
TypeScript
GraphQL
Azure B2C
Azure Functions
People Management
Coaching
TELUS Health | TELUS Santé
Leading and managing a team of software engineers responsible for developing and maintaining the new version of Admin portal using edge of technologies such as Microservices architecture, Microsoft Azure, .NET Core6.
  • Migrate monolith application to Microservice architect (Serverless cloud solutions).
  • Build CI-CD pile-line using Azure Dev-Ops, Octopus and Open-Shift, automating release process.
  • Guide the team in architectural decisions, ensuring the application's design adheres to best practices, security standards, and performance optimizations on Azure.
  • Actively participate in customer engagement and feedback sessions, identifying pain points and incorporating customer needs into the product development process.

Key Technologies:

.Net core 6.0, Task, TypeScript, Angular15, JavaScript, Web API, SQL Server, EF, Azure DevOps, RESTful, Kendo UI, Octopus, Agile, Log4Net, Serilog, Microsoft Azure, Microservices, RabbitMQ, Kibana, Powershell, Azure service bus, Azure function, Azure Key Vault, Sendgrid, Tyk,, Azure API Management, Redis, Serverless Architecture, Graphql, Micro front-end, Kafka, AKS, Docker, Open-Shift, Azure monitoring, Azure B2C, Hot Chocolate, AAD.
Manager of Software Development & Professional Services

Vancouver

Jun 2021 - May 2022

Full Time

Skills:

.NET Core
Microsoft Azure
Microservices
Angular
Azure B2C
Leadership
People Management
Teamwork
Coaching
Advising People
C#
Advising People
SaaSberry Innovation Laboratories Ltd.
Working on edge of technology SaaS products - modern Microservices architecture and managing mid-size off-shore team are my main responsibilities here at SaaSberry.
  • Microservice Solution architect (Serverless cloud solutions).
  • hands-on experience designing distributed systems.
  • Build CI-CD pile-line using Azure Dev-Ops, Octopus, Docker and AKS.
  • Build live video app using Twilio video service.

Key Technologies:

.Net 5, .Net core 5.0, C#, Multithreading, Task, XML, TypeScript, Angular15, JavaScript, Web API, SQL Server, EF, Azure DevOps, RESTful, Kendo UI, Octopus, Agile, Log4Net, Splunk, Microsoft Azure, Microservices, MSMQ, RabbitMQ, Kibana, Powershell, Azure service bus, Azure function, Azure Key Vault, Sendgrid, Twilio, Bambora, Elavon, Ocelot, Redis, Serverless, Graphql, Micro front-end, Kafka, AKS, Docker, Azure B2C, AAD.
Software Development Manager

Toronto

Jul 2019 - Jun 2021

Full Time

Skills:

Microsoft Azure
Continuous Integration(CI)
Continuous Delivery(/CD)
Microservices
Leadership
People Management
Teamwork
C#
AngularJS
Emotional Intelligence
LifeWorks (acquired by TELUS Health)
As a hands-on Software Development Manager, working on an enterprise HR solution, maintaining and supporting our large clients as well as managing mid-size team.
  • Implementing web-based HR portals using modern technologies such as ASP.MVC, Web API and Angular2+.
  • Using DevOps tool such as Azure DevOps, Octopus to have CD-CI pipeline and automating build process.
  • R&D on new technologies and tools in different aspects such as logging, release management, code quality and security.

Key Technologies:

.Net 4.5, C#, Multithreading, Task, XML, HTML, CSS, TypeScript, Angular(js), JavaScript, Web API, SQL Server, EF, NHibernate, Azure DevOps, TeamCity, RESTful, Kendo UI, Octopus, Agile, Log4Net, Splunk, ASP.MVC, Microsoft Azure, JSON, .Net Core, Microservices, MSMQ, RabbitMQ, Kibana, Sonarqube, Kofax, Sitefinity, CRM, Proxy, Powershell.
Senior Development Team Lead

Toronto

Oct 2017 - Jul 2019

Full Time

Skills:

ASP.NET MVC
Web Services
Continuous Integration(CI)
Continuous Delivery(CD)
Octopus
C#
WPF
Leadership
Teamwork
ICF Next
As a hands-on Development Team Lead, working on a consulting company dealing with different projects such as OESP (Ontario Electricity Support Program) OLG and Boston Pizza as well as managing small-size team (both off and on shore).
  • Used different modern technologies such as .Net core, Web API, Angular 2+, Microsoft Azure.
  • Used DevOps tools such as Azure DevOps, Octopus and Bamboo to have our CD-CI pipeline, end to end testing, running test cases and automating our build process.
  • Design and developed email delivery system using SendGrid.

