Front-End Engineer with 20+ years of experience building, modernizing, and scaling enterprise web applications and customer-facing platforms. I lead front-end architecture initiatives, develop reusable component libraries, and deliver responsive, accessible user experiences focused on performance and maintainability. I collaborate across engineering, QA, product, and design to ship scalable solutions across complex business systems. I also regularly use AI-assisted development tools like Cursor and ChatGPT to accelerate delivery, improve code quality, and streamline troubleshooting.

Lionel G Croom

Front-End Engineer with 20+ years of experience building, modernizing, and scaling enterprise web applications and customer-facing platforms. I lead front-end architecture initiatives, develop reusable component libraries, and deliver responsive, accessible user experiences focused on performance and maintainability. I collaborate across engineering, QA, product, and design to ship scalable solutions across complex business systems. I also regularly use AI-assisted development tools like Cursor and ChatGPT to accelerate delivery, improve code quality, and streamline troubleshooting.

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Front-End Engineer with 20+ years of experience building, modernizing, and scaling enterprise web applications and customer-facing platforms. I lead front-end architecture initiatives, develop reusable component libraries, and deliver responsive, accessible user experiences focused on performance and maintainability.

I collaborate across engineering, QA, product, and design to ship scalable solutions across complex business systems. I also regularly use AI-assisted development tools like Cursor and ChatGPT to accelerate delivery, improve code quality, and streamline troubleshooting.

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Work Experience

Front-End Web Developer at iBoss Inc.
October 1, 2021 - May 1, 2026
Led modernization of the ibosscloud enterprise platform, migrating a large-scale AngularJS application from 1.3 to 1.8.3 to improve maintainability, scalability, and long-term stability. Replaced legacy Bower dependencies with Node.js/NPM-based workflows and redesigned build processes using Grunt and Webpack to increase developer efficiency and deployment reliability. Designed and developed reusable UI components, widgets, and application features supporting enterprise security and cloud management workflows. Collaborated with back-end engineers, QA teams, and stakeholders to deliver new functionality, resolve production issues, and ensure high-quality releases. Authored and maintained technical documentation for development standards and ongoing modernization efforts, and used AI-assisted tools (Cursor/ChatGPT) to accelerate development, improve code quality, and streamline troubleshooting.
Senior Front-End Developer at Codazen
August 1, 2020 - October 1, 2021
Developed React-based applications using Context API and Redux for scalable, maintainable, and reusable front-end architectures. Built reusable React components to improve maintainability and development efficiency. Collaborated with cross-functional teams on UI implementation, technical architecture, and feature enhancements. Conducted peer code reviews and mentored junior developers on front-end best practices. Participated in Agile workflows using JIRA and Git-based version control.
Senior Web Developer / Interaction Designer at Word and Brown Companies
February 1, 2020 - August 1, 2020
Led front-end development and UI/UX design for the redesign of CalChoice.com. Produced wireframes and prototypes using Axure and Adobe Creative Suite, and delivered responsive user interfaces. Developed front-end solutions using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, C#, and Razor MVC technologies. Established and maintained style guides, UI frameworks, and reusable design systems, collaborating with stakeholders to improve usability, accessibility, and overall customer experience.
Senior Web Developer / Graphic Designer at J.D. Power
June 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Designed and developed responsive front-end experiences for JDPower.com and NADAGuides.com within an MVC environment. Implemented UI/UX solutions using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, SQL, and C# Razor. Created wireframes, prototypes, and visual assets using Sketch, InVision, and Adobe Creative Suite. Developed and maintained online style guides and design systems for consistent user experiences. Supported Agile workflows using Azure DevOps and Git, and implemented A/B testing initiatives using Optimizely to improve user engagement and performance.
Senior Customer Interfaces / Front End Web Developer at Velocity Technology Solutions / Mercury Technology Group
November 1, 2013 - February 1, 2018
Managed cloud services and enterprise technology provider efforts by redesigning and developing the company’s public website and enterprise customer portal. Built responsive applications including analytics dashboards, ticketing systems, user administration modules, and internal intranet tools. Developed front-end interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, XML, and JSTL, collaborating with back-end engineers to integrate interfaces within CMS and Spring MVC environments. Produced technical documentation, wireframes, and storyboards, and designed digital marketing and branding collateral using Adobe Creative Suite.
Senior Web Developer / Graphic Designer at Arbonne International
October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2013
Maintained and enhanced Arbonne.com through ongoing front-end updates, feature enhancements, and optimization initiatives. Developed interactive functionality using HTML5, CSS3, and jQuery. Assisted with production releases, bug fixes, and SVN version control workflows. Created and maintained promotional microsites and event-based digital experiences.
Web Content Specialist at Arbonne International
October 1, 2012 - October 1, 2013
Maintained and enhanced Arbonne.com through ongoing front-end updates, feature enhancements, and optimization initiatives. Developed interactive functionality using HTML5, CSS3, and jQuery. Assisted with production releases and bug fixes and supported SVN version control workflows. Created and maintained promotional microsites and event-based digital experiences.
Senior Web Developer / Graphic Designer at 24-7 Internet Inc
September 1, 2006 - October 1, 2012
Designed and developed enterprise e-commerce websites and digital marketing assets within a CMS environment. Built and maintained websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSP, and XML. Led SEO optimization efforts to improve search visibility and site performance, and managed migration/redesign of the company’s flagship website to an open-source CMS platform. Designed print and digital marketing materials including advertisements, newsletters, and promotional campaigns.
User Interface Designer at Canon USA
May 1, 2000 - September 1, 2006
Designed and developed user interfaces for Canon digital imaging software across desktop and cable/satellite platforms. Created wireframes, storyboards, and interactive layouts for software development teams. Collaborated with developers to translate JSP-driven applications into intuitive front-end interfaces. Supported internal marketing initiatives through multimedia presentations, animations, and promotional materials, and assisted with documentation/patent research related to digital product development.
Web Developer at E-Commerce Exchange
November 1, 1999 - May 1, 2000
Developed hand-coded websites from Photoshop-based design layouts and assisted in the development of a WYSIWYG website creation platform. Performed website troubleshooting and QA testing and supported front-end implementation. Contributed to early-stage web development and e-commerce solutions within the organization’s toolset and customer implementations.

Education

at Udemy
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026
at PluralSight
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026
at UCI Extension
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026
at UEI Technical Institute
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026
at Udemy
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026
at PluralSight
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026
at UCI Extension
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026
at UEI Technical Institute
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2026

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Government, Education, Professional Services, Financial Services, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Non-Profit Organization