# John Z.

> Software Engineer @ Microsoft

Location: Buffalo, New York, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/johnz

Creative, detail-oriented, software engineer based in Buffalo, NY.  I have a deep interest in AI and a proven track record of creating and implementing successful front and back end web applications and APIs. Looking to bring my skills to a tech company with global reach.

Tools and technologies I use: React, Node, MongoDB, Express, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL, PostgreSQL, OOP, Web Accessibility, REST APIs, Node.JS, git, AWS, Azure, Rust, Go, Kubernetes, Docker, C#

## Work Experience
### Software Engineer @ Microsoft
Jan 2024 – Present

### Full-stack Developer @ lowKey Consulting
Jan 2020 – Present
❏ Created full stack web applications and static websites for different clients across small and medium size businesses. Also, consulted on SEO and social media strategy. Clients included: 
   ❏ CDoering Photography
   ❏ Alison Lesakowski 
   ❏ Mark’s Landscaping

### Software Engineer @ Microsoft Leap
Jan 2024 – Jan 2024

### Software Engineer @ Next Chapter
Jan 2023 – Jan 2024

### Software Engineer @ 100Devs
Jan 2022 – Jan 2024
❏ Collaborated with teams of developers to design and build responsive full stack web applications using agile best practices
❏ Built 50+ semantically structured and responsive full stack web applications for mobile and desktop devices
❏ Maintained detailed documentation and git history for all projects and used Github in a team environment 
❏ Finished 1000+ coding challenges

### Chemical Dependency Counselor @ Catholic Health
Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 | Buffalo, New York, United States
I have had the privilege of working with a diverse population of individuals struggling with addiction. Throughout my tenure, my main priority has been to provide my clients with unconditional positive regard, making them feel seen, heard, and valued. Using a combination of motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices, I have helped my clients develop the skills and tools they need to overcome their addiction and build a fulfilling life in recovery. Additionally, I place great importance on maintaining a treatment plan that is relevant to each individual's needs, adjusting it as necessary to ensure that my clients receive the best possible care and support on their journey toward lasting recovery.


## Education
### Software Engineering
Hack Reactor
Jan 2023 – Jan 2023

### Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS in Environmental Science
Niagara County Community College
Jan 2008 – Jan 2010


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/johnaius
- Website: https://johnaius.netlify.app/
- GitHub: https://github.com/Johnaius
- Website: https://twitter.com/johnaius

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Last updated: 2026-04-01