Software Developer

Front-End | Solutions Engineer | Back-End

Welcome to my personal page! I'm a software developer with over five years experience building cool products. I enjoy using code to solve people's problems while learning new skills along the way. I didn't start out in tech, but early in my professional career I taught myself how to automate the boring parts of my day-to-day work. I realized that building solutions was what I wanted to be doing instead of just a side project, and have been enjoying it ever since. I'm always excited to learn new tech and I'm passionate about helping others on their journey into the tech industry (seriously reach out if you'd like someone to talk to or someone to practice interviewing with).

"I think one of Stephen's strengths is his comprehensive approach to problem-solving. He is open to discussing different ways to approach an issue and doesn't immediately go with the first solution that comes up."

Tech Stack

"Thank you for your meaningful contributions, your patience and diligence, your willingness to take on whatever challenge we needed to become better, and just your overall thoughtfulness in everything from team dynamics, to helping people feel heard, to just developer convenience."

History

  • Started Building with Gusto

    As a member of the Payments Team I've had the great opportunity to improve business critical systems with a focus on accuracy and scalability.


  • Began Career in Software Development at Bright.md

    I started as a junior engineer with Bright.md and quickly was able to advance in the company. A compassionate team combined with my willingness to take on any challenge accelerated my growth with the organization.


  • Volunteer Providing Technical Interviews with CodePath.org

    As often as I can I like to help others on their journey into tech by providing practice technical interviews and behavioral interviews.


  • Obtained Software Development Training at App Academy

    Honed skills as a software developer and created a foundation to take on any programming challenge.


  • Joined BlueTree Dental

    As an Operations Project Manager I aided in developing the structures of a new emerging business.


  • Worked at Fandango (formerly Quantum Rewards)

    I worked to develop automated systems to detect fraud, streamlined departmental processes, and managed vendor relations for all print production.


  • University of
    Nevada, Reno

    Earned a Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology and a Minor in Basque Studies.

    Graduated top 10% of class.


  • Peninsula College

    Graduated with honors and an Associate's Degree in the Arts.


"His pull request reviews greatly improved the quality and readability of my code and tests, and I don't think we'd have as complete test coverage as we do without his assistance."

School Projects