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Hi, I’m Valencia Walker, a Senior Software Engineer with 8+ years of experience building high-performance web applications using Next.js, Node.js, Supabase, TypeScript, Mapbox, and modern UI frameworks like shadcn/ui and Tailwind. I excel at delivering end-to-end features for fast-paced demo builds, rapid sprints, and production-ready prototypes.\n\nI’ve built geo-location features, real-time systems, and integrated third-party mapping, authentication, and data services. I work autonomously and collaboratively across remote teams, delivering high-quality code on tight deadlines while maintaining a strong focus on architecture and long-term maintainability.
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Work Experience
Technology Marketing Director Intern at OpenQ Quantify
March 1, 2025 - PresentDeveloped and implemented strategic marketing plans for technology products and services. Oversaw digital marketing, content creation, and brand positioning. Conducted market research to identify trends and customer needs. Collaborated with product management, sales, and engineering teams to align marketing efforts with business goals. Managed and optimized multi-channel marketing campaigns including SEO, SEM, social media, email, and paid advertising. Led content marketing initiatives such as white papers, case studies, and thought leadership articles. Developed partnerships and alliances to expand company reach in the tech market. Measured and analyzed campaign effectiveness using data-driven insights.
Software Engineer Intern at OpenQ Quantify
August 1, 2024 - PresentFine-tuned GPT-4.0 models for electronics and embedded systems. Developed GPU-accelerated software for RISC-V and low-level programming. Programmed communication protocols and optimized hardware interaction for various devices. Assisted in developing and programming embedded system and AI-driven simulation software across multiple platforms. Supported the design, implementation, and debugging of robust and efficient software integrated with hardware components. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate AI-driven and embedded system software. Contributed to open-source projects enhancing Generative AI capabilities. Participated in testing and code reviews to ensure high-quality software. Managed media content for OpenQ Quantify including uploads to LinkedIn.
Backend Engineer at MealMatch AI
February 28, 2025 - September 4, 2025Built and maintained APIs to facilitate interactions between backend and frontend or mobile applications, providing a smooth interface with Koffee AI recommendation engine. Designed and implemented SQL and NoSQL databases supporting user profiles, meal plans, and grocery lists. Ensured data integrity, secure access, and efficient storage for large datasets. Created scalable backend architecture to grow with the platform’s user base, managing cloud infrastructure on AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure ensuring system stability and performance. Implemented security protocols to protect sensitive information and applied performance tuning for system efficiency and load balancing. Collaborated closely with frontend engineers to integrate backend services with user-facing applications. Contributed to API documentation and third-party service integration. Ensured system reliability through unit, integration, and performance tests with quick issue resolution to minimize downtime. Contributed ideas
Data Research Specialist at PACE Group International
March 1, 2021 - September 4, 2025Conducted aviation research data analysis contributing to industry insights. Performed data mining operations. Researched aerospace sector and input findings using Google Sheets.
Medicare Advocate at AgentC Solutions LLC
December 1, 2020 - September 4, 2025Educated clients on Medicare benefits ensuring HIPAA compliance and optimized client support.
Clinical Research Coordinator at Medical Research Center Flint
November 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025Conducted clinical research case studies. Performed blood pressure measurements. Collaborated with team members on clinical research studies.
Survey Coordinator at The University of Chicago
September 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025Researched the Flint Water Crisis. Performed data analysis using Excel. Utilized data mining techniques for information extraction.
Human Resource Intern at Wellness AIDS Services
December 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025Performed administrative and human resource tasks.
Food Prep at Sodexo Magic
August 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025Food preparation duties.
Office Assistant at Unknown
September 1, 2014 - September 4, 2025Temporary Work Study performing administrative tasks.
ER Intern at Hurley Medical Center
December 1, 2012 - September 4, 2025Assisted staff and patients, performed varied tasks.
