Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience building AI-powered web applications, scalable microservices, and real-time data platforms using React, Next.js, Node.js, and Python. Specialized in LLM integrations, event-driven systems, and cloud-native architectures.

Matthew Schmidt

Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience building AI-powered web applications, scalable microservices, and real-time data platforms using React, Next.js, Node.js, and Python. Specialized in LLM integrations, event-driven systems, and cloud-native architectures.

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Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience building AI-powered web applications, scalable microservices, and real-time data platforms using React, Next.js, Node.js, and Python.

Specialized in LLM integrations, event-driven systems, and cloud-native architectures.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer at Camunda
July 1, 2023 - February 1, 2026
Designed scalable backend services using Python and Node.js; developed dynamic interfaces with React and Next.js for orchestration dashboards; implemented automation services leveraging Python, AI models, and data processing pipelines; optimized backend architecture for reliability; built reusable frontend modules with React and JavaScript; delivered reliable deployments by integrating Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure.
Software Engineer at MarqVision
February 1, 2021 - September 1, 2023
Engineered scalable backend APIs using Python and Node.js; built modern product interfaces with React and Next.js; developed AI-driven data services integrating Python, ML models, and automated processing pipelines; designed distributed microservices using Node.js, Docker, and cloud infrastructure; implemented optimized frontend architectures; collaborated with product teams to deliver scalable features.
Full Stack Engineer
November 1, 2018 - February 1, 2021
Developed enterprise web applications using React, Node.js, and JavaScript for large-scale digital platforms; built backend APIs using Python and PostgreSQL; implemented dynamic frontend systems with React and Next.js; integrated automated deployment pipelines using Docker and CI/CD; optimized backend performance and delivered modular architectures using microservices.
Full Stack Engineer at Instacart
February 1, 2015 - December 1, 2018
Built high-performance ecommerce interfaces using React, Next.js and modern JavaScript; developed backend transaction services using Node.js and Python; implemented intelligent data services leveraging Python, ML models, and automated data processing pipelines; improved frontend rendering performance; designed scalable service architectures using Node.js, microservices; delivered modern UI experiences using React, JavaScript, and reusable UI component libraries.
Full Stack Developer at Instacart
November 1, 2012 - February 1, 2015
Developed scalable web applications using React, Node.js, and JavaScript; designed backend APIs using Python and Node.js; implemented optimized frontend routing with Next.js; built backend data processing services using Python, PostgreSQL; improved deployment workflows with Docker, CI/CD; collaborated across teams to deliver product features using React, Node.js, and agile methodologies.
Front Man
July 1, 2010 - October 1, 2012
Developed responsive web interfaces using React, JavaScript, and modern frontend development practices; built maintainable UI systems with HTML5, CSS3 and modular frontend architecture; optimized browser rendering performance; integrated backend APIs powered by Node.js and Python with scalable endpoints; implemented cross-browser compatibility improvements and delivered production frontend systems using React and Next.js with reusable components.
Software Engineer at Iflexion
December 1, 2018 - February 28, 2021
Developed interactive platform features including discussion forums and event management; implemented secure checkout with order confirmation emails and order history; created a responsive admin dashboard for moderating forum posts and approving profiles; integrated separate content management and event modules for dynamic updates; collaborated with UI/UX to improve usability and delivery timelines.
Back End Developer at Instacart
November 1, 2012 - February 28, 2015
Built backend services for a product marketplace focused on agriculture startups; supported user profiles and uploads; implemented secure checkout with email confirmations; developed community forums and event calendar functionalities; ensured microservices scalability and collaborated with frontend teams for cohesive UX.
Full Stack Developer at Instacart
February 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
Built a comprehensive platform enabling product photos and pricing; implemented a functional cart, secure checkout, order confirmations, and order history. Designed modules for user discussions and upcoming events calendar; utilized REST APIs and microservices to support scalability; maintained a clean, modern UI to boost user satisfaction.
Back End Developer at Ticomix
July 1, 2010 - October 31, 2012
Developed backend components for a marketplace focusing on secure profiles and product listings; created community forums; implemented a responsive admin dashboard to facilitate moderation and approval workflows; integrated payment gateways for secure checkout; contributed to maintainable codebase for future updates.
Senior Software Engineer
November 1, 2018 - February 1, 2021
Delivered scalable full-stack enterprise platforms using React, Angular, Node.js and Python, including systems for document processing and workflow.
Back-End Developer at Ticomix
July 1, 2010 - October 1, 2012
Developed core back-end systems for order processing, payments, and inventory management using Node.js and Python; supported rapid platform growth; integrated multi-vendor order processing; reduced operational processing time by 40%.
Senior Software Engineer at Marq Vision
February 1, 2021 - September 1, 2023
Built an AI-driven brand protection platform combining Python (FastAPI) and Node.js services for detecting counterfeit products using LLM-based classification; designed scalable data ingestion and processing systems handling millions of listings; improved detection speed by 45% and reduced manual review workload by 50%.
Full Stack Engineer at Instacart
July 1, 2023 - Present
Architected a stack using Node.js (NestJS), Python (FastAPI), and React/Next.js to orchestrate complex BPMN processes with real-time execution tracking and visualization; implemented AI-assisted decision engines using OpenAI API and LangChain; built a distributed event-driven processing layer with queue-based systems, reducing front-office processing time by 25%.

Education

BS in Computer Science at Rockford University
September 1, 2006 - May 1, 2010
Bachelor's Degree at Rockford University
September 1, 2006 - May 1, 2010

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree, Software Engineering / Computer Science
September 1, 2006 - May 1, 2010

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment