I am a versatile and passionate full-stack software engineer with over 15 years of experience building robust web and mobile applications. I specialize in the MERN stack and React Native, and I enjoy turning complex requirements into scalable, user-friendly solutions that drive business growth. I’ve led cross-functional teams, mentored junior developers, and collaborated closely with designers and data scientists to ship features that matter. I’m always eager to learn new technologies and apply best practices in architecture, testing, and performance to deliver high-quality software.

Othello Gooden

I am a versatile and passionate full-stack software engineer with over 15 years of experience building robust web and mobile applications. I specialize in the MERN stack and React Native, and I enjoy turning complex requirements into scalable, user-friendly solutions that drive business growth. I’ve led cross-functional teams, mentored junior developers, and collaborated closely with designers and data scientists to ship features that matter. I’m always eager to learn new technologies and apply best practices in architecture, testing, and performance to deliver high-quality software.

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I am a versatile and passionate full-stack software engineer with over 15 years of experience building robust web and mobile applications. I specialize in the MERN stack and React Native, and I enjoy turning complex requirements into scalable, user-friendly solutions that drive business growth. I’ve led cross-functional teams, mentored junior developers, and collaborated closely with designers and data scientists to ship features that matter. I’m always eager to learn new technologies and apply best practices in architecture, testing, and performance to deliver high-quality software.

