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I am Stephen Tapia, a passionate and skilled software engineer with a strong background in mobile and web app development. From leading the mobile app development for Freedom Debt Relief with excellent user ratings and reliability to creating innovative features for PlayStation, I specialize in building scalable, high-performance applications and delivering impactful solutions. I enjoy collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to translate product visions into actionable development plans. My goal is to keep evolving my expertise in modern software technologies while mentoring others and creating exceptional user experiences.…I am Stephen Tapia, a passionate and skilled software engineer with a strong background in mobile and web app development. From leading the mobile app development for Freedom Debt Relief with excellent user ratings and reliability to creating innovative features for PlayStation, I specialize in building scalable, high-performance applications and delivering impactful solutions. I enjoy collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to translate product visions into actionable development plans. My goal is to keep evolving my expertise in modern software technologies while mentoring others and creating exceptional user experiences.

Stephen Tapia

App Developer, Web Developer, Developer, +3

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I am Stephen Tapia, a passionate and skilled software engineer with a strong background in mobile and web app development. From leading the mobile app development for Freedom Debt Relief with excellent user ratings and reliability to creating innovative features for PlayStation, I specialize in building scalable, high-performance applications and delivering impactful solutions. I enjoy collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to translate product visions into actionable development plans. My goal is to keep evolving my expertise in modern software technologies while mentoring others and creating exceptional user experiences.…I am Stephen Tapia, a passionate and skilled software engineer with a strong background in mobile and web app development. From leading the mobile app development for Freedom Debt Relief with excellent user ratings and reliability to creating innovative features for PlayStation, I specialize in building scalable, high-performance applications and delivering impactful solutions. I enjoy collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to translate product visions into actionable development plans. My goal is to keep evolving my expertise in modern software technologies while mentoring others and creating exceptional user experiences.

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I am Stephen Tapia, a passionate and skilled software engineer with a strong background in mobile and web app development. From leading the mobile app development for Freedom Debt Relief with excellent user ratings and reliability to creating innovative features for PlayStation, I specialize in building scalable, high-performance applications and delivering impactful solutions.

I enjoy collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to translate product visions into actionable development plans. My goal is to keep evolving my expertise in modern software technologies while mentoring others and creating exceptional user experiences.

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Lead Software Engineer at Freedom Debt Relief

August 1, 2022 - Present

Led the successful transition from a banking app to Freedom Debt Relief's main mobile app, shipping it within four months to achieve a 5-star rating and zero crashes across iOS and Android. Defined architecture to ensure scalability and maintainability. Collaborated with product and design teams, managed scrum ceremonies, reviewed pull requests, mentored teammates, and contributed heavily to the codebase.

Fulltime L2 Software Engineer at PlayStation (Sony Interactive Entertainment)

August 1, 2022 - August 5, 2025

Developed and maintained key features such as Cloud Media Gallery, Animated Heroes, and PlayStation controller integration with Backbone. Collaborated with an overseas Japanese team to deliver high-level features. Participated in a hackathon for Apple Watch integration. Conducted code reviews and implemented innovative features while fixing critical bugs.

Fulltime Software Engineer at Akava

July 1, 2019 - August 5, 2025

Worked directly with clients to gather and refine requirements, building most projects from scratch. Led architecture design and development for client projects, maintaining clear communication and ensuring high-quality delivery.