Technology Marketing Director Intern at OpenQ Quantify
March 1, 2025 - PresentDevelop and implement strategic marketing plans for technology products and services. Oversee digital marketing, content creation, and brand positioning. Conduct market research to identify industry trends, customer needs, and competitor strategies. Collaborate with product management, sales, and engineering teams to align marketing efforts with business goals. Manage and optimize multi-channel marketing campaigns including SEO, SEM, social media, email, and paid advertising. Lead content marketing initiatives such as white papers, case studies, and thought leadership articles. Develop partnerships and alliances to expand the company’s reach in the tech market. Measure and analyze the effectiveness of marketing campaigns using data-driven insights.
Software Engineer Intern at OpenQ Quantify
August 1, 2024 - PresentFine-tuned GPT-4.0 models for electronics and embedded systems. Developed GPU-accelerated software for RISC-V and low-level programming. Programmed communication protocols and optimized hardware interaction for various devices. Assisted in the development and programming of software for various platforms, focusing on embedded systems and AI-driven stimulation. Supported the design, implementation, and debugging of robust and efficient software with hardware components. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware AI-driven and embedded systems. Contributed to open-source projects, enhancing the capabilities of Generative AI. Participated in testing and code reviews to ensure high-quality software. Managed media content for OpenQ Quantify and uploaded media content on LinkedIn.
Backend Engineer at MealMatch AI
February 28, 2025 - September 4, 2025Built and maintained APIs facilitating interactions between backend and front-end or mobile applications, providing a smooth interface with Koffee AI recommendation engine. Designed and implemented database structures (SQL and NoSQL) capable of handling extensive data including user profiles, meal plans, and grocery lists. Ensured data integrity, secure access, and efficient storage to manage large datasets. Created scalable backend architecture that can grow with the platform's user base by managing cloud infrastructure on AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure to ensure system stability and performance. Implemented security protocols to protect sensitive information such as user profiles and payment data, applying performance tuning techniques to maintain system efficiency and load balancing as usage scales. Worked closely with frontend engineers to integrate backend services with user-facing applications. Contributed to API documentation and specifications, aiding third-party service integrati
Data Research Specialist at PACE Group International
March 1, 2021 - September 4, 2025Conducted aviation research data analysis contributing to industry insights. Carried out data mining operations. Researched aerospace and input findings on Google Sheets.
Medicare Advocate at AgentC Solutions LLC
December 1, 2020 - September 4, 2025Educated clients on Medicare benefits, ensuring HIPAA compliance and optimized client support.
Clinical Research Coordinator at Medical Research Center
November 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025Conducted Clinical Research Case Studies. Performed blood pressure measurements. Worked with other team members on clinical research studies.
Survey Coordinator at The University of Chicago
September 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025Researched the Flint Water Crisis. Performed data analysis using Excel. Utilized data mining techniques for information extraction.
Human Resource Intern at Wellness AIDS Services
December 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025Performed administrative and human resource tasks.
Food Prep at Sodexo Magic
August 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025Responsible for food preparation duties.
Office Assistant
September 1, 2014 - September 4, 2025Temporary work-study job performing administrative tasks.
ER Intern at Hurley Medical Center
December 1, 2012 - September 4, 2025Assisted staff and patients in various tasks.
Technology Marketing Director Intern at Open Q Quantify
March 1, 2025 - PresentDevelop and implement strategic marketing plans for technology products and services. Oversee digital marketing, content creation, and brand positioning. Conduct market research to identify industry trends, customer needs, and competitor strategies. Collaborate with product management, sales, and engineering teams to align marketing efforts with business goals. Manage and optimize multi-channel marketing campaigns, including SEO, SEM, social media, email, and paid advertising. Lead content marketing initiatives such as white papers, case studies, and thought leadership articles. Develop partnerships and alliances to expand the company’s reach in the tech market. Measure and analyze the effectiveness of marketing campaigns using data-driven insights.
