Education


2013

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Creative Writing

Chapman University

Expertise


  • Frontend/Backend Development
  • A/B Testing
  • Quality Systems Management
  • 3D Modeling / Animation
  • UI/UX Development
  • Standalone Application Development
  • Database Administration
  • Web Security

Skill Set


Programming Languages

  • C++
  • Java
  • PHP
  • C#
  • Ruby
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • LUA
  • Bash
  • PowerShell

Frontend

  • HTML
  • HTL
  • Liquid
  • CSS
  • Sass
  • React
  • jQuery

Backend

  • Node.js
  • GraphQL
  • Rest
  • JSON

Database

  • MySQL
  • MariaDB
  • GoogleSQL
  • PostgreSQL

Platforms & Frameworks

  • Adobe Experience Manager
  • WordPress
  • Apache Sling
  • OSGi
  • Apache Jackrabbit Oak
  • Bootstrap

Tools

  • Git
  • Docker
  • BigQuery
  • Looker Studio
  • Jira
  • Confluence

Work History


2022 – Present

Lead AEM Architect & Full-Stack Developer

Glidewell Dental

  • Served as lead architect of the main company website on Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)
  • Managed the backend development and upkeep of 13 WordPress satellite websites, streamlining content management processes across platforms.
  • Engineered an automated backend system that reduced content creation time by 60%.
  • Spearheaded the migration project for the main company website from Contentful to AEM without downtime, transferring over 2000 web pages.
  • Devised advanced analytics visualization dashboards, empowering Brand Managers to optimize marketing budgets based on conversion data.
  • Developed a custom UI tool for generating marketing campaign UTMs, bolstering accuracy and efficiency of campaign URL generation.
  • Acted as SCRUM Master, leading web team sprints in JIRA, which optimized project delivery timelines and team productivity.
  • Oversaw the Shopify e-commerce platform, utilizing Liquid and Ruby, to ensure seamless online sales operations.
  • Led the seamless integration of various 3rd-Party APIs across the main and satellite website.
  • Designed SQL databases in BigQuery for granular analytics data visualization.
  • Authored and updated comprehensive SOPs and developer documentation.

2016 – 2022

Full-Stack Web Developer & Digital Solutions Architect

CLEAR Solutions, Inc.

  • Designed and deployed the company website (clearsolutionscorp.com), enhancing the digital presence and user engagement.
  • Developed custom WordPress plugins tailored for marketing strategies and eCommerce functionalities, aligning with company goals.
  • Created automation tools and custom programs to streamline work tasks and visualize materials for assembly builds, improving operational efficiency.
  • Implemented standalone applications to ensure seamless data synchronization between the company ERP system and WordPress.
  • Utilized customer feedback and Google Analytics insights to refine website user experience, contributing to an increase in sales.
  • Authored several SEO-optimized blog articles, resulting in a 70% increase in Google visibility for targeted keywords.

2011 – 2016

Project Lead & Software Engineer

Viewpoint Games

  • Assembled and led a dynamic game design team, fostering collaboration across various technical and creative disciplines.
  • Oversaw the game’s online presence, including website management and engagement on forums and social media platforms.
  • Developed standalone developer tools and engine enhancements, significantly improving project workflow and efficiency.
  • Designed and implemented intricate gameplay systems for a Sci-Fi RPG, enhancing player experience and game mechanics.
  • Created and refined in-game characters and environments, closely translating concept art into 3D models, animations, and textures.

2010

World Designer

Blizzard Entertainment

  • Crafted immersive lore journals enriching players’ experience and deepening engagement.
  • Scripted captivating dialogues for mercenary companions, enhancing character interaction.
  • Leveraged LUA to develop complex routines and dynamic events, injecting vitality into hub areas across all acts.
  • Integrated conversational animations into dialogues, heightening storytelling immersion throughout the game.
  • Collaborated in recording sessions, liaising with directors and voice actors to bring characters to life with authenticity.