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Johnathan Gray

Johnathan Gray

Houston,TX

Summary

Strategic technology leader deeply aligned with LivingLynk’s mission to connect vulnerable populations to safe, supportive living environments. Proven expertise in architecting modular, secure platforms encompassing listing management, intake pipelines, and role-based dashboards. Adept at building and mentoring cross-functional teams—including frontend, backend, DevOps, and UX/UI professionals—to deliver high-impact solutions through agile and iterative development. Strong advocate for security-first design principles, with hands-on experience implementing HIPAA, SOC2, and GDPR-compliant data practices. Committed to rapid prototyping and customer validation to ensure continuous alignment with user needs and organizational goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder, Coach, Software Lead

INOV83D
01.2023 - Current
  • Designed and led development of secure, scalable SaaS systems for coaching and intake automation.
  • Built role-based access platforms with real-time dashboards and internal CDN deployment.
  • Integrated front-end web components and backend Elixir services for seamless UX.
  • Prototyped solutions aligned with LivingLynk's mission to empower vulnerable populations through tech.

Independent Software Consultant

Self-employeed
01.2014 - Current
  • Created real-time dashboards and client platforms using pure JavaScript.
    Collaborated across various industries on rapid prototyping, API integration, and scalable front-end development.
  • Coached engineering candidates and developed tools for interview preparation.
  • Presented product demonstrations to clients, showcasing features and benefits that met their specific needs.

Director of Technical Operations

The Vardo Agency
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Managed video production, audiovisual integration, and customized software automation. Directed cross-functional teams to deliver software solutions and marketing campaigns.

CTO / Chief Design Officer

GeoGro
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Led the product architecture for the award-winning NASA Plant the Moon project, designing and developing core hardware and software systems for robotics automation and plant growth analytics. Contributed to business assets and strategic plans, aligning technological innovations with sustainable applications, ensuring both technical feasibility and market viability for space agriculture.

Systems Architect & Engineer

Church Theaters
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Developed a custom CRM platform backed by O-Auth and CDN using Elixir and JavaScript. Managed the delivery of technical aspects and marketing campaigns.

Robotics & Lean Systems Engineer

Firefly Aerospace
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Developed and implemented robotic systems along with 3D CAD workflows. Built automation dashboards for aerospace research and development.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science

College of The Desert
Palm Desert

Some College (No Degree) - Art & Business

Copper Mountain College
Joshua Tree, CA

Some College (No Degree) - Cellular And Molecular Biology

University of California Riverside
Riverside, CA

Vocational LIcense - Advance Neuromuscular Therapy

National Holistic Institute
Glendale, CA
08.2013

Skills

  • Frontend: JavaScript (ES6), Web Components, HTML5, CSS3, Shadow DOM
  • Backend: Elixir (Phoenix), Nodejs, REST APIs, O-Auth, JSON Schema
  • Systems/Native: C, C#, Robotics, CNC, RPA, BAS
  • DevOps & Infra: Docker, VPN, Internal CDNs, Secure Role-Based Access
  • Automation: Workflow Automation, Home Automation, System Integration Testing
  • Design: UI/UX, CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, AV Systems
  • Strategic thinking
  • Entrepreneurial and innovative
  • Ethics and integrity
  • Visionary leadership
  • Start-up operations
  • Business development

Timeline

Founder, Coach, Software Lead

INOV83D
01.2023 - Current

Director of Technical Operations

The Vardo Agency
01.2023 - 01.2025

Systems Architect & Engineer

Church Theaters
01.2023 - 01.2024

CTO / Chief Design Officer

GeoGro
01.2022 - 01.2025

Robotics & Lean Systems Engineer

Firefly Aerospace
01.2021 - 01.2022

Independent Software Consultant

Self-employeed
01.2014 - Current

Vocational LIcense - Advance Neuromuscular Therapy

National Holistic Institute

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science

College of The Desert

Some College (No Degree) - Art & Business

Copper Mountain College

Some College (No Degree) - Cellular And Molecular Biology

University of California Riverside

Awards

NASA Plant the Moon Innovation Award (GeoGro)

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