Toygar Onbay

About Me

I'm a Software Engineer with over 7 years of experience specializing in full-stack and back-end development, with a strong passion for creating front-end solutions that elevate user experiences.

My expertise includes AWS infrastructure, scalable system design, API development, and delivering customer-focused projects. I enjoy building visual tools that empower users and optimize workflows.

Passionate about game development, I'm skilled with modern frameworks and cloud platforms. I thrive in collaborative environments, focusing on user-centric solutions and ensuring high-quality software delivery.

Work Experience

Software Development Engineer II

Amazon Dev Centre Canada ULC

Dec 2022 - Nov 2024
Toronto, Canada

Built an automated A/B testing and scenario analysis workflow (Python, AWS Lambda, S3) to evaluate labor scheduling models, reducing manual input and costs.
Led data flow restructuring in a legacy system, creating a phased migration plan and improving data quality despite significant code debt (Python, Data Engineering, Cloud Computing).
Led development of a centralized auditing and traceability system (React, TypeScript, AWS Lambda, DocumentDB) for a multi-regional platform, streamlining debugging and validation.
Provided on-call support, triaged issues, resolved critical incidents, collaborated during severe incidents, monitored dashboards, and ensured seamless on-call transitions.

Lead Engineer

Vyond (formerly GoAnimate)

Sep 2015 - Jun 2022
Hong Kong

Advanced from Junior Engineer to Lead Engineer.

Enhanced Vyond's animation platform using ReactJS, NodeJS, and HTML Canvas for an intuitive user experience, collaborating closely with Product and UX teams.
Led projects optimizing video processing with AWS SQS and WebSockets for rapid downloads and real-time updates, improving user engagement.
Created an ExcelJS-based batch text replacement tool adopted by internal teams (including Amazon's) to streamline global content creation.
Cultivated a high-performance Agile team, ensuring on-time delivery and high-quality output; mentored team members and managed estimations.
Organized and coordinated a company hackathon, fostering innovation.
Assisted in planning remote team events to enhance engagement.

Portfolio & Projects

Automated A/B Testing Workflow

Evaluated labor scheduling models at Amazon, reducing manual input.

Technologies: Python, AWS Lambda, AWS S3

Centralized Auditing System

Streamlined debugging and error-checking for a multi-regional ingestion platform at Amazon.

Technologies: React, TypeScript, AWS Lambda, AWS DocumentDB

Vyond Platform Enhancement

Improved animation creation usability and user experience at Vyond.

Technologies: ReactJS, NodeJS, HTML Canvas

Video Processing Optimization

Implemented rapid video downloads and real-time updates at Vyond.

Technologies: AWS SQS, WebSockets

Batch Text Replacement Tool

Streamlined translation and editing workflows for multi-scene projects at Vyond.

Technologies: ExcelJS

Location-Based Android Game

Masters final project featuring map visualizations and effects (Team Project).

Technologies: Android Development

Object Tracking Game

Bachelors final project using webcam-based object tracking.

Technologies: OpenCV, C++

Technical Skills

Languages

Python TypeScript JavaScript C++ HTML CSS

Frontend

React HTML Canvas Tailwind CSS

Backend

NodeJS API Development

Cloud (AWS) & Databases

AWS Lambda AWS S3 AWS DocumentDB AWS SQS Cloud Computing Services

Other Tools & Concepts

Data Engineering WebSockets ExcelJS OpenCV Android Development Agile Methodologies Scalable System Design User-Centric Design Game Development

Soft Skills

Leadership Mentorship Collaboration Problem-Solving Project Management Communication

Education

Masters in Information Technology

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Sep 2015 - Aug 2016 | Hong Kong

GPA: 3.67 / 4.3

Key Courses: Multimedia Application Development, Computer Networks, Mobile Application Development.

Final Project: Developed an Android-based, location-based game with map visualizations and effects (Team Project).

Bachelors in Computer Engineering

Gediz University

Sep 2010 - Jun 2014 | Izmir, Turkey

Final Project: Object tracking using OpenCV and C++ in a webcam-based game.

Get In Touch

I'm always open to discussing new projects, creative ideas, or opportunities to be part of your visions. Feel free to reach out!

toygar.onbay@gmail.com

Toronto, Canada | Hong Kong

Fullstack Software Engineer | Lead Engineer