Денис

HONCHAR DENYS
Kharkiv, Ukraine | [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) | [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

5+ years of software engineering experience with a strong focus on Java, including:

• Strong development background in Java (Java 8/11/17/21), OOP principles and design patterns,
Servlet API, JSP, JDBC, Apache Maven, Apache Tomcat;

• Experience with MySQL/PostgreSQL, MongoDB;

• Experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate;

• Hands-on production experience with AEM and Hybris Backoffice;

• Experience working with both On-Premise and AEM as a Cloud Service, using Headful and
Headless approaches;

• Solid understanding of the AEM technology stack: OSGi, Apache Sling, JCR, Universal Editor;
experience developing AEM components using Sling Models and HTL (Sightly);

• Experience building and operating microservices;

• Solid experience with RESTful architecture and API design;

• Experience with AWS and GCP;

• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins);

• Unit testing (JUnit);

• Familiarity with Docker;

• Basic knowledge of: React, JavaScript, Python, C++.

• Proficient in Agile methodologies with strong practical experience in Scrum and Kanban;

• Strong experience with Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Workfront.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in distributed and remote teams;

• Proven experience owning and defending technical and architectural solutions in discussions with
clients and stakeholders;

• Team-oriented engineer with a collaborative mindset and strong problem-solving skills;

• Detail-oriented and enthusiastic software engineer, focused on delivering high-quality,
maintainable code throughout the entire software development lifecycle;

• Highly motivated to continuously learn and deepen expertise in Java, and related technologies.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Java (8/11/17/21)
• Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate
• OOP, Design Patterns
• Servlet API, JSP, JDBC
• Apache Maven, Gradle, Tomcat
• Adobe Experience Manager (AEMaaCS, On-Premise), Universal Editor
• AEM Stack: OSGi, Apache Sling, JCR, HTL (Sightly), Sling Models, Servlets
• Headless AEM, Content Fragments, GraphQL
• Hybris Backoffice
• JUnit
• AWS, GCP
• MySQL/PostgreSQL, MongoDB
• CI/CD: Jenkins
• Tools: Bitbucket, Jira, IntelliJ IDEA, CRX, Workfront, SiteImprove, Figma, Postman,
Swagger, Zephyr, Docker
• Agile, Scrum, Kanban

WORK EXPERIENCE

EPAM Systems
Software Engineer (Dec 2022 - Present)
• Java, Spring, AEM
• Project launch, connection of new services.
• Estimation of all tasks for several sprints ahead.
• Participate in discussions of volume/technical issues with business analysts.
• Cooperation and interaction with project teams.
• Creation of new components / editing of existing ones.
• Adding new fields to existing components.
• Creation, addition, editing of I18N keys.
• Manage content for components, content and experience fragments
• Creating content packages for migrating between envs.
• Component and Accessibility Testing
• Developed and maintained components in AEM (Cloud and On-Prem environments).
• Integrated Universal Editor, worked with OSGi, Apache Sling, CRX DE

Junior Software Engineer (Sep 2021 - Dec 2022)
• Java, AEM
• Participated in feature development and maintenance of AEM components

Pre-production Java Student (Mar 2021 - Sep 2021)
• Java
• Completed intensive Java training and contributed to internal tools

Trainee (Nov 2020 - Mar 2021)
• Java
• Underwent training in Java basics and software engineering principles

PROJECT EXPERIENCE

AVIS Budget Group

• Developed using Java, Spring and related technologies, over 10 new components (100+
 editable fields in Universal Editor).
• Integrated external Access Control Tool for AEM and configured initial user access setup.
• Developed custom servlets including MSM extension for live copy, blueprint, and language
copy display.
• Created and managed 500+ new i18n keys.
• Created, edited and migrated content and experience fragments across environments.
• Built content packages for environment migration.
• Led architectural discussions with clients and defended technical solutions.
• Supported onboarding and local setup for new team members

BT Enterprise – SME Ecommerce

• Built and maintained AEM pages using both Headful and Headless approaches.
• Enabled and utilized GraphQL for Headless implementations.
• Configured and managed content in Hybris Backoffice.
• Investigated and resolved component issues (including SiteImprove analysis).
• Participated in CI/CD processes (Jenkins).
• Contributed to release planning and delivery for Tarif Refresh 2022/2023/2024.
• Trained and coordinated a content team (3+ members).
• Managed addition of 200+ devices, 500+ plans, and 50+ Exclusive Extras and Add-ons.
• Collaborated within a cross-functional Agile squad (POs, Architects, QA, DevOps, React,
Flutter).

EDUCATION

• O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv
Master's Degree, Public Management and Administration (2019 - 2020)

• National Aerospace University - 'Kharkiv Aviation Institute'
Bachelor's Degree, Avionics (2015 - 2019)

LANGUAGES

• Ukrainian (native)
• Russian (native)
• English (B2+)