
Music fanatic, technology expert, traveller, philosopher, buddhist
Israel

Music fanatic, technology expert, traveller, philosopher, buddhist
Israel
Product manager, an accomplished web developer, Internet specialist, overqualified QA, and a security expert. My goal is to create and promote cool technology that improves people's lives. To bring more humanity into technology not only by making intuitive product designs, but also into the working process and environment.
Programming: Java, C, PERL, PHP, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Shell Scripts
OSes: Windows, Linux, Solaris, IPSO (Nokia)
Communication: Internet, TCP/IP, Web, HTTP, Information Security
Other: Interaction design, content creation, Internet marketing, QA
(Privately Held; Marketing and Advertising industry)
September 2009 — Present (3 months)
(Privately Held; Internet industry)
February 2009 — August 2009 (7 months)
Designed complete interaction for Plimus' next version eCommerce platform and shopping cart with focus on amazing user experience. Acted as the company's user interface, usability, and web development expert. Developed features for the current Plimus UI in JavaScript, jQuery, Java, HTML, and CSS.
(Computer Software industry)
April 2008 — January 2009 (10 months)
Managed the company's product and much more. Designed new features, planned releases, and promoted Testuff via Internet marketing. Developed the Testuff website in PHP including content, performed SEO and wrote the company blog. Handled customer support, planned and executed QA testing using the Exploratory Testing methodology.
(Music industry)
October 2006 — June 2007 (9 months)
Volunteered during my spare time as the website manager for one of the largest on-line music communities in Israel. Took charge of the site's ongoing operation, managed its team of volunteers, and acted as the main contact for users and affiliates. In addition, helped with web development and graphics design.
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; CHKP; Computer & Network Security industry)
April 2006 — December 2006 (9 months)
Research and development for the company's automation system as a part time job during my studies. Developed web automation via Selenium including an automatic test script generator in JavaScript. Developed a mini-automation system in PERL with parallel running capabilities, SSH communication, and a web interface.
(Computer & Network Security industry)
January 2004 — June 2004 (6 months)
Following a promotion in the company, carried out security reviews and penetration testing to find security holes in the company products. Wrote new security tools in PERL, assimilated existing tools, and taught security methodologies and awareness throughout the organization.
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; CHKP; Computer & Network Security industry)
May 2002 — December 2003 (1 year 8 months)
Front line QA with expertise in web and security. Designed, wrote, and performed testing for new company products. Maintained and operated an in-house automated testing systems. Worked closely with RnD personnel by accompanying the design and development stages. Offered feedback about product usability as well as ideas for enhancements and new features. Acted as a focal point for knowledge and testing expertise in the QA department. Wrote tools and scripts in PERL and CSHELL and an intranet site in ASP.
(Computer & Network Security industry)
1998 — 2001 (3 years )
Research and development in the field of networking and telecommunication.
B.Sc. , Computer Sciences & Philosophy , 2004 — 2007
GPA of 88. Learned Java and C as part of my C.S. studies. Tutored freshmen students as part of a volunteer project.
Managed and developed Museek.cc (now defunct), an online AJAX based site for seeking musicians in Israel. Performed on-line marketing to increase site traffic. The project was created as part of a software development workshop in Tel-Aviv University.
Music, philosophy, technology, spirituality, art.