- JavaScript | ES5 | ES6
- TypeScript | React | Next.js | Redux
- Node.js | Nest.js | Express.js
- HTML | CSS | Sass | LESS
- Tailwind CSS
- Restful APIs
- MongoDB
- GraphQL
- MySQL | PostgreSQL
- Serverless architecture
- Firebase
- GCP (Google Cloud Platform)
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- AWS EC2 | S3 | RDS | Lambda | Aurora | DynamoDB | Elastic Beanstalk | EBS | etc
Zach Friedel
Senior Software Engineer
Summary
As a Full-Stack Developer with a decade of hands-on experience in the industry, I blend technical expertise with creative problem-solving to develop innovative and functional web applications.
My approach is user-centric, ensuring solutions not only meet immediate needs but also align with emerging industry trends.
In team environments, I excel in driving projects from concept to completion, fostering collaborative growth and effective communication.
My adaptability and commitment to continuous learning make me a versatile asset in any tech development setting.
Work experience
Senior Software Engineer
Arizona Autism
2020-112024-01
- Developed and maintained pediatric therapy web applications, focusing on user-friendly interfaces for children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
- Implemented interactive and accessible designs to boost user engagement, especially in therapeutic and educational content.
- Collaborated with therapists and healthcare professionals to incorporate clinical requirements into functional app features.
- Partnered with UX/UI designers to create intuitive applications tailored to the needs of children with developmental disabilities.
- Utilized Agile methodologies for efficient delivery of application updates and new features.
- Coordinated with various teams to ensure development goals were aligned with Arizona Autism's mission.
- Mentored junior developers, promoting a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous skill growth.
- Kept up-to-date with emerging web technologies and best practices, integrating these into ongoing development work.
- Conducted comprehensive testing (unit, integration, and user acceptance) to guarantee application reliability and performance.
- Resolved bugs and performance issues, upholding high standards of software quality and user experience.
Achievements:
- Successfully developed and launched web applications that have significantly improved the therapy experience for pediatric patients and therapists.
- Recognized for innovative problem-solving and technical proficiency in developing applications that meet the unique needs of users.
- Contributed to the digital transformation of therapy services at Arizona Autism, enhancing the accessibility and effectiveness of pediatric care.
Skills: JavaScript · TypeScript · React.js · Next.js · Node.js · NestJS · HTML5 · Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) · REST APIs · MongoDB · Serverless Computing · Amazon Web Services (AWS) · Git
Senior Software Engineer
FIXER Inc
2018-042020-11
At FIXER Inc., a leader in Microsoft Azure implementation and cloud solutions, I was instrumental in developing and maintaining a B2B SaaS product designed for Azure cost management.
- Crafted both the front-end and back-end of a robust web portal, utilizing JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Next.js, Node.js, and Nest.js.
- Focused on creating a user-friendly and efficient interface for Azure cost management, catering to the needs of businesses.
- Managed an extensive software stack, taking on significant DevOps responsibilities typically handled by a dedicated team.
- Ensured seamless integration and functioning of the product, contributing to the overall reliability and performance.
- Tackled challenges associated with interfacing complex third-party APIs, ensuring they were effectively integrated into our product for enhanced functionality.
Throughout my tenure at FIXER Inc., I played a pivotal role in strengthening the cloud computing solutions, directly contributing to the position as a leading Azure solutions provider.
Skills: JavaScript · TypeScript · React.js · Next.js · Node.js · NestJS · HTML5 · Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) · SASS · REST APIs · MongoDB · Serverless Computing · Amazon Web Services (AWS) · Git
Software Engineer
Exodus Movement Inc
2016-012018-04
- Crafted a flexible, tailor-made cloud business management solution for small to medium enterprises.
- Architected front-end and back-end modules for a cryptocurrency exchange aggregator and trading platform, complete with a desktop client and several server-side services.
- Significantly boosted user experience by doubling the performance of API endpoints via a redesign of the database access architecture, which involved bypassing ORM and employing stored procedures.
- Streamlined application maintainability by devising generic logic with JavaScript and TypeScript for retrieving rows from any table, greatly reducing the need for multiple APIs.
- Woven third-party services and APIs into projects for flawless integration with other platforms, covering aspects like payment processing and data retrieval tasks.
Skills: JavaScript · TypeScript · React.js · Redux.js · Node.js · Express.js · HTML5 · Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) · SASS · Tailwind CSS · REST APIs · MongoDB · Serverless Computing · Amazon Web Services (AWS) · Git
Software Engineer
Commit Good
2012-052015-12
- Constructed and managed multiple applications, offering tech guidance for project layout and execution, primarily focusing on full-stack development using React/React Native for frontend and Node.js for backend.
- Developed the Crescent Ford dealership app with React and React Native, providing customers with inventory search, maintenance scheduling, and live chat options.
- Created the RowFlow app using React and Node.js, facilitating information exchange between college users and sorority officials.
- Constructed the Roof Gravy app, an online project management platform for roofers, using React and Node.js for smooth operation.
Skills: JavaScript · TypeScript · React.js · Redux.js · Node.js · Express.js · React Native · Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) · HTML · REST APIs · MongoDB · Serverless Computing · Amazon Web Services (AWS) · Git