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Taylor Mohney

Verified Expert in Engineering

Software Engineer and Developer

Las Vegas, NV, United States

Toptal member since October 4, 2022

Expertise

Web Development Front End Back-end Developers Node.js JavaScript PHP CSS jQuery React.js SQL Python Angular Slack Development

Bio

Taylor is an experienced software engineer with a background in building scalable systems in fintech, entertainment, and blockchain industries. He is an expert in JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React, React Native, Next.js, Angular, SQL, AWS, Firebase, data science, and blockchain technology.

Portfolio

U.S. Department of Defense

Kubernetes, Docker, React, Go, Amazon Web Services (AWS), ESLint, Prettier...

Apple

Node.js, JavaScript, Vue, Vuex, Express.js, MongoDB, Chatbots...

Webflow, Inc.

React, Node.js, JavaScript, Amazon Web Services (AWS), QA Testing, Jest...

Experience

JavaScript - 10 years
Node.js - 10 years
Web Development - 10 years
React - 8 years
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency - 8 years
Angular - 7 years
TypeScript - 7 years
Vue - 6 years

Preferred Environment

React, Node.js, Vue, Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript, GitHub, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The most amazing...

...thing I’ve developed is a mempool monitoring system built with React, Node.js, TypeScript, and DynamoDB to intercept threats on the Ethereum network.

Work Experience

Senior Full-stack Developer

2024 - PRESENT

U.S. Department of Defense

Designed a scalable mesh network topology to support N-to-N peer connections, reducing connection latency by 30% and improving overall video call quality.
Developed a peer-to-peer video conferencing application using WebRTC, React, and TypeScript, achieving 99.9% uptime in production.
Spearheaded the development of a secure RESTful API using Node.js and Express, facilitating data exchange for a sensitive data processing application with an encryption layer that enhanced data confidentiality by 50%.
Implemented WebSocket for real-time communication and ICE protocol for NAT traversal, increasing connection success rates by 25%.

Technologies: Kubernetes, Docker, React, Go, Amazon Web Services (AWS), ESLint, Prettier, React Router, Redis, Software Architecture, Prisma, ETL, ETL Tools, Data Scraping, NgRx, Chart.js, Supabase

Node.js Developer

2023 - 2023

Apple

Orchestrated dialog flow logic and conversation design, leveraging deep understanding of chatbot mechanics, along with innovative problem-solving skills, using Node.js and Python.
Sculpted user interfaces catering to business users, striking a delicate balance between aesthetic appeal and functionality. Used Node.js Express to enhance user experience.
Engaged with a diverse team of 30+ engineers, designers, and project strategists, driving the development and implementation of sophisticated technical solutions using tools like Radar, Jira, and Slack for efficient coordination.

Technologies: Node.js, JavaScript, Vue, Vuex, Express.js, MongoDB, Chatbots, Artificial Intelligence (AI), REST APIs, Axios, ESLint, Prettier, React Router, Redis, Software Architecture, Prisma, ETL, ETL Tools, Data Scraping, NgRx, Supabase

Front-end Engineer

2022 - 2023

Webflow, Inc.

Revamped the dashboard by migrating it from Angular to React, giving it a fresh and modern look. Implemented API hooks using React Query.
Collaborated with a team of 25+ software engineers, product managers, designers, and QA analysts in an autonomous, supportive team environment.
Refactored existing components and code paths into clearer, standardized, documented, and testable API-driven boundaries, often resulting in 100%+ faster page load speeds.
Built and maintain unit and integration tests using Jest and Cypress.

Technologies: React, Node.js, JavaScript, Amazon Web Services (AWS), QA Testing, Jest, Cypress, Flux Architecture, React Query, Emotion Library, Express.js, Webpack, REST APIs, Material UI, Data Visualization, ESLint, Prettier, React Router, Software Architecture, Prisma, NgRx, Chart.js

Senior Full-stack Developer

2022 - 2022

Risen One Consulting

Modernized the legacy codebase into front-end React/Vue/Angular frameworks, improving load times by over 300% and dramatically enhancing the end-user experience.
Tracked assignments and bug fixes using the Zenhub ticketing system.
Refactored the PostgreSQL database architecture, allowing for improved user preference tracking.
Led and supported a team of 30+ engineers in development, bug fixes, and continuous integration and development of forest service applications as a senior developer.
Implemented SAML SSO authentication, allowing users to authenticate simultaneously on multiple service applications with only a single identity service provider.

