Hi, I’m Karla, a Senior Full Stack Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering scalable, high-performance web applications. I excel at building intuitive, responsive front-end interfaces and architecting robust back-end systems, while managing SQL and NoSQL databases, optimizing performance, and leveraging cloud technologies. I thrive leading cross-functional teams and driving innovative digital solutions, and I’m eager to take on a leadership role in a fast-paced, tech-driven company. I’m passionate about shipping quality software, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with product managers to align technical work with business goals. I aim to leverage my full-stack expertise to design systems that are reliable, secure, and future-proof, enabling teams to move quickly and deliver measurable business impact.

Karla Marie Offerman

Hi, I’m Karla, a Senior Full Stack Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering scalable, high-performance web applications. I excel at building intuitive, responsive front-end interfaces and architecting robust back-end systems, while managing SQL and NoSQL databases, optimizing performance, and leveraging cloud technologies. I thrive leading cross-functional teams and driving innovative digital solutions, and I’m eager to take on a leadership role in a fast-paced, tech-driven company. I’m passionate about shipping quality software, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with product managers to align technical work with business goals. I aim to leverage my full-stack expertise to design systems that are reliable, secure, and future-proof, enabling teams to move quickly and deliver measurable business impact.

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Hi, I’m Karla, a Senior Full Stack Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering scalable, high-performance web applications. I excel at building intuitive, responsive front-end interfaces and architecting robust back-end systems, while managing SQL and NoSQL databases, optimizing performance, and leveraging cloud technologies. I thrive leading cross-functional teams and driving innovative digital solutions, and I’m eager to take on a leadership role in a fast-paced, tech-driven company.

I’m passionate about shipping quality software, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with product managers to align technical work with business goals. I aim to leverage my full-stack expertise to design systems that are reliable, secure, and future-proof, enabling teams to move quickly and deliver measurable business impact.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Full Stack Developer at Universal Music Group
February 1, 2022 - October 28, 2025
Architected and optimized multiple enterprise-level projects leveraging AWS, Node.js, Express.js, Next.js, React, React Native, NX Monorepo, Python, Go, NestJS, TypeScript, GraphQL, and Elasticsearch. Developed and integrated React/React Native/Next.js with TypeScript to enhance frontend performance. Designed and implemented scalable RESTful APIs using Node.js, Koa, Express.js, Golang, Python, Scala, AWS, and S3. Reduced database query execution time by 45%, improved deployment uptime and reliability with Docker/Kubernetes, mentored junior developers, and collaborated with product managers to define requirements. Implemented robust authentication/authorization features and security improvements.
Senior Full Stack Developer at K Force
February 1, 2022 - February 1, 2022
Client: Siemens. Migrated API requests to server-side processing using Node.js; built reusable components and contributed to a scalable React-based platform. Optimized TypeScript integration and PostgreSQL/AWS database performance; boosted unit testing coverage to improve reliability.
Senior Full Stack Developer at K Force
May 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021
Client: ViaSat Inc. Developed new features such as data purchasing, Wi-Fi connectivity, and payment processing. Implemented backend with Node.js, GraphQL, AWS services; frontend with React/React Native. Established CI/CD automation with Jenkins and led troubleshooting and bug-fix efforts; integrated new libraries/tools for iOS, Android, and web applications.
Full Stack Developer at RHI Magnesita
May 1, 2020 - May 1, 2020
Led development of a Smart Tool application and built a scalable web architecture using modern frontend and backend technologies; collaborated with multinational teams to deliver high-impact solutions.
Lead Full Stack Developer at First
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Managed full lifecycle development, support, and maintenance of multiple applications. Led technical decision-making and strategic planning for engineering teams. Spearheaded prototyping and code development for NASA as a third-party service, ensuring best practices and quality assurance.
Senior Frontend Developer at Accenture
December 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Led frontend development for multiple projects, focusing on user experience and product enhancement. Delivered high-performance web solutions for enterprise clients using cutting-edge frontend technologies.
Front-end Designer at Fiser v
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2015
Implemented and redesigned banking encryption services across multiple US-based banks. Provided UI/UX solutions, ensuring compliance with industry security standards.

Education

Project Management at Universidad Latinoamérica de Ciencias y Tecnología
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Software Engineering at Universidad Internacional de las Américas
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014
Bachelor's in Advertising & Graphic Design at Universidad Fidelit as
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010

Qualifications

Full-Stack Development – MIT
January 1, 2020 - October 28, 2025
Full-Stack Development – NextU (Colombia)
January 1, 2015 - October 28, 2025
SEO Management & Consultant – TEC
January 1, 2011 - October 28, 2025
Web Development – Universidad Fidelit as
January 1, 2011 - October 28, 2025
Web Design – TEC
January 1, 2010 - October 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services