I am a full stack software engineer with 7+ years of experience building scalable web applications using MERN, Python/Django, PHP, and Vue.js. I thrive in cloud-native environments (AWS and GCP) and enjoy integrating AI/ML features to deliver smarter, user-focused software. I excel at designing microservice architectures, building API integrations, and delivering secure, reliable SaaS platforms. I value accessible UI/UX, collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and keep documentation clear to enable fast onboarding and maintenance.

Terrance IvyBrown

I am a full stack software engineer with 7+ years of experience building scalable web applications using MERN, Python/Django, PHP, and Vue.js. I thrive in cloud-native environments (AWS and GCP) and enjoy integrating AI/ML features to deliver smarter, user-focused software. I excel at designing microservice architectures, building API integrations, and delivering secure, reliable SaaS platforms. I value accessible UI/UX, collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and keep documentation clear to enable fast onboarding and maintenance.

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I am a full stack software engineer with 7+ years of experience building scalable web applications using MERN, Python/Django, PHP, and Vue.js. I thrive in cloud-native environments (AWS and GCP) and enjoy integrating AI/ML features to deliver smarter, user-focused software.

I excel at designing microservice architectures, building API integrations, and delivering secure, reliable SaaS platforms. I value accessible UI/UX, collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and keep documentation clear to enable fast onboarding and maintenance.

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Work Experience

Full Stack Developer at Toptal
January 1, 2025 - Present
Built microservices and micro frontends using Node.js, TypeScript, and Vue.js, improving scalability and maintainability. Delivered cloud-native serverless applications using Google Cloud Functions, orchestrated via API Gateway, Cloud Run, and Pub/Sub for event-driven workloads. Integrated OpenAI GPT-4 APIs for content automation and dynamic user interactions. Created reusable UI components and custom React hooks; enhanced a SaaS platform’s UX by 30%. Wrote developer-friendly API documentation to support faster integration and onboarding. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve workflows, reduce testing time by 30%, and deliver on tight deadlines. Applied observability practices with GCP Stackdriver (Cloud Logging & Monitoring) to proactively detect issues and reduce downtime.
Full Stack Developer at Cognizant
March 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Led the cloud migration of a global e-commerce platform from AWS to GCP, leveraging Compute Engine, Cloud SQL, Cloud Storage, IAM, and VPC networking to improve scalability while reducing infrastructure costs. Provided JavaScript and TypeScript consulting and architectural guidance, driving best practices across multiple teams. Directed cloud migration of a key e-commerce platform from AWS to GCP, optimizing infrastructure and reducing costs. Integrated GraphQL APIs using Apollo Client and Server to streamline data fetching, reduce over-fetching, and improve performance across React and Next.js-based applications. Implemented CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and Docker to enable automated deployments, reducing release time by 40%. Applied WCAG accessibility guidelines across all UI components, enhancing usability and inclusivity for diverse users. Advocated for TDD practices, implementing unit and integration test suites with Jest and React Testing Library to maintain quality and prevent r
Full Stack Developer: Python/Django, Node.js, Vue.js at RedShelf
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022
Engineered and optimized server-side logic using Python, Django, and Django ORM, focusing on scalable model design and efficient database interaction within a PostgreSQL environment. Designed and developed responsive, modular UI components using Vue.js and TypeScript within the MERN stack, significantly improving user experience and interface maintainability. Collaborated on implementing GraphQL endpoints using Apollo Server, enabling more efficient client-server communication and reducing REST overhead in complex front-end interactions. Implemented TDD workflows using Jest, Cypress, and React Testing Library, leading to a 35% reduction in production bugs. Worked closely with design to ensure UI met WCAG standards, improving accessibility for users with screen readers and alternative input devices.
MERN Stack Developer at Lender Compliance Technologies
May 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021
Enhanced and maintained responsive, accessible, and visually appealing user interfaces using React, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, and Tailwind CSS, resulting in improved user satisfaction and seamless cross-browser functionality. Leveraged complex GraphQL APIs within the front-end architecture to enhance schema design and data modeling, resulting in 30% faster query response times and improved overall user experience. Conducted thorough accessibility testing, using tools like Axe and Lighthouse to validate compliance with WCAG 2.1 standards. Executed rigorous API testing and validation using Postman and Swagger, ensuring alignment with business logic, security protocols, and UI integration requirements.
Problem Analyst & Front-end Developer at Esprezzo
May 1, 2017 - March 1, 2019
Analyzed business challenges and designed intuitive, responsive interfaces using React, Angular, HTML5, CSS3, Tailwind CSS, and Bootstrap UI. Engineered modular UI components and integrated with GraphQL endpoints via Apollo Server to improve client-server data flows. Implemented TDD workflows with Jest, Cypress, and React Testing Library to reduce production bugs. Worked with design to ensure WCAG-compliant accessibility and responsive behavior.
Full Stack Developer at RedShelf
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022
Engineered server-side logic using Python, Django, and Django ORM for scalable models and efficient PostgreSQL interaction. Designed modular UI components using Vue.js and TypeScript within the MERN stack, significantly improving user experience and maintainability. Collaborated on implementing GraphQL endpoints using Apollo Server to streamline client-server communication and reduce REST overhead. Implemented TDD workflows with Jest, Cypress, and React Testing Library, leading to ~35% reduction in production bugs. Ensured UI accessibility in accordance with WCAG standards.

Education

Associate's degree at Houston Community College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Associate's degree at ITT Tech - Webster, TX
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Associate's degree, Computer Science at Houston Community College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Associate's degree, Network and System Administration at ITT Tech - Webster TX
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013

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Software & Internet, Professional Services