About
With over 9 years of experience as a Senior Full Stack Engineer, I’ve built and scaled enterprise-grade applications for industries ranging from SaaS and healthcare to fintech, eCommerce, nonprofits, and public sector organizations. I focus on delivering high-impact, user-focused solutions that align technical precision with business goals. My approach emphasizes performance, reliability, and maintainability in every system I help design or develop.
Beyond coding, I’ve successfully led distributed teams, mentored junior developers, and collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to transform complex requirements into intuitive digital experiences. I value clean architecture, accessibility, and thoughtful design, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth are at the core of the culture.
Senior Software Engineer.
As a Senior Software Engineer, I bring a strategic mindset to software development—balancing architectural vision with hands-on execution. I thrive on solving complex challenges, mentoring peers, and driving projects forward with clarity, accountability, and a commitment to delivering impactful, business-aligned solutions. My focus is always on long-term value, quality, and creating technology that scales with purpose.
- Birthday: May 1995
- Phone: (617) 982-1070
- City: St. Louis, MO, USA
- Age: 30
- Degree: B.S
- Email: marcuswilkes946@gmail.com
Satisfied clients across various industries and projects.
Projects Successfully delivered diverse web and software projects.
Hours Of Support Dedicated hours ensuring smooth and efficient solutions.
Team Members/Collaborations Worked with cross-functional teams.
Skills
My technical skill set and proficiency levels are illustrated below.
Technical Skills
Soft Skills
Resume
I am a Full Stack Developer specializing in creating scalable, efficient, and user-centric software solutions. With expertise in building dynamic interfaces and robust backend systems, I excel at delivering reliable, maintainable, and impactful applications.
Known for my analytical mindset, strong leadership, and collaborative approach, I thrive in driving projects to success while maintaining a focus on quality and innovation.
Sumary
Marcus Wilkes
Senior Full Stack Engineer with 9+ years of experience designing, developing, and scaling enterprise-grade web applications across SaaS, healthcare, fintech, eCommerce, logistics, and public sector environments. Proven expertise in cloud-native systems, microservices architecture, DevOps automation, and modern full-stack frameworks including Laravel, React, Node.js, Django, and WordPress. Experienced consultant trusted by top firms to lead technical delivery, optimize performance, and build cross-functional engineering teams. Renowned for my problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and leadership, I am committed to driving success and growth in every project I undertake. I am eager to contribute my expertise to a forward-thinking team that values innovation and excellence.
- St. Louis, MO 63136
- (617) 982-1070
- marcuswilkes946@gmail.com
Education
B.S. &in Computer Science
08/2011 - 05/2015
Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO
GPA: 3.8/4.0
Certifications
My Certifications & Achievements
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Certified Full Stack Developer - Stack Academy,
2019
Successfully completed a comprehensive Full Stack Development program covering modern web development technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js, and MongoDB. Demonstrated expertise in building scalable, dynamic, and user-friendly applications.
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Certified Content Management System (CMS) Specialist -
CMS Institute, 2016
Gained in-depth knowledge of popular CMS platforms like WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal. Specialized in creating custom themes, plugins, and functionalities tailored to client needs, ensuring optimized performance and seamless user experiences.
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Amazon Web Services,
2019
Acquired expertise in designing and deploying scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on AWS. Mastered cloud architecture best practices, including EC2, S3, RDS, and CloudFormation, and implemented cost-effective solutions for various business use cases.
Experience
Full Stack Web Developer
Faces & Voices of Recovery | Washington, DC (Remote)
09/2024 - Present
- Full Stack Development & WordPress Optimization: Rebuilt the national nonprofit's website by integrating Laravel with WordPress, resulting in a streamlined backend architecture and improved plugin management. Developed custom Gutenberg blocks, modular UI components, and donation workflows using modern JavaScript, significantly enhancing user experience and engagement. Optimized SQL queries and introduced advanced caching to boost performance and reduce load times across critical user flows.
- API Integration, Automation & DevOps: Implemented ACH donation processing and CRM synchronization through RESTful Laravel APIs and webhooks, automating manual workflows and increasing data reliability by 80%. Streamlined deployment pipelines using Git, custom shell scripts, and environment-specific configurations, reducing deployment time by 60% and ensuring more stable releases with minimal downtime.
- Accessibility, SEO & Stakeholder Collaboration:Improved the website’s Core Web Vitals and accessibility score from 60 to 95+ by implementing SEO best practices and achieving full ADA compliance. Collaborated closely with non-technical stakeholders to translate complex UX, compliance, and accessibility requirements into practical, high-impact features that supported the organization’s mission and improved donor engagement.
Senior Full Stack Engineer (Team Lead)
Lumenalta (formerly Clevertech) | New York, NY (Remote)
08/2022 - 08/2024
- Full Stack Architecture & Development: Led architecture and development of enterprise SaaS applications using Node.js for backend services and React + TypeScript for the frontend. Refactored legacy JavaScript codebases into modular TypeScript components, improving reliability and boosting developer productivity. Built reusable component libraries with Tailwind CSS and Storybook, accelerating frontend development cycles.
- DevOps, Deployment & API Integration: Deployed containerized applications on Kubernetes (AWS EKS) with autoscaling and failover logic for enhanced resilience. Automated CI/CD pipelines using CircleCI and GitHub Actions, reducing deployment time by 65%. Integrated OAuth2 authentication, Stripe billing, and third-party APIs across multiple client applications to enable secure and scalable platform functionality.
- Agile Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitated Agile sprint planning, technical reviews, and mentoring sessions for a globally distributed development team. Partnered with product and design teams to define MVPs and feature sets, ensuring alignment across departments. Delivered successful projects across various domains including eCommerce, SaaS, public sector, and EdTech.
