Welcome to My Portfolio
Software Engineer UX Designer Project Manager
I create beautiful, functional, and user-centered digital experiences that bring ideas to life through innovative design and clean code.
About Me
Hi I'm Mel, a professional problem solver who loves to utilize technology and collaboration to tackle complex challenges. I've been working in the industry as a Software Engineer for 6 years, gaining tons of experience maintaining enterprise systems throughout the software development lifecycle.
My greatest achievements have been coding for web applications in JavaScript, TypeScript and Java on agile teams. Whether unlocking new features or optimizing existing ones, I gravitate towards creative teamwork to produce excellent work. I graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology in 2019 with my bachelors in Software Engineering and a minor in Computing Security. Evolving user experiences to center accessibility is one of my favorite parts of my career.
In my free time I enjoy reading, petting my cat and painting. I volunteer with local environmental organizations to find ways to make pollutants pay for their impact on the community. Plus I love exploring the vibrant art and culture scene in Washington, DC, where I currently reside. If you want to get me talking ask me about section 230 internet laws or the local environmental policies impacting the NorthEast!
Skills & Technologies
6+ years working with JavaScript
4+ years developing with TypeScript
5+ years building React applications
2+ years mobile development with React Native
6+ years enterprise Java development
3+ years scripting and automation with Python
6+ years modern web development
5+ years database design and optimization
6+ years version control and collaboration
GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
5+ years working on agile teams
Six Sigma White Belt Certified
4+ years designing RESTful APIs and integrations
3+ years tracking user behavior and performance metrics
Google Analytics, DataDog
4+ years creating inclusive, WCAG-compliant experiences
1+ years leading technical projects
RIT Class of 2019
Rochester Institute of Technology
2014 - 2019
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Minor in Computing Security
Immersion in Deaf Studies
Current Location: Washington, DC
Living in Washington, DC
Art & Culture: Regular at Rhizome, a vibrant queer art space that showcases experimental and community-driven work
Nature in the City: Finding peace at the National Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, where urban life meets natural beauty
Internet Privacy Advocate
Internet Privacy & Freedom
Digital Rights: Passionate advocate for Section 230 protections and internet freedom
Privacy First: Believer in digital privacy as a fundamental right, not a privilege
Environmental Advocate
DC Environmental Work
Climate Action: Supporting local climate change mitigation efforts and policy
My Fav Tech Media
Portfolio
Services
UI/UX Design
Creating beautiful, user-friendly designs that engage and convert visitors.
Web Development
Building responsive, fast, and scalable web applications with modern technologies.
Agile Project Management
Leading agile teams as Scrum Master, coordinating releases, and managing the full development lifecycle from requirements to deployment.
IT Specialist
Combining software development expertise with technical support and customer service excellence to deliver enterprise solutions.
Experience
2013-2014
2015
2016
2018
2019
2019
2020-2021
2021-2024
2024-2025
2025-Present
Web Content Manager
Sunrise Movement DC
- Manage and optimize digital content strategy for DC's youth-led climate justice organization
- Develop accessible, mobile-first web experiences to support grassroots organizing and community engagement
- Collaborate with organizers and activists to create compelling digital narratives around climate action
- Implement inclusive design practices to ensure content reaches diverse communities across the DC area
- Support rapid response digital campaigns and action mobilization through strategic content deployment
App Developer
Able Opportunities
- Spearheaded a financial education app through the software development lifecycle from initial design through deployment, gaining key leadership and project management experience
- Developed cross-platform mobile applications using React Native with Expo framework
- Implemented accessibility-focused front end allowing users to input through text, images, audio, and video
- Utilized Continuous Deployment pipelines for releasing versions via Expo Application Services (EAS)
- Designed database to efficiently store and retrieve financial and shopping data
Software Engineer
Datto | Kaseya
- Originally started on the Datto Store team, then helped with the migration of Datto products into the Kaseya Store, and stayed on as an engineer for the Kaseya E-Commerce team
- Worked on an agile team of 10, leading the developers with knowledge sharing sessions and creating tickets with project management for upcoming sprint planning meetings
- Updated pricing based on new product rules and Salesforce integration
- Deployed releases and coordinated testing with QA and Product Manager
- Designed and managed architecture diagrams to help team understand system data flow
- Crafted improvements to Datto's E-Commerce Storefront with new React UI Components
- Spearheaded API project for new RESTful endpoints sending product information from NetSuite
- Built new purchase flows for different Subscription styles allowing more SKUs to be purchased online
Software Analyst
BioFortis
- Worked on a team of six developers in an agile environment
- Re-constructed Reports page based on user feedback for cleaner UI and better information display
- Coded new frontend features in HTML5/CSS/JavaScript and backend tasks in Java
- Created Liquibase scripts for updating SQLServer database
- Contributed to multiple JavaScript projects using ExtJS and React frameworks
Software Engineer
Comcast
- Implemented scripts for updating user data with Cucumber and Java
- Deployed and cut build releases to lower level environments in Jenkins
- Enhanced security features against XSS attacks
Software Engineer Co-op
Intuit
- Collaborated with Data Scientists to deploy their machine learning models to AWS SageMaker and quality checked the connecting S3 bucket of test data
- Built a progress bar using AngularJS to display the deployment status of models to test and production, and help update changes of data to test models on
Software Engineering Co-op
Blackbaud
- Implemented features for the company's main web application using AngularJS, CSS, HTML5, C#, and SQL
- Developed new internal tools and enhanced current features
Technical Intern
Harris Corporation
- Tested, verified, and validated software
- Wrote weekly meeting reports for software progress
Technical Intern
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab
- Researched network securities, resilience, and topologies
- Tested resilience and created a manual for a MATLAB program
Certifications & Training
Six Sigma White Belt
Quality Management Certification
Foundational training in process improvement, waste reduction, and quality management principles. Applied lean methodologies to streamline development workflows and improve team efficiency.
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Rochester Institute of Technology
2014 - 2019
Comprehensive education in software development lifecycle, system design, and engineering principles. Specialized coursework in computing security and accessibility design.
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®
Project Management Institute (PMI) - In Progress
Currently Studying
Pursuing CAPM certification with completed 25 credits of required Project Management Learning. Comprehensive study of PMI's project management framework, processes, and best practices across all project phases.
Get In Touch
Let's Connect
Ready to start your next project? Let's work together to create something amazing!
I'm always excited to discuss new opportunities, collaborate on interesting projects, or just chat about technology and software development.
Current Availability
🟢 Available for new projects and collaborations
Specializing in React, React Native, and full-stack web development
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