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Dominic Kenny

Dominic Kenny

Software Engineer
Austin,TX

Summary

I am a dynamic leader and critical thinker with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results in diverse roles, from Beverage Manager at Chef Savur Private Catering to Software Engineer at OSLabs. Skilled in crafting innovative solutions and fostering collaborative environments, I excel in analytical problem-solving and adaptability, driving projects to success while ensuring client satisfaction and team growth.

Overview

3
3

Years of software engineering experience

Work History

JavaScript Developer

GlobalLogic
Austin, TX
10.2024 - Current
  • Applied artificial intelligence best practices to ensure safe and reliable use of LLM tool.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
  • Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges.
  • Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results.
  • Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.

Software Engineer

DJK Creative
01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Discussed site and app requirements with clients to produce actionable development plans.
  • Spearheaded production of page content such as visuals and text copy to meet project specifications.
  • Maintained strict budgetary and scheduling guidelines to satisfy customers with high-quality, targeted designs.
  • Planned website development, converting mockups into usable web presence with HTML, JavaScript, AJAX, and JSON coding.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.

Software Engineer

OSLabs (Open Source)
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Constructed Apache Kafka clusters with KafkaJS and created high-throughput, durable data streams capable of scaling up to handle millions of messages per second while leveraging JavaScript to create a web friendly application
  • Created Kafka Integration Platform utilizing Prometheus' JMX Exporter, ingesting comprehensive stream health metrics including throughput, broker count, and CPU usage for infrastructure teams to monitor microservices
  • Utilized React to equip stateful containers with the above relevant Kafka metrics, then dynamically rendered customizable graph components with Chart.js/React integration to visualize live updating information about the user's Kafka cluster
  • Designed an extensible MongoDB database for our core persistence layer, managing team observability configurations in an ACID compliant manner while leveraging the performant read and throughput capabilities
  • Applied Vite for quicker full-page reload and generally streamlined developer experience due to more efficient HMR by exclusively employing ESM dependencies, not to mention its built-in testing library and it is platform agnostic leaving open the possibility of later migration to Typescript as a strongly typed alternative
  • Deployed KlusterFunk web application with Heroku's GitHub integration, exploiting the built-in ability of GitHub to automate testing, while adopting the auto deploy feature of Heroku to continuously update the site upon future iteration
  • Optimized frontend styling using Tailwind framework to embrace atomic CSS that offered customizable, individualized styling for each React component

Software Engineer

.join (Open Source)
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Updated existing MongoDB database to PostgreSQL giving the power to make more complex queries involving the many data points required by user-matching logic
  • Tested front end components, server requests, and database queries with Jest library, ultimately saving time on debugging and design in future expansion
  • Elected to optimize Redux setup with the following tools: Redux Toolkit circumvented large amounts of boilerplate code normally required, Thunk allowed for asynchronous requests, and Redux DevTools made tracking state easier with time-travel debugging

Software Engineer

GrocerEase (Open Source)
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Engineered JSX components within containers managing the business logic and state in React for a single-page, smart-rendering web application, therefore empowering developers to easily maintain modularity and reusability
  • Deployed webpack to reduce page load times by bundling files together in one import and included dev server with HMR for a better developer experience
  • Consolidated and modularized Sass style sheets by importing style sheets into one SCSS file so the HTML file requesting the styles could load the page faster

Beverage Manager

Chef Savur Private Catering
03.2023 - 09.2024
  • Prepared detailed ordering lists and inventory management for clients, ensuring precise quantities and high-quality ingredients.
  • Conducted on-site consultations to assess event needs, providing tailored recommendations for drink selections and service flow.
  • Expertly served at events ranging from intimate dinners of 6 guests to large gatherings of up to 200 attendees, consistently delivering exceptional service.
  • Crafted custom cocktails and curated wine selections using high-end ingredients, catering to the preferences of discerning guests.
  • Provided bartending services for high-profile clients, including C-suite executives from Domino's Pizza, University of Michigan surgeons, Michigan State hockey team, and University of Michigan football coaches

Tax Associate

H&R Block
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Prepared and filed individual and small business tax returns in one-on-one consultations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations.
  • Assisted clients in maximizing deductions and credits, providing tailored advice based on their unique financial situations.
  • Served as a Tax Pro for customers using online tax preparation software, answering tax-related questions and guiding them through the process.
  • Stayed up-to-date with the latest tax laws and software updates to provide informed and accurate guidance to clients.
  • Provided personalized tax planning strategies to help clients minimize liabilities and plan for future financial goals.

