Ethan Cala

DevOps Engineer · Software Engineer · IT Operations

Ethan Cala

Passionate about building scalable, elegant solutions through software and systems design. I specialize in full-stack web development, IT automation, and tech operations in enterprise environments.

Skills

Technologies & tools I work with

Python
Java
React
Node.js
JavaScript
TypeScript
SQL
MongoDB
Git
C#
.NET
Vercel
QA
Selenium
Azure DevOps

Projects

Mode Score

A full-stack DeFi solution built and deployed during my time at BCAMP.

ReactNext.jsVercelTypeScriptPythonfastAPITailwind CSS

Portfolio Website

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Next.jsReactToastVercelTailwind CSS

Syllabye

A web platform to simplify syllabus creation and access for professors and students.

Vite-ReactFirebaseTailwindNodeJSJSONBootstrap

PC Builder Prototype

A prototype of a custom PC builder app using ASP.NET Core.

C#ASP.NET coreJavaScriptHTMLSQLite

Higher Or Lower Game

A simple card game where users wager in-game currency.

FlaskPythonJavaScriptHTMLMongoDBBootstrap

To-do List

A minimalist task management app using local storage.

JavaScriptLocalStoragejQueryJSONBootstrap

Experience

Web Applications Developer (Frontend)

BCAMP · Chicago, IL

June 2024 – August 2024

  • Designed and implemented a responsive web interface using React, TypeScript, and Tailwind, deployed via Vercel.
  • Integrated WalletAPI services, enabling support for 400+ wallet services through secure connection flows.
  • Consumed and rendered backend data from a Python FastAPI service, optimizing user experience and interface responsiveness.
  • Authored internal documentation to support component reusability, onboarding, and long-term maintenance.
  • Deployed production builds using Vercel’s cloud-based CI/CD platform, ensuring fast iteration and reliable uptime.

IT Operations Engineer Intern

Sidley Austin LLP · Chicago, IL

February 2024 – July 2025

  • Designed and deployed automation using Python, Selenium, and SQL to interact with secured SSRS portals for EOD reporting.
  • Developed telemetry integration pipelines feeding Splunk and internal monitoring systems from legacy platforms.
  • Automated infrastructure checks using Python, PowerShell, and Bash, reducing manual overhead for ITOC operations.
  • Imaged and deployed machines for 500+ users; migrated user data and performed DoD-compliant secure device wipes across 250+ assets.
  • Monitored incidents, collaborated on resolutions, and contributed to enterprise IT support operations.
  • Assisted with new hire onboarding by ensuring seamless tech integration.
  • Gained hands-on experience at the intersection of IT operations, software engineering, and observability.

Logistics SoftwareOps Engineer

KNAPP North America · Elmhurst, IL

July 2025 – Present

  • As a Software Operations Engineer, I use my software engineering & ITOps experience to ensure that the fast-paced distribution facility is always running at full capacity, carrying out essential maintenance on the facilities software, bug fixing and making sure that the software to control all the systems within the facility are running correctly.

Contact Me

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