FULL-STACK DEVELOPER / AI/ML SOLUTIONS | DEVOPS

I architect intelligent systems with a unique perspective: a designer's eye for experience, an engineer's rigor for structure, and an obsession with finishing what I start—down to the last pixel and performance metric. The result is software that doesn't just function—it feels right, scales gracefully, and is delivered completely, ready for impact.

Education

• Diploma in Software Development — Red Deer Polytechnic (2022–2023) Modern full-stack development, cloud architecture, scalable systems
• B.Sc. in Information Technology — Philippines (2006–2010) Core systems design, infrastructure, and foundational computing principles

Experience I began my career in the Philippines as a software developer, building a foundation in systems thinking that I carry forward today. As a Filipino-Canadian developer with over 10 years of experience, I've since built production systems across multiple industries—from SaaS startups to enterprise platforms. My work spans full-stack development, AI/ML implementation, and DevOps architecture, combining hands-on engineering with practical business understanding.

This cross-cultural, technically diverse background allows me to contribute not only as a developer, but as someone who understands how systems, teams, and products evolve across different markets and scales.

1. Design with Intent I start by understanding users, workflows, and constraints, then shape systems that are simple, coherent, and easy to extend.

2. Engineer for Longevity Architecture, performance, and integrations are considered early. AI is introduced thoughtfully, with flexibility to evolve as models and tools advance.

3. Deliver with Obsessive Care Work is tested, documented, and refined so what ships is stable, maintainable, and ready for real-world use. I don't stop at "it works"—I polish until it feels inevitable.

4. Deploy with Confidence I build, deploy, and maintain the infrastructure too—from container orchestration to production monitoring. Every project is engineered to scale reliably from day one.

• Built and deployed multiple production applications with a focus on reliability and scalability.
• Trained and deployed specialized AI models on HuggingFace, achieving a 95% routing accuracy for the Swordfish AI Trio.
• Architected and implemented a RAG-powered chatbot platform with full vector database integration and knowledge base management.
• Designed and deployed production-ready Kubernetes infrastructure to host and orchestrate containerized microservices.
• Developed a comprehensive enterprise security platform with automated OWASP compliance scanning and reporting.
• Created a full-stack AI model training platform that supports LoRA fine-tuning and model lifecycle management.

• Building production-grade SaaS applications with thoughtful AI integration
• Developing robust RAG systems and fine-tuning pipelines for specialized AI models
• Architecting and optimizing cloud-native infrastructure on Kubernetes
• Implementing security-first development practices across all projects
• Creating intelligent analytics and automation systems to enhance workflows

Full-Stack Development

• Vue.js, React, JavaScript (ES6+)
• Python Flask, FastAPI, RESTful APIs
• PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, Redis
• Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD

AI/ML Engineering

• RAG Systems (LangChain, ChromaDB)
• LLM Fine-tuning (LoRA, QLoRA, PEFT)
• Vector Databases & Embeddings
• OpenAI, Anthropic, HuggingFace APIs

Cloud & DevOps

• AWS EC2, Hetzner Cloud
• Kubernetes (k3s), Docker
• GitHub Actions, Nginx
• Cloudflare CDN, SSL/TLS

Beyond just building applications, I architect and manage the deployment environment. My projects run on a custom Kubernetes cluster (k3s) with:

• Cloudflare CDN for global performance & security
• Automated CI/CD pipelines for zero-downtime deployments
• Multi-replica, auto-healing service architecture
• Enterprise-grade monitoring and logging

Curious about the infrastructure details? I break down the full setup in my portfolio.

I'm flexible and dynamic—working seamlessly both within teams and on self-directed projects. I adapt quickly to what each situation needs, taking ownership, driving momentum, and aligning with shared goals.

I focus on reducing friction wherever I can: streamlining workflows, fortifying systems, and building tools that accelerate development and improve reliability. When opportunities arise, I contribute strategic ideas to enhance products—including thoughtful, practical AI integration.

My goal is to deliver exceptional work while making the codebase cleaner, more resilient, and easier to build upon than when I started.

When we work together, you can expect systems that are:

• Built to be reliable from day one
• Designed with clear, intuitive user experiences
• Engineered to adapt as needs and technologies change
• Delivered with thorough documentation and maintenance in mind

This balance of thoughtful engineering and practical AI integration helps teams build with confidence for the long term.

I work best with teams who value clarity, initiative, and long-term thinking.
If you're looking for someone who delivers features and improves how your team builds—let's connect.

• Portfolio: janisrael.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jan-francis-israel
• Email: janfrancisisrael@gmail.com
• HuggingFace: huggingface.co/swordfish7412
• Phone: +1 (403) 307-4402

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Toolkit Creative: UX Flow • Systems Thinking • Experience Design
Technical: Python • Vue / React • AWS/Hetzner • Docker/Kubernetes • CI/CD
AI/ML: LLMs • RAG • Fine-Tuning • Intelligent Automation

Open to opportunities in Full-Stack Development, AI/ML Engineering, and Cloud Architecture roles.

Last updated: January 2025