Key Technologies:

.Net 4.5, C#, VB, Multithreading, Task, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Web API, SQL Server, EF, Azure DevOps, TFS build server, RESTful, Telerik, Kendo UI, Octopus, Agile, Jira, Tableau, Log4Net, Splunk, ASP.MVC, ASP.Net, SFMC, Bitbucket, Bamboo, Unit Test, SendGrid, Microsoft Azure, JSON, Azure Function (Durable), .Net Core, Microservices.
Senior Full Stack Developer

Toronto

Oct 2015 - Oct 2017

Full Time

Skills:

Azure SQL
Azure Service Fabric
Azure Service Bus
ASP.NET MVC
Microsoft Azure
Azure Functions
C#
AngularJS
Microsoft SQL Server
PowerHub: Simplifying Asset Management
As Senior Full Stack Developer, working on a back-office cloud-based Asset Management solution designed to help renewable energy asset owners to manage their product.
  • Developed the web-based app using Web API(C#), Angular.js and Microsoft Azure.
  • Developed data extraction and workflow service using Microsoft Azure.
  • Developed Rule engine using JS.net.

Key Technologies:

.Net 4.5, C#, Multithreading, Task, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular.js, Web API, SQL Server, SQL Azure, Batch service, EF, Azure DevOps, RESTful, Stimulsoft, Telerik, Microsoft Azure, Blob storage, Scrum, JS.Net, JSON, Azure Function.
Senior Software Developer

Tehran

Sep 2014 - Sep 2015

Full Time

Skills:

SOAP
Web Services
Leadership
C#
WPF
AngularJS
Java
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Caspco
As Senior Software developer, working on a Core Banking system, multi-server, multi-process, highly SOA (Service-Oriented Architecture) application.
  • Developed Lotus application using Java, WCF, WPF.
  • Designed and implemented test suit application with C# and WPF.
  • Implemented CRM web-based application using Java, Rest service, Angular.js.

Key Technologies:

.Net 4.5, C#, WPF, Multithreading, Task, Java, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular.js, ASP.MVC, ASP Web API, Jira, Sonar, SQL Server, EF, SVN, TFS, WCF, REST service, IIS, Stimulsoft.
Software Developer

Tehran

Jan 2013 - Sep 2014

Full Time

Skills:

Windows Workflow Foundation(WF)
ASP.NET MVC
C#
LINQ
.NET
WPF
Silverlight
AngularJS
Visual Basic
.NET(VB.NET)
Tazarv Afzar Co.
As Senior Software Developer, working on the core system and web application of enterprise BPMS application (business Process Management Suite).
  • Designed and developed form generator and Workflow application using WF and WPF.
  • Developed Task manager application using Silverlight.
  • Developed Report generator using Stimulsoft.
  • Integrated the application with the social medias (Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn) using APIs.

Key Technologies:

.Net 4.0, BPMS, C#, WPF, Silverlight, WF, MVVM, Prism, WCF, Full-Duplex, MSMQ, EF, RUP, SQL Server, LINQ, XML, XAML, HTML, IIS7, Telerik, Stimulsoft, Expression blend.

Education.

  • 2008 - 2010
    Bsc. in Software Engineering

    Azad University in Sari, Iran

  • 2006 - 2008
    Associate in Software Engineering

    Tabarestan University in Chalus, Iran

Latest Blog.

blog post
29/FEB/2022 - BY Taha
Three Mind-Blowing Reasons for Being a Manager of Software Development.
blog post
01/JAN/2022 - BY Taha
Five Crucial Factors that can Contribute to a Successful Career as a Senior Development Team Lead.

Get in touch

Always available for freelancing if the right project comes along, Feel free to contact me.

  • LA, California, United States
  • tahayazdaniniaki@gmail.com