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Andre Dickson

Greater Pittsburgh Region,PA

Summary

Frontend-focused Principal Engineer with 18 years of hands-on experience delivering scalable, high-performance web applications in enterprise and startup environments. Proven leader of cross-functional engineering teams (up to 8 developers), with deep expertise in Angular, TypeScript, Node.js, and AWS. Combines architecture-level thinking with user-first design. Adept at modernizing legacy platforms, driving CI/CD transformation, and mentoring developers. Actively seeking Principal Engineer or Engineering Manager opportunities to lead high-impact frontend initiatives.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Software Engineer

PNC Bank
05.2025 - Current
  • Completed code debugging, software troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and program reviews.
  • Maximized system uptime through proactive identification of potential issues using advanced monitoring tools and rapid resolution of incidents.
  • Installed and configured software applications and tested solutions for functionality.
  • Championed successful collaborations between engineering teams across multiple projects, fostering knowledge sharing and cross-team support.
  • Mentored junior engineers to strengthen their technical skills and improve overall team efficiency.
  • Oversaw development and implementation of company-wide change controls, policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Lead UI Engineer

AquaPhoenix Scientific
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Ensured adherence to established style guides and brand standards throughout all projects, maintaining visual consistency across platforms.
  • Mentored junior UI engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
  • Actively participated in sprint planning meetings, ensuring alignment between project goals and deadlines while addressing potential roadblocks early on.
  • Presented creative solutions to complex problems, resulting in increased client satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Contributed to the development of company-wide best practices for UI engineering processes, enhancing overall productivity levels within the organization.
  • Optimized web applications for speed, scalability and security.

Application Developer

Apex Solutions / Capital One
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and develop high-quality applications for various industries.
  • Developed custom solutions for clients based on their unique business requirements and objectives.

Angular Developer

Cognizant Softvision
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Worked closely with clients throughout the development process to gather feedback, ensuring that final products met their expectations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement new technology features.

Application Developer Lead

PNC Bank
07.2018 - 01.2022
  • Designed and launched a micro-frontend platform using Angular 14 and Web Components
  • Oversaw frontend engineering across multiple business units; led deployments and documentation
  • Integrated applications into CI/CD pipelines and modernized dev workflows using Docker and OpenShift
  • Explained project technical risks and benefits during project kick-off.
  • Updated technical documentation, product specifications, and technical training materials.
  • Reduced software bugs by conducting thorough testing and debugging procedures.
  • Enhanced application functionality by implementing new features and optimizing existing code.

Front-End Engineer

Celerity / Randstad Digital
12.2017 - 06.2018
  • Modernized UI using AngularJS and contributed to UX best practices

Senior Technical Consultant

PNC Bank
01.2016 - 01.2017

Front-End Developer

Rivers Agile
11.2014 - 05.2016
  • Built AngularJS applications with integrated UX workflows in agile sprints

Web Developer

DICK'S Sporting Goods
11.2013 - 11.2014
  • Developed responsive marketing pages and campaign landing sites
  • Created a product launch calendar that significantly boosted footwear sales

UX Developer

KnowledgePath Solutions
01.2013 - 12.2013

Senior Software Engineer

Think Through Learning
01.2011 - 01.2012

Education

Certificate - Multimedia (Web Development, IT, Video Production)

Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools
01.2005

Skills

  • Technical Leadership
  • Team Mentorship
  • Frontend Architecture
  • Angular
  • React
  • Full-Stack Development
  • Nodejs
  • TypeScript
  • NestJS
  • Agile Methodologies
  • SCRUM
  • Kanban
  • Cloud Platforms
  • AWS
  • GCP
  • Firebase
  • CI/CD Pipelines
  • DevOps Practices
  • Micro-Frontend Architecture
  • Testing
  • Unit Testing
  • Jasmine
  • Karma
  • E2E Testing
  • Cypress

Websites

Personal Information

Title: Principal Frontend Engineer | Engineering Leader

Portfolio Projects

Available upon request or at: linkedin.com/in/adickson311

Timeline

Principal Software Engineer

PNC Bank
05.2025 - Current

Lead UI Engineer

AquaPhoenix Scientific
08.2022 - 04.2024

Application Developer

Apex Solutions / Capital One
03.2022 - 07.2022

Angular Developer

Cognizant Softvision
01.2022 - 03.2022

Application Developer Lead

PNC Bank
07.2018 - 01.2022

Front-End Engineer

Celerity / Randstad Digital
12.2017 - 06.2018

Senior Technical Consultant

PNC Bank
01.2016 - 01.2017

Front-End Developer

Rivers Agile
11.2014 - 05.2016

Web Developer

DICK'S Sporting Goods
11.2013 - 11.2014

UX Developer

KnowledgePath Solutions
01.2013 - 12.2013

Senior Software Engineer

Think Through Learning
01.2011 - 01.2012

Certificate - Multimedia (Web Development, IT, Video Production)

Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools

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