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Heng Cher Hiong, Chester

Male Singapore Citizen | chester.heng@gmail.com | 97687850

Summary

Certified Info-comm Technology (ICT) Professional with 15+ years of experience in Frontend Engineering, IT Technical Training, and Software Development, and a proven track record of delivering efficient, user-friendly web applications that meet complex business requirements and result in strong ROI.

Technical and Soft Skills

  • Proficient in JavaScript, TypeScript, React and Redux
  • Adapt quicky to new frontend development tools and technologies
  • Improve quality via testing and performance/security enhancements
  • Adept at working with Agile development methodologies
  • Experience with Git and version control systems
  • Ability to work with large and complex codebases
  • Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Work Experience

GIC Private Limited, Full Stack Software Engineer, Mar 2021 to Apr 2022

  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams for on-time and high-quality project delivery.
  • Designed efficient Wealth Management Dashboard web application, meeting complex business requirements and delivering a strong ROI with future-proof features.
  • Designed and architected data model, logic model, and routing table, resulting in a robust and scalable solution that meets the client's evolving needs.
  • Developed secure and scalable backend REST APIs using NestJS, ensuring the smooth functioning of the application.
  • Improved code quality with unit tests using Jest and React Testing Library and automation tests with Cypress, reducing bugs and downtime.
  • Improved the codebase with clean code methodologies.

Lumiq, Frontend Software Engineer, May 2019 - Sep 2020

  • Designed and developed user-friendly Wealth Management and Admin web applications that met the complex requirements of the clients.
  • Demonstrated React JS expertise by evaluating and selecting the best-fit component libraries and building reusable data grid and chart components that improved the user experience.
  • Implemented seamless integration with backend REST APIs using Axios, ensuring the stability and reliability of the applications.
  • Maintained the quality of the code by writing unit tests using Jest and React Testing Library and automation tests with TestCafe, reducing bugs and downtime.
  • Improved the codebase with clean code methodologies and provided technical documentation, making the applications easier to maintain and understand.
  • Mentored junior developers and provided guidance on best practices for JavaScript, React JS, and Redux, helping them to grow and develop their skills.
  • Optimized web application performance by reducing bundle size, minimizing component render time, and avoiding unneeded re-renders.
  • Improved web application security through regular software and library updates, robust authentication and authorization, and secure coding practices.

Zenika, Consultant, Oct 2018 - Apr 2022

Training Lead

  • Utilized Citrep+ funding to provide advanced React JS training to professionals.
  • Launched new training based on latest technology trends.
  • Created structured training programs for Full-stack engineer, Business Intelligence analyst and Data engineer.

Curriculum Developer

  • Designed training curriculum for Full Stack and Machine Learning Engineer.
  • Updated React JS training material with React Hook and functional components.
  • Curated learning resources for React JS.
  • Translated JavaScript training material from French to English.

Training Instructor

  • Delivered training in Data visualization, Software engineering, Database, Machine learning, and Data warehouse courses for CACIB and received an average evaluation grade of 4.5/5.
  • Conducted React JS training sessions for NetAssist and received an average evaluation grade of 8/9.

Esri Singapore, Web Developer, Technical Trainer, Course Developer, Apr 2016 – Sep 2018

Web Developer

  • Developed Web Widgets with ArcGIS JavaScript and ArcGIS Server REST APIs.
  • Developed, tested, modified, and deployed Web Widgets based on clients' specifications.
  • Mentored junior developers on JavaScript, Python and Web Application Development.

Technical Trainer

  • Setup training equipment and created 13 virtualbox virtual machines.
  • Delivered Development, Geodata, Server, Web and App courses.

Course Developer

  • Developed new training materials for 4 Apps and 2 Development courses.
  • Updated courseware and curated content for 22 Geospatial Technology courses.

Avantus Training, IT Trainer, Course Developer, Apr 2015 – Apr 2016

  • Delivered Courses on Excel VBA, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Outlook and Project.
  • Developed courses on Spreadsheet, Database and Word Processing.

Genetic Computer School, IT Trainer (Freelance), Oct 2014 – Apr 2015

  • Delivered ICDL WSQ Courses on Spreadsheet, Presentation, Image and Web Editing.

Solution Tree Learning Centre, Co-Founder, Oct 2013 – Sep 2014

  • Created online marketing materials and videos, email campaigns and managed student recruitment.
  • Set up and configured the video surveillance system, wireless network, laptops and Mac Mini.
  • Taught primary and secondary Math and Science subjects.
  • Prepared learning material for 'O' and 'N' Level subjects.

Institute of Technical Education, Lecturer / Information Technology, Jul 2005 – Sep 2013

  • Developed projects at ITE-Sun Centre of Technology using J2EE, J2SE, J2ME, C# and Flash.
  • Supervised students for student project development.
  • Leading CCA Clubs included: Diorama / Polymer Clay Club, Media Smart Club and Sun COT Club.
  • Taught networking, programming and multimedia and web development Modules.

Gemplus Technologies Asia Singapore, Software Engineer, Jun 2003 – Jun 2005

  • Provided solutions for worldwide telecommunication operators.
  • Customized telecom card (Native and Java) Operating Systems using C and Java programming language respectively in embedded software environment using Infineon and Raisonance emulator.
  • Experienced in working with a team of developers and validators throughout all stages of the Project Development life cycle.
  • Overseas project attachments to Gemplus France, Gemenos and Gemplus Canada, Quebec.

Education

  • Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Engineering) Second Class Honours (Upper), Nanyang Technological University, 1999 - 2002
  • Diploma in Electronics and Computer Engineering, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, 1993 - 1996
  • GCE 'O' Level: 7 credits with 4 As and 3 Bs, Chung Cheng High School Branch, 1989 - 1992

Pedagogy Certifications

  • WSQ Diploma In Adult And Continuing Education (DACE), Institute for Adult Learning Singapore, 2015 - 2016
  • Pedagogical Certificate in Technical Education (PCTE), Institute of Technical Education, 2008 - 2009

Professional Certifications

  • Free Code Camp
    • APIs and Microservices Developer Certification, 2018
    • JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures Developer Certification, 2018
  • PHP 7.1 Zend Certification, 2017
  • Esri Certified Web Application Developer Associate 10.4, 2017
  • CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+) Classroom Trainer, 2017
  • Microsoft Programming in HTML5 with JavaScript and CSS3, 2016
  • Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 7 Programmer, 2016
  • C++ Institute
    • C Programming Language Certified Associate, 2016
    • C++ Certified Professional Programmer, 2016
    • C++ Certified Associate Programmer, 2016
  • Microsoft Office Specialist 2013 Master, 2015

Awards

  • 2013: ITE College East Certificate of Appreciation
  • 2012: ITE Long Service Certificate
  • 2010: Singapore Productivity Association Bronze and Silver Award
  • 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009: Spring Singapore Silver Award
  • 2006: ITE College East Commendation Award
  • 2004: Gemplus Recognition Award

Languages

  • Proficientin English
  • Fluent in Chinese