Vlad-Emil Flore
Software Engineer
Profile
- Backend Software Engineer specializing in Java and Python, building scalable, cloud-native applications and modernizing complex legacy systems
- Versatile project experience including greenfield and brownfield initiatives in public sector services, content management systems, and intelligence document processing solutions
- Proven leader in agile development environments, driving team collaboration, ensuring code quality, and meeting project deadlines
Employment History
Independent Software Engineer
Freelancing, Remote (Barcelona)
January 2025 - present
- Designed, developed, and maintained Web APIs (Java and Python), including integration with external services
- Created educational software engineering content focused on Java and the JVM ecosystem, Data Structures and Algorithms
- Designed and implemented LLM- and RAG-based systems for document understanding and question answering
- Built end-to-end machine learning pipelines from data preprocessing to model deployment
Tech Stack:
Java, Spring (Framework, Boot, AI), Python, FastAPI, Django,
PyScript, OpenAPI, Weaviate, PostgreSQL (with pgvector),
Generative AI (LLM, RAG, Agentic Systems), LangChain(4j),
Ollama, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS (EC2, S3, IAM, Lambda, ECR, ECS,
EKS)
Educational Content Creator
Contract, Hyperskill, Remote (Barcelona)
October 2023 — March 2024
- Created and enhanced educational content for the Spring Boot track offered by JetBrains Academy through the Hyperskill platform, contributing to high-quality, hands-on learning experiences for aspiring developers
Tech Stack: Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot
Software Engineer
Employment, ExB Group, Remote (Nürnberg, Barcelona)
March 2021 — November 2024
- Implemented key features in Java and Python within a microservices-based event-driven architecture for a web-based Intelligent Document Processing application
- Designed and developed scalable, decoupled microservices in Java and Python, enhancing system robustness and performance (documents upload, archiving and download, image processing, REST and GraphQL APIs, notifications, AI models deployment)
- Deployed services in a cloud-native environment using Docker and Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and scalability
- Led internal technical workshops focused on clean code principles and improving overall code quality
- Conducted regular code reviews and participated in pair programming to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing
- Advocated for tooling and workflow improvements to streamline the developer experience and reduce friction in daily tasks
Tech Stack: Python, Java, Django, Spring
Framework, Spring Boot, Akka, GraphQL, PostGraphile, PostgreSQL,
EventStoreDB, RabbitMQ, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, Keda, AWS S3,
MinIO, AWS ECR, AWS ECS, AWS EKS, Git, GitLab, TeamCity, Argo
CD, Grafana, AsciiDoc, Antora, Linux, JUnit
Lead Software Developer
Contract, IT-Systemhaus der Bundesagentur für Arbeit, on-site
(Nürnberg)
September 2019 — April 2020
- Served as Lead Developer for one of two agile development teams, guiding technical direction and team collaboration
- Defined and evolved the application's architecture to support scalability and maintainability
- Promoted clean code and consistent development practices to maintain code quality
- Collaboratively decomposed features into manageable tasks, ensuring effective sprint planning and delivery
- Implemented and tested application features across the full stack, maintaining close alignment with business requirements
Tech Stack: Java SE 8, Java EE 7, Angular,
TypeScript, JavaScript, JUnit, Cucumber, Jenkins, Docker, Linux,
Oracle Database, Git
Full Stack Developer
Contract, Bundesamt für Migration und Flüchtlinge (BAMF),
on-site (Nürnberg)
May 2018 — September 2019
- Implemented features across both frontend and backend of a web application
- Improved and maintained project documentation to support developer onboarding and knowledge sharing
- Managed DevOps-related tasks and supported deployment activities to ensure smooth delivery and system stability
Tech Stack: Java SE 8, Spring Framework, Spring
Boot, JUnit, Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript, Ansible, Jenkins,
Docker, Oracle Database, Hibernate, Linux, Git
Software Developer
Contract, IT-Systemhaus der Bundesagentur für Arbeit, on-site
(Nürnberg)
May 2014 — February 2018
- Developed a publishing workflow for web content within Oracle CMS, streamlining the content creation and approval process
- Extended the CMS by implementing custom tools and features to support efficient content management and improve the user experience for content editors
Tech Stack: Oracle WebCenter Content, Java,
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Oracle Database, Linux, CVS, Git
Senior Technical Consultant
Employment, virtual7 GmbH, on-site (Nürnberg)
February 2019 — May 2020
- Delivered software solutions across various client projects as part of agile development teams
- Implemented new features, resolved bugs, and participated in the full SDLC
- Acted as a software consultant, adapting quickly to different domains and tech stacks
Software Developer / Senior Technical Consultant
Employment, virtual7 Romania, on-site (Timișoara)
February 2008 — January 2019
- Delivered software solutions across various client projects as part of agile development teams
- Implemented new features, resolved bugs, and participated in the full SDLC across various client engagements
- Acted as a software consultant, adapting quickly to different domains and tech stacks