Software engineer with over a decade of experience building and maintaining production systems. Known for integrating compassion into technology—ensuring systems serve the greater good while mentoring teams and partnering with stakeholders. Experienced across the full stack with a strong focus on Python, Node.js/JavaScript, Java, AWS/GCP, Kubernetes, and CI/CD. Skilled in designing technical solutions, shipping reliable software, and improving data workflows from ingestion to large-scale processing.

Liam Mackey

Software engineer with over a decade of experience building and maintaining production systems. Known for integrating compassion into technology—ensuring systems serve the greater good while mentoring teams and partnering with stakeholders. Experienced across the full stack with a strong focus on Python, Node.js/JavaScript, Java, AWS/GCP, Kubernetes, and CI/CD. Skilled in designing technical solutions, shipping reliable software, and improving data workflows from ingestion to large-scale processing.

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Software engineer with over a decade of experience building and maintaining production systems. Known for integrating compassion into technology—ensuring systems serve the greater good while mentoring teams and partnering with stakeholders.

Experienced across the full stack with a strong focus on Python, Node.js/JavaScript, Java, AWS/GCP, Kubernetes, and CI/CD. Skilled in designing technical solutions, shipping reliable software, and improving data workflows from ingestion to large-scale processing.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Russian
Intermediate
Arabic
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Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer at The Washington Post (DC/NYC)
September 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Developed Node.js and Java applications for newsroom article planning and tracking software. Mentored junior engineers and engaged with stakeholders. Architected technical solutions while creating timelines and tickets to keep the team aligned and on schedule.
Senior Full Stack Engineer at Thorn (Remote)
July 1, 2021 - July 1, 2024
Focused on Python for web scraping. Built and maintained applications for formatting, managing, and integrating diverse datasets into larger work streams. Worked heavily with Kubernetes and AWS for platform management and infrastructure.
Systems Engineer at OSA Technology Partners (Remote)
October 1, 2020 - February 1, 2021
Oversaw systems management for a growing startup, maintaining both Linux and Windows servers. Implemented containerized services with Docker and Kubernetes. Developed CI/CD pipelines for applications.
Programmer at Infinity Interactive (Remote)
January 1, 2018 - September 1, 2020
Developed code for large-scale production applications. Responded to production bugs and issues in real time. Worked as part of a distributed team across North America.
Full Stack Developer at Deep Focus (NYC)
May 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Wrote production code for applications, including server administration and DevOps responsibilities. Built web applications, robotics, and chatbots (and related automation experiences).

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Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services