Software Engineer Intern at Open Q Quantify
August 1, 2024 - PresentFine-tuned GPT-4.0 models for electronics and embedded systems. Developed GPU-accelerated software for RISC-V and low-level programming. Programmed communication protocols and optimized hardware interaction for various devices. Assisted in the development and programming of software for various platforms, focusing on embedded systems and AI-driven stimulation. Supported the design, implementation, and debugging of robust and efficient software with hardware components. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware AI-driven and Embedded Systems. Contributed to open-source projects, enhancing the capabilities of Generative AI. Participated in testing and code reviews to ensure high-quality software. Managed media content for Open Q Quantify and uploaded media content on LinkedIn.
Backend Engineer at MealMatch AI
February 28, 2025 - September 4, 2025Building and maintaining APIs that facilitate interactions between backend and front-end or mobile applications, providing a smooth interface with Koffee AI, the recommendation engine. Designed and implemented database structures (SQL and NoSQL) capable of handling extensive data, including user profiles, meal plans, and grocery lists, ensuring data integrity, secure access, and efficient storage. Created a scalable backend architecture that can grow with the platform's user base. Managed cloud infrastructure on AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure to ensure system stability and performance. Implemented security protocols to protect sensitive information such as user profiles and payment data, and applied performance tuning techniques to maintain system efficiency and load balancing as usage scales. Worked closely with frontend engineers to integrate backend services with user-facing applications. Contributed to API documentation and specifications, aiding third-party service integration. Ensur
Data Research Specialist at PACE Group International
March 1, 2021 - September 4, 2025Conducted aviation research data analysis contributing to industry insights. Conducted data mining operations. Researched aerospace topics and input findings on Google Sheets.
Medicare Advocate at AgentC Solutions LLC
December 1, 2020 - September 4, 2025Educated clients on Medicare benefits, ensuring HIPAA compliance and optimized client support.
Clinical Research Coordinator at Medical Research Center
November 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025Conducted clinical research case studies. Performed blood pressure measurements. Worked with other team members on clinical research studies.
Survey Coordinator at The University of Chicago
September 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025Researched the Flint Water Crisis. Performed data analysis using Excel. Utilized data mining techniques for information extraction.
Human Resource Intern at Wellness AIDS Services
December 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025Performed administrative and human resource tasks.
Food Prep at Sodexo Magic
August 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025Food preparation.
Office Assistant
September 1, 2014 - September 4, 2025Temporary work-study. Administrative tasks.
ER Intern at Hurley Medical Center
December 1, 2012 - September 4, 2025Assisted staff and patients. Performed varied tasks.
Technology Marketing Director Intern at OpenQ Quantify
March 1, 2025 - PresentDeveloped and implemented strategic marketing plans for technology products and services. Oversaw digital marketing, content creation, and brand positioning. Conducted market research to identify industry trends, customer needs, and competitor strategies. Collaborated with product management, sales, and engineering teams to align marketing efforts with business goals. Managed and optimized multi-channel marketing campaigns including SEO, SEM, social media, email, and paid advertising. Led content marketing initiatives such as white papers, case studies, and thought leadership articles. Developed partnerships and alliances to expand company’s reach in the tech market. Measured and analyzed effectiveness of marketing campaigns using data-driven insights.
Software Engineer Intern at OpenQ Quantify
August 1, 2024 - PresentFine-tuned GPT-4.0 models for electronics and embedded systems. Developed GPU-accelerated software for RISC-V and low-level programming. Programmed communication protocols and optimized hardware interaction for various devices. Assisted in development and programming of software for embedded systems and AI-driven stimulation platforms. Supported the design, implementation, and debugging of robust and efficient software with hardware components. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware AI-driven and embedded systems. Contributed to open-source projects, enhancing generative AI capabilities. Participated in testing and code reviews to ensure high-quality software. Managed media content and uploaded media content on LinkedIn.
