Matthew Van Doff
516-***-**** • ad5auo@r.postjobfree.com • matthewvandoff.com • linkedin.com/in/matthew-vandoff • github.com/mvandoff Full Stack Engineer based in the Raleigh-Durham area with three years of experience in consulting and web development. Proficient in managing end-to-end development processes and skilled in a variety of modern programming languages, platforms, and tools. Seeking to leverage problem-solving skills in full-stack positions that contribute to innovative projects. Experience
Senior Software Engineer, Game Builds September 2023 – January 2024 Game Builds was a dynamic startup, responsible for developing diablobuilds.com, a specialized web app for character building and content for the popular game Diablo IV. diablobuilds.com has shut down however a demo is available on request.
● Responsible for full-stack development, implementing a broad range of features which played a crucial role in site functionality, user engagement, growth, performance and reliability.
● Reimplemented the entire in-game character builder from Diablo IV as a React web application.
● Successfully refactored multiple complex UI feature sets in React, achieving a 100% reduction in response time, significantly enhancing interface responsiveness and user interaction experience.
● Conducted code reviews and provided guidance to other developers, contributing to a culture of quality and collaborative learning.
Technologies used: JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Next.js, Node.js, Sanity CMS, Chakra UI, Prisma, PlanetScale/MySQL, Firebase Software Engineer, Applied Visions https://www.avi.com April 2021 – September 2023 Applied Visions is a custom software development company based in Long Island, New York.
● Insurance Network - Contributed to full stack development of a next-gen social media network for insurance professionals. Led and trained new developers
Technologies used: JavaScript/TypeScript, React, GraphQL, C#, .NET, ASP.NET, Entity Framework, SQL Server
● Project Management Platform - Revamped and refactored front end of an AI-driven GovTech project management platform. Defined new coding standards and mentored peers on best practices Technologies used: JavaScript/TypeScript, React, GraphQL, C#, .NET, ASP.NET, Entity Framework, SQL Server Additional Responsibilities:
● Interviewed developer candidates and collaborated with teams to evaluate candidate qualifications.
● Conducted comprehensive training for a client's intern, including instruction on tech stack, coding standards, and contribution strategies. This mentorship was instrumental in the intern's subsequent transition to a full-time Software Engineer role at the client. Projects
Syfr Studio https://syfr.studio
Syfr Studio is a SaaS product that streamlines the organization and collaboration efforts of music makers.
● Designed and implemented a comprehensive social media application including essential features such as connection requests, reactions, and comments.
● Implemented advanced functionality such as cancellable multi-part uploads, batched transactional email notifications, permissions, and OAuth authentication. Technologies used: TypeScript, React, Node.js, Next.js, tRPC, Tailwind CSS, NextAuth.js (T3 Stack), AWS (Lambda, RDS), PostgreSQL Certifications
AWS Certified Developer - Associate: Jan 2021 – Jan 2024 AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate: Feb 2021 – Feb 2024 Education
B.A. Linguistics - Stony Brook University - Stony Brook, NY (Jan 2014 – Dec 2015)