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Randall Thomas Full-Stack Engineer

As a passionate technologist, I am constantly growing in my software development, cybersecurity, and general technology knowledge. My interest in software and cybersecurity has allowed me to build some wonderful things and also create a cybersecurity teaching platform to share my knowledge. I am Security+ certified and working on more cybersecurity and software certifications.

Technical Skills

  • Frontend: React, React Native, JavaScript, TypeScript, Redux, OAuth

  • Backend: Node.js, Express.js, PHP, Python, Redis, Django, GoLang

  • Databases: MongoDB, MySQL, DynamoDB, PostgreSQL

  • Tools: Git, Postman, Bash, Linux, VirtualBox, Agile/Scrum, Docker, Burp Suite, Kali Linux

  • Cloud/DevOps: AWS (S3, EC2), GitHub Actions, Docker, CI/CD Pipelines, Azure Functions

  • Certifications: CompTIA Security+, EngineerKit Level 2 Mentor, AWS Cloud Practitioner

Professional Experience

Platform Engineer @ Byte Digital
(Aug 2024 - Present)

  • Engineered automated data analysis pipeline that reduced reporting time by 70% for Nerd Media, implementing React dashboards with Azure backend services and WordPress API integrations

  • Architected and deployed full-stack solutions using WordPress, PHP, React, and AWS, leading user research and successful pilot programs for platforms such as EmpathyArchive.com and TheNimbleNerd.com

  • Developed custom JavaScript analytics dashboard with OAuth authentication, enabling clients to track 15+ security vulnerability indicators in real-time, improving decision-making efficiency

  • Provided strategic technology consulting and development to 3 platforms, implementing full-stack solutions, AI integrations, security remediations and business automation

Lead Developer @ Digital Forge Technologies (Jan 2024 – Jan 2025)

  • Integrated machine learning APIs accelerating release cycles by 60% and reducing development time by more than 40%

  • Developed SSO and OAuth authentication systems, reducing security incidents and improving login success rate and ease of use

  • Spearheaded technical requirements gathering and documentation, establishing standardized processes

  • Architected modern eCommerce platforms using React/React Native that transformed 2 brick-and-mortar retailers' digital presence, achieving over 50% sales growth and greatly improving UI/UX

Backend Lead & Full Stack Developer @ Z Axis Solutions (Jul 2022 – Dec 2023)

  • Advanced from Full Stack Developer to Engineering Team Lead within 3 months, directing architecture decisions and leading an 8-person multinational team across 3 time zones and 2 countries

  • Led complete platform modernization from V1 to V2 using Node.js/Express.js stack, resulting in 70% faster response times and 1.5 million lines of newly written code

  • Architected secure payment processing system using Stripe API, along with SMS and email notification services as well as user fingerprinting features securing promotional platform functionality

  • Developed structured mentorship program as technical lead, resulting in 100% conversion rate of 4 interns to full-time roles

Consultant @ Randall Thomas Productions (Feb 2020 – Jul 2022)

  • Architected and launched multiple eCommerce platforms combining WordPress, Shopify, and custom React components

  • Executed comprehensive SEO strategies for target keywords, improved ADA compliance and reduced page load times by 40%

  • Conducted technical consultations, implementing automated workflows that reducing manual processes by 60%

  • Developed security-first web architecture with enterprise-grade encryption and GDPR compliance

  • Created integrated marketing automation system using API-driven email and social media campaigns

Education

Nashville Software School | Full Stack Web Software Development (Feb 2022 – Jun 2022)

Additional Experience and Skills

  • Leadership & Management: 10+ years leading high-performing teams across service, tech, and creative industries

  • Creative Expertise: 15+ years in the music industry as a writer and vocalist, bringing a unique perspective to user engagement and product storytelling

  • Security Advocate: Strong emphasis on secure development practices, data privacy, and compliance with industry standards

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