Summary
Innovative Tech Generalist with a robust background in frontend and backend development. Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript and Python, I excel at delivering high-quality software solutions across diverse projects, from greenfield initiatives to high-traffic distributed systems. Passionate about leveraging my technical expertise to drive impactful and efficient outcomes.
Professional Experience
Director of Engineering, Heirloom, Inc.
December 2023 - Present | Los Angeles, CA
- Scoped and led projects across backend, web, and iOS technologies, including analytics integration and Heirloom Creator search capabilities.
- Directed backend and frontend engineering teams, ensuring team satisfaction, timely project delivery, and continuous improvements in team velocity.
- Led DevOps and infrastructure initiatives that improved velocity across teams by tackling bottlenecks.
Tech Lead / Full Stack Senior Software Engineer, Heirloom, Inc.
January 2023 - December 2023 | Los Angeles, CA
- Created Heirloom's Verifiable Credential half-life system, including BIP32 HD wallet and DID management systems.
- Developed APIs, services, and frontend for Heirloom Creator's bulk, one-at-a-time, and auto issuance.
- Migrated all of Heirloom's users' and organizations' DIDs to use Polygon's DID method spec.
- Created style guides and best practices for API and types in TypeScript.
Tech Lead / Staff Software Engineer, Realtor.com
July 2021 - January 2023 | Los Angeles, CA
- Spearheaded SEO initiatives, backend systems optimizations, and JS to TypeScript migration.
- Led a team of 8 engineers and designers, increasing organization-wide velocity by 50%.
- Developed process documents and improved team management practices.
Full Stack Senior Software Engineer, PocketList, Inc.
December 2019 - May 2021 | Los Angeles, CA
- Managed the PocketList app on the App Store using React Native and Ruby on Rails.
- Developed Listings, Messages, and user profile features on my.pocketlist.app.
Backend Software Development Engineer, Amazon.com
August 2019 - December 2019 | New York, NY
- Designed and developed microservices to increase fraud detection in Amazon Ads by 25% using Java.
- Developed product and technology roadmap and strategy from concept to launch.
Software Engineer, Google, LLC
July 2018 - July 2019 | New York, NY
- Developed the ability to import 2D and 3D models into a web-based GUI editor for native AR effects.
- Created a web interface to optimize the experience of an RPC scheduler service.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Business Administration
University of Southern California, May 2018
Skills
- Programming Languages: JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, Python
- Experience with: Postgres, Redis, Docker, Google/AWS services
- Application Development, Systems Design, API Design and Development
- Continuous Integration/Continuous Development, Project Management
Contact Information
Email: carleubanksjr@gmail.com