Kevin Rivas

Hey, I'm Kevin Rivas

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Computer Systems Engineer with a diploma in Computer Programming who builds full-stack web applications with React, Node.js & TypeScript. Brings an engineering mindset to every project, focused on clean architecture, intuitive UX and code that actually ships. Currently looking for a challenge as a Jr. Software Developer.

Work Experience

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Financial Service & Collections Rep

September 2025 – Present
goeasy Ltd. Brampton, Canada

Provided expert technical support, troubleshooting, and repair for a range of electronic devices — diagnosing hardware issues, installing software, and maintaining optimal device performance while delivering efficient, positive customer service.

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Technical Support Associate

September 2024 – December 2024
Best Buy Canada Barrie, Canada

Provided expert technical support, troubleshooting, and repair for a range of electronic devices — diagnosing hardware issues, installing software, and maintaining optimal device performance while delivering efficient, positive customer service.

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IT Analyst Intern

May 2024 - September 2024
Mitsubishi Aerospace Inc. Toronto, Canada

I had the opportunity to work at MHI Aerospace Canada as a summer intern. Gained hands-on experience in diagnosing and troubleshooting a wide range of software, hardware, and network issues. Managed the setup and deployment of laptops, desktops and phones for new hires, updated operating systems, and administered user accounts through Active Directory. Helped maintain an organized inventory of company electronic devices and handled issue tracking via Jira, ensuring swift and efficient support.

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Real-Time Analyst (WFM)

April 2020 - April 2023
Remitly Managua, Nicaragua

I had the opportunity to work at Remitly, an American online remittance service based in Seattle, facilitating international money transfers to over 170 countries. As a Real-Time Analyst, I managed and optimized employee schedules based on forecasted demand, ensuring consistent service level achievement, customer satisfaction, and timely responses. I conducted large-scale data analysis to identify real-time trends, making data-driven decisions to optimize staffing levels and resolve operational challenges, contributing to efficient live operations and continuous service improvement.

Projects

project inventory system
Inventory System • CRUD
Express.js MongoDB JavaScript Chakra UI React

Georgian College final project for JavaScript Frameworks. Developed and deployed a full-stack inventory web app with CRUD features, allowing users to manage products in a MongoDB database.

project cinesearch
CineSearch • Web App
React JavaScript CSS TMDB Api

Led a team of four to create a Netflix-like web app that allows users to search for movies and save favorites, fetching real-time data from the TMDB API. Built as a final group project to enhance collaboration, communication and leadership skills.

project spectacles
Snapchat's Spectacles • Landing Page
HTML CSS JavaScript

Multi-page website project, applying all the concepts learned in class. Built with HTML, CSS and JavaScript.

android app
Movies App • Android App
Java Firebase Android Studio TMDB Api

Coded a Java Android app that allows users to search for movies in real-time, view details and save favorites. Integrated Firebase for authentication and real-time database services while following the MVVM design pattern.

project giphy
Giphy Website • API Integration
HTML CSS JavaScript Bootstrap

Georgian College project for Client-Side JS. GIF website built with HTML, JavaScript, and Bootstrap while consuming the Giphy API.

hershey project
Hershey's Website • Static Page
HTML CSS JavaScript

Georgian College project for Interface Design Using CSS in winter '24. Built using HTML, CSS and JavaScript.

arduino project
Math Game using C++ • Arduino
C++ Arduino Tinkercad IoT

Developed an Arduino-based Math Challenge Game for my IoT class. The game presents players with math problems with three difficulty levels and calculates a final score. Built with C++.

python project
Console Python Bot • Web Scraping
Python

Hobby project implementing web scraping on BestBuy's website to notify users on GPU availability.

Skills / Technologies

  • html-logo

    HTML

  • css-logo

    CSS

  • js-logo

    JavaScript

  • typescript-logo

    TypeScript

  • react-logo

    React

  • nodejs-logo

    Node.js

  • java-logo

    Java

  • python-logo

    Python

  • csharp-logo

    C#

  • mysql-logo

    MySQL

  • github-logo

    GitHub

  • mongodb-logo

    MongoDB

Education

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Computer Programming & Analysis

May 2023 - Dec 2024
Georgian College Barrie, Canada

Graduate from the Computer Programming Diploma at Georgian College with excellent academic performance. Completed courses in programming languages, web development, and software engineering; worked on projects that enhanced my programming skills and knowledge.

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BSc Computer Systems Engineering (WES Canadian Equivalent)

Completed in 2022
University of Managua Managua, Nicaragua

Developed a strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and software architecture. Built an inventory management system using C# and MVC, strengthening structured programming, database integration, and UI design.

Builder. Analyst. Full stack developer.

I combine software development, support, and operations experience to build practical products with a strong user focus.

My name is Kevin, a Full Stack Software Developer, with a BSc. in Computer Systems Engineering earned in Nicaragua and a Computer Programming & Analysis Diploma completed in Canada.

I have built web applications and full-stack platforms through academic and personal projects, and I have worked in IT Help Desk Support, Real-Time Workforce Analytics, and customer-facing financial roles.

Right now I'm looking for a Jr. Software Developer role where I can contribute from day one and keep building things that matter.

Send me a message

Have a question, a brilliant business idea, or just want to say hello? Don't hesitate to reach out!