Technologies: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Angular, AWS Lambda, Back-end, Front-end, Node.js, HTML, CSS, RxJS, TypeScript, Mapbox, APIs, Gatsby, jQuery, WebSockets, NestJS, Web Applications, Vue, Nuxt.js, Vuex, .NET, PHP, Express.js, Webpack, Material UI, Data Visualization, D3.js, Axios, ESLint, Prettier, React Router, Redis, Software Architecture, Prisma, ETL Tools, NgRx, Chart.js

Senior Full-stack Web3 Developer

2022 - 2022

TitaniumRacer

Developed from the ground up a web3 ecosystem, ERC-20 token, ERC-721 generative NFT line, a front-end React application, and a back-end Node.js/TypeScript API.
Tracked and managed the tasks of other team members using the Jira ticketing system.
Managed discord in the community, growing membership by over 300%.
Led a team of 10-15 engineers, artists, UI designers, and marketing specialists to develop a novel blockchain gaming project and foster a growing community around the project.

Technologies: React, Solidity, Node.js, TypeScript 3, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Slack, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), Front-end, Back-end, HTML, CSS, Web, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, SQL, Next.js, Mapbox, React Redux, WebRTC, APIs, Vercel, Web Applications, Axios, ESLint, Prettier, React Router, Redis, Software Architecture, Prisma

Full-stack Web3 Developer

2022 - 2022

Coinbase

Audited 400+ contracts expanding the organization's reach in cryptocurrency technologies by over 90% with a team of 30+ engineers.
Led a team of more than five analysts. Met service level agreements over 90% of work weeks.
Developed mempool monitoring and attack interception systems in React, Node.js, and PHP. Saved the company millions in losses.
Designed and implemented back-end systems to handle high-traffic loads and maintain performance under heavy usage. Utilized various techniques such as database optimization, caching mechanisms, and asynchronous processing.

Technologies: React, Node.js, Solidity, Front-end, Back-end, Smart Contracts, Web3.js, Ethers.js, JavaScript, Amazon Web Services (AWS), AWS Lambda, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon SageMaker, Jira, Slack, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), HTML, CSS, Styled-components, Web, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, SQL, React Redux, WebRTC, APIs, Gatsby, WebSockets, Web Applications, Storybook, PHP, Express.js, Webpack, Material UI, Data Visualization, Axios, Prettier, React Router, Redis, Software Architecture, Chart.js

Full-stack Blockchain Developer

2021 - 2022

FateXDAO

Developed Three.js/React landing page elevating the image of the service.
Developed smart contracts for the harmony blockchain allowing for decentralized liquidity pooling service in solidity.
Reported progress of development to stakeholders directly during weekly standups.

Technologies: React, Three.js, Node.js, Solidity, Slack, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), Front-end, Back-end, Python, HTML, CSS, Web, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, SQL, Bootstrap, Next.js, APIs, jQuery, Tailwind CSS, Vercel, Web Applications, Express.js, Webpack, Material UI, Data Visualization, D3.js, Prettier, React Router, Redis, Software Architecture, Chart.js

Senior Full-stack Developer

2021 - 2022

Zenbase

Developed a production-ready app from scratch. Developed 100% of the entire back end, front end, and database.
Created novel smart contracts to reward users in native crypto-tokens for meditation.
Advised a team of over ten junior engineers to meet the needs of stakeholders.

