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Alexander Bracken

BitMEX / Senior IAM Solutions EngineerTokyo, Japan

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Alexander Bracken

BitMEX / Senior IAM Solutions Engineer

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With over 15 years in the tech industry, I’ve gained a wealth of experience across roles such as client support, systems administration, systems architecture, cybersecurity, project management, and consulting. Now, I’m seeking opportunities in consulting, project management, or engineering, particularly in developing client solutions, leveraging Cloud Technologies.

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In the future

I want to help others build solutions that have a measurable, positive impact on those around me, and the world. I want to seek challenges that will help me grow into a more successful person.

BitMEX1 year

Senior IAM Solutions EngineerPresent

Sep 2025 - Present

Fleet Security Platform Engineering and Scaling: Designed and built an internal fleet security management platform (Golang/React/Kubernetes/EKS), achieving 25x growth in device coverage to 250+ endpoints within 3 months of general availability.

Hollow Souls6 years

Independant Developer(Side)Present

2020 - Present

Designed and built game components using Blueprint and C++. Created detailed 3D models and visual effects for interactive media. Developed user interfaces with a focus on intuitive and engaging user experiences.

Japan | Immigration Bureau Statistics Dashboard
- User Engagement and Impact: Designed and launched a React-based immigration statistics dashboard, attracting over 2,000 unique users in the first month of availability. - Interactive Data Visualization: Developed customizable charts (stacked bar, radar, bubble) with dynamic filtering to analyze application trends and processing efficiency. - Predictive Modeling and Analytics: Built a processing time estimator using historical trends and 3-month rolling averages to forecast queue positions and completion dates. - Responsive Front-End Development: Utilized React, Chart.js, and Tailwind CSS to deliver a mobile-friendly, visually appealing interface with light/dark mode support. - Real-Time Data Integration: Connected to Japan’s e-Stat API for accurate immigration statistics, ensuring reliability and up-to-date insights for users.
Jan 2025
Cloud Resume Challenge
Completed the Cloud Resume Challenge, gaining practical experience in deploying a full-stack cloud project, including frontend, backend, and database components on AWS. Implemented Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, automating the deployment process and ensuring seamless updates and maintenance. Utilized Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like AWS CloudFormation or Terraform to define and manage cloud infrastructure, demonstrating advanced cloud engineering skills. Integrated various AWS services such as S3, Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB, showcasing the ability to design and implement scalable and efficient cloud solutions. Documented project processes and maintained version control using Git and GitHub.
Apr 2024
Unreal Engine Marketplace Product
Designed and developed a comprehensive set of interactive switches for Unreal Engine, enhancing user engagement and interactivity within virtual environments. Created a highly customizable switch framework that allows developers to easily integrate a variety of switch types and configurations, improving versatility and adaptability in project applications. Utilized Unreal Engine’s Blueprint system to streamline the implementation process, ensuring high efficiency and ease of use for developers, which minimizes development time and resources. Delivered high-quality, fully functional switch assets with detailed visual fidelity, ensuring a professional and polished look for any game or simulation project. Ensured cross-compatibility and optimization for various Unreal Engine versions, providing a reliable and stable solution for a wide range of development environments and platforms.
2022 - 2023

Indeed Japan株式会社5 years

Lead, IT Solutions

Apr 2021 - Aug 2025

Global Printing Solution Implementation: Designed, documented, and successfully implemented the company's Global Enterprise Printing Solution, providing reliable and scalable printing services to over 10,000 users across multiple locations.

The University of Calgary4 years

Senior Systems Specialist

May 2017 - Jan 2021

- Microsoft 365 and Azure Administration: Managed and supported Office 365 and Azure Active Directory environments, including user account provisioning, group management, and troubleshooting authentication issues to ensure seamless operations for the Faculty of Arts department.

The University of Calgary5 years

BA. Communications and Media Studies

Sep 2016 - Jan 2021

Comprehensive exploration of communication processes and media technologies. Emphasis on critical analysis, research skills, and practical experience.

Waseda University School of International Liberal Studies (SILS)1 year

EX. International Studies

Sep 2018 - Sep 2019

One-year exchange program at Waseda University's School of International Liberal Studies in Tokyo. Immersive cultural and academic experience in a vibrant international environment.

Pythian8 months

Site Reliability Engineer

Apr 2014 - Nov 2014

- System Monitoring and Incident Response: Monitored large-scale distributed systems to ensure high availability and reliability, responding promptly to incidents to minimize downtime and maintain service-level objectives.

Long View Systems1 year

Network Operations Analyst

Aug 2012 - Dec 2013

- Real-Time Network Monitoring and Incident Response: Monitored cloud and on-premise network systems 24/7 to ensure high availability, promptly identifying and resolving performance issues to minimize downtime.

Cloudwerx Data Solutions1 year

Field Engineer

Feb 2011 - Feb 2012

- VMware vSphere Infrastructure Management: Administered and maintained VMware vSphere environments to support virtualized workloads, ensuring high availability and performance for healthcare applications and services.

College for Arts and Technology2 years

AS. Network Administration and Security

Jun 2009 - Dec 2010

Comprehensive network security curriculum covering perimeter security, data communications, and practical penetration testing. Practical experience in network exploits, vulnerabilities, and penetration testing prepares students for real-world challenges.