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Work Experience

Full Stack Developer at Single Mind
January 1, 2013 - September 18, 2025
Developed full-stack web and e-commerce platforms using the MERN stack and Python/Django, built RESTful APIs, implemented multi-tenant SaaS features, integrated third-party services, and collaborated with UI/UX designers to deliver responsive interfaces. Mentored junior developers and contributed to Agile processes.
Senior Full Stack Developer at Single Mind
March 1, 2016 - September 18, 2025
Led MERN-based development efforts, built front-end and back-end integrations, and contributed to data analytics tooling with Python. Implemented real-time features, payment processing, and multi-tenant support, while coordinating with stakeholders and guiding a growing team.
Senior Software Engineer at Synoptek
August 1, 2025 - September 18, 2025
Designed and implemented scalable MERN-based web applications, developed cross-platform mobile apps with React Native, and led a microservices-based architecture for high-traffic platforms. Mentored developers, integrated ML features with data science teams, and designed secure, performant RESTful APIs using Python (Flask/Django) and MongoDB.
Senior Software Engineer (React.js | React Native | Node.js | Python) at Synoptek
August 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Designed and implemented scalable web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js), enhancing performance and user experience. Developed cross-platform mobile applications with React Native; collaborated with designers to create intuitive user interfaces; led a microservices-based architecture for a high-traffic e-commerce platform. Defined technical requirements and project scope; mentored junior developers; integrated ML features with data science teams; built fitness-tracking features and health API integrations; implemented RESTful APIs using Python (Flask/Django); managed MongoDB databases; applied Agile methodologies.
Senior Full Stack Developer (MERN Stack, Python) at Single Mind
March 1, 2016 - September 22, 2025
Developed full-stack MERN applications, designed RESTful APIs with Node.js/Express, optimized MongoDB queries, and contributed Python/Django web apps. Built data analysis tools and a data-driven decision platform; created a Django/React task management app with real-time updates; supported multi-tenant SaaS features and mentored junior developers.
Full Stack Developer at Single Mind
January 1, 2013 - September 22, 2025
Collaborated with UI/UX designers to implement responsive designs; built RESTful APIs with Node.js/Express; optimized MongoDB queries; integrated third-party APIs for payment processing and user authentication; contributed to multi-tenant SaaS features serving over 1,000 users.
Senior Software Engineer at Synoptek
August 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Designed and implemented scalable web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js), improving performance and user experience. Developed cross-platform mobile apps with React Native and collaborated with designers to create intuitive UIs for iOS and Android. Led a microservices-based architecture for a high-traffic e-commerce platform. Mentored junior developers through code reviews and training sessions. Collaborated with data science teams to integrate ML models into web applications, enhancing features and engagement. Built a fitness tracking app integrating health APIs and implemented RESTful APIs using Python (Flask/Django) to support frontend functionality. Managed MongoDB schemas, indexing, and query optimization. Practiced Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) to streamline delivery.
Senior Full Stack Developer at Single Mind
March 1, 2016 - September 22, 2025
Developed full-stack MERN applications and Python backends for SaaS products. Implemented RESTful APIs with Node.js/Express and designed MongoDB data models; built Django-based components and React frontends. Created data analysis scripts in Python to automate reporting and delivered a Django + React task management app with real-time updates. Worked with UX/UI teams to deliver responsive interfaces and collaborated with stakeholders to define requirements and project scope.
Full Stack Developer at Single Mind
January 1, 2013 - September 22, 2025
Built RESTful APIs with Node.js/Express to connect front-end and back-end services; optimized MongoDB queries for performance. Contributed to multi-tenant SaaS features and integrated third‑party APIs for payments and authentication. Collaborated with UI/UX designers on responsive designs and conducted code reviews, mentoring junior developers. Supported Django-based projects and data processing tasks as needed.
Senior Software Engineer at Synoptek
August 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Designed and implemented scalable web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js), enhancing performance and user experience. Developed and maintained cross-platform mobile applications with React Native, delivering consistent UI across iOS and Android. Led a microservices-based architecture for a high-traffic e-commerce platform, improved scalability and fault tolerance, and mentored junior developers through code reviews and training sessions. Collaborated with data science teams to integrate ML models into web apps and built a fitness tracking app with health API integrations and gamification features. Implemented RESTful APIs using Python (Flask/Django) and MongoDB, ensuring secure, performant data exchange. Managed MongoDB schemas and optimized queries using indexing. Practiced Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) to deliver on time and within budget.
Senior Full Stack Developer at Single Mind
March 1, 2016 - September 22, 2025
Developed full-stack MERN stack and Python-based solutions, delivering responsive web applications and features end-to-end. Led API design, third-party integrations, and data analytics tooling. Implemented data processing pipelines and multi-tenant SaaS components, while mentoring junior developers and driving best practices in code reviews and architecture.
Full Stack Developer
January 1, 2013 - September 22, 2025
Built full-stack applications using MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js; implemented RESTful APIs, optimized database queries, and contributed to Django-based web apps. Collaborated with UI/UX teams to deliver responsive interfaces and integrated third-party APIs for payments and authentication.
Senior Software Engineer (React.js | React Native | Node.js | Python) at Synoptek
August 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Designed and implemented scalable web applications using the MERN stack, enhancing system performance and user experience. Developed cross-platform mobile applications with React Native, collaborating with designers to ensure seamless iOS/Android experiences. Led a team in designing a microservices-based architecture for a high-traffic e-commerce platform. Mentored junior developers, conducted code reviews, and integrated machine learning features into web applications. Built a fitness-tracking application, integrated health APIs, and developed RESTful APIs in Python (Flask/Django) for MERN apps. Ensured API security, performance, and data integrity in MongoDB with proper indexing and queries. Adopted Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) to streamline delivery.
Senior Full Stack Developer (MERN Stack, Python) at Single Mind
March 1, 2016 - September 22, 2025
Developed full-stack applications using the MERN stack, implemented RESTful APIs, and optimized MongoDB queries. Assisted in building web applications with Python and Django, and wrote Python data analysis scripts to automate reporting. Built a full-stack e-commerce platform with user authentication and payment processing, and created a data analysis tool for large datasets. Implemented a Django + React task management application with real-time updates.
Full Stack Developer
January 1, 2013 - September 22, 2025
Collaborated with UI/UX designers to implement responsive designs. Built RESTful APIs with Node.js and Express.js, and optimized MongoDB queries. Designed features for a multi-tenant SaaS application serving over 1,000 users. Conducted code reviews and mentored junior developers, fostering continuous improvement. Integrated third-party APIs for payments and user authentication to enhance functionality.
Senior Software Engineer at Synoptek
