Irvine Kwende
Full Stack Software Engineer
Phone: 651-***-****
Email: **********@*****.***
SUMMARY
Motivated and adaptable Full Stack Software Engineer with hands-on experience building responsive web applications and scalable backend systems. Proficient in modern web technologies including JavaScript, React, Node.js, Express, and MongoDB, with additional experience in Python, SQL, and mobile (iOS) development. Strong communicator and team player who thrives in collaborative environments and adapts quickly to new tools and challenges.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Languages: JavaScript, Python, Java, SQL, HTML, CSS Frameworks & Libraries: React, Node.js, Express, Bootstrap Databases: MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL
Tools & Platforms: Git, Docker, Postman, Firebase, Heroku, Netlify Other: Responsive Design, SEO, REST APIs, Agile/Scrum, Web Accessibility (WCAG), Cross-Browser Compatibility
PROJECTS
DevConnector (Full Stack MERN Application)
● Built a social network platform for developers using MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js
● Implemented JWT-based authentication and protected routes
● Used Redux for state management and designed with responsive UI in mind FitTrack (Health Tracker Web App)
● Developed a fitness dashboard using React and Chart.js
● Built REST API with Node.js/Express and MongoDB
● Deployed via Heroku with CI/CD
EventEase (Event Management Platform)
● Led frontend in React; backend built with Flask and PostgreSQL
● Integrated APIs like Google Maps and SendGrid
● Managed user registrations and events database
Healthy Eats (CSS/HTML Project)
● Designed a responsive recipe website using Flexbox and Grid
● Focused on performance optimization and accessibility PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Web Developer, Wings of Colonel Mar 2024 – Present
● Develop and maintain scalable, responsive websites with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React
● Collaborate across teams for UX, performance, and security optimization
● Conduct SEO analysis and implement best practices Retail Specialist, Verizon Sept 2023 – Present
● Resolved customer technical issues with devices and networks
● Delivered product education and technical troubleshooting
● Contributed to team knowledge sharing and client satisfaction CERTIFICATIONS
● Meta Front-End Developer Certificate (Coursera)
● JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures (freeCodeCamp)