SEAN PIERCE SUMLER


FULL STACK DEVELOPER, SOFTWARE ENGINEER

I'm an agile software engineer, programmer and full-stack developer with a focus on creative programming and efficient design. I strive to build software that is as structurally, semantically and aesthetically cohesive as it is intuitive for the user. I work collaboratively to isolate problems and implement simple and repeatable solutions.

As someone who takes responsibility for their own personal development, I’m continually re-evaluating and updating my skill sets as well as learning more about how I can better serve my community. Whether it be through volunteer work or personal projects, I'm constantly gaining new experiences that are directly applicable to my professional life. I'm an advocate for open-source technologies and a passionate solver of problems.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

I-OLOGY NOV 2017 - PRESENT
I-ology is a digital transformation agency in Phoenix, AZ
Responsible for developing and maintaining large scale web applications, architecting solutions for enterprise-level clients. Working with a small and focussed team, implementing scalable solutions to match our client's needs. Specific responsibilities include: solution engineering, data management, C# back end and API development, Micro-service architecting, Angular and Vue JS front end development, deployments to Staging and Production environments.
INTRO TO RHYTHM JAN 2017 - PRESENT
ITR is a freeform podcast series and live audio streaming station
Responsible for initial concept and continued development of application and features. Maintenance of dedicated cloud servers for enhanced live audio streaming. Manage SSL certificates and firewalls. Integration with AWS S3 for large media storage. Designed custom audio player. Developed subscription API to manage subscriber accounts, and extended custom functionality to the admin/cms portal.
PLANET ARGON AUG 2017 - OCT 2017
Planet Argon simplifies lives through digital technology in Portland, OR
As an intern, I was responsible for key-feature development and maintenance for large scale web applications. Implemented robust integration and unit tests. Updated and managed production databases. Resolved complex project issues while communicating directly with clients. Followed strict style guidelines, and contributed towards the production of applications that employ the most up-to-date standards and practices.
FREELANCE / CONTRACT JAN 2013 - NOV 2017
Coordinated with dozens of clients to engineer solutions and confirm requirements specific to the client's individual needs. Consistently set and met project milestones and managed all projects from concept to completion. Worked independently and with third party vendors to produce the most pragmatic solutions.

SELECTED PROJECTS

Symbiotic Pulse System is a dual-voiced, analog-modeled synthesizer developed using VueJS and the Web Audio API, intended to be a learning tool for people who might not normally engage with synthesizers. Users can create, modify, save, and share virtual patches.

ECOMMERCE SYNTH SHOP is a Ruby on Rails application which demonstrates the core functionality of an e-commerce web shop. Authorized users can browse items, add items to their cart and purchase products using stripe. Shop admins can add, edit or remove products, managing file uploads with paperclip.

PASSMAN is a super simple, Python-based password management console application. Data is managed using Peewee ORM and stored in a Sqlite3 database. Users can download passman via the 'pip' command and the application supports authentication of multiple users.

JOIN IN THE CHAT is a Ruby on Rails application that utilizes action cables to handle multiple connection instances. Messages are instantly rendered to the users asynchronously. Users can connect to the application from anywhere and engage in the conversation.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
  • Web application development
  • Backend API development
  • Learning new technologies on the fly
  • Working with shifting priorities
  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Solution engineering
  • Repeatable / scalable design
  • TDD and BDD practices
  • Excellent communicator (I'm a people person)
  • Positive attitude with a great work ethic
TECHNICAL SKILLS
  • HTML, CSS, JS
  • Node.js
  • Angular, React, VueJS
  • Python / Django
  • PHP
  • C# / .NET
  • Ruby / Rails
  • MySql, Postgres, Sqlite, Firebase
  • Rspec, Capybara, Selenium
  • Shell scripting
  • Git / Git Flow


In my free time I am a music maker. I appreciate many different styles, but I'm most interested in anything that works to blur genre lines. I've performed in many cities across North America and Europe. Avid music collector and gardener. I enjoy visiting Mexico, drinking coffee, and sending videos of my cat to my wife. This site's design is inspired by Jan Tschichold's Die Neue Typographie.
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