Arek Jaworski

Software Architect — AWS · Node.js · JavaScript Contractor

Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland

Software architect and AWS/Node.js contractor with 6+ years collaborating across Europe (Finland, Poland, UK). I’ve built Mobility-as-a-Service platforms with Finland’s largest provider, integrated transport services across Europe, developed recruitment software in Poland, and architected solutions for a major property company in Finland. I design and implement APIs that connect distributed systems into a unified backbone, and I advise on agile delivery, software architecture, and process improvement. I also provide online tutoring and technical training.

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Jaworski Software House

Skills

Core

JavaScript
Node.js
REST APIs
Microservices

Cloud & DevOps

AWS
Lambda
Serverless
CI/CD
DynamoDB

Practices

Agile / Scrum
TDD
Code Review & Mentoring
Incident Management

Experience

Software Architect — AWS/Node.js/JavaScript Contractor · Jaworski Software House

March 2018 – Present · Remote / Europe

  • Independent Node.js contractor supporting a leading European Mobility-as-a-Service provider.
  • Designed, reviewed, and implemented integrations and software architecture across third-party transport services.
  • Built backend REST microservices using AWS Lambda in a serverless architecture; authored API specifications and reviews.
  • Led developer enablement: mentoring, knowledge-sharing, peer reviews, and improving the delivery pipeline.
  • Contributed writing and code samples as a technical author; explored and documented trending topics.

Technical Writer · Baeldung

March 2017 – September 2018 · Remote

  • Wrote, edited, and proofread articles on Java and the Spring Framework with runnable code examples.
  • Researched topics, developed content, and adhered to style guides and best practices.

Software Engineer · RIGHT REVENUE LIMITED

August 2017 – February 2018 · Saintfield

  • Node.js developer for backend REST microservices on AWS using a serverless framework and DynamoDB.
  • Designed and implemented state-of-the-art infrastructure, integrations with external services, and secure CI/CD pipelines.
  • Performed R&D and performance testing of new technologies.

Senior Software Engineer / Scrum Master · Liberty Information Technology

April 2014 – August 2017 · Belfast, United Kingdom

  • Delivered advanced design and development in Java across the full SDLC.
  • Implemented agile practices, facilitated all ceremonies, and supported Product Owners with backlog refinement.
  • Led the first agile project (Home Full Quote) at Liberty Insurance Ireland in Dublin—completed on time and within budget; received the Inspire Award.

Analyst Developer · Marketstall Services and Software Solutions Ltd.

February 2013 – March 2014 · Templepatrick, Northern Ireland

  • Developed EPOS software in OpenEdge; designed GUIs and front-end components.
  • Integrated third-party software/hardware (TCP sockets, .NET/C#); wrote technical docs and Confluence wiki pages.
  • Set up Jenkins release builds (ANT & Progress Compiler), automated software updates (PHP + C# client), and improved processes.

Analyst Developer · Henderson Group

June 2010 – January 2013 · Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland

  • Built and maintained applications in Progress 4GL and FoxPro; scripting on Unix.
  • Administered FoxPro/Oracle/Progress databases; optimized queries; produced BI cubes and reports in QlikView.
  • Introduced JIRA, peer review, incident analysis, automation, and monitoring; provided 24/7 on-call support (rota).

Instructional Technologist · Ulster University

August 2009 – May 2010 · Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland

  • Developed interactive e-learning tools, embedding usability and accessibility best practices.
  • Partnered with academics and stakeholders to deliver exemplar online teaching materials and staff training.

Web Developer · Dark Water Studios

February 2008 – July 2009 · Londonderry, Northern Ireland

  • Built cross-browser sites and web app front-ends (PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, CMS frameworks).
  • Administered web/database servers and version control; optimized schemas and queries.
  • Created UI/game front-ends with Flash and ActionScript 2.0.

Enterprise Command Centre Analyst · Allstate Northern Ireland

July 2006 – February 2008 · Strabane, Northern Ireland

  • Managed incident detection and response for critical applications/infrastructure in a 24×7 environment.
  • Coordinated tasks across NI and US teams; produced documentation and knowledge transfer.
  • Recognized with an achievement bonus for professionalism and service.

Education

Queen's University Belfast

PhD, Computer Vision · 2024–ongoing

Ulster University

Master of Science (MSc), Computing · 2009–2012

Nicolaus Copernicus University

Bachelor of Science (BSc), Physics · 2003–2007