I am a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Web and Mobile development based in Leesburg, FL. I have a proven track record of enhancing system resilience, improving UI design with pixel-perfect precision, and optimizing application performance to deliver fast load times. My expertise spans front-end architecture, test-driven development, and cloud-based microservices deployment. I am passionate about building scalable and efficient software solutions that boost user engagement and business growth. I enjoy leading and mentoring junior developers, improving code quality through rigorous reviews, and driving strategic improvements through detailed performance reporting to executive leadership.

Shain Defoe

I am a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Web and Mobile development based in Leesburg, FL. I have a proven track record of enhancing system resilience, improving UI design with pixel-perfect precision, and optimizing application performance to deliver fast load times. My expertise spans front-end architecture, test-driven development, and cloud-based microservices deployment. I am passionate about building scalable and efficient software solutions that boost user engagement and business growth. I enjoy leading and mentoring junior developers, improving code quality through rigorous reviews, and driving strategic improvements through detailed performance reporting to executive leadership.

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I am a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Web and Mobile development based in Leesburg, FL. I have a proven track record of enhancing system resilience, improving UI design with pixel-perfect precision, and optimizing application performance to deliver fast load times. My expertise spans front-end architecture, test-driven development, and cloud-based microservices deployment.

I am passionate about building scalable and efficient software solutions that boost user engagement and business growth. I enjoy leading and mentoring junior developers, improving code quality through rigorous reviews, and driving strategic improvements through detailed performance reporting to executive leadership.

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Work Experience

Seasoned Full Stack Engineer (React.js, React Native, Node.js) at Skiff
April 1, 2022 - June 8, 2024
Established a scalable front-end architecture enhancing system resilience by 50%. Crafted pixel-perfect UIs using Sass with BEM and Storybook, improving development speed and maintenance. Fine-tuned application performance achieving 35% faster load times. Enforced test-driven development with 85% test coverage via Cypress, reducing bugs by 30%. Orchestrated microservices deployment on AWS with Docker, boosting deployment frequency by 40%. Streamlined GitLab CI/CD pipelines and S3 bucket management reducing deployment times by 25%. Innovated solutions for complex technical issues leading to 30% increase in system efficiency and significant error reduction. Articulated technical changes to stakeholders facilitating smoother transitions. Built a React Native mobile app with a 99.5% crash-free rate supporting over 10 million users with load times reduced by 50%, increasing retention and active users significantly. Embedded Mapbox GL and mastered Firebase to improve app functionality and en
Lead Frontend Engineer (React Native/React.js/Next.js) at Radiant Digital
December 1, 2018 - April 1, 2022
Led frontend engineering utilizing React Native, React.js, and Next.js frameworks. Supervised code reviews that increased code quality by 20% and shortened bug-fixing time by 30%. Guided junior developers enhancing team productivity and cohesion. Identified and resolved bottlenecks in SDLC reducing project timelines by 20% and increasing client satisfaction. Designed backend and frontend architecture for a user base exceeding 500,000 across multiple tenants. Developed responsive UIs with React.js, improving customer satisfaction by 20%. Revitalized checkout processes reducing cart abandonment by 15% and boosting conversion rates by 10%. Instituted RESTful APIs and microservices with Node.js enhancing data processing speed and reliability.
Full Stack Developer (React.js, Node.js) at Walmart (Walmart Global Tech)
October 1, 2016 - December 1, 2018
Executed timely product updates on frontend and backend ensuring system functionality. Revamped architecture resulting in 20% reduced maintenance costs and 30% better system performance. Redesigned UI with React.js improving navigation and interactivity and boosting user engagement by 40%. Commanded development, testing, debugging, and maintenance to deliver high-quality software solutions. Presented quarterly performance reports highlighting team achievements to executive leadership supporting strategic decisions.
React.js Developer at Redfin
January 1, 2014 - October 1, 2016
Lead Frontend Engineer (React Native/React.js/Next.js) at Skiff
April 30, 2022 - August 31, 2025
Full Stack Developer (React.js, Node.js) at Radiant Digital
December 1, 2018 - August 31, 2025
React.js Developer at Walmart (Walmart Global Tech)
October 1, 2016 - August 31, 2025

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science at University of Windsor
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
Bachelor of Computer Science at University of Windsor
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
Bachelor of Computer Science at University of Windsor
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014

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Industry Experience

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