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Google-certified UX Designer and Front-End Developer specializing in accessible, user-centered digital experiences for government and commercial clients.

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Professional Summary

User-centered UX/UI Designer and Front-End Developer with 5+ years creating intuitive, accessible digital experiences for government agencies and commercial clients. Google-certified UX Designer skilled in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and implementing responsive web applications. Proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular), design systems, and Agile methodologies. Experienced in human-centered design, usability testing, and developing WCAG 2.1/Section 508 compliant interfaces. Strong background in graphic design, branding, and visual design complemented by software engineering expertise. Proven ability to bridge design and development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver pixel-perfect, high-performance solutions.

Core Skills

UX/UI Design

  • User Experience (UX) Design
  • User Research & Usability Testing
  • Wireframing & Prototyping
  • Information Architecture
  • Accessibility Design (WCAG 2.1)
  • Design Systems & Style Guides

Front-End Development

  • React, Angular, Vue.js
  • JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript
  • HTML5, CSS3, Sass/SCSS
  • Responsive Web Design
  • RESTful APIs & GraphQL
  • Performance Optimization

Tools & Frameworks

  • Figma, Adobe Creative Suite
  • Git, GitHub, GitLab
  • Jira, Confluence
  • AWS, Azure, Google Cloud
  • U.S. Web Design System (USWDS)
  • WordPress, SharePoint

Compliance & Standards

  • Section 508 Standards
  • WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance
  • FedRAMP Security Standards
  • Agile/Scrum Methodologies
  • DevSecOps Practices
  • Cross-Browser Compatibility

Professional Experience

UX Developer (Contractor)

Abrocon LLC • Remote February 2025 – Present
  • Design and develop user-centric platforms and internal management systems for AI/ML training and operations, ensuring optimal usability, accessibility, and performance
  • Implement responsive web design and modern JavaScript frameworks to create intuitive interfaces for data analytics and machine learning applications
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, ML engineers, and stakeholders to integrate AI solutions into user-friendly portals
  • Apply user-centered design principles and conduct usability testing to enhance platform effectiveness for medical and technology sector clients
  • Ensure WCAG 2.1 compliance and Section 508 standards across all developed interfaces

UX/UI Designer and Front-End Engineer

Emprata (FCC Auction Application System Modernization) • Remote June 2023 – February 2025
  • Led UX/UI design and front-end development for $8.9M FCC auction platform modernization serving thousands of users nationwide
  • Created wireframes and interactive prototypes in Figma, conducting user research with FCC staff and external bidders to inform design decisions
  • Implemented Angular single-page application with TypeScript, integrating U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) components for federal compliance
  • Developed responsive, accessible interfaces meeting WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 standards, improving user experience for participants with disabilities
  • Built reusable UI components following atomic design principles, establishing design system for consistency across auction applications
  • Collaborated in Agile/DevSecOps environment using Jira, Git, and AWS cloud infrastructure for scalable deployment
  • Optimized front-end performance achieving improved Core Web Vitals scores through lazy loading and code splitting techniques

Front-End Developer (Contractor)

ResolveSoft (CMS Training, Quality, and Content Project) • Remote July 2022 – June 2023
  • Developed automated content publishing workflows for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) contact center operations
  • Built custom XML/HTML conversion tools using JavaScript to transform Word documents into web-ready content for Medicare.gov
  • Implemented responsive front-end templates ensuring cross-browser compatibility and mobile accessibility
  • Created bilingual (English/Spanish) content interfaces supporting millions of Medicare and ACA Marketplace users
  • Collaborated with content managers and instructional designers in SharePoint environment to streamline publishing pipeline
  • Reduced content update turnaround time by 60% through workflow automation and process optimization

Graphic Designer & Front-End Developer (Contractor)

Compass Point Marketing • Dallas, TX (Hybrid) March 2020 – April 2022
  • Designed and developed 35+ responsive websites for diverse clients using WordPress, custom PHP, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
  • Created high-fidelity UI mockups and visual designs in Adobe Creative Suite, ensuring brand consistency across digital platforms
  • Implemented SEO best practices and Google Analytics integration to improve client search rankings and user engagement
  • Developed e-commerce solutions with WooCommerce, including Northern Lake Sailboats online catalog and shopping cart
  • Established brand identity guidelines and style guides for multiple clients, maintaining visual consistency across web and print
  • Utilized mobile-first responsive design approach, ensuring optimal user experience across all devices and screen sizes

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Thomas Edison State University, Trenton, NJ 2024

Associate's in Graphic Design

Collin College 2021

Certifications

Google UX Design Professional Certificate

Google • Focus on Accessibility & Usability 2021

Software Engineering Certificate

Coding Temple 2022

Python Certified

Coding Temple 2022

SQL Certified

Coding Temple 2022

Technologies & Tools

React Angular JavaScript TypeScript HTML5/CSS3 Figma Adobe Creative Suite AWS Azure Git/GitHub Jira WordPress SharePoint USWDS WCAG 2.1 Section 508 Python SQL

Key Achievements

  • Led UX/UI design for $8.9M FCC auction platform modernization, improving auction efficiency and enabling faster deployment of new auction types
  • Automated bilingual content workflows supporting 1,000+ customer service representatives nationwide at CMS
  • Delivered 35+ custom web solutions for industries including healthcare, construction, non-profits, and e-commerce
  • Ensured all projects met federal accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1/Section 508), expanding access for users with disabilities
  • Created and maintained component libraries and style guides ensuring consistency across large-scale applications
  • Reduced content update turnaround time by 60% through workflow automation and process optimization