Oct 2024 – Present

Independent Contractor – Full Stack Engineer

Self-Employed • Aliso Viejo, CA

• Client: CLEAR Solutions, Inc. (Jan 2025 – Present)
  • Migrated e-commerce from WooCommerce to Shopify (data migration, theme customization, app integrations), leading to a ~27.9% increase in sales YoY.
  • Built an internal quoting web app with business rules/templates, increasing quote generation speed by 80%.
• Client: Glidewell Dental (Oct 2024 – Jan 2025)
  • Stabilized post-migration AEM operations and delivered knowledge transfer/runbooks for authors and release.
  • Built custom checkout integrations (Shopify) and launched a self-service returns/warranty portal.
  • Implemented a mobile-aware coupon system with device targeting and single-use codes.

Feb 2022 – Sep 2024

Lead AEM Architect & Full-Stack Developer

Glidewell Dental • Irvine, CA

• 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. • San Clemente, CA

• 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 • San Juan Capistrano, CA

• 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 • Irvine, CA

• 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.