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Mark Spooner

Olathe,KS

Summary

Results-oriented and innovative Senior Software Engineer with 18 years of experience. Easily communicates complex technical requirements to non-technical stakeholders. Excellent leadership record of leading development teams in enterprise-wide development projects. A skilled team builder who is ready to take the next step up into managing development teams. Brings a fresh perspective with creative solutions to keep team members engaged and motivated.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Software Engineer, JavaScript

Grubhub
04.2017 - Current
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
  • Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.
  • Implemented agent interface between Zendesk and our backend systems.
  • Created and managed mapping via Google Maps API to track drivers and orders for our customers.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of development work, facilitating knowledge sharing among team members.
  • Conducted interviews and weighed in on hiring decisions.
  • Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.

Senior Software Engineer, JavaScript

The Nerdery
08.2011 - 04.2017
  • Organized and managed projects with development teams.
  • Wrote scopes of work to present to clients and engineers to ensure successful projects for everyone.
  • Estimated work hours and tracked progress using Scrum methodology.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
  • Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.
  • Led projects with tight timelines for major companies including 3M, Pepsi, Ford, and one project for the White House.
  • Worked on projects long term for Petfinder and Decopac that required backend development as well as frontend experience.
  • Conducted interviews and weighed in on hiring decisions.
  • Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
  • Part of the Front End Counsel, which wrote the standards and guidelines for the front-end developers across the company.

Owner

Big Red Beard Productions
01.2006 - 08.2011
  • Created websites for small to medium sized businesses, including e-commerce sites.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Wrote and developed scopes of work to ensure client and project successes.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Synchronized with other engineers across the world to deliver client work and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

  • Programming Languages: JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Ruby, Typescript, React, Python
  • Web application development
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Project Leadership
  • Microservices Architecture
  • Development Lifecycles
  • New employee mentoring
  • Continuous Integration and Deployment
  • Testing and debugging
  • Project Documentation
  • Software Development Lifecycle
  • Product Development

Accomplishments

  • Developed solid working knowledge of engineering, design and architecture as the Lead Software Developer on a team of six.
  • Developed software with datasets provided by the client that were used in a meeting with the White House and were well received by the President and Vice-President at the time.
  • Managed a team that created an entirely new front end for 3M including language localization with LTR and RTL languages including, Arabic, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
  • Implemented the interface at Grubhub so agents can use Zendesk paired with Grubhubs' internal systems.
  • Migrated software from non-React/non-Typescript codebase to React/Typescript codebase and changed it from a monolith codebase to subapps.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Coding and Programming
  • Video Gaming
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Designing and Printing 3D Models
  • Strategy Games
  • Avid Reader
  • Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Timeline

Senior Software Engineer, JavaScript

Grubhub
04.2017 - Current

Senior Software Engineer, JavaScript

The Nerdery
08.2011 - 04.2017

Owner

Big Red Beard Productions
01.2006 - 08.2011

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