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Tim Maina

Staff Software Engineer, Frontend
Loma Linda,United States

Summary

  • As an experienced frontend engineer with over 15 years of experience, I uniquely integrate my digital marketing acumen with advanced technical skills to develop cutting-edge software solutions. With a deep expertise in both web and mobile development through React and React Native, I bring a versatile skill set that covers the full spectrum of frontend and backend technologies, though my primary focus has particularly been in crafting aesthetically pleasing client-facing interfaces, my ability to also navigate backend complexities ensures full-stack versatility, enhancing project adaptability.
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  • My digital marketing experience provides me with a unique perspective on user engagement and conversion, enhancing the user experience of the products I develop. I am passionate about leveraging new technologies to craft innovative solutions that genuinely improve people's lives. My approach is characterized by creativity, self-motivation, and a results-oriented mindset.
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  • Additionally, I take pride in mentoring developers, sharing my knowledge and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within teams. This blend of skills and experiences makes me a distinctive asset in the tech industry, driving both technical excellence and market relevance in the projects I lead.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Software Engineer, Frontend

Prime Therapeautics (via TEKSystems)
Minneapolis, MN
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Recruited specifically for a strategic overhaul of a React application, where I established and enforced best practices, setting a new standard for development excellence
  • Played a key role in refining the project roadmap, implementing strategic adjustments that significantly boosted execution efficiency and project delivery timelines
  • Led a dynamic team of six engineers, guiding project direction, fostering team collaboration, and ensuring the successful delivery of critical development milestones
  • Designed and delivered a comprehensive React training program for engineers lacking previous experience, effectively leveling up the team and enhancing project capabilities
  • Developed and instituted frontend (FE) standards, harmonizing development practices across all frontend applications and significantly improving code quality and maintainability
  • Conducted extensive training sessions on the latest frontend technologies, architectural patterns, and best practices, elevating the skillset across various frontend teams
  • Fostered cross-team collaboration, sharing best practices and troubleshooting frontend challenges, thereby enhancing overall development efficiency and product quality
  • Provided direct reports to the project management and executive teams, offering insights and updates on project progress, milestones achieved, and strategic recommendations
  • Demonstrated exceptional efficiency by completing a year-long contract within just three months, delivering high-quality work ahead of schedule and exceeding expectations.

Staff Software Engineer (Remote)

Sweater
Boulder, CO
07.2021 - 04.2023
  • Lead a small team of software engineers in the development of Sweater's mobile app from scratch, ensuring high-quality code and timely delivery
  • Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement to increase efficiency and productivity within the software engineering team
  • Conduct regular code reviews and provide feedback and guidance to ensure the team's adherence to best practices and maintain high-quality code standards
  • Collaborate with product managers and designers to understand project requirements, propose technical solutions, and ensure alignment between development and business goals
  • Collaborate with the design team to ensure the mobile app's user interface and user experience align with Sweater's brand and design guidelines
  • Mentor junior software engineers and provide guidance on best practices and industry standards to help them improve their skills and contribute to the team's success
  • Analyze and optimize the performance of the mobile app to provide a smooth and seamless user experience, taking into consideration factors such as load times, responsiveness, and memory usage.

Senior Software Engineer, Frontend (Remote)

SoFi
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2018 - 07.2021
  • Initiated and curated an internal Component Library, becoming a cornerstone resource for frontend teams at SoFi, fostering code reusability and consistency across projects
  • Implemented rigorous code review processes, elevating development standards and ensuring adherence to best practices across all software engineering teams
  • Actively mentored new software engineers, providing regular coaching and structured training sessions to accelerate their professional growth and integration into the team
  • Offered pivotal technical leadership to junior developers, guiding them in the application of software engineering best practices and advanced coding techniques
  • Identified and addressed inefficiencies in system architecture, proposing and implementing robust solutions that streamlined operations and enhanced system performance
  • Spearheaded application optimization efforts, employing strategies such as tree shaking, code splitting, server-side rendering (SSR), and comprehensive code refactoring to boost app speed and efficiency.

Software Engineer, Frontend

SoFi
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Successfully led the complete overhaul of the Member Dashboard application, transitioning it from Angular to React, significantly enhancing UI responsiveness and user experience
  • Developed innovative user interfaces that enhance the overall user experience and drive user engagement
  • Developed and maintained efficient, reusable, and reliable frontend code
  • Collaborated with UX designers and product managers to understand requirements and translate them into beautiful and intuitive user interfaces
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and backend engineers to develop new features and enhance existing ones
  • Implemented performance optimizations to improve frontend load times and overall user experience
  • Stayed up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies in frontend development
  • Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to coding best practices and maintain code quality
  • Collaborated with data scientists to analyze user behavior and create personalized user experiences
  • Collaborated with the marketing team to develop and implement strategies for improving customer acquisition and retention through the frontend interface
  • Developed and implemented strategies for improving accessibility and inclusivity through the frontend interface
  • Collaborated with the engineering team to identify and implement new frontend technologies and frameworks that can enhance the overall performance and functionality of the Member Dashboard app.

