Note: I have the Right to Work in the UK and do not require visa sponsorship.As a seasoned software engineer with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, I thrive in environments where innovation and problem-solving are at the forefront. With a solid background in both engineering and product development, I've played a pivotal role in driving the success of projects at USAA, a leading financial services institution, and Sign Language 101, a startup dedicated to bridging the communication gap between the hearing and Deaf communities.In my recent role at Sign Language 101, I've led the design and development of our ecommerce website, leveraging event-driven architecture along with Shopify’s headless ecommerce platform and Next.js. Additionally, I’ve built internal applications that have streamlined our operations and unlocked an additional $40K in revenue. Beyond technical strategy and execution, I'm deeply involved in product development, from evaluating and selecting LMS platforms to revising course materials and conducting user studies. My efforts have not only enhanced our product offerings but also provided valuable insights into market trends and customer preferences.Prior to this, at USAA, I honed my skills in driving tech initiatives and delivering impactful solutions. As a Solutions Engineer, I played a pivotal role in defining and communicating technical visions across multiple Agile SAFe teams, ensuring alignment and coherence in our development efforts.As a Senior Software Engineer, I led cross-functional teams in building and modernizing USAA’s insurance platforms, leveraging technologies such as React, Spring Boot, and Apache Kafka.Additionally, my experiences as a Software Quality Assurance Engineer equipped me with a keen eye for detail and commitment to delivering high-quality products.At the end of the day, whether I'm coding a new app, creating a new product, or finding the best flight to Australia, I love solving puzzles and building cool things. If you do too, I'd love to connect and discuss some of them! Email: derekkyleharris@gmail.comCurrently excited about: JavaScript, React.js, Node.js, Next.js, tailwindcss, Shopify APIs, Shopify Extensions, Mux Video, Ableton Live, Travel
Listed skills include Agile And Waterfall Methodologies, Training, Leadership, Process Improvement, and 14 others.
