Available to hire
I’m a results-driven software professional with a strong track record of leading development teams, delivering full-stack applications, and crafting maintainable systems. I blend hands-on coding with strategic planning, have a history of improving developer workflows, and enjoy building practical solutions that scale. When I’m not coding, I’m exploring ways to teach and mentor others, drawing on a background in education and public service.
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Language
English
Fluent
Thai
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Vietnamese
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Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience
Sole Proprietor at Enchanted English
July 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025Designed and built a gamified English language learning application using Firebase, React, and No-SQL DB. Integrated OpenAI to personalize the learning experience for students. Built targeted exercises aligning to the CEFR levelling structure. Created engaging lessons and built a full CMS to manage lesson material, greatly reducing teacher prep time.
Web Development Team Lead at Filament Games
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025Managed a team of developers, contributed code to internal and external applications using React, NestJS, NodeJS & Django. Conducted research spikes and recommended architecture for new projects. Managed technical dependencies and facilitated communication between departments. Led improvement initiatives including AWS hosted resources, automation of administrative tasks, and codified best practices such as CI/CD setup, branching strategy, and code reviews.
Lead Software Engineer I at Best Egg
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022Fixed bugs and developed new features using PHP, Python, TypeScript, AngularJS & StencilJS.
PHP Developer II at Web Courseworks
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022Moved into a leadership role within the Implementation Team, scheduling and managing workloads for a group of developers specializing in custom implementations. Continued to perform full PHP Developer I duties, with increased specialization on integration projects. Helped with onboarding new developers. Became a certified professional Scrum Master and helped the company transition to an Agile Kanban framework.
PHP Developer I AMS at Web Courseworks
May 1, 2020 - May 1, 2020Fixed bugs, made improvements, and helped fix user problems in the existing codebase in object oriented PHP, HTML, CSS, JSON, JQuery, AJAX, Bootstrap, and JavaScript. Researched, designed and implemented new features in the system including business analysis, technical blueprints, new development, technical review, and quality assurance. Designed and built custom integrations with AMS platforms such as NetForum, Shopify, iMIS & Personify and made improvements to the overall integration process to reduce the need for additional work. Used git to interact with git repository and followed git review and approval workflow. Developed in an agile workflow, monitored work queue in a JIRA ticket system, and completed assigned sprint tickets on time.
Process Automation Specialist at Skyline Technologies
July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019Worked with the Portals & Collaboration team to create technology solutions to fit clients’ business needs. Created custom SharePoint sites and custom web parts. Created intelligent process automation solutions using Nintex and Microsoft Flow. Built simple, effective applications using Microsoft PowerApps and trained others on these technologies. Demonstrated leadership by spearheading an initiative to streamline internal form and web layout standards.
Alderperson at City of Appleton, District 6
July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019Provided effective leadership by keeping the public informed of current issues via a robust social media presence. Researched constituent questions and successfully argued for policy change. Negotiated business arrangements with developers and ensured positive cash flow on proposed projects. Served as chair of the Historic Preservation Commission and the Human Resources/Information Technology Committee.
Certified Nursing Assistant at Brightstar Care
July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019Identified patient needs and delivered quality care including housekeeping duties, range of motion exercises, hygiene, medication reminders, billpaying/written correspondence, conversation and errands. Empowered patients to become more independent, and collaborated with family members to ensure superior results.
Community Health Promoter at Diverse and Resilient
July 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018Orchestrated community discussions to promote public health, designed and implemented social media campaigns to teach others about issues of diversity, attended workshops and educational events, and recorded and analyzed interactions to develop best practices.
Technical Support Contractor (Temporary) at TEKSystems
May 1, 2018 - May 1, 2018Provided over the phone support for at the elbow contractors and superusers during times of high volume requests. Created and resolved incident reports for desktop and web applications such as EPIC’s Cadence and Yearli Web. Escalated calls as necessary and facilitated proper communication flow between end users and analysts.
Clinical Assistant at Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017Utilized multiple software programs to coordinate patient’s medical information and upcoming appointments. Diagnosed errors in systems, reported known issues, and spearheaded improvement projects. Coordinated and scheduled an average of 250 patient appointments per day for multiple different services, with different durations. Directed communication between many different branches and levels of organization. Protected patient information and optimized organization and accuracy.
Home Health Aide at Almost Family
June 1, 2017 - June 1, 2017Identified patient needs and delivered quality care including housekeeping duties, range of motion exercises, hygiene, medication reminders, billpaying/written correspondence, conversation and errands. Empowered patients to become more independent, and collaborated with family members to ensure superior results.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Clinical Technician at ThedaCare
September 1, 2016 - September 1, 2016Collaborated with a team to ensure safety and satisfaction for patients in a high acuity inpatient setting. Modeled excellent multi-tasking by continually monitoring vital signs, emptying drains, encouraging physical exercise, bathing and toileting patients, answering call lights, charting patient care, and preventing the spread of infection. Presented educational workshops to fellow CNAs to improve job performance and enthusiasm. Spoke in a promotional video to recruit new hires. Supervised the training of new CNAs. Enlisted as a superuser of several software programs.
Administrative Assistant at Cadre
December 1, 2014 - December 1, 2014Contracted on a temporary basis to perform general office duties such as answering and directing calls on a multi-line system, scanning and filing paperwork, and providing customer service to walk ins.
