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Development SeedSoftware Engineer
Jun. 2022Washington, District of Columbia, United States · RemoteAt Development Seed we build solutions that reveal insights about our complex and changing planet. Matt is a talented engineer with a diverse skill set that includes cloud and serverless architecture. He applies his knowledge and experience to create collaborative, open science applications. Matt has already jumped in to help with several of our projects that support NASA, including the Algorithm Publication Tool and the Report Generation Tool for the Satellite Needs Working Group at NASA Impact. He will help create incredible user experiences, seamless scalability, and excellent fault-tolerance for these projects and beyond. Matt will be a key asset to these projects, from design through implementation. Commercial Sattelite Data Acquisition project - 20 TB under management
BitfocusAWS Engineer
Apr. 2021 - Mar. 2022Las Vegas/RemoteAbout Bitfocus:
Bitfocus was a company that provided homelessness data management solutions through its software Clarity Human Services. As an AWS Engineer at Bitfocus, I: Implemented scalable web application infrastructure during periods of growth, specializing in serverless and fully-managed public cloud infrastructure while being competent in hybrid architectures.
Developed project plans, resource estimates, and implementation schedules for software engineering and infrastructure development projects.
Utilized multiple Infrastructure as Code languages including Python, Go, Terraform, YAML, Docker syntax, bash, and Amazon State Machine Lang to develop infrastructure.
Communicated effectively with team members, executives, and leadership while working in a 100% remote and fully distributed team across multiple US and European time zones.
Helped the company transition to a serverless, scalable environment through the migration of their existing infrastructure while minimizing disruption of mission-critical processes.
Collaborated with team mates and reported progress using Jira, Monday, and Agile methodologies. Technologies I used to implement scalable solutions:
AWS Elastic Container Service
AWS Fargate
PHP Yii
Docker
Containerization
Project Planning
System Design
AWS Amplify
Sav.comCloud Engineer
Apr. 2020 - Apr. 2021Chicago, Illinois, United StatesPython Developer and Developer Operations Engineer
- Architect web applications using Python deployment architectures
- Performs tasks with minimal direction and oversight on multiple projects with fast, efficient timelines
- Develops software in multiple languages
- Maintains positive communications with customers to inform new features, database driven automations, and production release environments as part of the software development cycle
- Provides product support, highlights important issues while supporting and troubleshooting deployment and production issues
- Utilize system dashboards to monitor metrics, triggers, and establish alarm states
- Builds systems with maximum availability for mission critical processes
- Collaborates with team mates and reports progress using Jira and Agile methodologies
General AssemblySoftware Engineering Immersive Student
Mar. 2019 - Jun. 2019Greater Chicago AreaSoftware Engineering Immersive, 12 weeks over 500 hours of programming, data structures, algorithms, and application design patterns. Software Development Projects: Draw!
Cowboys, rancheros, guerreros... Known by many names, the lifestyle and epic tales of these North and Central American legends is the stuff of fascination. "Draw!" brings the intensity of a gun duel to the mobile web! "Draw" is a two-player web-based game that was built with Object Oriented Programming principles. Technologies:
▫Javascript
▫Templating EJS ▫Object Oriented Programming in Javascript Freelab
The number of U.S. freelancers hit 57.3 million in 2019, and over the next five years millions more are expected to opt into this non-traditional form of employment. Freelab is meant to guide those that are planning to walk this road by showing the necessary steps to start a freelance business. Freelab is a guide that shows how it is possible to commit to a full-time freelancing career with the right amount of courage, information, and preparation.
Front End Technologies:
▫React.js
▫Styled Components Back End Technologies:
▫Express
▫Mongoose
▫MongoDB
All Chicago Python Developer | Training Coordinator
Mar. 2018 - Feb. 2020Chicago, ILMaintains Python scripts and SQL stored procedures utilized for reporting dashboards, data matching, and data requests
Creates and maintains data dictionary and business rules catalog to support critical ongoing operations and cloud migration of on-site SQL database
Manages Git/Github version control and documentation for scripts, daily automations, and dashboard reporting scripts
Builds Python API client services using Flask Framework
Training Coordinator and LMS Manager for community of 60+ companies
Manages Learning Management System (LMS) with 850+ users (99.7% Active Users)
Contributes to knowledge base of resources for Chicago HMIS Information system with 1,200+ users
Well-versed with legacy information systems common in civic, healthcare, and business processes
Startup WeekendCo-Organizer | Volunteer within the global grassroots movement of leaders and entrepreneurs
Nov. 2017 - Jan. 2019Greater Chicago AreaVolunteer Co-Organizer of Startup Weekend Chicago with a team of local, active, and dedicated members of the entrepreneurship community. Community engagement with Chicago area startup ecosystem Learns from established entrepreneurs from Startup weekend and other seed-stage programs
Develops thematic open innovation events under the Startup Weekend global brand
Learn, Network, Startup. Startup Weekend Chicago relaunches in December 2017.
BoschInnovation Management Intern
Dec. 2016 - Mar. 2018Greater Chicago Area- Supported strategic business fields (SBFs) in Corporate Innovation Office, Advanced Engineering Development (DREMEL), and Mobility/Shared Mobility. - Implemented innovation and digital communication strategy for internal innovation initiatives
- Developed and executed a communications strategy that covered 4 established locations, 2 incubator organizations, and 2 university partnerships.
- Lead ‘Guided Discovery’ workshops with multiple business domains to break down silos
- Created brand stories, user stories, wireframes, and paid search strategies - Designed and executed user research workshops
LoqalusCommunity Manager | Enabling you to discover what's happening in your community
Jul. 2016 - Jul. 2017Chicago, ILLoqalus.com was a startup based in Chicago, USA. As Community Manager, I served as go-between our platform and our users (SMBs in retail, tech, niche industries, agencies, and professional services). Acted as the listener and liaison between developer and our users Published on-boarding and best-use practices for our web-based product
Devised and scheduled a multi-platform social media plan
Incorporated direct engagements and varied content types (direct engagements, multimedia mix, and featured, promoted, and shared content)
Client: Maison de HajProject Manager | Rebrand, Retain, and Grow
Feb. 2016 - Sep. 2016Chicago, ILThe client, Maison de Haj, sought to increase efficiency within the high-end textiles industry by addressing sales pipeline, administrative, and organizational challenges. Implemented and customized appropriate softwares to allow easier internal information sharing, communications tracking, and centralized data. Rebranded and redeveloped website - from interactive user flow to conversion copy and photography layout. Worked closely with innovation consultant from Edelman PR.
Columbia College ChicagoGallery Manager
Jul. 2015 - Jan. 2016Department of Exhibitions, Performance, & SpacesRan Student Exhibition Program, a two-week professional exhibition program for Undergraduate and Graduate students at Columbia College Chicago
Organized exhibitions and residency programs, including research, communication, fabrication, marketing, layout and installation.
Executed interactive digital components to complement exhibitions
Assisted with research and writing for exhibition educational guides
Kavi GuptaFabricator, Artists Assistant
May. 2015 - Dec. 2015Chicago, ILCreated print and digital graphic templates for events and exhibitions. Scaled digital photographs to create physical models for exhibition and event spaces. Maintained, archived, and added to internal database of press, patrons, and collectors for communications and marketing.
Department of Exhibitions Columbia College ChicagoCuratorial Assistant
Sep. 2014 - May. 2015Chicago, ILAssisted with research and writing for exhibition educational guides Provided research resources for artists and clients Developed exhibitions through research. Provided curatorial research assistance for DEPS curators, student curators and visiting curators. Assisted with development of DEPS exhibitions including research, communication, design, writing, layout and installation. Gave exhibition tours of DEPS exhibitions Assisted with research and writing for exhibition educational guides
Museum of Contemporary PhotographyCollections Researcher
Sep. 2014 - Feb. 2015600 S Michigan AvePerformed and compiled written research for museum Directors to use in Fundraising, Acquisition, and Board presentations. Supported museum staff in collections, documentation, and archiving of cultural artifacts. Research, write, and edit for the museum's Midwest Photographers Project. Write and edit materials for Acquisitions
Museum of Contemporary PhotographyMuseum Intern
Sep. 2013 - Feb. 2015S. Michigan. Chicago, ILSelected on a highly competitive basis, Museum Interns assist the professional staff in exhibition preparation, installation and documentation, security, general research, collection preparation for archival storage, opening and closing receptions, clerical duties, museum maintenance, and errands.
ING Financial PartnersIntern
Jan. 2013 - Nov. 2014Chicago RegionalGuiding member of team directed to ideate vision and direction for institutional relationships. Coordinate team of interns, steering new members and tracking results.
MasGlass Studio - Chief Designer Michael AmisStudio Assistant
Oct. 2011 - May. 2013Bloomington/Normal, Illinois AreaAssisted artist Michael Amis in producing large scale work for commercial clients. Responsible for initiating foundational structures and handling.
McLean County Arts CenterAssistant to Director and Project Coordinator
Jan. 2011 - Nov. 2011Bloomington/Normal, Illinois AreaAssisted Executive Director with programming, membership drives, special events, creative fundraising, and general promotion of the Mclean County Arts Center.
Assisted Preparator and Curator with installation and de-installation of exhibitions
Utilized the center's data reference and collection systems
Pratt Fine Arts CenterGallery Attendant
Apr. 2010 - Nov. 2010Tashiro-Kaplan GalleryPerformed duties as Art Handler and Gallery Attendant
Issued consignment and sales information
Recipient of Italo Scanga Scholarship 2010-2011
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