Hello,
I’m Justin Myers
Engineering Manager / Software Engineer
Skills.
Professional
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Veteran software engineer with over 15 years of experience with various technologies, project management, and project/technical consulting
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Proven track record of delivering high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutions for a variety of clients and industries
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Effective communicator known for strength of facilitation and building relationships with peers, team members and customers
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Management experience leading teams of developers, providing mentorship, training, code reviews, performance evaluations, and career guidance
Technical
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Typescript, C#, HTML5, CSS3, A11y(WCAG Compliance)
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React, React Native, TailwindCSS, Tanstack, Storybook, Playwright, SASS, Vite, Webpack
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ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework, SQL
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Prior experience with: Salesforce, Sitecore, Strapi, WordPress, Shopify
Professional Experience.
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Roadforge, Founding Engineer, 1yr 6mos
- Founding engineer responsible for architecting and developing all front-end interfaces using technologies such as Typescript, React, Tanstack Query, TaildwindCSS, Jest, and Playwright. Assisted in backend development and 3rd party integrations using C#, ASP.NET Core, PostgreSQL, and Entity Framework.
- Developed a customizable React component library with built-in accessibility features, such as semantic HTML structures and focus management, to streamline and simplify development processes and ensure consistent user experiences.
- Mentored more junior developers on best practices for React development and C# .NET backend integration, conducting code reviews and providing guidance on code structure, performance optimization, and accessibility compliance.
- Integrated PDF generation and document signing, allowing users to generate estimates, invoices, and customer statements on-the-fly. This feature streamlined administrative tasks and ensured legal compliance.
- Seamlessly integrated payment processing, enabling users to securely accept various payment methods such as credit cards and ACH. Allowed users to send payment requests directly from the platform, facilitating smooth transactions and reducing overhead.
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Principle Studios, Engineering Manager, 4 yrs
- Organize and lead client projects including building cloud-hosted web applications, business critical system migrations, technology re-platforms, provider service upgrades, web property acquisitions and new site implementations.
- Directly manage a 5-person engineering team across unique client projects, providing mentorship, training, code review and career guidance.
- Actively promote an inclusive and collaborative environment, fostering positive team culture and always seeking opportunities for continuous improvement .
- Manage all stages of the product lifecycle from planning, development, release management and post-release activities.
- Provide guidance for clients across a diverse set of industries on various activities, including CMS architecture and management, TypeScript-driven front-ends, and containerization architecture.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams to strategize on complex projects and technical integrations; Negotiate scope, assess impact of changes and mitigate risks in order to deliver successfully on schedule.
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Xcentium, Front-end Director, 1yr
- Organize and lead client projects including building cloud-hosted web applications, business critical system migrations, technology re-platforms, web property acquisitions and new site implementations
- Directly manage a 5-person engineering team across unique client projects, providing mentorship, training, code review and continuous career development
- Actively promote an inclusive and collaborative environment, fostering positive team culture and always seeking opportunities for continuous improvement
- Manage all stages of the product lifecycle from planning, development, release management and post-release activities
- Provide guidance for clients across a diverse set of industries on various activities, including CMS architecture and management, TypeScript-driven front-ends, and containerization architecture
- Collaborate with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams to strategize on complex projects and technical integrations; Negotiate scope, ensure operational readiness, assess impact of changes and mitigate risks in order to deliver successfully on schedule
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HERO Digital, Senior Front-End Developer, 4yrs
- Responsible for the architecture and development of HTML templates, CSS frameworks, and Javascript components in a multitude of projects.
- Worked with multiple developers and multiple teams to create large-scale systems using technologies such as AngularJS, KnockoutJS, SiteCore, Bootstrap, and Foundation.
- Worked independently through the use of Skype, Google Hangouts and various online communication tools. In addition, utilized Team Foundation Server, JIRA, and Github for online collaboration between multiple concurrent project teams.
- Provide documentation and training for other developers on best practices and solutions for front-end architecture.
- Develop middle tier solutions in C# to facilitate Angular front-end development.
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Charles Schwab, Front-End Developer, 1yr 1mo
- Translated wireframes and PSDs into pixel-perfect landing pages, email templates, and mini-websites for traditional browser and mobile platforms with a focus on accessibility.
- Responsible for development of reusable assets, including JavaScript libraries, HTML templates, and CSS frameworks, across all delivery platforms.
- Managed the development and communication requirements of multiple projects concurrently throughout all stages of development.
- Successfully launched over 50 web development projects, receiving multiple Marketing Excellence awards for my role as a front-end web developer.
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345th Tactical Psyop Co., US Army Reserve, 6yrs 6mos
Assistant Team Leader — Operation Iraqi Freedom
- Provide tactical PSYOP support to the US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) Counter-Terrorism Task Force Perform over twenty air-assault operations across Nothern Iraq
- Compile detailed village assessments containing demographic and infrastructure data on remote Iraqi villages
- Coordinate and oversee squadron-level dissemination of US themes and messages to the Iraqi populace through printed, audio and visual products (handbills, posters, DVDs)
- Coordinate with battalion staff and company commanders for pre-mission planning and intelligence
- Write and verify operational summaries and situation reports
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WebCE, Course Development Team Lead, 4yrs 6mo
- Manage a team of course developers for the production of over 300 e-learning courses
- Design and develop numerous applications to increase development speed and efficiency of course development department using VBA, C#, and XML
- Develop prototype interfaces for new content delivery software using Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript and ASP.net
- Edited and reviewed all courses for design and consistency using Microsoft Word
- Research and present new technologies to senior management
- Create graphics for print and online delivery using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Achievements.
Education
- University of Texas at Dallas, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, 2004
Certifications
- IAAP WAS(Web Accessibility Specialist) Professional, 2022
- Psychological Operations Specialist, JFK Special Warfare Center and School, 2006
- Paratrooper, US Army Airborne School, 2007
- Pathfinder, US Army Pathfinder School, 2010
- Commandant's List, Warrior Leader Course, 2010
Awards & Honors
- Key Contributor Award, Charles Schwab, 2013
US Army Reserve
- Army Commendation Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Medal
- Iraq Campaign Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
- Armed Forces Reserve Medal
- Parachutist Badge
- Pathfinder Badge