$ whoami
Felix Zhang
Full-Stack Engineer — Cloud & Backend · AWS · Scalable Systems
01. About
Who I Am
Hey there! I'm Felix Zhang, a Full-Stack Engineer with 6+ years of experience, based in Toronto, Canada.
I specialize in delivering scalable web applications, cloud infrastructure, and digital experiences. From architecting serverless backends on AWS and GCP to building full-stack monorepo architectures.
I've shipped production code at Meta (Facebook) as a contingent engineer, and built high-profile experiences for brands like Adidas, Airbnb, KFC, and Zoox at MediaMonks (formerly Jam3). My backend focus includes Node.js, PostgreSQL, GraphQL, Docker, Terraform, and serverless architecture.
Outside of work, I'm either chasing powder on the slopes, building custom mechanical keyboards, running, cycling, or coding to chill beats.
$ cat profile.yml
name: Felix Zhang
role: Full-Stack Engineer
location: Toronto, CA
focus: AWS · Cloud · Backend
languages:
- JS · TypeScript · PHP · Python
- SQL · Java · HTML/CSS/SCSS
hobbies: keyboards, snowboarding,
running, cycling
AWS/GCP
Cloud
6+ yrs
Experience
20+
Projects
02. Expertise
What I Do
I build and scale cloud infrastructure and backend systems. Here's what I bring to the table.
Cloud & DevOps
AWS, GCP, Docker, Terraform, Serverless Architecture, CI/CD (CircleCI), infrastructure provisioning & cloud-native deployments
Backend Development
Node.js, GraphQL, RESTful APIs, microservices, server-side rendering, backend infrastructure engineering for scalable digital experiences
Database & Storage
PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, data modeling, ETL pipelines, enterprise data migrations & integration
Frontend Development
React, Next.js, React Native, TypeScript, monorepo architecture, component libraries & design systems
Full-Stack Architecture
End-to-end application design, proof-of-concept prototyping to production, framework standards & best practices
Tools & Workflow
Git, GitHub, Mercurial, Jira, Postman, Figma, VSCode, open-source contributions & internal tooling
Tech Stack
03. Experience
Where I've Worked
Full Stack Developer
MediaMonks Inc. (formerly Jam3) · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- ▹Architected and delivered full-stack solutions for high-profile digital experiences including Zoox.com, Adidas LA flagship retail installation, Oculus Creators platform, Adidas FIFA World Cup campaign, Airbnb x Obama Voyager Scholarship portal, and Novi.com
- ▹Engineered backend infrastructure for KFC Polladas (Mexico City) and Texas State Technical College digital experiences, ensuring scalability and performance
- ▹Contributing developer on Facebook Marketplace, CreativeX, Brand Portal, WhatsApp.com, Oculus.com, Adidas Community, and Visa Super Bowl digital experience
- ▹Deployed production code to Meta's internal infrastructure as a contingent engineering employee, adhering to enterprise-level code quality and security standards
- ▹Advanced full-stack monorepo architecture and front-end framework standards, establishing best practices for scalable application development
- ▹Maintained and enhanced open-source projects and internal toolings, improving developer productivity across teams
- ▹Transformed proof-of-concept prototypes into production applications
- ▹Led co-op recruitment strategy and mentorship programs to develop junior engineering talent
- ▹Spearheaded documentation initiative to improve visibility and adoption of tools used across the department
Full-Stack Application Developer
Palomino Systems Innovations Inc. · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- ▹Designed and implemented custom subscription management system leveraging Stripe API with automated renewal processing
- ▹Orchestrated enterprise data migration for Sterling Capital Brokers, transferring legacy datasets across MySQL and PostgreSQL using Laravel-based ETL pipelines
- ▹Delivered full-stack web applications using Laravel, MySQL, and JavaScript
04. Projects
Things I've Built
A mix of cloud infrastructure, backend services, and full-stack applications I've worked on.
Zoox.com
Full-stack digital experience for Zoox, Amazon's autonomous vehicle subsidiary. Architected and delivered a high-performance web platform showcasing their robotaxi technology.
Adidas Experiences
Multiple high-profile Adidas projects including the LA flagship retail installation, FIFA World Cup campaign, and Adidas Community platform.
Airbnb x Obama Voyager
Built the Airbnb x Obama Voyager Scholarship portal — a digital experience connecting students to travel scholarship opportunities.
Novi.com (Meta)
Led development of the Novi digital wallet marketing site at Meta. Multi-locale launch with advanced content management and the Novi Newsroom feature.
WhatsApp.com & Meta Properties
Contributing developer on Facebook Marketplace, CreativeX, Brand Portal, WhatsApp.com, Oculus.com, and Visa Super Bowl digital experience.
05. Education
Where I Studied
Computer Programming & Analysis — Associate's Degree (With Honours)
Seneca College
Toronto, Ontario · 2017 — 2019
- ▹3.9 / 4.0 GPA
- ▹President's Honour List
Hackathons & Involvements
- ▹Game Institute Hackathon — May 2019
- ▹Jam3 Tech Hackathon — May 2022
- ▹Jam3 Midjourney AI Hackathon — July 2022
- ▹MediaMonks AI Hackathon — July 2023
06. Contact
Get In Touch
I'm always open to new opportunities, interesting projects, and conversations about cloud architecture. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi — my inbox is open.