Frontend Engineer

iCentris
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2017 - 08.2017
  • Worked on breaking out of a Ruby on Rails app into a SPA using React / Redux and moving the rails app into an API driven application that will eventually be replaced with micro services
  • Our team rewrote the existing application and adding new features into React while still learning the Rails system and help maintain it
  • Contribute to the development of a robust and scalable frontend architecture that supports the transition of the Ruby on Rails app into a single-page application (SPA) using React / Redux
  • Collaborate with backend engineers to integrate frontend components into the API-driven application
  • Collaborate with backend engineers to develop APIs for microservices architecture
  • Implement performance optimizations to enhance the speed and responsiveness of the frontend application, improving the user experience and reducing loading times
  • Optimize frontend performance to ensure fast and seamless user experience
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior frontend engineers to improve their skills and knowledge in React, Redux, and frontend development best practices
  • Develop and maintain documentation for frontend architecture and APIs.

Software Engineer

STANCE
Las Vegas, NV
05.2015 - 04.2017
  • Design and develop scalable and efficient software solutions for web and mobile applications that meet the specific requirements of clients
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather requirements and develop software solutions that meet business needs
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation for all software applications
  • Implement continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines to streamline the software development process and improve deployment speed
  • Conduct regular code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards
  • Contribute to the development of software architecture and design strategies to ensure scalability and performance of applications
  • Research and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance the development process and improve overall software quality.

Digital Brand Strategist

STANCE
Las Vegas, NV
08.2013 - 05.2015
  • Conducted A and B testing experiments to identify areas of improvement
  • Built relationships with influencers in the digital space to increase brand awareness
  • Provided strategic guidance for developing effective branding initiatives
  • Created innovative content strategies to engage target audiences and drive website traffic
  • Designed comprehensive digital marketing campaigns that leveraged SEO, SEM and social media platforms
  • Monitored web traffic data, analyzed user behavior patterns and generated reports on key metrics
  • Optimized websites for search engine visibility through keyword research and page optimization techniques
  • Developed detailed project plans outlining timelines, budgets and deliverables.

Web Developer (Remote)

maina+studios
Las Vegas, NV
04.2009 - 06.2013
  • Collaborate with designers and content creators to develop visually appealing and user-friendly websites
  • Implement efficient and secure web development practices to protect user data and maintain website integrity
  • Work closely with clients to understand their website requirements and provide innovative solutions to meet their needs
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest web development trends and technologies to continuously improve the quality and functionality of websites.

Web Developer (Hybrid)

MSS Ministries
Los Angeles, CA
04.2009 - 06.2013
  • Design and develop user-friendly and visually appealing web app that meet the needs of MSS Ministries
  • Develop and implement user interfaces for websites and web applications, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and responsiveness
  • Enhance website performance and optimize loading speed to improve user experience for MSS Ministries
  • Collaborate with the IT team to ensure the security and integrity of MSS Ministries' web applications and websites
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure consistent branding and messaging across all web platforms for MSS Ministries
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and understand the needs of MSS Ministries, and translate them into technical specifications for web development projects.

Digital Marketing Specialist

Make Me Heal (eCommerce)
Woodland Hills, United States
05.2010 - 04.2011
  • Conducted keyword research and competitive analysis to inform SEO strategy decisions
  • Developed and implemented successful online marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness, website traffic, and customer engagement
  • Utilized HTML and CSS coding skills to create custom landing pages and email templates tailored towards specific audiences
  • Researched emerging trends in digital marketing and developed strategies for leveraging them in client campaigns
  • Implemented best practices for tracking conversions from various channels such as email campaigns and PPC ads
  • Maintained relationships with key stakeholders including vendors, agency partners, internal teams
  • Analyzed web analytics data to measure performance of online marketing initiatives and identify areas for improvement
  • Tracked progress of all online marketing activities through use of web analytics tools such as Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics.

Education

Completed coursework towards Professional Training Software Engineering -

Coding Dojo
01-2016

Completed coursework towards MBA/MS Business Administration & Management Information Systems -

University of Nevada-Las Vegas
01-2011

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - International Business

St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business
01-2010

Skills

  • React
  • React Native
  • TypeScript
  • SEO
  • A/B Testing
  • RESTful Architecture
  • User Experience Analysis
  • Mobile App Performance
  • Nodejs/Express
  • Server Side Rendering (SSR)
  • Git/Github
  • GraphQL
  • Performance Optimization Techniques
  • Software Architecture Design

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Staff Software Engineer, Frontend

Prime Therapeautics (via TEKSystems)
04.2023 - 08.2023

Staff Software Engineer (Remote)

Sweater
07.2021 - 04.2023

Senior Software Engineer, Frontend (Remote)

SoFi
09.2018 - 07.2021

Software Engineer, Frontend

SoFi
08.2017 - 09.2018

Frontend Engineer

iCentris
04.2017 - 08.2017

Software Engineer

STANCE
05.2015 - 04.2017

Digital Brand Strategist

STANCE
08.2013 - 05.2015

Digital Marketing Specialist

Make Me Heal (eCommerce)
05.2010 - 04.2011

Web Developer (Remote)

maina+studios
04.2009 - 06.2013

Web Developer (Hybrid)

MSS Ministries
04.2009 - 06.2013

Completed coursework towards Professional Training Software Engineering -

Coding Dojo

Completed coursework towards MBA/MS Business Administration & Management Information Systems -

University of Nevada-Las Vegas

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - International Business

St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business

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