Hi, I'm Richelle Pereira

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Curious problem-solver and tech enthusiast. I'm passionate about backend development, automation, DevOps, and creating tools that simplify work, always eager to tackle tricky technical challenges and improve workflows.

About

I am a 4th year Computer Engineering Student at University of Toronto. I love transforming complex technical challenges into simple, elegant solutions that make a real impact. As a backend engineer with hands-on experience in several languages (i.e. Python, C++, NodeJS, Java, etc.), and cloud technologies. I specialize in building scalable systems, APIs, and automated workflows. I thrive on optimizing processes, streamlining deployments, and exploring ways to make teams more efficient. Outside of work, I'm a curious explorer—I enjoy painting, reading, and spending time outdoors. I love discovering new perspectives, learning continuously, and turning curiosity into creative ideas. I'm always excited to connect with fellow engineers, collaborate on innovative projects, and exchange ideas that push technology forward.

  • Languages: Python, Java, JavaScript, C, C++, HTML/CSS, NodeJS
  • Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL
  • Frameworks: Flask, Feathers, Spring Boot, Express.js, FastAPI, MVC, Microservices
  • Tools & Technologies: Git, Docker, Azure, Postman, Kubernetes, Jenkins, JIRA

Experience

Software Developer
  • Created full API documentation for a fraud detection app (Express-NodeJS, Feathers framework) monitoring 65,000+ Concur expense transactions/month, improving team efficiency by 30%.
  • Assisted in developing Java-based integration with a CLM (Contract Life-cycle Management) tool to streamline and automate business processes.
  • Built and tested features including automated email alerts and dashboard activity notifications, boosting fraud response speed. Designed email templates and created logic for clearer communication and improved user experience.
  • Helped develop process-unity -data integration tool that automatically fetches and displays external data, saving 10+ hours of manual work monthly.
  • Tools: Java, MySQL, NodeJS, Postman, Git
May 2025 - August 2025 | Toronto, ON
Software Developer
  • Integrated firewall management and security monitoring systems into a unified platform, streamlining risk assessments and firewall rule requests.
  • Integrated firewall management and security monitoring systems into a unified platform, streamlining risk assessments and firewall rule requests.
  • Implemented Python data structures to resolve and verify source-destination requests, and efficiently mapped firewalls within its path in seconds.
  • Tools: Python, REST API, OCP, Git, Helios
May 2024 - August 2024 | Toronto, ON
Software Developer
  • Developed a Python GitHub bot with third-party integrations (e.g., NetSkope) to automate FQDN evaluations for enterprise risk management and compliance, using regex and security scores.
  • Engineered a Jenkins pipeline with automated functionality, effortlessly integrating newly introduced Fully Qualified Domain Names (FQDNs) into NetSkope's system.
  • Engaged in an internal Case Competition focused on solution design aimed at enhancing efficiency and automation within the organization. Additionally, contributed to the Battle Snake Competition, employing diverse algorithms such as color-fill, Dijkstra's, and minimax to program and optimize snake behavior.
  • Tools: Python, Jenkins, REST API, VMware, Helios
September 2023 - December 2023 | Toronto, ON
Systems Engineering Intern
  • Developed automation using Ansible to install AIMS-ISR mission system software on aircraft, leveraging infrastructure-as-code principles for streamlined configuration.
  • Set up build environments in Proxmox and LXC containers to test configurations, using Bitbucket for version control, and integrating Jira and Confluence to manage the build system and documentation in an Agile workflow.
  • Reduced the installation and setup time from 2-3 hrs to half hour with performance testing on physical systems.
  • Tools: Ansible, Proxmox, LXC, Bitbucket, Yaml Scripting, Powershell Scripting
May 2023 - August 2023 | Halifax, NS
Explorer (BPM) Intern
  • Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Azure through certifications in Azure, Azure AI, and Azure Data Fundamentals.
  • Designed solutions involving effective cost tracking, governance, cloud migration for companies while ensuring that company's long and short-term goals and commitments are met.
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Azure to solve complex business problems using Azure resources of Active Directory (IAMs, RBACs), virtual machines (VMs), databases (SQL, Cosmos DB) and virtual networks (Vnets).
  • Tools: Azure, Cloud Computing, Azure Data, Azure AI
May 2022 - August 2022 | Toronto, ON

Projects

Recent Projects:

Skills

Languages and Databases

Python
Java
JavaScript
MySQL
PostgreSQL
Shell Scripting
C
C++
NodeJS

Frameworks

Flask
FeathersJS
Spring Boot
Express.js
FAST API
TensorFlow
PyTorch

Tools & Technologies

Git
Azure
Ansible
Docker
Figma
GitHub
Jenkins
Redis
Kubernetes

Education

University of Toronto

Toronto, ON

Expected Graduation: June 2026

Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science (BASC) - Computer Engineering

    Relevant Courseworks:

    • Data Structures and Algorithms
    • Database Management Systems
    • Operating Systems
    • Software Engineering
    • Internetworking

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