Bar Manager

Venue by 4M
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Organizing and creating menus for large private parties
  • Cocktail menu specials creation
  • Espresso bar experience
  • Working directly with ownership on developing a brand new bar program in a brand new restaurant
  • Worked service rail for restaurant drinks solo with full building

Sales Consultant

LaFontaine Automotive Group
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Achieved Top Gross Sales for the dealership during a competitive monthly sales event, earning a performance bonus.
  • Consistently surpassed monthly sales goals, contributing significantly to the dealership's overall success.
  • Demonstrated strong negotiation abilities, leading to a high closing rate and enhanced customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained an in-depth knowledge of vehicle features, financing options, and industry trends to provide exceptional customer service.
  • Built and sustained long-term relationships with customers, resulting in a high level of repeat business and referrals.

Restaurant Manager

The Lunch Room
01.2017 - 10.2021
  • Experience in all roles (busser, server, bartender, prep, line, manager, etc.)
  • In charge of POS systems and other technology systems
  • Hiring and training for FOH and bar
  • Alcohol ordering, bar management, and menu creation
  • Scheduling, payroll, and admin work
  • Running all-staff meetings
  • Conducting staff reviews and disciplinary meetings
  • Social media marketing
  • Handling all UIA matters through COVID closures
  • ServSafe Manager certification

Transportation Supervisor

Indiana University Campus Bus
08.2014 - 06.2016
  • 100 hours of training to obtain a CDL-B with passenger and air brake endorsements
  • Over 500 hours of driving on routes
  • No accidents
  • Completed training and worked as a supervisor
  • Dispatching solo for up to 5 routes and up to 15 buses at once
  • Directly supervise bus operators
  • Maintain the driver schedule
  • Daily operations such as data entry, stocking, reports, forms
  • Providing transportation for special events

Education

Advanced Immersive Residency - Software Engineering

Codesmith
12.2023

Master of Music - Double Bass Performance

Indiana University Bloomington
05.2016

Bachelor of Music - Double Bass Performance

Indiana University Bloomington
05.2014

Skills

Critical thinker - Leader by example - Empathetic collaborator - Love of lifetime learning - Analytical problem solving - Nimble adaptability - Open book communicator - Passionate about people - Ferociously independent - Creative by nature

Software

JavaScript (ES6)

TypeScript

Nodejs

ReactJS

Expressjs

Python

C-Programming

Technologies

Redux, Apache Kafka, SQL: (PostgreSQL - MySQL - SQLite), NoSQL: MongoDB, Mongoose, KafkaJS, Prometheus, Jest, Supertest, Vitest, webpack, Vite, Babel, Git/GitHub, Docker, Heroku, AWS: EC2 - EB - S3 - RDS - IAM, bcrypt, HTML, CSS, Sass, Tailwind, Grafana

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Interests

Homemade hot sauce, mushroom foraging, food and drink fermentation, classic car aficionado, stick shift driver

Web Portfolio

KlusterFunk: an open source platform for experienced developers working with Kafka to visualize key indicators of stream health. Developed under tech accelerator OS Labs (opensourcelabs.io).

https://klusterfunkk-606d2924e23f.herokuapp.com/

Timeline

JavaScript Developer

GlobalLogic
10.2024 - Current

Software Engineer

DJK Creative
01.2024 - 10.2024

Software Engineer

OSLabs (Open Source)
09.2023 - 12.2023

Software Engineer

.join (Open Source)
09.2023 - 12.2023

Software Engineer

GrocerEase (Open Source)
09.2023 - 12.2023

Beverage Manager

Chef Savur Private Catering
03.2023 - 09.2024

Tax Associate

H&R Block
01.2023 - 04.2023

Bar Manager

Venue by 4M
09.2022 - 12.2022

Sales Consultant

LaFontaine Automotive Group
03.2022 - 08.2022

Restaurant Manager

The Lunch Room
01.2017 - 10.2021

Transportation Supervisor

Indiana University Campus Bus
08.2014 - 06.2016

Advanced Immersive Residency - Software Engineering

Codesmith

Master of Music - Double Bass Performance

Indiana University Bloomington

Bachelor of Music - Double Bass Performance

Indiana University Bloomington

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