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Björn Åkesson

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Björn Åkesson

Profile

With over 20 years of extensive experience in the IT industry, my journey has encompassed various aspects of technology, including web development with a focus on React, JavaScript, Python, AI, and large language models. Additionally, I have had the privilege of working in a high-security environment, such as a nuclear power plant, where handling sensitive data was an integral part of my responsibilities. My career path has been marked by diverse roles within different teams and organizations, contributing to my well-rounded expertise. Throughout my career, I’ve cultivated a deep and comprehensive knowledge base, extending beyond web development to encompass a range of IT disciplines. Beyond my technical skills, I am committed to fostering a work environment characterized by positivity, motivation, and a collaborative spirit.

Skills

  • C#
  • React.js
  • Web Development
  • Bash
  • PowerShell
  • Node
  • JavaScript
  • Python
  • Git
  • .NET
  • REST APIs
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Angular
  • Azure
  • C++
  • AI/LLM
  • Google Cloud Services
  • Ruby
  • MongoDB
  • Unit Testing
  • Docker
  • IT Architecture
  • Java
  • SQL

Aptitudes

Experience

  1. May 2024 - Present

    Consulting Senior Full-Stack Developer

    Inter IKEA

    Developing and deploying integration processes across multiple layers of IKEA’s retail technology ecosystem, leveraging C# .NET and Azure Cloud Services.

    • C#
    • .NET
    • Powershell
    • Git
    • APIs
    • JSON
    • Testing
  2. February 2024 - May 2024

    Consulting Senior Full-Stack Developer

    BTJ

    Developed backend infrastructure utilizing .NET 8 and handled deployment procedures. Crafted a React-based application tailored for versatile exploration of books, integrating features such as advanced filtering, custom index search, and component design with CSS. Implemented deployment protocols employing Octopus and Teamcity.

    • React
    • JavaScript
    • .NET 8
    • Powershell
    • Octopus
    • Teamcity
    • Git
    • APIs
    • Architecture
  3. December 2023 - January 2024

    Consulting Senior Full-Stack Developer

    Geshdo Now AB

    Engineered an online application dedicated to masking sensitive content within PDF documents utilizing Named Entity Recognition (NER), as part of a tender submission to the Swedish Domstolsverket.

    • Python
    • GCP
    • Docker
    • Git
    • APIs
  4. August 2022 - November 2023

    Consulting Senior Full-Stack Developer

    StepStone

    Built, deployed, and maintained multiple web applications on the Google Cloud, Amazon Web Services and Azure platforms. Worked extensively with both frontend and backend development. Large focus on in-depth exploration of AI and emerging technologies.

    • React
    • JavaScript
    • TypeScript
    • Node.js
    • AI
    • GCP
    • AWS
    • Azure
    • Python
    • Git
    • Jira
    • Serverless Architecture
    • AWS DynamoDB
    • APIs
    • Architecture
    • Multimedia Production
  5. August 2022 - Present

    Senior Full-Stack Developer

    GESHDO Now AB

    GESHDO specializes in dynamic IT consulting, driven by a commitment to tailored solutions. We prioritize rapid delivery to align with your goals while managing costs effectively. Our expertise spans all the major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Back-end development, with diverse languages and frameworks, equips us to solve complex challenges. Our front-end consultants blend design finesse with technical precision to create seamless, visually appealing interfaces. GESHDO pushes boundaries to provide optimal, adaptable solutions for your organization.

  6. January 2020 - August 2022

    Owner / Developer

    Mercatura Tech

    Started a company specializing in financial trading using our in-house built trading bots and indicators. Most software were developed using Python and MQL5 language which is a subset of C++.

    • JavaScript
    • C++
    • AI
    • C#
    • Git
    • Metatrader 4
    • Metatrader 5
    • Python
  7. September 2017 - January 2020

    Ruby Developer, Testing

    Boomerang Team (DXC)

    Joined the Boomerang Team in DXC Malmö working daily with tasks such as maintaining the Boomerang backend at SL (Stockholm Länstrafik) built in Ruby and implementing new features and bugfixing. Developing and maintaining unit- and integration testing for both frontend and backend. Maintaining API documentation for Boomerang in Swagger and their Confluence wiki. Migrating the Boomerang system from opensource Linus server to Docker using Kubernetes. Exploring running the solution on AWS.

    • Ruby
    • Angular
    • Bash
    • Python
    • Java
    • Docker
    • Kubernetes
    • AWS
    • Git
    • Rubymine
    • Jira
    • APIs
    • Swagger
    • Unit testing
  8. April 2015 - September 2017

    Professional System Engineer

    Vattenfall AB (DXC)

    Specialized in infrastructure management with a focus on maintaining and optimizing Active Directory group policies. Proficiently performed security patching to enhance system resilience and safeguard data integrity. Implemented custom scripting solutions for comprehensive hardware inventory management, contributing to streamlined operations and resource allocation.

    • C#
    • PowerShell
    • Visual Basic Scripting
    • Active Directory
  9. July 2005 - April 2015

    Professional System Engineer,

    Vattenfall AB

    Specialized in infrastructure management with a focus on maintaining and optimizing Active Directory group policies. Proficiently performed security patching to enhance system resilience and safeguard data integrity. Implemented custom scripting solutions for comprehensive hardware inventory management, contributing to streamlined operations and resource allocation.

    • C#
    • PowerShell
    • Visual Basic Scripting
    • Active Directory
  10. 1996 - July 2005

    IT Specialist

    Barsebäck Kraft AB

    Responsible for hardware and license inventory management, optimizing resource allocation and asset utilization. Maintaining Windows Server infrastructure, upholding system reliability and performance. Established standardized protocols for Windows client application installations, promoting consistency and ease of management. Additionally, oversaw backup solutions for Unix and Windows servers, ensuring data integrity and availability in a high-stakes environment at a nuclear power plant.

    • Visual Basic Scripting
    • Bash
    • Windows Server
    • Active Directory

Languages

  • Swedish Native
  • English

Want to know more?

For inquiries contact

Daniel Sanfridsson