Technologies: React, Node.js, Solidity, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Full-stack, Jira, Slack, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), Front-end, Back-end, HTML, CSS, Web, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, SQL, Bootstrap, WebRTC, APIs, Tailwind CSS, React Native, REST APIs, Prettier, React Router, Redis, Software Architecture

Lead Software Engineer

2015 - 2022

The Blockchain Co

Developed dozens of Web3, React, and Node.js applications. Led a team of more than seven engineers to meet stakeholder specifications.
Brought to market over 30 novel applications in the spaces of decentralized finance, gaming, and crypto trading.
Audited hundreds of smart contracts resulting in hundreds of thousands saved by clients.

Technologies: React, Node.js, TypeScript, Solidity, Rust, Angular, Vue, Three.js, Amazon Web Services (AWS), GitHub, Heroku, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Slack, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), Front-end, Back-end, Laravel, PHP, Next.js, HTML, CSS, Styled-components, Web, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, WebGL, SQL, Bootstrap, Mapbox, React Redux, APIs, Gatsby, jQuery, WebSockets, Tailwind CSS, Metrics, Vercel, NestJS, Web Applications, Python 3, Django, C++, Express.js, Webpack, Material UI, D3.js, Axios, Prettier, React Router, Redis, Software Architecture

Experience

Mempool Watcher

This is a novel web3 integrated mempool and on-chain monitoring a response system developed for Coinbase. I utilized a React front end and a Node.js/TypeScript back end with a DynamoDB database and API hosted on AWS. This project has allowed blockchain security throughout the organization to identify and respond to Web3-related threats before they happen.

Brave Browser

https://brave.com/

Assisted in developing an open source, a privacy-centric browser that rewards users in cryptocurrency for the right to advertise to them. Worked with a team of over 50 open source contributors to collaborate on development, bug fixes, and Git issues.

Disney+ Clone

This is a clone of the Disney+ website, complete with reactive login functionality and live content. I built this project to experiment and deepen my understanding of styled components and Firebase architecture. The app is built with a React-Redux front end on a Node.js back end and features a Firebase JSON (NoSQL) database.

Education

2017 - 2020

Specialization in Computer Science

University of Nevada Las Vegas - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Certifications

APRIL 2025 - PRESENT

AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty

Amazon Web Services

MARCH 2024 - PRESENT

Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional

Amazon Web Services

FEBRUARY 2024 - PRESENT

Certified Developer – Associate

Amazon Web Services

DECEMBER 2023 - PRESENT

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Amazon Web Services Training and Certification

Skills

Libraries/APIs

React, Node.js, Vue, WebGL, WebRTC, React Redux, jQuery, React Query, REST APIs, React Router, NgRx, Chart.js, D3.js, Web3.js, Three.js, RxJS, Vuex, Emotion Library, Amazon API

Tools

Jira, Slack, Amazon SageMaker, Webpack, Prettier, Prisma, Auth0, GitHub, AWS IAM, AWS CloudFormation

Languages

TypeScript, JavaScript, PHP, HTML, CSS, SQL, Python 3, C++, Python, Solidity, Rust, TypeScript 3, Go

Frameworks

Angular, Redux, Laravel, Next.js, React Native, Django, Express.js, Material UI, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, NestJS, Nuxt.js, Jest, Cypress, .NET

Paradigms

ETL

Platforms

Visual Studio Code (VS Code), AWS Lambda, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Web, Amazon EC2, Docker, Mapbox, Vercel, Heroku, Blockchain, Firebase, Kubernetes

Storage

PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB, Amazon DynamoDB, Google Cloud, Amazon S3 (AWS S3), Amazon Aurora

Other

JavaScript Libraries, Web Development, Front-end, Back-end, Styled-components, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, APIs, Web Applications, ESLint, Software Architecture, ETL Tools, Gatsby, WebSockets, Metrics, Data Visualization, Axios, Data Scraping, Supabase, Smart Contracts, Ethers.js, Full-stack, Storybook, QA Testing, Flux Architecture, Chatbots, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Serverless, Lambda Functions, API Gateways, Load Balancers, Amazon Route 53, Amazon Kinesis, AWS DevOps, CI/CD Pipelines, AIOps, Machine Learning, Computer Science

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