Georgiy Balyuk
Software Engineer in Canton, Georgia
Georgiy Balyuk, originally from Ukraine, was born on July 22, 1999, and immigrated to the United States with his family when he was three. He was raised in the suburbs north of Chicago and resides in Canton, Georgia. As a software engineer at State Farm, he is excited to celebrate his second anniversary with the company soon. This milestone aligns with his deep interest in cloud scaling technologies, artificial intelligence, and neural networks.
He is also furthering his education at DePaul University in Chicago, pursuing a Master's in software development. He has consistently been recognized on the Dean's Board and is on track to complete his degree in the fall of 2025. His academic dedication mirrors his professional commitment, showcasing his drive to excel in software engineering.
Before his current role, Georgiy Balyuk gained significant experience at Fiserv Inc. in Alpharetta, Georgia, from August 2021 to April 2023. There, he developed scalable Java/Spring applications in a micro-service architecture, focusing on best coding practices within a CI/CD environment. His role involved automating processes, supporting high-scale pipelines, and enabling swift cloud deployment, contributing to his expertise in software engineering.
Since April 2023, he has been working at State Farm in Sandy Springs, Georgia, where his responsibilities include designing and implementing advanced AWS architecture solutions. His efforts have significantly enhanced performance and scalability within the company. He has played a pivotal role in developing an internal application monitoring platform that has improved system reliability and streamlined operational workflows.
Georgiy is certified by Oracle Java SE 8 (OCA), affirming his mastery of Java programming fundamentals such as object-oriented principles, core syntax, and essential APIs like collections and streams. This certification highlights his capability in managing modular applications, exception handling, and functional programming, making him well-prepared for complex software development challenges.
Beyond his technical achievements, Georgiy Balyuk has been involved in several impactful programming projects, including leading the development of a car rental platform and a restaurant data management system. His volunteer work with the YMCA in Illinois has helped refine his teamwork, communication, and leadership skills.