Full-Stack Engineer with Backend Focus

Will Cannon

***********@*****.*** 415-***-****

https://cannongoesboom.com GitHub/Portfolio available upon request

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Full-stack / backend-focused software engineer with 10+ years of experience building data-driven applications, CRM systems, and reporting solutions. Strong expertise in PHP, MySQL, and AWS, with a background in both modern web development and enterprise reporting environments. Proven ability to design scalable systems, optimize database performance, and deliver end-to-end solutions in fast-paced environments.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages: PHP, JavaScript, SQL, Python

Frameworks: Laravel, React, Node.js, Express, Django

Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, SQL Server, Oracle

Cloud & DevOps: AWS (EC2, IAM), Linux, SSH, Git

Web: HTML5, CSS3, Shopify (Liquid), WordPress

Tools: TOAD, SQL Server Management Studio, Crystal Reports

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Programmer (Contract)

Grace Analytics – Greencastle, PA

Dec 2020 – Feb 2026

Developed a custom CRM platform to manage mortgage and refinance requests using PHP, JavaScript, and MySQL

Built dynamic multi-step user interfaces to streamline mortgage application workflows

Designed and implemented a mortgage calculator to improve user engagement and lead conversion

Managed AWS infrastructure including EC2 provisioning, and secure deployments via SSH

Maintained and enhanced WordPress-based marketing site, improving performance and usability

Software Engineer (Immersive Program)

General Assembly – New York, NY

Mar 2020 – Jul 2020

Built full-stack applications using React, Node.js, Express, and MongoDB

Developed RESTful APIs and integrated frontend applications with backend services

Gained hands-on experience across multiple stacks including Python/Django and PHP/MySQL

Report Writer / Developer

NYC Law Department – New York, NY

Jun 2016 – Jan 2020

Designed and optimized complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and reporting data models

Developed and maintained Crystal Reports for legal and operational reporting

Created data marts using advanced SQL techniques (joins, outer apply) to support reporting systems

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, production-ready reports

Full-Stack Developer

Various Clients – Hoboken, NJ

Dec 2012 – Jun 2016

Built and maintained websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL

Designed database schemas and managed backend logic for dynamic web applications

Developed reporting solutions and 3D assets using Crystal Reports and Blender

PHP Developer

AssistRx – Orlando, FL

Dec 2014 – Mar 2015

Contributed to development of e-prescribing software for specialty pharmaceuticals

Collaborated using Git-based workflows in a Linux development environment

Earlier Experience

Reports Writer – Hudson Group (Oracle / PL-SQL)

Data Claims Administrator – Pref Governmental Claims Solutions

Technical Support Analyst – Thomson Reuters (Reporting + SQL + Training)

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Software Engineering Immersive – General Assembly (2020)

Linux & AWS Cloud Computing – Linux Academy (2018)

Additional Training: Python, JavaScript (Udemy)

CERTIFICATIONS

Linux Essentials

DevOps Generalist

MILITARY SERVICE

U.S. Army – Fort Carson, CO

Honorably Discharged

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