selfie of Marten in front of a Marten branded semi-truck.

About

Passionate about leveraging technology to drive innovation and solve complex problems, I am a results-oriented software engineer with a diverse background. My experiences have equipped me with a robust skill set and a track record of delivering impactful solutions in any environment -- from full stack cloud development to aerospace R&D. I am seeking a full-time software engineering position where I can continue to grow and make a difference.

Recent experience centers on full stack web development, with a focus on AWS, React, and Node. I have a strong foundation in computer science and am comfortable with a variety of languages and frameworks. I am a quick learner and a team player, and I am always looking for ways to improve my skills and help others.

I love photography and video production, and have done a lot of freelance work. I've managed a technical Minecraft server since 2017. My dog's name is Yuuki.

Work Experience

Twenty Four 7

Software Engineer

  • Successfully led agile development of a universal sports bracket-prediction web application, navigating an accelerated timeline and complex requirements.
  • Facilitated the onboarding of a new agency, playing a pivotal role in defining API, SDK, and database requirements.
  • Integrated 10 web apps with an evolving external platform, designing cross-platform authentication and communication protocols.
  • Achieved a 30% reduction in AWS costs by optimizing queries, identifying redundancies in the database structure, and automating data deletion.
  • Finalized the 3D character-creator system by introducing essential components like cloud rendering, control panels, RESTful APIs, and an external web view.
  • Identified and addressed security flaws in our codebase and cloud infrastructure.
  • Received a promotion after architecting and launching the SDK for their new platform.
Python, TypeScript, React.js, Express.js, Node.js, AWS, Firebase, Docker, GitHub, BitBucket Pipelines

Qstream

Computer Science Intern

  • Developed a new feature for their enterprise microlearning app, which involved both programming and QA testing.
  • Slashed technical debt by 40% by fixing bugs and escalating high priority issues.
Ruby on Rails, Jira

Hood Tech

Engineering Intern

  • Created an upgrade kit for the US Navy, enabling safe UAV launches in rough seas.
  • Prototyped an onboard microcontroller and battery management system for the FLARES platform, estimated to have saved the US Army over $3 million.
Arduino, C++, SolidWorks

Summit Projects

Web Design Intern

  • Provided UI/UX analysis, web design/development, and database management for prominent brands including Vega and Cessna.
HTML, CSS, Javascript, PHP, Wordpress, MongoDB, ExpressionEngine, Photoshop, InDesign

School

Portland State University
B.S., Computer Science, Cum Laude
2023

Projects

Teach Safely is a standardized safety training certification platform

50 teachers in high schools across the Pacific Northwest have expressed interest in using the system when it launches in 2025. Production of video lessons is funded by a 6-figure grant, and development has handed off to the PSU capstone program.

AWS's Serverless framework, with a Vue.js front end, should be capable of supporting 80,000 projected users.

Teach Safely cloud architecture diagram

Have you ever felt so tired after a long day that you don't have the energy to do anything but stare at the wall?

This is a voice user interface app that helps you figure out a good use of your free time when you're in zombie mode. (The embedded demo is text-chat only, but it's still fun to play around with.)

Here are some sample phrases if you'd like to try it out:

I'm tired after a long day and I don't know what to do.
It sure is nice out...
I should probably get back into my hobbies, huh?
GitHub Dialogflow, JavaScript

Developed a new IRC protocol with two teammates. Implemented multi-threaded socket management.

Github Python