Hi, I'm Chris Vanzo. With over 20 years of development experience, I specialize in creating digital experiences that merge user-centered design with robust, scalable systems. I enjoy leading global teams, enhancing enterprise systems, and introducing design thinking into software development. I bring passion, pragmatism, and purpose to every project. I love solving complex technical challenges and helping others grow. Whether it’s developing enterprise-level applications or mentoring team members, I focus on practical solutions that create real value while fostering collaboration and continuous learning.

Chris Vanzo

Hi, I'm Chris Vanzo. With over 20 years of development experience, I specialize in creating digital experiences that merge user-centered design with robust, scalable systems. I enjoy leading global teams, enhancing enterprise systems, and introducing design thinking into software development. I bring passion, pragmatism, and purpose to every project. I love solving complex technical challenges and helping others grow. Whether it’s developing enterprise-level applications or mentoring team members, I focus on practical solutions that create real value while fostering collaboration and continuous learning.

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Hi, I’m Chris Vanzo. With over 20 years of development experience, I specialize in creating digital experiences that merge user-centered design with robust, scalable systems. I enjoy leading global teams, enhancing enterprise systems, and introducing design thinking into software development. I bring passion, pragmatism, and purpose to every project.

I love solving complex technical challenges and helping others grow. Whether it’s developing enterprise-level applications or mentoring team members, I focus on practical solutions that create real value while fostering collaboration and continuous learning.

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Language

Javanese
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Work Experience

Lead Frontend Developer at Kterio
June 30, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Led frontend development for enterprise smart building management software using Angular and Angular Material. Enhanced workflows, theming, and accessibility. Integrated generative AI for code generation, documentation, and testing, improving release speed and code quality. Worked with Jenkins and Swagger to ensure smooth backend integration with .Net and Node.js services. Developed mobile Angular app with Node.js backend supporting MySQL and JSON for field engineers. Collaborated with stakeholders to refine product requirements and led team recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training. Maintained enterprise standards for security, performance, and scalability. Coordinated with distributed teams across the US and Europe.
Senior Angular Developer at INSPYR Solutions / TekPartner
February 28, 2023 - July 16, 2025
Contracted with Disney to support Guest Service Suite and payment tools. Mentored team on test strategies. Upgraded Angular versions while managing project constraints. Developed browser-based multi-page PDF generation. Troubleshot full-stack issues involving Angular, CSS, Node API, and service layers.
Lead Software Engineer & Dev Manager at SAIC
May 31, 2022 - July 16, 2025
Maintained continuity and technical knowledge on VA Community Care contract transition. Led remote teams developing Angular/Node.js applications for VA systems. Provided SME guidance on technical and architectural matters. Supported CI/CD for AWS deployments. Onboarded developers to VA-specific technical processes and reinforced agile practices including backlog refinement and scrum activities.
Senior Software Engineer / Scrum Master at Favor TechConsulting
September 30, 2019 - July 16, 2025
Contributed to Community Care System Enhancements contract for VA T4NG. Developed frontend and backend solutions using Angular, Node.js, JavaScript, HTML, and SCSS. Led testing improvements using Karma and Selenium and performed security validation with Fortify. Acted as team lead for onsite and remote developers. Participated in story refinement and backlog grooming. Helped coordinate larger team efforts and improve process alignment.
Senior Software Engineer / Senior UX SME at OSTHUS
September 30, 2017 - July 16, 2025
Led UI design and technical planning for current and future products, creating scalable design systems. Conducted research and prototyping using Canvas, SVG, WebGL, and other JS graphics libraries. Developed themed applications using Sencha ExtJS and created training and documentation. Collaborated with DevOps to optimize frontend deployment pipelines and AWS cloud infrastructure. Identified and proposed improvements for development and contract processes aligned with agile best practices.

Education

B.S. at Full Sail University
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
A.S. at Full Sail University
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999

Qualifications

Certified Scrum Master
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Government, Professional Services, Energy & Utilities

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