Senior Front‑End Engineer specializing in React, TypeScript, and scalable front‑end architecture. Over a decade of experience modernizing large codebases, building design systems, and leading cross‑functional engineering initiatives. Proven success introducing Storybook‑driven component libraries, implementing monorepos, improving testing coverage, and driving organization‑wide front‑end standards. Adept at transforming legacy systems into efficient, maintainable, and well‑documented React applications while mentoring teams and improving development workflows.
Intralox // Senior Front-End Developer
Senior Front-End Developer, May 2024 - Present, Front-End Developer, January 2022 - May 2024, Remote
- Introduced Storybook and built a comprehensive, reusable component library that standardized UI patterns across multiple web properties and teams
- Led or contributed to major modernization efforts including rewriting legacy code into TypeScript, converting to a monorepo structure, improving component architecture, and establishing patterns for maintainable, scalable React development
- Customized Kontent.ai to empower non‑technical content creators to build and update pages while maintaining design consistency and reducing engineering bottlenecks
- Contributed to the design and development of a belt identification tool that unified previously siloed data sources for the first time in company history
Bricolage Academy // Innovator's Workshop Teacher
August 2020 - January 2022, New Orleans, LA
- Designed and delivered year‑long courses introducing students to coding, advanced manufacturing, and design thinking, translating complex technical concepts into accessible, hands‑on learning
- Managed and taught 225+ students across fourth through eighth grade, strengthening my ability to mentor, communicate clearly, and adapt explanations for different skill levels
iSeatz // Senior Software Engineer
January 2020 - June 2020, New Orleans, LA
- Led a componentization proof‑of‑concept that introduced a more modular React architecture, significantly reducing turnaround time across multiple partner platforms
- Mentored junior developers and pair‑programmed to build reusable React components powered by Redux Saga and a microservice‑driven backend
- Improved testing standards with Jest and Enzyme and drove documentation efforts to clarify architectural patterns during a multi‑year refactor
Justin is a Maker, LLC // Creative Technologist
June 2018 - January 2020, Various Locations
- Built interactive installations for Google initiatives using open‑source hardware and modern JavaScript frameworks, bridging physical computing with front‑end engineering
- Designed and fabricated a put‑to‑light warehouse management system integrated with a major retailer’s custom backend
- Produced hardware‑software prototypes for venture groups and experiential agencies, delivering fast technical validation for emerging product ideas
Sojourn Fare // Technical Co-Founder
October 2016 - April 2019, Chicago, IL
- Built a Node/Express API controlling sensors and actuators on Raspberry Pi hardware for an environmental control unit
- Designed, tested, and redesigned a comprehensive React front-end and MongoDB instance to enable users to have full control over their unit
- Sourced and evaluated sensors and actuators for the unit with the goal of increasing reliability and decreasing cost
Fjord (Accenture) // Creative Technologist
April 2017 - June 2018, Chicago, IL
- Built small‑run prototypes using open hardware and JavaScript frameworks to explore concepts in AI, IoT, and blockchain for client pitches
- Represented the technology team in design‑thinking workshops, helping clients understand technical possibilities and constraints
- Created hands‑on sessions teaching designers and analysts how to integrate code and hardware into their workflows
Capital One // Senior Product Specialist, Partnerships - Digital Innovation
October 2015 - April 2017, Chicago, IL
- Built software and hardware prototypes in JavaScript, C++, Python, PHP, and Swift to support new business pitches for major retail partners
- Utilized nascent technology to create digital and physical prototypes to help establish Capital One’s technological expertise with current and prospective partners
- Created interactive demos using emerging technologies to showcase Capital One’s innovations
- Developed a curated repository of prototypes and built WordPress‑based tools to streamline pitch creation
Critical Mass // Senior Developer
Senior Developer, May 2014 - July 2015, Developer, June 2013 - May 2014, Chicago, IL
- Built and maintained front‑end features for Nissan on a Java/Grails stack, collaborating with a small team to deliver reliable, production‑ready UI
- Led a refactor that reduced controller complexity by transitioning pages to a standardized Backbone.js MVC pattern and converting duplicated JavaScript into reusable components with Flight.js and Require.js
- Increased front‑end autonomy by implementing the first Gulp.js workflows in the Chicago office
- Strengthened community engagement by hosting local tech Meetups
Other Experience // Front-End at Topin & Associates, Kohl's, Gigity.TV
2011-2013