Alexander Margar

Founder • Full-Stack Developer • Systems Engineer
Profile

Summary

Full-stack developer and technical founder with experience in web, mobile, backend, and regulated data systems. Founder of AM Software Solutions, delivering 100+ websites and launching SaaS-style platforms like AMSS WORKS. Former SAS Programmer in clinical research at PPD and NoyMed. Blending programming expertise with business strategy and human psychology to build scalable, user-centered systems.

Core Skills

  • Full-Stack Development (React Native, Firebase, Python, Java, JS, SQL)
  • Systems & Platforms (CRM, SaaS, Internal Ops Tools)
  • Mobile Product Development & App Store Deployment
  • Clinical Data Management (SAS, CDISC SDTM & ADaM)

Languages

  • English — Native
  • Armenian — Native
  • Russian — Full Professional
Experience

AMSS WORKS

Founder • Oct 2024 – Present
  • Launched AMSS WORKS, a business productivity app (iOS) integrating 7 services: Websites, Apps, Content, Marketing, SEO, Business Formation, Custom Software.
  • Built Hire-a-Pro marketplace (U.S. contractors, 1–12mo terms), CRM system, and PDF invoicing.

AM Software Solutions (Contractor)

Lead Solutions Developer • Sep 2018 – Present
  • QuitStrong – Wellness app (React Native + Firebase) for quitting addictions with tracking & workouts.
  • EasyTrack – iOS & Android app for internal GPS & file tracking with admin & employee login.
  • Delivered 100+ websites across construction, hospitality, retail, and professional services industries.

PPD (Part of Thermo Fisher Scientific)

SAS Programmer • Apr 2022 – Sep 2024
  • Led programming for multiple clinical studies, managing data pipelines, imports, and reporting.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards; contributed to centralized Clinical Trial Monitoring updates.
  • Trained staff and improved workflows to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

NoyMed CRO

SAS Programmer • Jul 2021 – Apr 2022
  • Built structured datasets under CDISC SDTM & ADaM guidelines; automated validation & reporting.
  • Monitored data quality, created custom reports/tables/figures for clinical insights.

CloudV Enterprises

Marketing Manager • Oct 2020 – Aug 2021
  • Executed SEO and brand growth strategies, content management, and digital campaigns.

Earlier Roles

2018 – 2020
  • City of Burbank — Office Worker (2020)
  • Margasoft Corp. — Administrative Assistant (2018)
Education

Education & Academic Goals

PhD Intent • Research Interests • Ongoing Study
  • PhD Goal: Seeking an exciting opportunity to pursue a future PhD in a program that blends software systems, data platforms, and human-centered design.
  • Research Interests: Applied machine learning for product intelligence, developer tooling, and decision support; secure data systems; human–computer interaction.
  • Academic Track: B.S. Computer Science (in progress), foundation in programming, data, and systems engineering.
Certifications

Certifications & Continuous Learning

Always sharpening skills • Ahead of the curve
  • Certifications: SAS Certified Specialist (Base Programming 9.4), SAS Programming 1, Project Management: Healthcare, Leadership Principles, Medidata Rave EDC eSignatures.
  • Active Learning: React Native/Expo, Firebase (Auth/Firestore/Storage), Python for data tooling, system design, security & accessibility (WCAG 2.2).
  • Recent Focus: modern app architectures, automation/DevEx tooling, SEO performance engineering, and product analytics.
  • Habit: weekly deep-dives, paper summaries, and proofs-of-concept to validate new concepts before adoption.