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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidate CHRIS THORNBURG
Harpers Ferry, WV
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Full Stack Software Engineer
Strategic and results-oriented Software Engineer with 6+ years of professional experience within the Software
Development and IT industry. Experienced in building responsive web applications and optimizing user
experiences. Skilled in developing innovative designs that focus on efficiency, security, and implementing
dynamic user-centric solutions. Passionate about exceeding customer expectations through successful and
cutting-edge products.
Core Competencies
IT Management Web Applications API Integration
Engineering Solutions Technical Writing Troubleshooting
System & Process Design Continuous Improvement Product Lifecycle
Business Strategy Cross-Team Collaboration Version Control
Professional Experience
Organization App, Arlington, VA
Freelance Engineer Aug 2024 Present
Developed a multi-page web application using Next.js and Tailwind CSS for a community organization,
enhancing engagement and providing educational resources for expect 500+ visitors.
Implemented 5 key features such as an admin-run blog with Prisma and Postgres, an interactive
flowchart, and a sign-up form, streamlining content updates and user onboarding.
Ellucian, Reston, VA
Software Engineer Intern May 2024 Aug 2024
Heavily involved in implementation of File upload capabilities on a low-code component built on React
and JS, and participated in the design sessions, improving file upload efficiency by 20%.
Conducted module testing with RTL and accessibility (a11y), achieving compliance with WCAG
standards, ensuring an inclusive experience for all users.
Applied company style guides using Tailwind CSS and MaterialUI, ensuring 100% consistency in UI
and code quality, enhancing user satisfaction and brand alignment.
Established manual and automated testing through QAcomplete and Playwright, reducing QA testing
time by 5 hours per week, increasing overall development speed and code reliability.
Federal Working Group, Washington, DC
Desktop Engineer Feb 2019 Mar 2023
Developed, tested, and deployed Bigfix packages using proprietary script and Relevance language to
remediate application vulnerabilities and perform automated computer health tasks companywide.
Processed 100+ weekly non-standard software Service Now requests via BigFix, SCCM, Psexec,
Active Directory, and SCCM Reporting tools, improving service delivery efficiency and accuracy.
Generated and compiled weekly and monthly vulnerability reports for enterprise workstations using
Qualys, enhancing visibility of security issues and ensuring timely remediation efforts.
Provided Tier 3 technical support for client workstations, analyzing logs, researching issues, and
resolving complex technical problems to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
Pro Act Site, Remote | Link Feb 2021 June 2021
Designed and launched a multi-page WordPress site using Elementor in under a week, quickly
acquiring and applying new WordPress skills.
Optimized website performance using Lighthouse and WordPress SEO tools, enhancing site stability
and increasing visibility on search engines.
Integrated Google Maps API to display nationwide protest events, improving access to information for
prospective members and organizers.
CHRIS THORNBURG
Professional Experience
Green New Schools, Remote | Link June 2021 July 2021
Utilized Trello for real-time bug tracking, promptly implementing fixes to improve site functionality by
10% and enhance the user experience.
Deployed a Hugo-based site, adhering to Figma designs from the UX team, ensuring accurate and
accessible information about the campaign and legislation.
Digital iBiz Inc., Chantilly, VA
Lead Tier 2 Desktop Technician Apr 2018 Jan 2019
Tier 2 Desktop Technician Feb 2018 Apr 2018
Directed the deployment of 5,000+ Windows 10 workstations across the enterprise, ensuring timely
delivery and installation according to project milestones.
Coordinated logistics through ServiceNow and spreadsheets, successfully managing the shipment of
160 workstations per week to meet operational deadlines.
Developed training materials in Word and PowerPoint, and trained 8 new employees on imaging,
quality assurance, Active Directory, and SCCM, improving team efficiency and knowledge retention.
Project Experience
Butterfingers, Remote | Github | Link Aug 2023 Aug 2023
Implemented responsive typing game using Recharts and React hooks, providing real-time feedback
and detailed charts for users to track typing skill progression.
Developed a friend system with advanced filtering and conditional rendering, allowing users to find,
connect, and interact with other players seamlessly.
Connected Flask backend to AWS S3 for secure media storage and organization, utilizing AWS IAM to
maintain content security and streamline data management.
Edgy, Remote | Github | Link July 2023 Jan 2023
Built page review components using React and Redux, enabling users to edit or delete reviews directly
on the page without additional navigation.
Developed favoriting, review submission, and shopping cart functionality using Flask and PostgreSQL,
ensuring persistent user data through custom transactional operations.
Optimized user experience by implementing seamless CRUD operations for shopping cart and
favorites, improving long-term memory and data retention for users.
Apex Friends, Remote | Github June 2020 Aug 2020
Fetched player and user data dynamically using Axios from third-party APIs, providing real-time
information and an interactive user experience.
Implemented custom search functionality with error handling, allowing users to efficiently search and
view their own or other players' stats seamlessly.
Education
App Academy: Full Stack Web Development Mar 2023 Sept 2023
Udemy: The Complete 2021 Web Development Bootcamp Jan 2020 June 2020
University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, VA Aug 2014 Dec 2017
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Skills
Languages: JS, Python, HTML, CSS, BigFix Action and Relevance.
Databases: PostgreSQL, Sqlite3, and MongoDB.
Frameworks & Tools: React, Redux, NextJs, React Testing Library, a11y, i18n translations, Tailwind
CSS, MaterialUI, Node.js, SonarQube, Jenkins, Playwright, Express, Prisma, Microservices, GIT, Jira,
Confluence, QAcomplete, AWS, Sequelize, Docker, Flask, Bootstrap, and Mocha.
Business Experience: Project Management, Business Development, Client Relations, Agile/Lean,
Risk Management, Mentoring, Budgeting & Scheduling, and Forecasting.
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