Robert Johnson
I buildweb applicationsFull-Stack Software Engineer with 6+ years of experience creating scalable, high-performance web applications and AI-powered experiences. Skilled in React, Next.js, Node.js, Express.js, TypeScript, and MongoDB, with real-world deployment experience across modern cloud platforms. Explore the portfolio below — and test-drive my custom OpenAI AgentKit chatbot I built 👉 It’s pretty snazzy!
About Me
Get to know me better
I’m a detail-oriented Full-Stack Software Engineer with over 6 years of experience designing, developing, and deploying scalable applications across the modern web ecosystem. My journey into coding began in 2017 when I enrolled in a front-end development program — a spark of curiosity that quickly grew into building complete web applications, exploring emerging frameworks, and ultimately developing full-stack systems and shipping real-world products.
My Core: is building robust front-end and back-end applications using React, Next.js, Node.js, Express.js, TypeScript, Angular, supported by hands-on experience with relational and non-relational databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL and MongoDB. I take pride in crafting clean, maintainable architectures and scalable APIs, with a strong emphasis on performance, readability, and long-term sustainability.
My Approach: is rooted in modern engineering best practices — thoughtful component architecture, API-first design, continuous integration, and cloud-native deployment. I leverage platforms like AWS, Azure, Firebase, and Vercel, along with version control and DevOps tooling such as Git, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines, to deliver polished end-to-end experiences.
The Front-End: is focused around UI/UX collaboration, SEO optimization, responsive design, and accessibility, ensuring the interfaces I build aren’t just functional — they’re intuitive and enjoyable to use.
AI/LLMs: integrating AI-driven features into applications using tools like OpenAI models, bridging traditional software engineering with the next generation of intelligent systems.
The Community: to date I’ve mentored and supported more than 250 aspiring full-stack developers, helping them build strong foundations in software development and navigate the evolving tech landscape. Whether working independently or with cross-functional instructional teams, I bring a mix of technical depth, practicality, and a constant drive to keep learning.
When I’m not coding, you’ll find me training in martial arts, traveling, playing drums, or diving into new passion projects like CNC machining, CAD design, and 3D printing.
Testimonials
Don’t just take my word for it—take theirs. They’re far more credible than I am!
Scott Blanch
Senior Software Engineer at Fidelity Investments
His dedication to software engineering is truly unbelievable. However, his track record makes his tale easier to swallow. I see Robert's progress as 2x to 4x not just from raw talent alone but his willingness to practice and learn. I look forward to seeing the future holds for him. The sky is the limit with this renaissance man.
Work Experience
A track record of solving problems and building great software.
Full-Stack Engineer
Strategic Tech Ventures
•Full-timeLeading the development of enterprise-scale web applications using React, Node.js, and AWS. Architecting microservices and implementing CI/CD pipelines for improved deployment efficiency. Wore multiple hats including frontend, backend, and DevOps responsibilities.
Key Achievments:
- Championed the design and development of robust, scalable software solutions leveraging modern full-stack technologies , successfully implementing advanced features and functionality across 10+ custom applications and 3 dynamic websites.
- Engineered efficient and maintainable software systems utilizing React , Node.js , Express.js , and MongoDB , contributing to a 30% improvement in system efficiency metrics through optimized performance and streamlined architecture.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams and clients to deliver tailored web applications that consistently exceeded user expectations , leading to a 25% increase in client satisfaction based on post-project feedback and surveys.
- Implemented responsive front-end interfaces , RESTful APIs , and secure data handling , ensuring high-quality, production-ready applications optimized for scalability and user engagement.
Software Developer
TeqTank
•ContractAs part of the TeqTank engineering team, I built core features using Angular, TypeScript, and Azure, optimized the UI architecture by removing 10,000+ lines of legacy code, and improved overall performance by 15%. I also delivered performant full-stack solutions with .NET, Blazor, Razor Pages, and C#, contributing to faster features, fewer bugs, and more reliable deployments across the platform.
Key Achievments:
- Implemented and maintained client-facing features and internal tools using Angular, TypeScript, and Microsoft Azure, enabling efficient tracking of millions in weekly client revenue and enhancing operational performance and scalability.
- Revamped the internal software platform’s UI architecture using Bootstrap and custom CSS, modernizing and streamlining the UI/UX design system. This initiative eliminated 10,000+ lines of redundant code and achieved a 15% reduction in page load times.
- Designed and delivered full-stack web development initiatives using .NET, Blazor, Razor Pages, and C#, resulting in a 20% improvement in system performance for new features and a 10% reduction in bug-related issues across both back-office and SPA environments.
- Partnered with product and QA teams to ensure adherence to coding standards, testing best practices, and deployment reliability in agile sprint cycles.
Software Developer
Perfectly Posh
•Full-timeAs part of the engineering team at Perfectly Posh, I shipped 40+ dashboards and features using React.js, PHP, and Salesforce, improving performance, usability, and revenue impact across the consultant portal. I also improved integration reliability by 20% through hands-on code reviews and partnered with QA/DevOps to ensure stable, efficient CI/CD deployments.
Key Achievments:
- Developed 16+ interactive data visualizations for the internal consultant portal using React.js and PHP, resulting in a 25% improvement in system functionality, performance, and user experience.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to build and deploy 25+ internal and customer-facing features integrating React with Salesforce, driving a 10% increase in quarterly revenue through improved usability and efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive peer code reviews to enforce coding standards, test coverage, and best practices, increasing successful integrations by 20% and enhancing overall code quality and maintainability in production.
