Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Sarah Makai

New Orleans,LA

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Software Engineer

WebPT
Phoenix, Arizona
06.2021 - Current
  • Developed scalable web applications using JavaScript frameworks and RESTful APIs.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design user-friendly interfaces and features.
  • Mentored junior developers in coding best practices and software development methodologies.
  • Conducted code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to coding standards.
  • Optimized application performance through profiling and debugging techniques.
  • Implemented automated testing frameworks to improve software reliability and efficiency.
  • Engaged in Agile ceremonies, contributing to sprint planning and retrospectives.
  • Documented technical specifications for new features and system enhancements.
  • Implemented new features into existing software solutions.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure successful project completion within timeline constraints.
  • Resolved complex issues related to software applications quickly and effectively.
  • Investigated production issues reported by users and provided timely resolutions.
  • Performed unit testing on application components prior to release.
  • Optimized existing software systems for improved performance and scalability.
  • Led small development teams, overseeing project progress and mentoring junior engineers.

Software Engineer

By Light
McLean, Virginia
05.2020 - 06.2021
  • Developed software solutions using Agile methodologies for client projects.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather software requirements and specifications.
  • Conducted code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to best practices.
  • Implemented automated testing frameworks to enhance software reliability and efficiency.
  • Mentored junior developers on coding standards and effective problem-solving techniques.
  • Troubleshot software issues, providing timely resolutions for operational efficiency.
  • Participated in project planning sessions, contributing technical insights for project success.
  • Participated in regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss project progress, changes, challenges.
  • Analyzed user requirements to develop software solutions and created technical specifications.
  • Coordinated with quality assurance teams to ensure software met all testing criteria.
  • Utilized Agile methodologies to manage project timelines and deliverables efficiently.
  • Collaborated with UI/UX designers to improve software usability and user experience.
  • Researched new technologies and methodologies to propose innovative software solutions.

Software Engineer

Rezora
Boulder, Colorado
04.2017 - 05.2020
  • Developed software solutions using Agile methodologies for client projects.
  • Conducted code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to best practices.
  • Implemented automated testing frameworks to enhance software reliability and efficiency.
  • Troubleshot software issues, providing timely resolutions for operational efficiency.
  • Participated in project planning sessions, contributing technical insights for project success.
  • Utilized variety of engineering languages to develop web applications.
  • Participated in regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss project progress, changes, challenges.
  • Analyzed user requirements to develop software solutions and created technical specifications.
  • Coordinated with quality assurance teams to ensure software met all testing criteria.
  • Researched new technologies and methodologies to propose innovative software solutions.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements to decrease in support calls.

Software Engineer

Rapt Media
Boulder, COLORADO
03.2016 - 04.2017
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scope.
  • Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and standards.
  • Participated in daily stand-up meetings to discuss progress and roadblocks.
  • Implemented automated testing procedures to enhance software reliability and performance.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving software defects in a timely manner.
  • Documented technical specifications for new features and system enhancements.
  • Engaged in knowledge sharing sessions to promote learning within the team.
  • Analyzed user requirements to develop software solutions and created technical specifications.

Software Engineer

CommercialTribe
Denver, COLORADO
02.2014 - 03.2016
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scope.
  • Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and standards.
  • Participated in daily stand-up meetings to discuss progress and roadblocks.
  • Implemented automated testing procedures to enhance software reliability and performance.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving software defects in a timely manner.
  • Documented technical specifications for new features and system enhancements.
  • Engaged in knowledge sharing sessions to promote learning within the team.
  • Analyzed user requirements to develop software solutions and created technical specifications.
  • Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
  • Coordinated with quality assurance teams to ensure software met all testing criteria.
  • Researched new technologies and methodologies to propose innovative software solutions.
  • Utilized Agile methodologies to manage project timelines and deliverables efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music, Minored in Computer Science

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
06-2014

Skills

  • RESTful APIs
  • JavaScript frameworks
  • Software architecture
  • Problem solving
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Strong debugging
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • Project leadership
  • Technological integration

Affiliations

  • Music
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Reading
  • Cooking

Accomplishments

  • Earned Tech Lead Role at WebPT

Timeline

Senior Software Engineer

WebPT
06.2021 - Current

Software Engineer

By Light
05.2020 - 06.2021

Software Engineer

Rezora
04.2017 - 05.2020

Software Engineer

Rapt Media
03.2016 - 04.2017

Software Engineer

CommercialTribe
02.2014 - 03.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Music, Minored in Computer Science

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Sarah Makai