About Me
- Strumming my guitar
- Hitting the gym
- Studying Japanese
- Studying aviation
Impact & Metrics
Projects
Congo Prime | Front-End Engineer
Built a dynamic reviews section for an e-commerce platform using React.js, Axios, and Styled Components. Leveraged realistic data to mimic popular review systems.
Developed RESTful APIs with Node.js and integrated with MongoDB. Deployed on Amazon EC2.
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Scalify | Backend Engineer
Refactored a legacy codebase using PostgreSQL, reducing query times by 50%. Ensured ACID compliance for robust database operations.
Implemented caching with Nginx and LRUCache. Achieved 1,000 requests per second with sub-50ms latency using k6 stress testing.
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AutoZone
Technical Lead
Spearheaded the development of cutting-edge UIs using React and Next.js, driving innovation on the commercial side of the business. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that enhanced user experiences.
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Launch By NTT Data
Senior Software Engineer
Delivered high-impact projects as a contractor for AutoZone, leveraging expertise in React and Node.js. Successfully transitioned into a full-time role at AutoZone due to exceptional performance and contributions.
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Nexient
Junior Software Engineer
Engineered responsive and intuitive user interfaces for DTE Energy, utilizing modern front-end technologies. Collaborated closely with designers and backend developers to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.
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JavaScript
TypeScript
React
React Native
Expo
CSS
HTML
Redux
React Query
NextJS
Figma
Python
GitLab
GitHub
Node.js
Dynatrace
Firebase
AWS
Jira
Azure
Career Journey
Hack Reactor Bootcamp
Completed an immersive Full Stack Software Engineering Bootcamp (Nov 2020 - Feb 2021), mastering JavaScript, React, and Node.js to launch my tech career.
Moved to Seattle
Relocated to Seattle, Washington, to immerse myself in the Pacific Northwest tech scene and begin my professional journey.
Software Engineer at Nexient
Started at Nexient (Mar 2021) supporting DTE Energy as a client developer. Built responsive user interfaces with React and Node.js, developed an Amazon-style stepper for service status tracking, and contributed to field safety reporting applications for electricians.
Advanced at Nexient
Took on more complex projects, migrating backend services from PostgreSQL to Microsoft Azure and building Node.js services to log job completions and report safety issues in the field.
Moved to San Francisco
Relocated to San Francisco, California, to join Launch by NTT DATA and work on high-impact projects in the heart of the tech industry.
Software Engineer at Launch by NTT DATA
Contracted to AutoZone (Nov 2023 - Mar 2024) where I led front-end development for Shop Referral, a React-based feature integrating Google Maps API. Worked independently as the primary front-end developer, delivering on tight timelines and earning a full-time offer.
Moved to Memphis
Relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, to accept a full-time role at AutoZone based on exceptional performance as a contractor.
Software Engineer at AutoZone
Transitioned to full-time (Mar 2024), developing and maintaining features for AutoZonePro.com, a B2B platform generating ~$1B in annual revenue. Performed midnight production deployments with zero critical failures and collaborated with security team to address front-end vulnerabilities.
Enrolled at Pima Community College
Started pursuing an Associate's degree in Philosophy (Jan 2024 - Present), balancing continuous learning with professional growth.
Promoted to Technical Lead at AutoZone
Promoted to Technical Lead (Present), leading the front-end team through a major modernization project. Migrated legacy JSP codebase to React, built a feature flag system for controlled rollouts, and continue to lead bi-monthly midnight production deployments with 100% success rate.