Hi, I’m Desiree Lerma, a frontend-focused software engineer with a strong foundation in building scalable, accessible web applications. I enjoy turning complex UX ideas into clean, performant interfaces that delight users. I collaborate closely with designers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver robust front-end solutions, improve development processes, and mentor teammates to grow their skills and deliver high-quality work.

Desiree Lerma

Hi, I’m Desiree Lerma, a frontend-focused software engineer with a strong foundation in building scalable, accessible web applications. I enjoy turning complex UX ideas into clean, performant interfaces that delight users. I collaborate closely with designers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver robust front-end solutions, improve development processes, and mentor teammates to grow their skills and deliver high-quality work.

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Hi, I’m Desiree Lerma, a frontend-focused software engineer with a strong foundation in building scalable, accessible web applications. I enjoy turning complex UX ideas into clean, performant interfaces that delight users.

I collaborate closely with designers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver robust front-end solutions, improve development processes, and mentor teammates to grow their skills and deliver high-quality work.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Frontend Engineer at Athos Commerce (formerly SearchSpring)
November 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Built reusable micro frontend components for internal web applications. Improved the UI library for maximum customization. Wrote unit tests in Jest. Translated Figma designs into frontend implementations using a combination of UI libraries and Tailwind CSS. Worked in an Agile environment with Jira to manage backlog, track progress, and communicate with stakeholders. Collaborated closely with designers and testers to ensure smooth, efficient product development. Improved frontend processes during project downtime.
Software Engineer I at Athos Commerce
October 1, 2023 - February 1, 2025
Developed customer-facing frontend features, implemented reusable components, and contributed to performance improvements. Collaborated with product and design to deliver reliable, scalable web applications.
Software Engineer II at Athos Commerce
March 1, 2025 - Present
Promoted to Software Engineer II; leading frontend architecture improvements, implementing scalable micro frontend solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.
Frontend Engineer at Fetch (formerly SearchSpring)
November 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Built a reusable micro frontend component for internal web applications. Improved Fetch's UI library components to enable extensive customization. Wrote unit tests in Jest and increased test coverage from 65% to 75% with a target of at least 80%. Translated Figma designs into Fetch's internal applications using Tailwind CSS. Coordinated with Zendesk for client issues, clarified requirements, and delivered technical solutions across live sites. Managed data via SQL, implemented data manipulations with Groovy scripts, and documented troubleshooting processes to scale knowledge resources. Oversaw large-scale data operations, catalog indexing, and advanced filtering to maintain site consistency and performance. Collaborated with cross-functional teams and improved frontend processes during downtime.
Frontend Engineer I at Athos Commerce (formerly SearchSpring)
October 2, 2023 - Present
Promoted for strong technical expertise across a portfolio of 1,000+ ecommerce client sites including Titan Fitness, Brilliant Earth, Fenty Beauty and Netflix Shop. Debug, optimize, and integrate frontend solutions across live sites. Worked with Zendesk to diagnose issues and clarify requirements. Queried data with SQL to investigate reporting issues. Used Groovy scripts to manipulate product data and support dynamic filtering logic. Documented troubleshooting processes and contributed to internal knowledge bases. Coordinated with engineering, product, and design teams for smooth delivery and continued improvements.

Education

Full Stack Web Development Certificate at Flatiron School
October 1, 2020 - March 1, 2021
Software Engineering at Flatiron School - Remote
October 1, 2020 - March 1, 2021

Qualifications

AAS Paralegal Studies
August 1, 2018 - December 1, 2019
AAS Paralegal Studies
August 1, 2018 - December 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Retail