Tony Therkildsen
Columbus, Ohio
***********@*****.***
GitHub
Professional Summary
Accomplished front-end engineer with a strong foundation in creating responsive, user-friendly web applications. Expert in markup languages like HTML and CSS, alongside advanced proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, and frameworks such as React, Angular, and Vue. Proven track record of optimizing web performance and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Adept at gathering user feedback to drive innovative solutions and improve overall usability. Passionate about staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
Experience
Senior Software Engineer
HighCode Tech August 2023 - August 2024
Led the design and development of responsive web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript for enhanced usability.
Collaborated closely with back-end developers and designers to create seamless user experiences across all platforms.
Optimized web applications for maximum speed, significantly improving load times and overall user satisfaction.
Created functional requirement documents and detailed guides to ensure clarity and alignment within the development team.
Developed quality mockups and prototypes, utilizing tools like Figma and Adobe XD to visualize new features.
Conducted rigorous testing and debugging across multiple browsers, ensuring consistent performance and accessibility standards.
Software Engineer
Email2Go July 2020 - July 2023
Developed user-centric web interfaces utilizing HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery, enhancing overall site interactivity and user engagement.
Maintained and improved website functionality, focusing on optimizing speed and responsiveness across various devices.
Gathered and analyzed user feedback to create tailored solutions, improving overall usability and satisfaction.
Assisted back-end developers with coding and troubleshooting, facilitating smoother integrations and reducing issue resolution time.
Implemented SEO best practices to enhance site visibility and improve search rankings on various search engines.
Utilized analytics tools to monitor performance and user behavior, informing design and development decisions.
Front-End Developer
Photon June 2014 - June 2020
Designed and implemented user-friendly web pages using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery, ensuring high aesthetic quality and performance.
Collaborated with designers and developers to improve website usability, ensuring high graphic standards and brand consistency.
Conducted thorough browser testing and debugging to maintain optimal performance across different platforms and devices.
Created prototypes and mockups to visualize concepts and gather stakeholder feedback early in the development cycle.
Optimized applications for maximum speed, significantly improving load times and enhancing user experiences across the board.
Stayed current with emerging technologies and best practices in front-end development, implementing new techniques as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Cornell University 2010 - 2014
Skills
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, jQuery
React, Angular, Vue, Next.js, Node.js
AJAX, Bootstrap, SASS, GraphQL
Responsive Web Design, UI/UX Principles, A/B Testing
SEO Optimization, Graphic Design, Adobe Suite, Photoshop
Content Management Systems (CMS), Performance Optimization
Agile Methodologies, Git, Continuous Integration/Deployment
Analytical Skills, Multitasking, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration