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Resume

Chris Kelly

Portland, ME Area

Summary

Web Developer with web/ client application development experience at both large and small companies. Recent experience using React/ Redux and Java. Previous experience with Python and Django. Interest in web application/ service development.

Work Experience

  • Guideline Technologies - Portland, ME/ Burlingame, CA
    Software Engineer (Jan 2017 - Present)
    Working to build an easy-to-use 401k platform for Small and Medium businesses
  • HubSpot - Cambridge, MA
    Senior Software Engineer (Sept 2012 - Jan 2017)
    Senior Engineer on the team responsible for building a next-generation Blogging and Content Management Platform
  • Lumatic - San Francisco, CA
    Web Developer (May 2011 - Sept 2012))
    Built and designed the API and frontend platform for people and city-centric directions and location services.
  • The Echo Nest - Somerville, MA
    Web Developer (Sept 2009 - May 2011)
    Helping to build the Future of Music, one API at a time.
    • Led redesign/ reimplementation of the Echo Nest API Platform (http://developer.echonest.com/), allowing for faster and more flexible development and deployment.
    • Rebuilt and restyled the developer documentation system using the Python Sphinx documentation system.
    • Built API statistics dashboard for use by employees.
    • Coordinated with external design firms to release a new version of the Echo Nest corporate site (http://the.echonest.com/) and launch a new music app-related blog on the WordPress platform (http://evolver.fm/).
    • Provided development and upkeep for Fanalytics (http://fanalytics.echonest.com/), a record label-specific music analytics and blogger tracking platform.
  • Lookery, Inc - Cambridge, MA / San Francisco, CA
    Web Developer (Jun 2008 - Aug 2009)
    Worked on internal and external Web sites for the user-targeting startup; Developed site and services using Python, the Django web framework, and Amazon Web Services.
    • Rebuilt website from a PHP-based system to one using the Django Web Framework
    • Integrated Amazon Web Service functionality using the Boto Python library.
    • Built internal and user-facing information dashboards for business data reporting.
    • Built a custom fork of Django-Paypal to support PayPal subscription checkouts.
    • Developed scripts pertaining to database maintenance and for the importing and exporting of data from internal APIs.
    • Configured new Amazon EC2 web server images using nginx as a front-end proxy and Apache serving Django using mod_wsgi.
  • Compete, Inc - Boston, MA
    Senior Web Developer (Apr 2007 - Jun 2008)
    Worked on internal and external Web sites; Developed in Python and the Django web framework.
    • Rebuilt the Consumer Input website, converting from the Spyce platform to the Django Framework (http://consumerinput.com)
    • Led the architecture and development of the Compete Data Hub, a site built to highlight interesting data points taken from Compete information.
    • Provided upkeep of the Compete click collection servers, troubleshooting system breakdowns and manually repairing systems as necessary.
    • Implemented custom drop boxes via the Script.aculo.us JavaScript Framework for the Compete site. (http://compete.com)
    • Developed Python library to interface with third party eCommerce system via Web Service APIs/ WSDL.
  • CA (formerly Concord Communications) - Framingham, MA
    Senior Software Engineer (Dec 2003 - Apr 2007)
    Developed and supported various Windows and web-based user interfaces
    • Redesigned eHealth Server Status page as a Java Servlet, outputting XML and XHTML via XSLT, periodically updating content via XMLHttpRequest (AJAX) calls.
    • Designed and implemented improved toolbar and menu systems for OneClick for eHealth v2.0.
    • Led compiler migration of OneClick for eHealth from Visual C++ 6.0 to Visual Studio .NET 2003.
    • Contributed bug fixes and performance enhancements in the release push for the company’s Windows-based administrative application, OneClick for eHealth v1.0.
    • Collaborated with product management on designs, mockups, and timetables for development of next generation Application Response administrative interface.
    • Updated product and installation branding for Application Response Agent, Application Response Web Console, Business Transaction Studio, and OneClick for eHealth products to adhere to CA corporate UI standards.
    • Provided upkeep of Application Response administrative web interface, including fixes to the C++ backend and improving HTML/ JavaScript compatibility with Netscape/ Mozilla, Safari, and Opera web browsers.
  • CA - Islandia, NY
    Software Engineer, Level 2 Support (Jun 2002 - Dec 2003)
    Provided developer-level customer support for the AllFusion ERWin Database Modeling suite.
    • Using Visual C++, debugged issues and developed fixes for the user interface and reporting portions of the MFC-based data modeling application.
    • Communicated with customers, development, and support team members regarding customer issues, related fixes and release timetables.
    • Completed 10 week "Bootcamp" training program for new college recruits, with focus areas of C++, Java, XML, and Computer Associates product training.
    • Wrote plans for quality assurance testing of the product’s toolbars, tooltips, menus, and keyboard shortcuts.
  • BAE Systems - Nashua, NH
    Technical Intern II – Information and Electronic Warfare Systems (May 2001 - Aug 2001)
    • Interpreted hierarchical digital schematics and utilized digital multimeters to debug circuit boards for the F-22 Raptor fighter plane.
    • Developed Excel VBA macros for creating microchip pin layouts.
    • Installed PC-based chip programming software and instructed engineers on its use.
  • Kronos Incorporated - Chelmsford, MA
    Software Engineer Intern – Timekeeper Central for Windows (May 2000 - Aug 2000)
    • Fixed software errors en route to the code freeze of an MFC-based software application.
    • Completed various performance tests on the Timekeeper Central product suite.
    • Researched and began the design of new features for the next version of the product help system.
  • Electric Boat Corporation - Groton, CT
    Engineering Intern – Information Technology (May 1999 - Aug 1999)
    • Deployed and supported Windows 95 and Windows NT workstations.
    • Developed Visual Basic 6.0 application to monitor staff terminal usage.
    • Researched and recommended various hardware and software packages for future use throughout managed departments.
  • Exploration Physics International - Milford, NH
    Program Manager - Computerdrivers.com (Jan 1998 - Aug 1998)
    • Managed group of employees in development of driver search service.
    • Developed overall timeframe and implemented deadlines for project features.
    • Led group meetings on strategies and solutions to problems that arose.
  • Exploration Physics International - Milford, NH
    Internet Technology Programmer (Mar 1997 - Dec 1997)
    • Performed regular updates to customer web sites.
    • Collaborated with other programmers and graphic artists on site design projects.
    • Part of a NASA bid to develop an interactive, educational website.

Projects

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