David Mieloch

With 31 years' experience in the digital signage industry, Scala is known globally as the leader in stable, secure network deployment at scale.

• Spearheaded re-architecture of Scala's 'Designer' product to address previous issues with lack of typing, React patterns, and custom libraries, significantly reducing bugs and enhancing performance and development efficiency.
• Boosted team productivity by 30% by implementing modern React patterns, TypeScript, Redux, and Atomic Design principles, combined with a reusable component library, resulting in faster delivery of frontend features, improved code quality, and a 15% reduction in frontend development time.
• Developed key platform features, including a template builder tool and Node.js microservices for efficient project loading and screenshot generation, enhancing user engagement and operational performance.
• Implemented Puppeteer, Bull Queue, WebSockets, and Docker Compose to develop robust and scalable solutions, enhancing system reliability and performance.
• Implemented automated code quality enforcement with Prettier, ESLint, and Husky, rewriting code and blocking commits on detection of errors to ensure high standards across projects.
• Optimized development workflows by creating tailored VSCode tasks, debugger profiles, and workspaces, significantly boosting team productivity.

DrayNow, often described as the 'Uber for trucking,' operates as the first real-time marketplace designed to seamlessly connect intermodal freight with carriers, optimizing logistics and transportation efficiency.

• Managed critical crisis by leading rewrite of poorly developed React Native app after an external team missed significant deadlines. Delivered stable, feature-complete app using TypeScript and TDD, demonstrating technical proficiency and a commitment to quality software.
• Converted five major areas of web platform to component and atomic design patterns, leading to a 30% reduction in bugs and a 25% increase in developer productivity, as measured by deployment cycles and peer feedback.
• Mentored five junior engineers, reducing onboarding time by 40%, which enhanced their confidence and technical skills. This led to a measurable increase in project delivery speed, contributing to 30% faster completion of major project milestones.

OTG is at the forefront of airport dining innovation, integrating technology into the dining experience with tablets at every seat. This allows millions of travelers daily to order food directly from their table, enhancing service efficiency across entire airport terminals.

• Lead Developer, OTG Order Ahead: Spearheaded development of 'Order Ahead' web app, enabling passengers to order food from OTG airport restaurants for gate-side pickup. Integrated dynamic menu data across national locations using Redux for in-memory state management, resulting in a 20% increase in order throughput and customer transactions.
• Lead Developer, Cart Screen Replacement Micro Front-End: Led redesign and implementation of cart screen using React Native Web within iOS WebView, facilitating 30% faster updates and enhancing customizability for airline branding and promotions. Achieved a 25% reduction in manual software updates needed across terminals.
• Co-Lead Developer, In-App Ad Display Generator Micro Front-End: Co-developed a flexible, template-driven advertisement system, increasing marketing campaign update speed by 50% and enhancing user engagement metrics by 15% within 'Concierge' app.

Gramercy Tech specializes in event technology, offering innovative solutions like event management apps and immersive AR/VR experiences. They enhance both virtual and in-person events, making them memorable and engaging with cutting-edge tech and creative design.

• Master A Million™ Platform: Led comprehensive development of Master A Million™ mobile app and web platforms using React Native, React.js, and Ruby on Rails. The app and toy received significant recognition, winning Parents’ Magazine's "Best of Toy Fair" NYC and the Swedish Toy Awards' "Activity Toy of the Year."
• TD/Ameritrade VR Charity Bike Ride: Engineered a dynamic leaderboard application with React.js, Meteor, and MongoDB, boosting participant interaction by 30% during live VR charity events.
• Novartis Pharma Event Enhancements: Delivered engaging interactive photo booths and animated displays using React.js, Redux, Meteor, and MongoDB, increasing event participation by 25%.
• Jack Daniels Distillery Interactive Experience: Developed a sophisticated backend data management panel using Refinery CMS and Ruby on Rails that powered a large touchscreen table, enabling interactive viewing of historical images and videos, enhancing visitor engagement..
• Innovative R&D Project: Integrated a Raspberry Pi with a fiber optic laser, using Python and breadboard, enabling the interactive use of fiber optic light stands with event software, demonstrating advanced control solutions and enhancing event ambiance.

UniqueSound was an innovative platform connecting content creators with curated music composers. It enabled composers and sound designers to showcase their work and get hired by global brands. As part of Techstars NYC, UniqueSound enhanced collaboration and workflow in the music industry, offering unique solutions for pitching and collaboration.

• Accelerated Platform Growth: Developed persona-driven landing pages that significantly boosted creator marketplace platform growth by tailoring content to attract and engage targeted audiences.
• Content Strategy Leadership: Built and led a team of bloggers to produce high-quality, original content, driving a substantial increase in site traffic and user engagement from target personas.
• Optimized Advertising Spend: Managed and optimized search and social advertising budget, effectively promoting original content through digital ads, resulting in higher ROI and increased brand visibility.

Saturn Business Systems, provides integrated IT solutions, including data center and cloud solutions, big data analytics, and cybersecurity. They partner with top technology manufacturers to deliver customized solutions for clients in finance, telecom, retail, healthcare, and education.

• Revamped Online Presence: Designed a new company website and implemented a HubSpot blog for content marketing, significantly enhancing company's digital footprint and lead generation capabilities.
• Cultivated Industry Expertise: Sourced and developed data governance experts into thought-leaders and sales consultants, strengthening company's reputation and driving industry influence.
• Created High-Impact Sales Collateral: Produced a comprehensive suite of sales materials, including white papers, case studies, videos, blogs, and data sheets, empowering sales team with compelling content to drive conversions and client engagement.