# Melody Z. > Software Developer Location: New York, New York, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/melodyz Full-Stack Developer with 2 years of experience building scalable applications. Skilled in backend development with Next.js, Node.js, RESTful APIs, and Azure, alongside front-end expertise in React and JavaScript for responsive, user-centered design. Additionally responsible for project management tasks, coordinating workflows and supporting team progress. Currently pursuing Azure and Google UI/UX Design certifications to deepen technical and design skills. ## Work Experience ### Junior Software Engineer @ ADCO Electrical Corp. Jan 2023 – Present | New York, United States Led the development of a ChangeOrder platform, creating user-centric interfaces with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS to improve project management Developed backend system on Azure using Prisma for modeling, enhanced clean data integration. Utilized Node.js for efficient server-side logic and REST APIs for streamlined data and storage in JSON, boosting platform efficiency and scalability. Leveraged Material UI and React hooks to develop dynamic web applications, ensuring an intuitive UX and real-time data management. ### Intern @ ICPC - International Collegiate Programming Contest Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Remote Create a system to analyze existing educational programs in counties targeted for a pilot program. Analyze the existing scope and sequence for the following school districts in 9th-12th grades in counties to determine levels of exposure. Summarize findings for each of the counties ### Investment Banking & Asset Management Intern @ Bright Network Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 Executed a multidisciplinary group project evaluating the paradigm shift towards remote work. Successfully utilized teamwork, strategic thinking, and digital collaboration tools to illustrate the benefits such as cost reduction, workforce well-being, and access to a larger talent pool. Independently undertook an in-depth financial analysis assignment under the guidance of Jan Patrick Hensel, an Investment Banking Analyst at UBS. This project challenged my skills in financial modeling, business valuation, and strategic analysis while investigating Ralph Lauren's potential acquisition of Hugo Boss AG at EUR 123.66 per share. Crafted a succinct one-page valuation summary incorporating my findings from the discounted cash flow (DCF) model, precedent transaction analysis, and trading comparable analysis. This task required proficiency in financial analysis, data synthesis, and concise business writing. Contributed strategic recommendations for the Board of Directors, examining key factors such as shareholder considerations, potential funding strategies, and areas for further due diligence. This advisory role demonstrated my ability to provide strategic insights and decision-making support at the executive level. Consistently participated in professional development sessions, utilizing my proactive learning and networking skills to gain industry insights and forge professional connections. ### Frontend Developer @ The Beryl Consulting Group LLC Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 Develop dashboard and customer platform using tools React. Use software to produce meaningful reports when required. Adapt the latest technologies in Data Science such as ChatGPT for legal and financial industries. Work together with a team of dedicated experts with the goal of building highly productive and complex pipelines for the Project. Effectively communicate and present to Beryl management your process and results. ### Calculus II Undergraduate Teaching Assistant @ College of the Holy Cross Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Worcester, Massachusetts, United States Cooperated with other TAs and coached daily office hours to assist students in calculus assignments Advised 3 freshman students individually in Spring 2020, helping them develop interest in mathematics Represented math department and hosted information session to new students on degree exploration ## Education ### Bachelor of Science - BS in Computer Science Columbia University Jan 2020 – Jan 2023 ### Visiting Undergraduate (Arts) in Mathematics University of St Andrews Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 ### Bachelor of Arts - BA in Mathematics College of the Holy Cross Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/melody1-zhao --- Source: https://flows.cv/melodyz JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/melodyz/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-01