John Viercinski
Mullica Hill,NJ
Summary
Full-stack engineer with expertise in Ruby on Rails, React, and SwiftUI, passionate about building scalable and maintainable applications. Experienced in designing and developing end-to-end products, from backend architecture to frontend user experiences. Strong background in leading engineering teams, problem-solving, and delivering high-quality code in fast-paced environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager
Department of the Navy
03.1999 - Current
- Led 30+ engineers and program managers in delivering advanced hull, mechanical, and electrical solutions for surface combatant ships, ensuring sustainability and maintainability.
- Managed $300M+ in annual projects, optimizing resource allocation and delivering mission-critical outcomes.
- Provided technical expertise on power generation and propulsion systems, advising senior fleet officers and shaping operational strategies.
- Recruited and mentored top engineering talent, growing a high-performing team to meet evolving program needs.
- Spearheaded technology solutions that improved reliability and extended the lifespan of propulsion equipment, reducing failure rates.
- Defined budgets, developed technical schedules, and led key personnel to meet Pentagon-driven program goals with full project execution.
Founder/CTO
MJV Apps
01.2015 - 12.2024
- Built a two-sided marketplace web application connecting homeowners with local contractors, leading all aspects of design, development, and launch.
- Developed a Ruby on Rails backend and a ReactJS frontend, managing an international team to deliver a scalable, production-ready platform.
- Utilized data analytics and user feedback to refine the platform and optimize engagement
- Designed and built a SwiftUI iOS app, integrating it with the web-based API for seamless cross-platform data synchronization.
- Streamlined frontend development using Webflow, enabling rapid deployment of responsive landing pages without frequent code updates.
Education
Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering
University of Southern California
12.2013
Masters of Engineering - Systems Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06.2002
Skills
- Ruby on Rails – Built scalable backend systems for web applications, handling authentication, API endpoints, and database management
- React & JavaScript – Developed responsive, dynamic frontends with component-based architecture
- SwiftUI – Designed, developed, and tested iOS applications with modern UI frameworks
- DevOps & Deployment – Experience with CI/CD, AWS, Github, Heroku, Render
- Webflow & UI/UX Design – Built responsive, visually appealing landing pages and marketing sites using Webflow, ensuring clean layouts, strong branding, and an intuitive user experience Designed and implemented user-friendly interfaces that enhance engagement and conversion rates
Timeline
Founder/CTO
MJV Apps
01.2015 - 12.2024
Engineering Manager
Department of the Navy
03.1999 - Current
Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering
University of Southern California
Masters of Engineering - Systems Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Drexel University
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