Professional Experience
A journey through my career in software development, showcasing the impact I've made and the skills I've developed across diverse projects and teams.
Lead Software Engineer
NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration
Seattle, Washington, United States · Remote
Nov 2022 - Present · 2 yrs 4 mos
Key Achievements
- Built stakeholder trust by participating in at-sea surveys, uncovering critical user needs.
- Accelerated development timelines with prototypes that validated workflows and designs.
- Boosted team clarity by documenting application architecture and technical decisions.
- Streamlined legacy system upgrades through modular technology integration.
- Delivered bug-free apps via rigorous team code testing.
- Reduced data processing by 75% with intuitive, SDLC-driven workflows.
- Resolved complex user challenges with offline-first solutions and sensor data graph visualizations.
- Owned end-to-end app development across QA, project management, UX, architecture, and support.
Technologies & Skills
React.js
Python
Express.js
SQL
Javascript
MySQL
Oracle
Google Apps Script
Node.js
Vue.js
Vuetify
Software Documentation
IIS
Mantine
SDLC
Full-Stack Development
Design Thinking
Software Design
Balsamiq
Wireframing
Android Studio
Jira
GitLab
Team Leadership
Customer Support
Project Management
UX Designer
Business Analyst
End to End testing
Technical Writing
Windows OS
VS Code
Software Developer [Contractor in support of NOAA]
IBSS
Seattle, Washington, United States
Aug 2021 - Nov 2022 · 1 yr 4 mos
Key Achievements
- Developed full-stack enterprise apps to streamline workflows and reduce user and manager workload.
- Led as project manager to deliver new enterprise applications.
- Earned user trust with intuitive, reliable applications.
- Managed stakeholder expectations by communicating feature updates and version releases.
- Guided clients through technical issues with effective solutions.
- Maintained development best practices using clean code principles.
- Built strong client and team relationships through interpersonal skills.
- Improved team workflow by exploring and implementing new tools and ideas.
- Supported government and scientific operations with workflow-enhancing applications.
Technologies & Skills
Javascript
Vue.js
Vuetify
Design Thinking
Google Apps Script
Full-Stack Development
Wireframing
Balsamiq
GitLab
End to End testing
jQuery
Jira
Material Design
Design Thinking
Windows OS
VS Code
Customer Support
Bartender / Shift Lead
The Overhang
Dahlonega, GA
Jan 2019 - February 2020 · 1 year 1 mos
Key Achievements
- Directed military personnel, combining leadership and teamwork to deliver efficient service.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness, ensuring a secure environment.
- Reconciled daily transactions, ensuring accurate accounting.
Technologies & Skills
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Bartending
Communication
Employee Training
Sales
Multitasking
Team Leadership
Conflict Resolution
Web Developer
Glasswerks
Remote
Nov 2018 - May 2019 · 7 mos
Key Achievements
- Developed and deployed a customer order tracking web app that improved daily operational efficiency for clients.
- Applied Elixir and TDD to ensure robust backend logic, reducing post-deployment bugs.
- Implemented new features and fixed critical bugs based on user requirements, enhancing app functionality.
- Reviewed and approved pull requests via GitHub, ensuring code quality and team alignment.
Technologies & Skills
Elixir
Phoenix
Erlang
GitHub
Mac OS
Git
Atom
Software Developer [Intern]
Common Ledger
Wellington, New Zealand
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018 · 2 mos
Key Achievements
- Relocated to New Zealand to collaborate closely with developers on complex projects, ensuring timely delivery.
- Performed in a full-stack environment using unit testing to ensure robust and reliable code.
- Directed Scrum meetings to align on updates and strategies, fulfilling the role of Scrum Master.
- Delivered bug-free code by rigorously critiquing work before submission.
Technologies & Skills
Javascript
Vue.js
TypeScript
Scrum
Agile Methodologies
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Terraform
Mac OS
VS Code
Shift Lead / Bartender
Bair's Sports Grill
Springfield, MO, United States
Jul 2013 - May 2018 · 4 yrs 11 mos
Key Achievements
- Resolved customer issues with empathy, enhancing satisfaction.
- Managed daily transactions and prepared bank deposits accurately.
- Closed and secured the bar, maintaining safety standards.
- Sold $2,500 in gift cards during the holiday season, winning annual sales contest.
- Verified ages of patrons, supporting law enforcement protocols and compliance.
- Embraced tasks with energy and positivity, improving team morale.
- Earned Employee of the Month award, recognizing outstanding performance.
Technologies & Skills
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Bartending
Communication
Employee Training
Sales
Multitasking
Team Leadership
Conflict Resolution
Development Lead [Intern]
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks
Springfield, MO, United States
Jan 2017 - Jul 2017 · 7 mos
Key Achievements
- Generated new donor leads for fundraising events, expanding outreach opportunities.
- Built relationships with board members through strong interpersonal skills.
- Increased auction item value by $10,455, outperforming all colleagues.
- Volunteered for diverse tasks, demonstrating adaptability and initiative.
- Assisted in planning signature fundraising events, ensuring successful execution.
- Led team role-play exercises, improving donor engagement strategies.
- Secured major donations, including a single $10,000 pledge, through passion and advocacy.
- Negotiated free media coverage by networking with a local TV station.
- Raised $13,455 for a silent auction, exceeding personal fundraising goals by $10,000.
Technologies & Skills
Communication
Sales
Customer Engagement
Fundraising
Nonprofit Volunteering
Community Outreach