Chris Seckler Email & Phone Number

Mountain View, California, Us

Working on the Aerospike Cloud team simplifying the creation and self-management of databases.Aerospike Cloud is a Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) solution offering developers and data teams the full power of the multi-model Aerospike Database delivered as an on-demand, pay-as-you-go, fully elastic service. Aerospike Cloud offers an easy and cost-effective way for developers and data architects to build scalable real-time applications using a fraction of the servers and operational overhead required with traditional data solutions.

Santa Monica, California, Us

At Adim, I spearheaded the development of a design system that refined the developer experience and met precise design needs. My commitment to clear communication and collaboration was key in creating a platform that fosters creative collaboration in the TV and movie industry.• Led the development and standardization of a scalable design system with Next.js and TypeScript, establishing a robust foundation for the platform's UI/UX.• Enhanced Storybook to set rigorous UI standards, boosting the frontend team's ability to develop polished and effective user interfaces.• Streamlined and refined the Tailwind implementation, ensuring a cohesive and efficient styling framework across the platform.• Actively engaged in strategic discussions, showcasing a profound understanding of company objectives and contributing to project success.• Proactively tackled documentation challenges by directly communicating with stakeholders, ensuring smooth project flow and adaptability in a fast-paced startup environment.• Spearheaded the redesign of the marketing website, enhancing brand presence and user engagement through a modern, intuitive interface and seamless user experience.

Santa Monica, California, Us

As employee #1, I developed a language-learning browser extension and website that achieved significant business impact with over 1 million users.• Led the architecture of key features including homepage, dashboard, subscription, login/signup on a Next.js website that scaled to over 13 million page views in its lifetime.• Developed core features for a browser extension with over one million users: A sidebar, contextless learning moments, games, and launch on mobile Safari, leading to a significant enhancement in user experience and retention.• Massively improved site performance through refactoring and best practices, making SEO a viable strategy for our growth. Went from a 35 -> 98 web vitals score.• Spearheaded A/B testing to improve user acquisition and retention, providing data to the product team and driving subscription growth.• Wrote RFC’s to identify technical bottlenecks, leading to increased team knowledge and productivity, and ultimately, better business outcomes.• Mentored junior engineers and conducted employment interviews, contributing to the growth of the engineering team.• Created component library for uniformity and developer ease, improving team productivity and code quality.• Technologies used: Next.js, React, GraphQL, Mongo, Material UI, Amplitude, and Jest

Santa Monica, California, Us

Los Angeles, California, Us

As a senior engineer of Dave's core banking and customer support dashboard, I played an integral role in scaling the startup to a $1 billion+ unicorn from 200,000 to over 4 million users.• Developed suite of customer support tools in that enabled quick access to and analysis of bank data.• Devised a system to pause and unpause user accounts, reducing churn rates and improving retention.• Wrote automated scripts to customer tickets, reducing response times and improving customer satisfaction.• Added unit and integration tests to reduce errors.• Conducted over 50 employment interviews• Created modular components and screens using React Native, enabling rapid app development and increased customer engagement.• Technologies used: Typescript, Node, React-Native, React (Redux), MySQL

Los Angeles, California, Us

• Strong experience working with React-Native, React (Redux), Firebase, Docker, and Google Cloud Platform• Individually built entire public-facing informational website for Dave while consulting with designers and product management• Created modular components and screens to be used in the Dave mobile app using React Native

Portland , Me, Us

Implemented modular front-end views using functional JavaScript for a fintech application, collaborating with Product Managers and Back-end Engineers to ensure efficient bug resolution and story implementation within an agile work environment.• Developed intuitive, scalable views using AJAX to interface with REST API endpoints in a large-scale Backbone.js app.• Identified and solved complex bugs and stories, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software that meets business requirements and improves overall user experience.• Worked closely with UI designers to achieve pixel-perfect implementation of templates, maximizing user experience and stakeholder satisfaction.

HomeSearch.com - Conceptual real estate site Technologies: React, Redux, React RouterFeatures: Routing, filtering, Maps Integration, REST API calls, and a unique mobile interfaceDemo: https://zeckdude.github.io/mls-demo-reactRepo: https://github.com/zeckdude/mls-demo-react

• Maintain WordPress-ran site and add incremental features at the request of the founder• Created a custom analytics system to track user actions and generate reports for administrators• Converting the majority of the site to be run on the Laravel PHP framework

Revamped existing pages and integrated mobile responsive design strategies to enhance user experience and increase engagement on the AutoMD website.• Collaborated with designers and stakeholders to transform outdated pages into modern, visually appealing designs with intuitive user flows.• Managed work responsibilities and communicated effectively, ensuring timely project completion and alignment with business goals.• Leveraged PHP, CSS3, jQuery, and the Smarty templating engine to build dynamic features, leading to an increase in user engagement.

Los Angeles, Us

Delivered exceptional value by creating engaging websites for prominent entertainment brands. Excelled in collaborative environments of up to 8 team members, and leveraged a wide range of cutting-edge technologies to produce top-quality results.• Developed interactive websites for large entertainment brands utilizing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, resulting in improved user engagement and satisfaction while delivering projects on time and within budget.• Created mobile responsive and HTML5 compliant sites, increasing reach to users across various devices.• Utilized WordPress, jQuery, and PHP MVC frameworks to create large-scale sites, improving website functionality and performance for clients.

Los Angeles, Us

• Coordinated with the client to receive assets necessary for production• Established personnel schedules to meet required delivery dates• Supervised progress on deliverables with a team of up to 15 people• Submitted work hour estimates to management for quotes to the client• Produced audio recording sessions for voice talent in recording booths

• Designed and developed an ordering and tracking system utilizing HTML, CSS, jQuery and PHP• Reduced company costs by automating printing operations via an ordering and tracking systems• Developed site architecture and functionalities appropriate to clients' needs and requirements • Communicated project progress and challenges with manager on a weekly basis

Fort Liberty, Nc, Us

As a leader in the US Army, I oversaw and directed soldiers in a variety of situations in non-combat operations.• Supervised and delegated tasks to 12 lower enlisted soldiers, resulting in increased productivity and successful mission accomplishment.• Conducted and oversaw patrols, convoy operations, and traffic control points, ensuring the safety and security of personnel and equipment.• Deployed in Operation Iraqi Freedom, March 2003 - July 2004.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

• Keyword market research on targeted markets’ searching habits• Updated website content to reflect specific marketing & keyword goals• On-page optimization: meta tagging, code & content optimization

Redwood City, Ca, Us

• Provided feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality• Documented software defects and reported defects to developers• Monitored bug resolution efforts and tracked successes• Identified program deviance from standards and suggested modifications to ensure compliance

Us

• Answered user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation• Analyzed customer issues and evaluated results to determine the best solution• Resolved issues utilizing the customer service database and knowledge of team members• Maintained records of customer interactions, recorded details of inquiries, complaints, and comments, as well as actions taken

Olean, Ny, Us

• Sold cutlery products via appointments in clients’ homes• Scheduled appointments, called potential clients, delivered presentations and demonstrations about company and products• Honed personal skills of building rapport, setting and achieving goals, understanding consumer psychology and behavior, and time management

Bachelor Of Science, Web Design And Interactive Media

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