Lead Software Engineer + Designer

This Teenage Life, New York, NY August 2023 – Present

• Collaborated closely with the company’s leadership to understand their vision and requirements for the website.
• Designed and created mockups for the website using Figma, ensuring alignment with the company’s branding and objectives.
• Utilized Next.js, Tailwind CSS, GSAP, and Backend Structures to develop a dynamic and interactive website.
• Implemented features to display and showcase podcast episodes effectively, enhancing user engagement.
• Developed a custom admin panel for the blogging site, allowing easy management and publishing of content.
• Ensured the website’s responsiveness and optimized performance across various devices and browsers.
• Conducted regular testing and debugging to maintain the website’s functionality and stability.

Web Developer + Product Manager

Annotater, New York, NY

• Founded and led the startup Annotater, conceptualizing and developing the product from ideation to launch.
• Designed the user interface and experience for Annotater, ensuring a user friendly and intuitive interaction flow.
• Leveraged Next.js and Tailwind CSS to build a responsive and visually appealing web application.
• Implemented innovative features and functionalities to fulfill user needs and enhance product usability.
• Conducted market research and user testing to iterate and improve the product based on feedback and insights.
• Collaborated with team members to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain project momentum.
• Managed the development process, including coding, testing, and deployment, to deliver a high-quality product.
• Established partnerships and executed marketing strategies to promote Annotater and acquire users.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and entrepreneurial skills in driving success of the startup venture.