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Mon Sucher

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

As a seasoned Full-Stack Developer with over 18 years of experience, I have honed my skills in Python, Django, and modern web technologies. I have a proven track record of delivering innovative web solutions across various industries. My expertise extends to front-end development, back-end development, cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and project management. I have successfully led teams, managed complex projects, and collaborated with cross-functional teams. I am passionate about technology and committed to delivering high-quality, efficient, and user-centric solutions.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Consultant

The Code Braider LLC
Minneapolis, MN
10.2024 - Current
  • Provided tailored software solutions to clients across various industries.
  • Increased client satisfaction through clear communication and timely project delivery.
  • Expanded business network through strategic partnerships and collaborations.

Chief Technology Officer

Impact Inside, PBC
Minneapolis, MN
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Led the development and successful alpha launch of Impact Inside, a data-driven environmental platform, within 1.5 years.
  • Built a high-performing team, and worked with contractors to implement AWS, Terraform Cloud, IaC infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Leveraged Python, Flask, REST, Next.js, React, and MUI to build a scalable, user-friendly platform.
  • Leveraged the ChatGPT API to improve the overall user experience by generating a logic model called the Theory of Change.
  • Collaborate with a DevOps contractor to develop a data ingestion system, a data warehouse, and a data lake to support machine learning initiatives.
  • Aligned product strategy to increase transparency and accountability in the environmental sector, and experimented with various hardware and software solutions, such as IoT and SMS services, as methods of data ingestion.

Lead Developer & Product Owner

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
06.2020 - 12.2022
  • Collaborate closely with stakeholders and the team to deliver high-quality web applications using Python, Django, and Wagtail CMS.
  • Streamlined project management by centralizing project information and tracking, providing clear visibility to the CTO and CMO.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define product roadmaps, and prioritize features.
  • Improved communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders by translating complex technical concepts into clear, concise language.
  • Optimized application performance, and implemented robust security measures to protect sensitive data.
  • Successfully delivered three small-scale web applications using Wagtail CMS.
  • Played a key role in developing a large-scale learning portal for the MN Child Welfare project, supporting hundreds of social workers, trainers, and learners.

Web Application Developer

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
08.2016 - 12.2022
  • Developed and maintained web applications using Python, Django, Wagtail CMS, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap, and PostgreSQL.
  • Documented development processes and improvement suggestions.
  • Performed unit testing of the developed code to ensure quality assurance.
  • Configured settings in Django for production deployments on AWS Elastic Beanstalk, and S3.
  • Optimized existing code base by refactoring it into more maintainable modules.
  • Participated in Agile Scrum meetings to discuss sprint progress.

Seasoned Full-Stack Developer

Additional Experience
Minneapolis, MN
  • Developed expertise through diverse web development roles starting in 2005, including graphic design, UI/UX, PHP, ColdFusion, and Python.
  • Worked across diverse environments, from small businesses, startups, and development agencies, to large corporations.
  • Held positions at Leadpages, Best Buy, Horizontal Integrations, US Bank, Equus Computer, and Rental Research.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Multimedia & Web Design

The Art Institute International Minnesota
Minneapolis
05-2005

Associate of Applied Science - ECommerce

Brown College
Mendota Heights, MN
06-2002

Skills

  • Git, Subversion
  • Python, Django, Wagtail CMS, Postgres, MySQL, PHP
  • HTML, CSS, SCSS, and JS (vanilla)
  • React, Nextjs, Vuejs
  • REST API and API integrations
  • Bootstrap, MUI, Tailwind CSS, Foundationcss
  • AWS, CI/CD, Docker, and Bash scripting
  • Leadership and mentoring
  • Product and budget management

Certification

Scrum Alliance

  • Advanced Certified Scrum Master (ACSM)
  • Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)

Affiliations

Martial Arts

  • Kendo (Japanese fencing) - 3rd Dan
  • Kyudo (Japanese archery) - 1st Dan

Volunteering:

  • Minnesota Kyudo Renmei - Assist my Sensei with PHP and web development needs, as well as hosting events
  • Bridging

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

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Work Preference

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Contract WorkFull TimeGig Work

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionCareer advancementCompany Culture

Timeline

Independent Consultant

The Code Braider LLC
10.2024 - Current

Chief Technology Officer

Impact Inside, PBC
01.2023 - 09.2024

Lead Developer & Product Owner

University of Minnesota
06.2020 - 12.2022

Web Application Developer

University of Minnesota
08.2016 - 12.2022

Seasoned Full-Stack Developer

Additional Experience

Bachelor of Arts - Multimedia & Web Design

The Art Institute International Minnesota

Associate of Applied Science - ECommerce

Brown College
Mon Sucher