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Joel Stennett

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Summary

Full-stack software engineer with 4 years of experience building web applications, APIs, and system integrations using Python and Django. Skilled in automating workflows, improving system reliability, and leading projects from start to finish. Strong track record of collaborating with teams to deliver clean, scalable, and user-focused solutions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Software Engineer

Emory Solutions
08.2024 - 07.2025
  • Supported 6 distinct software projects, building and maintaining middleware APIs that connected internal systems with third-party platforms.
  • Built middleware APIs to connect internal and third-party systems for seamless data integration.
  • Designed backend services to sync data across platforms, reducing manual entry and errors.
  • Automated Test Data Creation using Power Automate Desktop.
  • Collaborated with clients when needed to refine requirements, explain technical approaches, and support successful project outcomes.

Associate Full Stack Developer

Simmons Foods
06.2021 - 07.2024
  • Maintained and enhanced 6 production apps (5 Django, 1 Symfony), delivering updates and resolving over 100 user-reported issues.
  • Built a digital sign-in system to replace paper processes, improving visitor tracking and audit readiness.
  • Developed an employee loyalty rewards app that increased user participation and workplace engagement.
  • Contributed to both backend feature development and bug resolution in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Honored with “Q3 2022 Cheers for Peers” award for innovative work and cross-team collaboration.

Freelance Projects

Personal
10.2023 - Current
  • Designed and launched Truk-It, a Django-based platform allowing users to request large-item deliveries. Built user authentication, delivery request functionality, and a basic frontend. Project concluded before launch due to a change in business priorities.
  • Developed an Ultimate Frisbee Simulator using Django and PostgreSQL that allows users to create players, form teams, and simulate tournaments with realistic gameplay based on probabilistic models.
  • Created a basketball recruiting website for athlete highlight videos and stats uploads with secure coach access. Integrated AWS S3 for media storage and implemented secure login and profile viewing.
  • Sole developer on all projects, managing frontend and backend development from concept to deployment.

Education

MBA -

John Brown University Graduate School
Arkansas
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

John Brown University
Arkansas
05.2021

Skills

  • Python
  • Django
  • REST APIs
  • Symfony
  • Flutter
  • NET Core
  • Power Automate
  • API integration

LINKS

  • Github.com/joelstennett81
  • Linkedin.com/in/joel-t-stennett

Timeline

Software Engineer

Emory Solutions
08.2024 - 07.2025

Freelance Projects

Personal
10.2023 - Current

Associate Full Stack Developer

Simmons Foods
06.2021 - 07.2024

MBA -

John Brown University Graduate School

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

John Brown University