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Tori Knapp

@toriknapp

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Software Engineer committed to clean code and user-centered solutions.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in a collaborative environment that values clean code, innovation, and user-centered design, with opportunities for professional growth.

I am a dedicated Software Engineer with a passion for solving complex problems through thoughtful, user-centered software. My experience spans various industries, where I lead feature development from planning through deployment, ensuring product quality and user satisfaction. I excel in JavaScript, TypeScript, C#, and frameworks like .NET, Angular, and React, which I leverage to create clean, scalable, and maintainable code.

At Renaissance Learning, I designed and implemented a secure internal application that improved operational efficiency and data accuracy. My collaborative approach with UX, product, and engineering teams has strengthened our project outcomes, enhancing user insight and decision-making. I advocate for clean code and best practices, ensuring that my contributions lead to exceptional user experiences.

With a strong foundation in Agile and Scrum methodologies, I continuously seek improvement in my work processes. I am committed to delivering robust solutions backed by detailed documentation and clear communication, making me a highly accountable problem solver in any team setting.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Software Engineer

Renaissance Learning, Inc.

Sep 2022 - May 2025 (2 years 8 months)

Designed and implemented a secure internal application to monitor and automate client data deletion using Angular, .NET Core, and AWS Step Functions, improving operational efficiency and data accuracy. Partnered weekly with the product team to refine and shape user stories into clear, actionable, and developer-ready tasks, strengthening team velocity and sprint clarity.

Angular .NET Core AWS Step Functions Data Visualization JSON Agile Scrum

Software Development Engineer

Candidus, Inc.

Jul 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 2 months)

Modernized a legacy full-stack SPA application for smart greenhouse lighting by reorganizing logic and clearing redundancies and unused code, reducing support tickets by 50%. Cultivated best practices by authoring internal documentation focused on training new developers and standardizing JIRA workflows.

Full Stack Developer SPA Troubleshooting Jira Documentation

Junior Software Engineer

Mezeriz, Inc.

Jun 2019 - Jul 2021 (2 years 1 month)

Created and implemented a code base using C# synthesizing neural network data sets used to classify progression of 3D LiDAR scans of real-world construction sites. Collaborated with the software team on designing and developing a multi-page full-stack web application for uploading, processing, viewing, editing, and downloading LiDAR data.