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Mike Gulline

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Software Engineer (Frontend/Full-Stack)

Skills

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • SASS
  • LESS
  • TailwindCSS
  • Flexbox
  • Grid
  • Animations
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • React
  • NextJS
  • Redux
  • Zustand
  • Web APIs
  • NodeJS
  • Express
  • PHP
  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB
  • GraphQL
  • Git
  • Jest
  • React Testing Library
  • SEO
  • Web Performance Optimization
  • UX/UI Design
  • Figma
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign

Work History

Contract Software Engineer

Loyal to Few® · Contract

Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 · 4 mos

Oceanside, CA · Remote

  • Designed and implemented a headless e-commerce platform utilizing React 18 and NextJS 13, enhanced by TailwindCSS for styling and NextAuth for authentication, focusing on modular architecture and usability.
  • Integrated third-party order and shipping APIs to streamline label printing, packing, shipping, and return processes, improving operational efficiency and reducing processing times.
  • Enhanced site performance for increased sales conversions and improved search engine rankings by adopting a responsive, mobile-first design approach and optimizing page speed.
  • Developed an asynchronous pre-build script in NextJS to generate base64 blur data strings for dynamic image rendering, enhancing page load times and user experience.
  • Engineered a CSV product export functionality in NodeJS to facilitate seamless product integration and advertising channels across Google, Instagram, and Facebook platforms.

Principal Creative/Software Engineer

Immunocorp® · Full-Time

May 2011 - Present · 13 yrs 3 mos

Long Beach, CA · Remote

  • Directed the design, development, and management of responsive e-commerce websites, blogs, and landing pages, overseeing all phases from concept to deployment to ensure optimal user experience.
  • Partnered directly with C-Suite executives to strategize on new business growth and product development, aligning technical solutions with corporate objectives.
  • Redesigned the product page discount structure to match our unique direct mail offers resulting in a 54% increase in the average order value from $132 to $204, significantly boosting revenue.
  • Launched and curated an e-newsletter campaign, which expanded the subscriber base to 150,000 and directly contributed to 46% of the company's online sales through targeted marketing strategies.

Properties: cho-wa.com, arcticrubyoil.com, ijat.org

Founding Creative/Software Engineer

HempLand® USA · Full-Time

Dec 2014 - Present · 9 yrs 8 mos

Huntington Beach, CA · Hybrid

  • Served as the creative lead for all identity, branding, packaging, direct mail, business-to-consumer (B2C), and e-newsletter marketing, driving brand consistency and engagement in a fast-paced startup environment.
  • Architected and managed a hemp-compliant e-commerce CMS using WordPress and WooCommerce, ensuring adherence to industry regulations while maintaining a seamless user experience.
  • Engineered custom WordPress hooks to introduce unique discounting mechanisms and time-sensitive offers, resulting in significant boosts in conversion rates.

Side Projects

CTO/Founding Software Engineer

Galaxy4Gamers · Contract

Jul 2008 - Apr 2011 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Huntington Beach, CA · Remote

  • Developed a multi-platform social media and tournament gaming web application for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo systems, facilitating community engagement and competitive gaming.
  • Engineered single and double elimination tournament systems capable of managing up to 128 players or teams, with drag and drop advancement, dispute arbitration, monitoring, and customizable promotions.
  • Implemented role-based account management and administrative controls for users, teams, administrators, monitors, and event promoters, enhancing platform security and user experience.
  • Designed and deployed a multifunctional chat system supporting individual, broadcast, and group communications, which increased user engagement tenfold.
  • Integrated the Justin.tv (now Twitch.tv) API to enable live streaming, editing, and archiving of gameplay directly on tournament and user profile pages, enriching user interaction and content availability.
  • Launched the Beat-A-Pro web application, enabling users to engage in live-streamed games against professional gamers, which monetized user interactions and increased platform visibility.

Summary

Accomplished full-stack creative with over twenty years of experience designing and developing robust, highly-performant web applications. Skilled in a broad range of technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and NextJS, coupled with a solid understanding of backend systems. Known for enhancing user experience and optimizing site performance through innovative design and development. Successfully leads projects independently, converting business needs into scalable technical solutions that boost engagement and sales. Demonstrated ability to innovate and mentor in diverse technical environments.

Objective

Aspiring to join a dynamic, cross-functional team where I can collaborate on innovative projects, share knowledge, and continue to grow as an engineer. Eager to expand my extensive design and frontend expertise into DevOps, CI/CD, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and end-to-end testing (E2E). Passionate about leveraging open-source technologies and advanced backend solutions to build future-proof software that not only meets but exceeds expectations. Committed to lifelong learning and embracing challenges to develop cutting-edge solutions. Interested in Fintech, AI, Web3 and Python.

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