About Mike

Hello,

As someone who thrives on creativity and problem-solving, I've found my sweet spot as a front-end engineer in bridging the gap between design and development. My passion lies in crafting efficient, reusable component systems that bring interactive interfaces to life. I'm dedicated to ensuring these interfaces not only scale seamlessly but also remain engaging, accessible, and a joy for users to experience.

Skills

  • Javascript & Typescript
  • React JS & Redux
  • HTML
  • CSS & SCSS
  • Bootstrap [4,5] & Chakra UI
  • Styled Components
  • Git & GitHub
  • Webpack & Gulp
  • Wordpress
  • Knowledge of WCAG 2.1
  • Project management
  • Agile Methodologies & workflows
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Creating & maintaining design systems
  • Estimating & planning work
  • Troubleshooting & problem solving
  • Mentorship

Work Experiences

Koddi

Frontend Engineer II: Jan 2024 - Present

Frontend Engineer: Nov 2022 - Jan 2024

As a Frontend Engineer II at Koddi, I plan, lead and contribute to many features for Koddi’s advertising program management tool, Koddi Ads. To enhance the user experience of the product we work daily with a number of other modern JS packages such as React, Redux, Typescript and Chakra UI.

Successful initiatives of mine that have driven growth, quality and efficiency, include component library and design system enhancements, unit testing strategies, and seamless Auth0 integration. I am recognized as a leader for mentoring peers and leading successful project executions, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Temple University

Adjunct Professor: August 2022 - April 2024

As an adjunct professor at Temple University, I teach “Intro to Web Design”, a virtual class held once a week. The class teaches all years and majors of students the basics of designing and building simple static websites, with HTML, CSS, and Javascript.

o3 World

Frontend Engineer: March 2022 - Nov 2022

As a Frontend Engineer at O3 World, I delivered high quality UI and Front end solutions to help solve our client's technical problems. Outside of contributing to a variety of React, NextJS, Wordpress and Drupal projects, I collaborated with clients and peers to ensure projects are delivered on time without having to compromise quality.

When not working with clients I championed building yeoman generators, for building boilerplate react and drupal design systems, including storybook, and an entire library of basic components.

Ikea

Software Engineer: November 2021 - March 2022

As a Software Engineer at IKEA, I was responsible for implementing features, refactoring existing code, and remediating bugs, in their online store's checkout process. By collaborating with other engineers and product owners around the world, we were able to create a product that is used by all nations IKEA has a presence in. Utilizing front-end technologies, such as ReactJS, Redux, Typescript, Styled components, and a custom design system, we are able to build out a reliable yet dynamic solution that allows people around the world the ability to purchase goods from IKEA.

Donorperfect

Fontend Developer: December 2020 - November 2021

As a Front-End Developer at Donorperfect I was responsible for bringing our team’s designs to life within our various products. I combine the creativity and empathy of a UX Designer with the skill set of a Front-End Developer. I served as a User Interface/Front-end Developer building our UX Chapter’s designs and assisting in its integration within applications by our Product Development squads.

By utilizing front-end technologies, such as ReactJS, SCSS, Webpack, and Git, I was able to create reusable components, with a consistent look and feel for myself and other developers to use while building new features for our client retention service, DonorPerfect.

Web & Design Team Lead: January 2019 - December 2020

As a Web & Design Team Lead, at Donorperfect, I was mainly responsible for leading large web development and design projects, for Donorperfect’s Marketing Sites while mentoring other team members in design and code. Outside of design and web development I was responsible for managing a team of designers and developers. I also created and implemented project management processes for the entire marketing team.

Senior Web & Graphic Designer: January 2018 - January 2019