Backend Engineer at MealMatch AI
February 28, 2025 - September 4, 2025Built and maintained APIs facilitating interactions between backend and frontend or mobile applications, providing smooth interface with Koffee AI recommendation engine. Designed and implemented SQL and NoSQL database structures handling extensive data like user profiles, meal plans, and grocery lists, ensuring data integrity, secure access, and efficient storage. Created scalable backend architecture that can grow with the platform's user base by managing cloud infrastructure on AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure, ensuring system stability and performance. Implemented security protocols to protect sensitive information such as user profiles and payment data and applied performance tuning techniques to maintain system efficiency and load balancing as usage scales. Worked closely with frontend engineers to integrate backend services with user-facing applications. Contributed to API documentation and specifications, assisting third-party service integration. Ensured system reliability by writin
Data Research Specialist at PACE Group International
March 1, 2021 - September 4, 2025Conducted aviation research data analysis contributing to industry insights. Performed data mining operations. Researched aerospace and input findings on Google Sheets.
Medicare Advocate at AgentC Solutions LLC
December 1, 2020 - September 4, 2025Educated clients on Medicare benefits, ensuring HIPAA compliance and optimized client support.
Clinical Research Coordinator at Medical Research Center
November 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025Conducted clinical research case studies. Performed blood pressure measurements. Collaborated with other team members on clinical research studies.
Survey Coordinator at The University of Chicago
September 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025Researched the Flint Water Crisis. Performed data analysis using Excel. Utilized data mining techniques for information extraction.
Human Resource Intern at Wellness AIDS Services
December 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025Performed administrative and human resource tasks.
Food Prep at Sodexo Magic
August 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025Food preparation tasks.
Office Assistant at Flint
September 1, 2014 - September 4, 2025Work study - temporary. Administrative tasks.
ER Intern at Hurley Medical Center
December 1, 2012 - September 4, 2025Assisted staff and patients. Performed varied tasks.
Senior Software Engineer at OpenQQuantify
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025Built full-stack features using Next.js, Node.js, and React, serving over 3,000 business users in data-intensive operational dashboards. Designed and shipped complex API integrations supporting geo-location workflows with mapping overlays and real-time data rendering. Integrated Mapbox and location-based data layers into UIs for live visualization of multi-tenant operations. Designed relational schemas and Supabase-style structures for datasets with millions of records. Delivered rapid prototypes and interactive demos for leadership and client presentations, and maintained backend services with routing, data processing, auth, and edge-optimized endpoints. Implemented automated tests, troubleshot production issues, and wrote internal docs.
Software Engineer at MealMatch AI
May 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021Built React/Next.js front-end modules for thousands of daily users in AI-driven personalization software. Developed Node.js back-end REST endpoints for orders, analytics, and real-time updates. Implemented mapping and location-based features for partner locations and delivery workflows. Designed PostgreSQL/MySQL schemas supporting 40,000+ monthly transactions. Integrated geocoding, delivery routing, and multi-tenant data separation. Created dashboards with Tailwind-based components and modern UI libraries. Implemented automated testing (Jest/Cypress).
Software Developer at AAMRC Medical Research Center
December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018Developed JavaScript interfaces and backend workflows for 250,000+ clinical records. Built internal tools for data visualization including map-based reporting and location-driven operations. Implemented backend logic using PHP/Java for data flows, automated validation, and secure storage. Designed relational DB tables and indexing for fast retrieval in multi-clinic environments. Wrote automated tests and contributed to internal quality processes; modernized legacy components.
