Profile
Innovative and results-oriented software engineer with over six years of experience in front-end development, team leadership, and project management. Proven track record of driving project success, leading high-performing teams, and developing robust, maintainable software solutions. Adept at tackling technical debt, architecting solutions, and mentoring engineers. Committed to delivering world-class products through collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.
Technology Stack
- Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, HTML, CSS
- Frameworks: React, Node.js, Django, Cypress
- Cloud: AWS
- CI/CD: GitHub Actions, Ansible, Jenkins
- Containers: Docker, Kubernetes
- RESTful APIs
Skills
- Team Leadership and Mentorship
- Project Management
- Agile Development
- UI/UX Design
- Continuous Integration and Delivery
- Problem Solving and Debugging
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Public Speaking and Presentation
- Strategic Planning
- Educational Leadership
Professional Experience
Red Hat, Durham, NC
Software Engineer
February 2019 – Present
- Research and Innovation: Researched, designed, and deployed new technical solutions, driving innovation within the existing codebase.
- Technical Debt Management: Proactively addressed technical debt while implementing innovative solutions.
- Architectural Leadership: Helped architect and iterate on acquisition tools, ensuring modular and flexible architecture.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class products.
- Creative Problem Solving: Took ownership of solutions, implementing bold ideas to achieve outstanding results.
- Team Health: Contributed to team health through honest feedback, process iteration, and improvement.
- Guidance and Mentorship: Guided the team in making optimal technical and product design decisions, mentoring engineers on best practices and standards.
- Transparent Communication: Communicated transparently and proactively, defining scope, breaking down tasks, and managing risks and changes.
LearnPlatform, Raleigh, NC
Test Engineer
December 2018 – February 2019
- A/B Testing: Conducted A/B testing to optimize user experiences and drive data-informed decisions.
- Customer Support: Diagnosed and resolved customer issues, providing timely and accurate solutions.
- QA/UAT Testing: Performed thorough QA and UAT testing on releases before production, ensuring product stability and quality.
Onslow County Schools, Onslow County, NC
Assistant Principal and Teacher
August 2012 - June 2018
- School Improvement Leadership: Played a pivotal role in transforming three underperforming schools, leading to the highest proficiency on NC testing standards.
- Educational Leadership: Led teacher teams through the overhaul of lesson planning processes, aligning educational strategies with student needs, and improving overall teaching effectiveness.
- Recognition and Achievement: Successfully led a team of teachers to achieve AVID National Demonstration Site status, showcasing excellence in educational practices.
Education
UNC-Wilmington
Master of School Administration
August 2010 - June 2012
Elon University
Bachelor of Social Studies Education
August 2003 - May 2007