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Software Engineer and Developer
Location
Las Vegas, NV, United States
Toptal Member Since
October 4, 2022
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
Apple
Node.js, JavaScript, Vue, Vuex, Express.js, MongoDB, Chatbots...
Webflow, Inc.
React, Node.js, JavaScript, Amazon Web Services (AWS), QA Testing, Jest...
Risen One Consulting
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Angular, AWS Lambda, Back-end, Front-end, Node.js...
Experience
Availability
Part-time
Preferred Environment
React, Node.js, Vue, Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript, GitHub, Blockchain
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
https://disneyplus-clone-f554f.web.app/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.
Skills
Languages
TypeScript, JavaScript, PHP, HTML, CSS, SQL, Python 3, C++, Python, Solidity, Rust, TypeScript 3
Frameworks
Angular, Laravel, Next.js, React Native, Django, Express.js, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, NestJS, Redux, Nuxt.js, Jest, Cypress, .NET
Libraries/APIs
React, Node.js, Vue, WebGL, WebRTC, React Redux, jQuery, Web3.js, Three.js, RxJS, Vuex, Emotion Library, Amazon API
Tools
Jira, Slack, Amazon SageMaker, Webpack, Auth0, GitHub
Platforms
Visual Studio Code (VS Code), AWS Lambda, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Web, Amazon EC2, Mapbox, Vercel, Heroku, Blockchain, Firebase
Storage
PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Amazon DynamoDB, Google Cloud
Other
JavaScript Libraries, Web Development, Front-end, Back-end, Styled-components, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, APIs, Web Applications, Gatsby, WebSockets, Metrics, Smart Contracts, Ethers.js, Full-stack, Storybook, QA Testing, Flux Architecture, React Query, Chatbots, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Serverless
Education
2016 - 2020
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
University of Nevada - Las Vegas - Las Vegas
Certifications
DECEMBER 2023 - PRESENT
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Amazon Web Services Training and Certification
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