Senior Software Engineer at OpenQQuantify
June 30, 2025 - June 30, 2025Built full-stack features using Next.js, Node.js, and React, serving over 3,000 business users in data-intensive operational dashboards. Designed and shipped complex API integrations supporting geo-location workflows, including mapping overlays and real-time data rendering. Integrated Mapbox and location-based data layers into user interfaces, enabling live visualization of multi-tenant operations. Designed relational schemas and Supabase-style structures across datasets containing more than 5M financial records. Built rapid prototypes and interactive demos for leadership and client presentations, often within tight internal deadlines. Delivered consistent Node.js backend services, including routing, data processing, auth flows, and edge-optimized endpoints. Implemented automated tests (unit + integration) to maintain stability during fast-paced iterations and demo sprints. Troubleshot production issues, rapidly delivered patches, and improved reliability across multi-service interacti
Software Engineer at MealMatch AI
May 31, 2021 - May 31, 2021Built React/Next.js front-end modules supporting thousands of daily users across AI-driven personalization software. Developed backend functionality using Node.js, including REST endpoints for orders, analytics, and real-time updates. Worked with mapping and location-based features for partner locations and delivery workflows. Created database structures in PostgreSQL/MySQL supporting more than 40,000 monthly transaction entries. Integrated APIs for geocoding, delivery routing, and multi-tenant data separation in operational tools. Built internal dashboards using modern UI libraries and Tailwind-based component systems for fast iteration cycles. Delivered automated test suites using Jest and Cypress to ensure stable feature rollouts. Participated in rapid sprint cycles to deliver new features for demos, investor previews, and product launches. Resolved complex bugs across frontend rendering, backend logic, and mapping components. Communicated progress clearly with remote stakeholders a
Software Developer at AAMRC Medical Research Center
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018Developed JavaScript-based interfaces and backend workflows supporting 250,000+ clinical record entries. Created internal tools for data visualization, including map-based reporting interfaces and location-driven operations. Built backend logic using PHP/Java for structured data flows, automated validation, and secure data storage. Designed relational database tables and indexing methods to optimize retrieval speeds across multi-clinic environments. Wrote automated test coverage for critical workflows and contributed to internal quality processes. Debugged UI issues, fixed rendering defects, and improved user flows for clinician-facing portals. Modernized legacy components to improve speed and maintainability. Participated in planning sessions and iterative sprint cycles to deliver improvements on time. Created documentation for internal teams covering workflows, forms, and API behavior.
Education
Masters of Psychology at University of Phoenix
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024Bachelor of Science in Health Administration at University of Michigan-Flint
January 1, 2014 - April 30, 2018Associate of Science in Health Care Administration at Colorado Technical University
November 1, 2011 - August 31, 2013Master of Psychology at University of Phoenix - Arizona
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024General Psychology PhD at National University San Diego, CA
June 1, 2025 - September 4, 2025Bachelor of Science in Health Administration at University of Michigan - Flint
January 1, 2014 - April 1, 2018Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Software Engineering at Colorado Technical University
October 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025Associate of Science in Health Care Administration at Colorado Technical University
November 1, 2011 - August 1, 2013Master of Psychology at University of Phoenix - Arizona
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024General Psychology PhD at National University
June 1, 2025 - September 4, 2025Bachelor of Science in Health Administration at University of Michigan - Flint
January 1, 2014 - April 1, 2018Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Software Engineering at Colorado Technical University
October 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025Associate of Science in Health Care Administration at Colorado Technical University
November 1, 2011 - August 1, 2013Full Stack Software Developer Course at IBM CS50
October 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025Computer Science at Harvard University
September 1, 2023 - September 4, 2025Software Engineering at Flatiron School
August 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024Master of Psychology at University of Phoenix - Arizona
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024General Psychology PhD at National University
June 1, 2025 - September 4, 2025Bachelor of Science in Health Administration at University of Michigan - Flint
January 1, 2014 - April 1, 2018Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Software Engineering at Colorado Technical University
October 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025Associate of Science in Health Care Administration at Colorado Technical University
November 1, 2011 - August 1, 2013Master of Psychology at University of Phoenix - Arizona
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024General Psychology PhD at National University
June 1, 2025 - September 4, 2025Bachelor of Science in Health Administration at University of Michigan - Flint
January 1, 2014 - April 1, 2018Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Software Engineering at Colorado Technical University
October 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025Associate of Science in Health Care Administration at Colorado Technical University
November 1, 2011 - August 1, 2013Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science at Colorado Technical University
January 1, 2013 - April 1, 2017Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science at Colorado Technical University
January 1, 2013 - April 30, 2017Qualifications
Certified Full Stack Developer
May 1, 2025 - September 4, 2025Certified Full Stack Developer
May 1, 2025 - September 4, 2025Certified Full Stack Developer
May 1, 2025 - September 4, 2025Certified Full Stack Developer
May 1, 2025 - September 4, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other
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