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Anthony Parker

@anthonyparker

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Experienced MERN Stack Developer with 11 years of experience building dynamic web applications.

United States

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role that leverages my full-stack development expertise to build impactful web applications, with opportunities for collaboration and continuous growth in a dynamic, innovative environment.

As a seasoned MERN Stack Developer with over a decade of experience, I specialize in crafting robust, scalable web applications that deliver exceptional user experiences. My expertise spans the entire development stack, from designing efficient backend systems with Node.js and MongoDB to creating responsive, dynamic frontend interfaces using React.

Throughout my career, I've led the development of high-impact projects, including a job search platform supporting over 500,000 monthly users and a collaborative e-learning platform. My passion lies in optimizing performance, integrating advanced data analytics, and fostering seamless user interactions. I've consistently reduced load times, improved API efficiency, and enhanced overall system stability across various projects.

I thrive in collaborative environments, mentoring junior developers and working cross-functionally to deliver maintainable, high-quality solutions. My commitment to best practices, coupled with a passion for continuous learning, enables me to stay at the forefront of web development trends and technologies.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior MERN Stack Developer

Current

Trend Micro

Jul 2020 - Present (4 years 11 months)

Led the development of a job search platform supporting over 500K users monthly. Designed a drag-and-drop resume interface and optimized RESTful APIs, enhancing performance and user engagement. Integrated analytics services and introduced TypeScript for improved code maintainability.

React MongoDB TypeScript RESTful APIs Performance Optimization Python Code Review Mentorship

MERN Stack Developer

Plaid

Nov 2016 - Jun 2020 (3 years 7 months)

Developed a collaborative e-learning platform with real-time features using React and Node.js. Improved accessibility and SEO through SSR and custom UI libraries, while mentoring junior developers on best practices.

React Node Python Accessibility Performance Optimization Mentorship API Integration

MERN Stack Developer

Humana

Apr 2015 - Oct 2016 (1 year 6 months)

Designed a fintech dashboard with React and Node.js, enhancing performance and security. Implemented responsive design and optimized data visualizations, ensuring high-quality user experiences.

React Node JWT OAuth Performance Optimization Responsive Design API Testing Code Review

Junior MERN Stack Developer

Centene

Jan 2014 - Mar 2015 (1 year 2 months)

Contributed to a social networking platform by developing frontend components with React and integrating backend APIs. Focused on responsive layouts and real-time features, while optimizing UI performance.

React SCSS Flexbox Redux API Integration Performance Optimization Unit Testing Debugging

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Cornell University

Bachelor of Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering

2013 - 2013

Studied Computer Engineering, focusing on the integration of hardware and software systems. Gained knowledge in programming, system design, and data structures, preparing for a career in full-stack development.