Software Engineer Stack Developer

Elya Lê

Full Stack Developer Software Engineer

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States 360-***-**** Portfolio Site GitHub SUMMARY

Full-stack developer with 7+ years of combined web, mobile development, and UI/UX design experience. Currently a Co-Design Fellow at Liminal Works collaborating on technology solutions for nonprofit and grassroots organizations. Skilled in UI/UX design, front-end technologies, and mobile app optimization to drive user engagement and retention. Passionate about creating user-first technology that democratizes access to essential services and empowers underserved communities.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Mobile & Frontend Development: JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, React.js, React Native, WebSockets, Redux Backend & APIs: Node.js, Express, Python, Flask, RESTful APIs, PostgreSQL, SQL, AWS S3 Design & UX: Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, UI/UX Design, Wireframing, Prototyping, User Research, Accessibility Design Development Tools: Git, Agile/Scrum, Project Management (Jira/Asana), CI/CD Pipelines, Analytics Integration SELECTED PROJECTS

Communication App Live – Github Repo

Full-stack application designed for creating and managing communities.

● Developed real-time chat functionality with WebSockets, supporting 500+ simultaneous users

● Implemented user segmentation and messaging capabilities for targeted communications

● Built responsive user interfaces with React.js and modern CSS design principles

● Integrated Redux for efficient state management, ensuring smooth application performance

● Designed secure user authentication and authorization to maintain system integrity and reliability E-Commerce Marketplace Live – Github Repo

Full-stack commerce platform supporting merchandise sales, built collaboratively by a team of four developers.

● Architected scalable mobile API system powering seamless shopping experiences from browse to checkout

● Optimized PostgreSQL database supporting 1,000+ product catalog with complex inventory relationships

● Implemented one-click AWS S3 image uploads reducing merchandise listing time by 50%

● Built responsive mobile interfaces with Redux optimization for fast loading times on mobile devices

● Managed CI/CD deployment pipelines ensuring reliable app updates and feature rollouts PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Co-Design Program Fellow February 2025 - Present

Liminal Works - Remote

● Contributing to research centered on creating actionable knowledge-sharing roadmaps for grassroots leaders through human-centered processes

● Leading user research initiatives with community participants to solve real-world communication challenges

● Implementing privacy-first mobile technologies and secure communication protocols for high-risk user environments

● Collaborating in global team of 10 fellows representing six countries, focusing on scalable mobile application architecture

Designer Motion, Experiential & Fabrication May 2019 to Dec 2022 Photon Factory - Seattle, Washington

● Designed and implemented high-quality interactive and experiential projects that integrated technology, accessibility, and storytelling to drive user engagement

● Produced 2D and 3D assets, storyboards, and animations for large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with client needs and project goals

● Managed workflows and collaborated with cross-functional teams, including material sourcing and fabrication for timely and high-quality delivery

● Developed scalable design solutions by merging creative and technical expertise, contributing to the success of campaigns for major clients like Amazon and AWS

Notable Clients Project descriptions on Portfolio Site

-Amazon -WA Federal Credit Union

-AWS -Commute Seattle

-Verizon/iHeart Radio -F5

UI/UX Designer Dec 2018 to May 2019

Channel Messaging App - Seattle

● Designed responsive and accessible web and mobile interfaces, creating wireframes, prototypes, and conducting usability testing to enhance user experience

● Led cross-functional collaboration to streamline the development process, resolving defects and ensuring on-time feature rollouts

● Focused on user-centered design principles to deliver consistent and intuitive applications that addressed real-world communication challenges

UX Designer Dec 2016 to Nov 2018

Poppy Care Company - Seattle, Washington

● Designed UX for a live nanny booking mobile and web application handling thousands of bookings weekly with integrated rating and feedback systems

● Collaborated with developers and stakeholders to design accessible and intuitive interfaces for families and caregivers

● Conducted user research and testing to optimize booking workflows and improve platform usability EDUCATION

App Academy, Full Stack Development Oct 2023 to Aug 2024 Intensive program focused on React Native, Node.js, Express, PostgreSQL, and Python. Built mobile-optimized projects including e-commerce platforms, real-time messaging applications, and social media platforms using Agile methodologies. General Assembly, UI/UX Circuit Oct 2016 to Dec 2016 Completed advanced projects in mobile user research, responsive UI design, wireframing, and mobile prototyping. Grandview University Sept 2013 to May 2015

Completed coursework in Graphic Design as part of undergraduate studies.

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