Building Bridges Between Ideas and Innovation

Transforming Concepts into Seamless User Experiences

Hi! 👋 I'm Joseph, a Frontend Developer.

ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Joseph, a Frontend Developer with 8 years of experience building engaging user interfaces. Based in Sacramento, CA, I’m passionate about turning ideas into seamless digital experiences. For me, coding is both a profession and a creative outlet, allowing me to craft meaningful products that make a difference.

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Background
Focused on Collaboration and Clear Communication
Crafting Digital Experiences, One Connection at a Time
I constantly try to improve
My tech stack
PostgreSQLReactJsTypescript
TailwindNextJSHTML
Background
Spare
Avid tech lover driven by a passion for coding and innovation.
Background
Spare
Shaping the digital world
Through thoughtfully crafted code
Do you want to start a project together?

Work and Educational Experience

June 2025 - October 2025

Frontend Developer - Contract - Level Studios

I built and maintained responsive product and marketing pages for high-visibility websites, focusing on scalability, maintainability, and performance. I collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver pixel-perfect experiences within established frameworks and design systems.

Mar 2025 - June 2025

E-Commerce UX Developer - Contract - Harbor Freight

Develop and maintain responsive, user-friendly landing and product pages that align with brand guidelines and enhance overall site usability. Collaborate with marketing and content teams to implement website updates and promotional content, ensuring a seamless and consistent user experience. Support A/B testing and personalization initiatives by contributing to dynamic content campaigns focused on improving user engagement and conversion performance.

Sep 2019 - Sep 2024

Software Engineer, Frontend - COPA Innovation Laboratories

I worked on two core applications at COPA, the business management platform that supported memberships, scheduling, and billing, and the COPA Score Dashboard, a data visualization tool that allowed athletes, coaches, and scouts to access and compare player performance in real time. The dashboard transformed assessment data into interactive scorecards, percentile rankings, and performance insights, helping users identify strengths and development areas instantly. I focused on building clean, responsive UIs, integrating APIs for real-time updates, and optimizing performance across both platforms to create a seamless experience for every user.

May 2017 - Aug 2019

Web Developer - Yardi Systems

Created user interfaces by utilizing front-end code languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, LESS, and Bootstrap. These interfaces served as the bridge between the user and the backend code. Translated informational and marketing content into visually appealing and functional website designs. This involved creating design elements, comps, and templates and successfully implementing finished solutions. One of my key responsibilities was ensuring that all design elements, templates, and solutions seamlessly worked across different browsers and devices while adhering to the constraints set by both software development and design requirements.

September 2013 - Jun 2016

University of California, Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Arts, Media Arts & Technology

I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Media Arts & Technology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, a program that combined engineering, computer science, and design. My coursework emphasized software development, computational media, and interactive systems, giving me a strong technical foundation in programming and problem-solving. Alongside my studies, I competed as a Division I NCAA cross country and track and field athlete, balancing a demanding training schedule with rigorous academics.

September 2011 - June 2013

University of California, Davis - Computer Science & Design major

I began my undergraduate studies at the University of California, Davis, where I focused on Computer Science and Design. During this time, I competed as a Division 1 athlete in cross-country and track, balancing the demands of rigorous academics with the commitment to collegiate athletics.

A glimpse into Recent Projects