Work Experience
EquipmentShare.com, Inc.
Senior Front End Developer
January 2017 ‒ Current
Remote
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Worked diligently to implement highly risk-resilient applications that would last for a decade or more
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Re-architected very large portions of existing applications into generalized, standalone libraries for re-use among all applications
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Performed root cause analysis of major problems, documented solutions and preventative measures, and maintained internal system-level documentation
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Interviewed and hired candidates with an interview team using a JavaScript interview project and loose script all written by me
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Led regular presentations on various topics to help foster a culture of learning and promote discussion of new or counter ideas
Top Skills
JavaScript
Sass
System Architecture
Documentation
Leadership
Education
Five-Star Technology Solutions
Senior Front End Developer & Front End Team Leader
October 2014 ‒ January 2017
Remote
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Refactored procedural, spaghetti PHP code into reusable class-based architecture based on a framework
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Architected entirely new website front end to replace legacy PHP with modernized JavaScript using data from an API
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Directed user experience development with site-spanning style components to implement designs and maintain a consistent look and feel
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Interviewed and hired candidates for inclusion on the team
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Led the front end development team by removing roadblocks, handling personnel issues, and delegating appropriately
Top Skills
JavaScript
Sass
System Architecture
Leadership
PHP
Veterans United Home Loans
Web Developer
March 2012 ‒ October 2014
Columbia, Missouri
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Architected and developed internal- and external-facing applications that drastically improved efficiency and customer satisfaction
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Iteratively designed and built applications under tight deadlines using constant feedback from product owners
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Managed my own tasks and, while on a project, delegated them to achieve peak efficiency
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Communicated effectively and frequently with product owners and colleagues for maximum effect
Top Skills
PHP
JavaScript
MySQL
CSS
System Architecture
Learning Web, Inc. / AdFreeq, Inc.
Front End Developer
August / September 2011 ‒ February 2012
Columbia, Missouri
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Responsible for interactive user interface designs and web–based application interfaces
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Built rich user experiences leveraging social media APIs and dynamic content
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Created valuable deliverables that demonstrated technical proficiency to investors and shareholders
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Administered and maintained web and email servers for both companies on a temporary basis
Top Skills
JavaScript
CSS
HTML
Rapid Prototyping
University of Missouri Recreation Center
RecTech Specialist
March 2010 ‒ March 2012
Columbia, Missouri
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Handled software projects for automating and improving in–house, behind–the–scenes operations
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Collaborated closely with other developers and designers to improve world–facing technologies
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Understood and completed assignments in a timely and efficient way
Top Skills
PHP
MySQL
JavaScript
HTML
Project Management
University of Missouri Recreation Center
Masters Swim Club Coach
January 2009 ‒ March 2012
Columbia, Missouri
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Created and maintained website for information and workout distribution
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Built lasting relationships with swimmers on a coach and personal level
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Communicated and coordinated with superiors regarding scheduling and organization
Lanit Consulting, Incorporated
Web Development Intern
May 2010 ‒ March 2011
Columbia, Missouri
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Updated projects to use current, often cutting–edge, technologies
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Worked on teams with other developers to bring changes to projects in a timely, complete manner
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Engaged coworkers in a mutual learning environment to improve understanding of problems and solutions
University of Missouri Research Reactor
Computer Support Services Student Assistant
January 2008 ‒ September 2010
Columbia, Missouri
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Supported employees of the reactor to solve computer-related problems
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Assisted Computer Support personnel in solving computer issues
University of Missouri Residential Life
Discovery, Responsibility, and Schurz Halls Master Treasurer
November 2007 ‒ May 2009
Columbia, Missouri
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Managed the floor funds for multiple buildings by balancing the master account
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Assisted eight floors in obtaining money by writing checks and keeping accurate records
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Performed the duties required seamlessly without prior knowledge of the position
Shop 'n Save
Checker (Cashier)
June 2008 ‒ August 2008
St. Louis, Missouri
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Scanned merchandise quickly and efficiently, often under stressful conditions
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Engaged each customer cheerfully, and initiated conversation with each person
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Handled thousands of dollars each day with no errors
Volunteer Experience
Central Missouri Humane Society
Advanced Volunteer
August 2012 ‒ July 2013
Columbia, Missouri
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Exercised and walked animals outside the facility
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Socialized animals with each other and with people
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Interacted with potential adopters and directed them appropriately
Animal Protective Association
Volunteer
August 2006 ‒ May 2007
Saint Louis, Missouri
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Cleaned and restocked cages and animal supply areas
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Greeted customers and assisted them if they desired to adopt an animal
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Built trust relationships with the animals to calm them while they were in the shelter
WCA Women's Swim Team
Assistant Coach
2003 ‒ 2007
Saint Louis, Missouri
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Helped coach manage team and paperwork
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Assisted swimmers in improving stroke mechanics