Organizational Support Representative at The Housing Partnership
October 1, 2014 - October 1, 2014Processed rent payments and applications, scheduled meetings, edited newsletter, answered questions, contacted donors, directed phone calls.
Blogger at Prepmatic Software
April 1, 2013 - April 1, 2013Research topics pertaining to cognitive science and write engaging blogs and web content to generate interest in Prepmatic Software, a test prepping application.
Student Cashier at University Books and More
December 1, 2012 - December 1, 2012Computed customer purchases, took stock of inventory, answered questions, organized displays, directed guests and enforced store policies.
Assistant Teacher at YMCA
August 1, 2011 - August 1, 2011Supervised three and four-year-old children in a day care setting. Managed behavioral plans and collaborated with parents to help children achieve specific goals. Planned classroom activities and enforced expectations.
Technical Support Representative at Convergys
August 1, 2010 - August 1, 2010Worked with multiple software programs to troubleshoot internet and cable TV issues. Dispatched technicians appropriately, and escalated concerns as needed. Documented known issues and steps taken to resolve. Provided excellent customer service over the phone and in written communication.
Student Editorial Researcher at Polk Library Archives
March 1, 2010 - March 1, 2010Created a historical website about UW-Oshkosh by researching content, writing text, fact checking, and editing/streamlining information for better readability.
Student Technician at UW Fox Valley IT Help Desk
May 1, 2008 - May 1, 2008Assisted students and staff with basic IT troubleshooting over the phone and in person. Performed maintenance on AV and lab equipment. Utilized database and delegated/escalated help tickets as needed. Checked equipment in and out and performed upgrades and routine software installation.
Web Development Team Lead at Filament Games
January 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025Managed a team of developers and contributed code to internal and external applications using React (Redux), NestJS, Node.js, Express.js, Laravel, Flask & Django. Maintained internal WordPress sites, performed spikes and architecture recommendations, managed dependencies, and improved processes with CI/CD, automated scripting, and standardized best practices.
PHP Developer II at Web Courseworks
May 1, 2020 - September 1, 2022Led the Implementation Team, scheduling and managing workloads for developers on custom integrations; continued PHP development with emphasis on integrations; onboarded new developers; earned CSM certification and helped transition the company to an Agile Kanban framework.
PHP Developer I (AMS) at Web Courseworks
July 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020Fixed bugs, implemented features in object-oriented PHP, HTML, CSS, JSON, JQuery, AJAX, Bootstrap, and JavaScript. Designed and built custom integrations with AMS platforms (NetForum, Shopify, iMIS & Personify). Used Git in an agile workflow with JIRA for sprint work.
Process Automation Specialist at Skyline Technologies
May 1, 2018 - July 1, 2019Created technology solutions for clients using SharePoint, Nintex, Microsoft Flow, PowerApps; developed simple apps and automated forms; led internal standards improvements for forms and layouts; leveraged JavaScript, HTML, and CSS for customization.
Alderperson, District 6 at City of Appleton
April 1, 2018 - July 1, 2019Provided leadership and public communication on local issues; researched constituent questions and advocated for policy changes; conducted media interviews and chaired committees such as Historic Preservation and Human Resources/IT.
Certified Nursing Assistant at Brightstar Care
August 1, 2017 - July 1, 2019Provided patient care, assisted with daily activities, and supported family communication to ensure quality outcomes.
Community Health Promoter at Diverse and Resilient
June 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018Led community discussions on public health, designed social media campaigns, and analyzed interactions to improve outreach.
Technical Support Contractor at TEKSystems
November 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018Provided over-the-phone support for contractors and superusers, created incident reports, and escalated issues as needed.
Clinical Assistant at Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology
September 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017Coordinated patient information and appointments across services; diagnosed system issues and led improvement projects.
Certified Nursing Assistant at Almost Family
December 1, 2014 - June 1, 2017Provided patient care, performed housekeeping tasks, and supported independent living.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Clinical Technician at ThedaCare
March 1, 2015 - September 1, 2016Collaborated in a high-acuity inpatient setting; monitored vitals, assisted with daily tasks, and trained new CNAs.
A Organizational Support Representative at The Housing Partnership
March 1, 2013 - October 1, 2014Processed rent payments and applications, edited newsletters, and coordinated donor communications.
Blogger at Prepmatic Software
April 1, 2012 - April 1, 2013Researched cognitive science topics and produced engaging blog content to promote a test-prep application.
Student Cashier at University Books and More
September 1, 2008 - December 1, 2012Processed purchases, managed inventory, assisted customers, and maintained displays.
Student Editorial Researcher at Polk Library Archives
October 1, 2009 - March 1, 2010Created a historical UW-Oshkosh website through research, writing, and editing.
Student Technician at UW Fox Valley IT Help Desk
December 1, 2007 - May 1, 2008Assisted students and staff with IT troubleshooting; maintained AV equipment and ticketing.
Education
AAS in Software Engineering at Fox Valley Technical College
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019Bachelor of Arts in History at University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012AAS in Software Engineering at Fox Valley Technical College
September 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019Bachelor of Arts in History at University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2012Qualifications
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025Certified Scrum Master
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025Certified Scrum Master
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Gaming, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Government
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