August 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Designed and implemented scalable web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js), improving performance and user experience. Led frontend and backend development, created cross-platform mobile apps with React Native, and collaborated with designers to deliver intuitive UI across iOS and Android. Played a key role in building a microservices-based architecture for a high-traffic e-commerce platform, defined technical requirements with stakeholders, and mentored junior developers through code reviews and hands-on training. Integrated RESTful APIs with Python backends (Flask/Django) to extend functionality, and partnered with data science teams to deploy ML features that enhanced user engagement. Managed MongoDB databases with schema design and query optimization, and employed Agile practices (Scrum/Kanban) to deliver projects on time while maintaining quality.
Senior Full Stack Developer (MERN Stack, Python) at Single Mind
March 1, 2016 - September 22, 2025
Developed full-stack MERN applications and RESTful APIs, focusing on responsive, user-friendly interfaces. Built data analysis tools in Python, and created a data-driven e-commerce platform using Django and React. Implemented real-time task management features, contributed to multi-tenant SaaS architecture, and performed UI improvements. Conducted code reviews and supported deployment and testing while collaborating closely with designers and product owners to translate requirements into robust software.
Full Stack Developer at Single Mind
January 1, 2013 - September 22, 2025
Collaborated with UI/UX designers to implement responsive designs. Built RESTful APIs in Node.js and Express.js, optimized MongoDB queries, and contributed to a multi-tenant SaaS application serving over 1,000 users. Integrated third-party APIs for payments and authentication, conducted code reviews, and mentored junior developers to foster continuous improvement.
Senior Software Engineer (React.js | React Native | Node.js | Python) at Synoptek
August 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Senior Software Engineer responsible for designing and implementing scalable web applications using the MERN stack, developing cross-platform mobile apps with React Native, and leading microservices-based architecture for a high-traffic e-commerce platform. Collaborated with UX/UI designers, data science teams, and stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions, mentored junior developers, and ensured API security and performance. Implemented RESTful APIs with Python (Flask/Django) and integrated with MongoDB databases, emphasizing modular design and Agile processes.
Senior Full Stack Developer (MERN Stack, Python) at Single Mind
March 1, 2016 - September 22, 2025
Led full-stack development using MERN stack and Python, designed and implemented RESTful APIs, optimized MongoDB queries, contributed to data analysis tools, and built a data-driven e-commerce platform with user authentication and payment processing. Mirrored best practices in code quality and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Full Stack Developer at Single Mind
January 1, 2013 - September 22, 2025
Collaborated with UI/UX designers to implement responsive designs, built RESTful APIs with Node.js and Express.js, optimized MongoDB queries, and contributed to multi-tenant SaaS applications serving 1,000+ users. Mentored junior developers and integrated third-party APIs to enhance functionality.
Senior Software Engineer at Synoptek
March 1, 2018 - October 1, 2025
Designed and implemented scalable web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js); developed cross-platform mobile apps with React Native; collaborated with designers to create intuitive user interfaces across iOS and Android; contributed to a fitness mobile app using React Native; built a recipe search feature using React Native and third‑party APIs; led a team in a microservices-based architecture for a high‑traffic e‑commerce platform; mentored junior developers and conducted regular code reviews; integrated RESTful APIs with MERN apps using Python (Flask/Django); ensured API security and performance; managed MongoDB schemas, indexing, and query optimization; applied Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
Full Stack Developer at Single Mind
January 1, 2015 - March 1, 2018
Developed full‑stack MERN applications and Python/Django backends; designed and implemented RESTful APIs to enable front‑end and back‑end communication; optimized MongoDB data models and queries; built an end‑to‑end e‑commerce platform with user authentication and payments; created Python data analysis scripts and a Django+React task management app with real‑time updates; contributed to a multi‑tenant SaaS serving 1,000+ users; integrated third‑party APIs and mentored junior developers.
Senior Software Engineer (React.js | React Native | Node.js | Python) at Synoptek
March 1, 2018 - October 1, 2025
Designed and implemented scalable web applications using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js). Developed and maintained cross-platform mobile applications with React Native. Collaborated with designers to create intuitive user interfaces for iOS and Android platforms. Led a team to design a microservices-based architecture for a high-traffic e-commerce platform. Mentored junior developers and coordinated cross-functional efforts with data science teams to integrate ML features. Built RESTful APIs using Python (Flask/Django) and integrated with MERN apps. Managed MongoDB databases with schema design and query optimization. Adopted Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) to streamline development processes and improve team efficiency. Worked with data science teams to implement machine learning features into web applications to boost user engagement.
Full Stack Developer (MERN Stack, Python) at Single Mind
January 1, 2015 - March 1, 2018
Developed full-stack applications using the MERN stack and Python, implementing RESTful APIs with Node.js/Express and data-driven front-ends with React. Built web apps with Django/Python and integrated third-party APIs for payments and authentication. Created a multi-tenant SaaS solution serving over 1,000 users and contributed to data analysis tooling that automated reporting and improved decision-making.

Education

Bachelor's degree at UC Blue Ash College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor's degree at UC Blue Ash College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering at UC Blue Ash College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering at UC Blue Ash College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering at UC Blue Ash College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering at UC Blue Ash College
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2009
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering at UC Blue Ash College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering at UC Blue Ash College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering at UC Blue Ash College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Full Stack Web Development With MERN STACK & GenAI
February 1, 2025 - September 18, 2025
Udemy Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025
Full Stack Web Development With MERN STACK & GenAI
February 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Udemy Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Coursera Certifications
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Full Stack Web Development With MERN STACK & GenAI
February 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Full Stack Web Development With MERN STACK & GenAI
February 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Udemy - Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Full Stack Web Development With MERN STACK & GenAI
February 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Full Stack Web Development With MERN STACK & GenAI
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Udemy: Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Coursera
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Full Stack Web Development With MERN STACK & GenAI
February 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025
Udemy Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Coursera – Python for Data Science
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025
Full Stack Web Development With MERN STACK & GenAI
February 1, 2025 - January 21, 2026
Udemy Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Coursera
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Full Stack Web Development With MERN STACK & GenAI
February 1, 2025 - January 21, 2026
Udemy Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Coursera
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026

Industry Experience

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