- Partnered with QA and DevOps teams to ensure smooth CI/CD deployments, efficient testing, and minimal regression issues.
Full-Stack Developer
Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine
•ContractAt Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine, I engineered a full-stack decentralized research platform featuring authentication, file management, messaging, and user networking. I developed scalable REST APIs, improved server efficiency, and used Adobe XD to accelerate the design-to-development pipeline. Partnering with research and IT teams, I ensured robust data security, intuitive UI/UX, and a reliable workflow for faculty and researchers.
Key Achievments:
- Engineered a full-stack decentralized research platform using React, Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB , featuring user authentication, file/image handling, real-time messaging, and user connections — delivering a scalable, secure, and high-performing application tailored to the Research Department’s workflow.
- Architected and integrated RESTful APIs for seamless data exchange and system scalability, optimizing request handling and improving server response efficiency.
- Leveraged Adobe XD to streamline the design-to-development pipeline, enabling rapid iteration of React components and achieving a 40% reduction in project-to-production timelines.
- Collaborated closely with research and IT teams to align UI/UX design, database structure, and application security, ensuring reliable and compliant data management.
Full Stack Developer - Instructional Specialist (Teaching Assistant)
2U/edX Full Stack Coding Bootcamp
•Part-timeAs an Instructional Specialist for the 2U/edX Full-Stack Coding Bootcamp, I mentored 250+ students across multiple cohorts, providing guidance on assignments, debugging, and full-stack project development.
Key Achievments:
- Mentored and supported 250+ students across 5 diverse cohorts in the edX Full-Stack Engineering Program, guiding them through assignments, projects, and debugging challenges — driving a 20% improvement in overall student success rates.
- Collaborated with instructional staff and academic partners from two major universities to refine 24 course module objectives, develop engaging instructional content, and provide over 300 hours of direct student support , resulting in a 10% increase in weekly satisfaction feedback and stronger KPI performance among staff.
- Delivered detailed, constructive feedback on student coding projects built with JavaScript, React, SQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB, enabling rapid skill development and improved comprehension of front-end, back-end, and database concepts.
- Fostered a collaborative, growth-oriented learning environment emphasizing clean, maintainable code, Git best practices, and industry-standard workflows.
Web Developer
Amari Consulting
•ContractAs part of Amari Consulting, I developed and optimized 15+ client websites using WordPress, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, improving SEO and user engagement through data-driven front-end enhancements. I revamped the company website with UI layouts designed in Figma and Adobe tools, improving UX and brand consistency. I ensured responsive, accessible, and SEO-optimized builds while collaborating closely with design, marketing, and content teams.
Key Achievments:
- Developed and deployed front-end web solutions for 15+ client websites using WordPress, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6) — achieving a 30% improvement in SEO performance and a 20% boost in user engagement through data-driven optimizations.
- Led a complete redesign of the Amari company website in Figma, creating over 20 visually captivating UI layouts in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, resulting in a 25% improvement in UI/UX metrics and elevated brand consistency.
- Implemented responsive design, accessibility (a11y) standards, and on-page SEO best practices, ensuring seamless cross-device experiences and improved Core Web Vitals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams in design, content, and marketing to align front-end performance, SEO strategy, and user experience goals, contributing to higher client satisfaction and retention rates.
Education
My academic background
Full-Stack Engineering
University of Utah
Computer Science
Earners demonstrated a fundamental working knowledge of HTML, CSS, Javascript, Git, TypeScript, SQL, APIs, servers, the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js), testing, CI/CD, and Python.
Achievements & Honors
- ▸Asked to join Instructional Staff with 2U/edX after graduation - Served 3 years as Teaching Assistant/Student Mentor
Front End Engineering
The Iron Yard
Web Development
This immersive Front-End Engineering program focuses on building interactive browser-based experiences, covering everything from core web design principles to advanced JavaScript applications.
Achievements & Honors
- ▸Tech Opportunity Scholarship Recipient - Issued by Katherine G. Johnson Fund
Master of Music - Percussion Performance
University of Utah
Music
I earned a Master of Music in Percussion Performance, developing advanced skills in solo, chamber, and large ensemble playing. The program strengthened my musical expression, technical precision, and versatility across contemporary and classical percussion literature.
Achievements & Honors
- ▸Teaching Assistantship & Scholarship Recipient - Issued by Department of Music
- ▸Graduate Teaching Assistant for Percussion Methods Courses
- ▸Team USA In-State Tuition Athlete (USOPC): Issued by US Speedskating and US Olympic Committee - Utah Olympic Oval in Kearns, UT
- ▸Dean's List all semesters
- ▸Won 1st place in Utah Day of Percussion for Mallet and Solo Snare categories
Bachelor of Music Performance
University of Wyoming
Music
I earned a Bachelor of Music in Percussion Performance, focusing on foundational technique, ensemble work, and diverse percussion repertoire. The program strengthened my musicianship, rhythmic precision, and versatility across classical, contemporary, and world percussion instruments.
Achievements & Honors
- ▸Music Performance Audition Scholarship Recipient - Issued by College of Arts and Sciences
- ▸Drumline Section Leader (2004-2007)
- ▸Deans List all semesters attended
Featured Projects
Stuff I built that actually works... I mean Some of my best work!
Tech Toolbox
The gadgets that help me build cool things (and occasionally break them).
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