Cody Spate

Software Engineer

Hi! I'm a software engineer with a passion for crafting innovative solutions, especially in the financial technology space. With over eight years of experience, I've honed my skills in full-stack development, cloud infrastructure, and architectural design, consistently delivering robust and scalable systems that meet real-world needs.

I believe in the power of collaboration and thrive in team environments where knowledge-sharing and mutual support are valued. I'm always eager to mentor and learn from my colleagues, fostering an environment of continuous growth and improvement.

I'm a naturally curious problem-solver who enjoys tackling complex challenges and finding creative solutions. I'm confident that my adaptability, technical expertise, and passion for technology can make a significant contribution to your team.

I'm excited to explore how my skills and experience can align with your company's goals. Let's connect and discuss the possibilities!

You can find me on LinkedIn.

Highlights

  • Technical Leadership: 8+ years of experience leading software engineering teams, specializing in financial technology and lending platforms.
  • Financial Systems Expertise: Proven ability to design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable financial systems, with a focus on full-stack development, cloud infrastructure (AWS), and architectural design.
  • Team Building & Mentorship: Successfully built and mentored high-performing engineering teams, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
  • Customer-Centric Solutions: Consistently delivered exceptional customer experiences by collaborating closely with product, design, and other engineering teams to streamline lending processes and improve financial operations.
  • Innovation & Impact:
    • Led the development of a new funding platform at GoodLeap, streamlining loan origination and disbursement processes.
    • Designed and built a data mesh-like system at GoodLeap, democratizing data access and empowering data-driven decisions.
    • Developed Confluent's stream-sharing capability, a valuable new product feature.
    • Developed a paid online training course platform at LearnSkin, generating revenue and expanding the company's reach.