James Nedila

jnedila@gmail.com
604.377.5772
https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-nedila-754444102/

 

About Me

Complex, Fun & Interesting Problems get my attention. I love to write Software, working with tight knit teams, and love the opportunities small startup companies can provide to challenge myself.

I’m always looking for ways to work outside the box, as that’s where the more interesting problems are. I’ve been fortunate to help start up some great companies, and worked with some great teams of people along the way.

Looking for my next challenge, are you it?

 

Skills

Cloud

  • Kubernetes
  • Docker
  • Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Serverless
  • Kafka, Pulsar

Networking

  • Wireless Networks (WiFi & Cellular/Mobile)
  • RADIUS
  • Network Design
  • Network Security
  • System Administration
  • Vulnerability Assessments
  • Online Payment Integration

Languages

  • Python
  • PHP
  • Javascript
  • Java
  • Perl
  • Lua
  • Go

Environments

  • Linux
  • Android
  • Mac OSX
  • Windows


Data Storage

  • Elasticsearch
  • Redis
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • NoSQL
  • PrestoDB

Past Projects

  • Lead Team of Offshore Developers in Java Utility Monitoring Project
  • Distributed DNS Server with White/Black Listing & Customer Categories using Knot-Resolver & Redis
  • High Performance Captive Portal Routing & Portal Server using PHP & Elasticsearch Backend
  • Embedded Wifi Hotspot using OpenWRT & Custom Software
  • Integrated Open Source Software with Third Party Hardware
  • Business Rule Evaluation Engine on FreeRADIUS using Perl Module
  • Integration with PayPal, Braintree, Stripe & Moneris Online Payment Systems & Developed Pay-by-Phone Solution
  • Network Security Audit on Earthquake Detection Monitors for Geological Survey of Canada
  • Large Country-wide Network of Wifi Hotspots with Management Portal and White Label Capabilities
  • Integration with Multiple Hardware Vendors API (Aruba Networks, Cisco, Meraki, Ruckus, Extreme Networks/Motorola)
  • Purpose-Built Secure Server Implementation for Industry Canada/NATO Pilot Project
  • Completely Reimagine Large Hotel IT Department and Set it Up for Success
  • Taught Java Programming to Non-Programmers at a Private College
  • Android App for Longshoremen to Manage Employment Boards
  • Android App for Music/Effects During Games in Minor Sport Arenas

Work Experience

VP Engineering (Co-Founder) / Colony Networks Inc
2007 – Present

Focused on Creative, Complex, Quick to Market Solutions in Distributed Networks for Enterprise, Carrier & SMB Customers

CTO / FatPort Inc.
2002 – 2007

Lead a Great Team of Network Specialists & Developers to Build a Country-Wide Network of Wifi HotSpots

 

Volunteer

President / Vancouver Female Hockey Association
2014 – Present

  • Lead an Association of over 300 Female Players – Grew Association Numbers by 90% Over 5 Years
  • Metro Vancouver (PCAHA) Minor Hockey Executive & Association of the Year for 2016-2017
  • BC Hockey Association of the Year 2017-2018

Vice President 2 / Vancouver Minor Hockey Association
2017 – Present

  • Help Manage & Grow an Association of over 550 Players, Parents, Coaches and more

 

Education

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) / Distributed Systems Option (Honours)

  • Computer Systems Technology Program
  • British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

Diploma of Technology / Applied Artificial Intelligence Option (Honours)

  • Computer Systems Technology Program
  • British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)