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Brian Salvatore

@briansalvatore

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Senior Full-Stack Engineer specializing in MERN and blockchain technologies.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can leverage my full-stack and blockchain expertise to drive impactful projects.

I am a Senior Full-Stack Engineer with over 14 years of experience in building scalable web platforms and blockchain-based applications. My expertise spans the MERN and LAMP stacks, with a strong focus on Web3 technologies, smart contract development, and decentralized marketplaces. I have a proven track record of aligning technical execution with business goals across various industries, including hospitality, blockchain, and SaaS.

Throughout my career, I have spearheaded the development of innovative solutions, such as scalable web applications using React, Node.js, and AWS. My commitment to engineering excellence has led to significant improvements in processing times and user engagement. I am passionate about mentoring cross-functional teams and implementing best practices that enhance deployment success rates and reduce defects.

I thrive in agile environments and am dedicated to delivering high-impact results. My experience in designing robust APIs and custom CMS/CRM platforms has equipped me with the skills necessary to drive architectural decisions and ensure compliance with evolving blockchain standards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Full Stack Engineer

Wenzell & Fisher Hospitality Group

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Spearheaded the development of scalable web solutions using React, Node.js, and AWS, aligning the company’s digital roadmap. Architected and maintained cloud-native infrastructure, reducing backend processing time by 50% and boosting user engagement by 35%. Championed DevOps and frontend best practices, improving deployment success and reducing defects.

React Node AWS Docker Linux DevOps GraphQL Microservices

Full Stack Engineer (Blockchain & Web3)

Earniverse

Apr 2019 - Dec 2023 (4 years 8 months)

Led the development and long-term maintenance of an NFT marketplace for a globally recognized metaverse game, achieving consistent uptime and supporting thousands of concurrent users. Designed and deployed secure blockchain solutions for NFTs, DeFi, and tokenization using Solidity, Web3.js, and Node.js, improving transaction speeds and reducing on-chain costs. Integrated blockchain capabilities in

NFT DeFi Tokenization Solidity Web3.js Node GraphQL Blockchain Smart Contracts

Full Stack Engineer

Premier Pools & Spas

Apr 2017 - Present (8 years 2 months)

Built and deployed a custom CRM/CMS system using MERN and LAMP stacks, increasing customer tracking efficiency by 40%. Customized WordPress for dynamic content control, cutting campaign turnaround time and increasing publishing efficiency by 25%. Performed full-stack performance tuning across MongoDB, MySQL, and Apache environments, significantly enhancing user experience and uptime.

MERN Stack LAMP Stack CRM CMS WordPress MongoDB MySQL Apache Performance Tuning Automation

Full Stack Engineer

Dale Carnegie Training

Jan 2013 - Jan 2016 (3 years)

Developed interactive, cross-browser-compatible user interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, laying the groundwork for responsive design. Built internal dashboards by integrating JSON APIs with dynamic rendering via vanilla JavaScript and jQuery, increasing employee access to training resources. Collaborated with backend engineers to develop AJAX-powered forms and interactive widgets, decrea

HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript jQuery JSON API AJAX UI Development Browser compatibility Responsive Design

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Adirondack Community College

Associate Degree

Completed an Associate Degree at Adirondack Community College. The program provided foundational knowledge and skills relevant to further academic pursuits.

Binghamton University

Bachelor's Degree

Obtained a Bachelor's Degree from Binghamton University. This comprehensive program deepened understanding and expertise in relevant academic disciplines.