Computer Science User Interface
Resume:
Trevan A. Jackson
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Summary
Experienced UX/UI Software Designer/Developer and Architect with 12+ years' expertise in user interface architecture, responsive cross-browser design, data modeling, security, and research. Proficient in translating business needs into technical specs. Specializes in designing and developing UI/UX for complex systems. Strong communicator, excels in teamwork and solo projects. Recognized for simplifying complex applications into user-friendly solutions.
Education:
Towson University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Towson University
Masters of Science, Computer Science (Concentration, Human Computer Interaction)
Technical Proficiencies:
Web Technologies: CSS3, Angular, React 16+, Redux, D3.js, Cordova, Ionic, Karma, Jest, Enzyme, Jasmine, oAuth2, Webpack, Babel, npm, yarn, Vite, Redux toolkit query,
Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, PHP, JSON, HTML5
Databases: Postgres
Software: Balsamiq Mockups, Figma, Lucid Charts
Versioning Tools: Git
Development Methodology: Agile, Scrum
Side Project: MisfitBots NFTs
Spearheaded the launch of an innovative NFT project on the Cardano Blockchain, leveraging my diverse skill set in process and product design, system architecture, UI/UX design and development, database design and development, REST API design, security implementation, third-party API configurations, and cloud setup and deployment.
Key accomplishments include:
●Designed and implemented the challenging UX architecture for the Just-In-Time minting transaction software, ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience.
●Utilized Photoshop to create the base layers for the generative NFT art, adding a unique and visually captivating aspect to the project.
●Developed a customized program capable of generating NFT images, metadata, and rarity information, streamlining the creation process.
●Designed and developed the user interface of the misfitbots transaction software using React.js, CSS, and Blueprint.js, resulting in a visually appealing and user-friendly interface.
●Implemented the NFT reservation service using Node.js, Express.js, and Postgres, allowing users to secure their desired NFTs in advance.
●Configured and launched an independent IPFS and Cardano Node, ensuring secure and reliable storage and communication within the blockchain ecosystem.
●Developed a Node.js application that seamlessly interacts with the Cardano Node and external services, facilitating the Just-In-Time minting operation.
●Configured and deployed both the UI and backend components to Heroku, ensuring a scalable and accessible platform for users.
Through this side project, I demonstrated my ability to tackle complex technical challenges while successfully delivering a comprehensive NFT solution on the Cardano Blockchain.
Please feel free to explore the project at https://www.misfitbots.io.
Optum- UnitedHealth Group
UX Architect: March 2019 - Current
As a UX Architect, I serve as a key contributor to both internal and external software systems, playing a pivotal role in shaping user experiences.
●Implemented UX architecture principles and cross-browser user interface responsive design efforts, ensuring seamless user experiences across different platforms.
●Translated business requirements into technical specifications, collaborated closely with stakeholders to align design solutions with organizational goals, by leveraging low fidelity wireframes and mid fidelity mock-ups.
●Designed and developed user interfaces for our complex systems, leveraging a deep understanding of user behavior and interactions.
●Conducted user research to gain insights into user needs, preferences, and pain points, informing the design and development process.
●Analyzed user data to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for optimization, driving iterative improvements to enhance user experiences.
●Worked collaboratively within cross-functional teams, effectively communicating design concepts and collaborating on project deliverables.
●Applied information architecture principles and data modeling techniques to ensure efficient and scalable UI/UX solutions.
●Prioritized usability and accessibility, adhering to best practices and industry standards to create intuitive and inclusive user interfaces.
●Developed and implemented security measures to protect user data and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
●Utilized strong problem-solving skills to tackle technical challenges and provide innovative solutions to complex design problems.
CACI International INC
Senior UX/UI Software Designer/Developer: May 2015 - March 2019
As a Senior UX/UI Designer/Developer, I played a pivotal role in the successful implementation of the Civil Division Online Base Relational Application (COBRA) project. This enterprise-level web-based application was designed to tackle complex challenges related to big data ingestion, storage, and retrieval
●Actively participated in designing and developing the COBRA application, which employed cutting-edge approaches to address the complexities of managing large-scale data. By leveraging existing mature open-source projects, we created a scalable and efficient Litigation Support platform.
●Prioritized the user experience throughout the project, ensuring that the application was intuitive, accessible, and met the specific needs of government users. Through a user-centered design approach, I incorporated user feedback and industry best practices to deliver a highly usable interface. Utilized Balsamiq Mockup software to create prototypes for rapid customer feedback, facilitating agile iterations and improvements.
●Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, data scientists, and stakeholders, to integrate the diverse components of the COBRA application. By fostering effective communication and teamwork, we successfully combined various open-source technologies into a cohesive platform.
Through my contributions, I have consistently delivered exceptional UX/UI solutions, coordinated teams effectively, implemented cutting-edge technologies, and ensured secure and reliable applications.
iMapData INC
UX/UI Senior Software Developer: 2014 – 2015
As a Senior UX/UI Software Developer, I played a pivotal role in leading development efforts and driving successful product migration tasks within the company. Key highlights of my contributions include:
●Designed and developed the UX/UI for a mobile application targeting both iOS and Android platforms, ensuring a seamless user experience.
●Leveraged hybrid technologies like Ionic and Cordova to consume .Net REST API endpoints, enabling cross-platform compatibility and efficient data integration.
●Provided ongoing support for existing software, addressing enhancements and bug fixes to ensure the smooth functioning of the applications.
●Conducted thorough research on open-source UI tools, identifying opportunities to develop innovative products and enhance user experiences.
●Conducted user tests and analysis for the current software system, gathering valuable insights to inform usability improvements and optimize user journeys.
●Developed a responsive prototype for a Single Page Application dashboard, incorporating user feedback and iterative design processes.
●Collaborated closely with back-end developers to effectively consume .NET REST API endpoints, ensuring seamless data integration and synchronization between the mobile application and the server.
Throughout these projects, I demonstrated strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a keen eye for user experience. By leveraging hybrid technologies, conducting user tests, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, I successfully delivered high-quality software solutions.
CACI International INC
UX/UI Designer/Developer 3: 2011 – 2014
As a UX/UI Designer/Developer for the OMEGA development team, I made significant contributions to the success of 12 independent application development projects, including two enterprise-level web-based applications. Additionally, I actively participated in the migration from a waterfall to the Agile/SCRUM framework, ensuring a more efficient and collaborative development process.
Key contributions include:
●Designed and developed engaging and user-friendly UX/UIs for multiple web applications, ensuring optimal user experiences.
●Created wireframes and high-fidelity mockups, effectively communicating design concepts to team members and product owners.
●Provided support for existing applications, actively enhancing and refactoring legacy code to improve functionality and maintainability.
●Led a team of UI developers in a complex UI redesign project for an existing big data application, successfully delivering an improved user interface.
●Took the lead in ensuring 508 compliance and web standards across all developed applications, prioritizing accessibility and adherence to industry best practices.
●Collaborated closely with back-end developers, effectively consuming JAVA REST API endpoints to facilitate seamless data integration.
●Provided maintenance, diagnosis, and resolution for production issues, ensuring smooth operation and user satisfaction.
●Conducted unit and functional testing to ensure code quality and reliability.
●Actively participated in code reviews, contributing to the overall improvement of codebase quality and adherence to best practices.
Through these efforts, I consistently delivered high-quality UX/UI designs, drove effective collaboration between teams, ensured compliance with industry standards, and contributed to the overall success of the projects.
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