Senior Software Engineer
InnoS | Austin, TX (Remote)
11/2020 - 08/2022
- Full Stack Development & Platform Architecture: Built a HIPAA-compliant telemedicine platform using Django, React, and AWS Lambda, ensuring security and scalability for sensitive healthcare data. Engineered core features including secure scheduling, video consultations via WebRTC, and user portals with two-factor authentication, enabling reliable and private patient-provider interactions.
- Backend Optimization & API Performance: Enhanced backend API performance by 45% through the implementation of Redis caching, asynchronous processing queues, and optimized ORM queries. Created a multi-tenant SaaS architecture featuring robust RBAC and JWT-secured endpoints to ensure safe, isolated environments for different client bases.
- Infrastructure & DevOps Implementation: Implemented infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform and managed Jenkins pipelines for seamless deployment across staging and production environments. These improvements reduced manual errors and deployment times while increasing the reliability of production releases.
- Client Collaboration & Fintech Integrations: Led fintech dashboard development, integrating KYC/AML compliance logic and secure transaction history encryption. Collaborated directly with clients and engineering leadership through technical architecture reviews and demos, aligning platform capabilities with evolving business and regulatory needs.
Full Stack Developer
Zen Software Solutions | St. Louis, MO (Hybrid)
02/2018 - 11/2022
- Digital Finance & Platform Engineering: Designed and built secure digital banking interfaces using Laravel, Vue.js, and MySQL with full audit logging to meet strict compliance requirements. Developed and maintained financial dashboards with Node.js APIs and React frontends, using TypeScript for end-to-end type safety. Created eCommerce storefronts integrating Stripe/ACH payments, loyalty APIs, and Google Analytics for a seamless user experience.
- API Development, Microservices & Infrastructure:Engineered RESTful APIs, scheduling engines, and background queue workers using Laravel Horizon and Redis. Refactored monolithic services into Dockerized microservices with Jenkins CI/CD pipelines and role-based access controls. Led A/B testing initiatives to optimize product pages and checkout flows, improving conversion rates across multiple client projects.
- Team Enablement & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Onboarded new developers into a microservice architecture using internal documentation and live walkthroughs. Worked closely with business analysts, QA teams, and clients during weekly planning meetings to align technical deliverables with business goals and ensure smooth sprint execution.
Software Developer
Blue Stingray | St. Louis, MO (On-site)
09/2015 - 11/2017
- ERP & eCommerce Systems Development:Developed internal ERP tools, logistics dashboards, and product catalog systems using Laravel and MySQL, streamlining operational workflows. Customized WordPress and WooCommerce stores to support complex product bundles, dynamic tax rules, and varied shipping logic, enhancing store flexibility and customer experience.
- Inventory Management & Performance Optimization: Engineered barcode-based inventory systems with auto-replenishment capabilities and batch processing to improve warehouse efficiency. Boosted legacy system performance by implementing caching layers and optimizing database indexes, significantly reducing load times and improving backend responsiveness.
- Standards, Version Control & Client Support: Standardized modular development practices and integrated version control into legacy PHP systems, improving maintainability and collaboration. Delivered post-launch technical training and documentation for clients and administrators to ensure smooth onboarding and long-term platform usability.
Portfolio
I specialize in designing and developing scalable, high-performance applications tailored to meet diverse business needs. By leveraging modern technologies and frameworks, I craft innovative solutions that are not only reliable but also user-centric and visually engaging.
My expertise lies in building robust architectures, ensuring seamless integration between the front-end and back-end, and optimizing applications for performance and scalability. Whether it’s creating dynamic user interfaces, implementing secure APIs, or enhancing workflows, my goal is to deliver solutions that drive growth and provide exceptional value.
I am passionate about transforming ideas into functional, impactful applications that prioritize usability, maintainability, and long-term efficiency. Here are some samples of my projects that showcase my work and capabilities:
Services
I specialize in crafting responsive websites, building scalable full-stack applications, and developing custom CMS platforms. My expertise also includes designing high-performing e-commerce solutions, creating intuitive UI/UX designs, and managing complex databases, ensuring tailored and efficient solutions for your projects.
Web Development
Expertise in building responsive, user-friendly websites using modern frameworks like React, Angular, and Vue.js.
Full-Stack Development
Specialized in developing scalable full-stack applications using Node.js, Laravel, and Django.
CMS Solutions
Customizing and developing CMS platforms such as WordPress, Shopify, and Drupal for businesses.
E-Commerce Development
Design and development of high-performing e-commerce websites with seamless integrations like Shopify and WooCommerce.
UI/UX Design
Designing intuitive and visually appealing interfaces tailored to user needs.
Database Management
Managing and optimizing complex databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB for scalability and performance.
Testimonials
What My Clients and Fellow Developers Say About Me
Working alongside such a skilled and detail-oriented professional was a game-changer. The codebase was clean, modular, and scalable, making collaboration a breeze. It’s rare to find someone who balances speed with precision so effectively.
Alex Martin
Frontend & Developer
An exceptional problem-solver with an incredible grasp of modern frameworks and tools. The ability to break down complex issues into manageable solutions was inspiring. It was a pleasure to collaborate and learn in the process.
Emma Collins
Backend Developer
Exceptional service and expertise! The project was handled seamlessly, and the end result was beyond impressive. I highly appreciate the innovative ideas and quick turnaround time.
Matt Brandon
Freelancer
Working with his team has been a game-changer for my business. They perfectly understood my vision and brought it to life with unmatched professionalism. Their dedication is inspiring!
Chris Taylor
Store Owner
The experience has been nothing short of exceptional! The quality of work delivered far exceeded my expectations. The attention to detail and creativity is truly remarkable. Highly recommended!
Sara Wilsson
Designer
Contact
Feel free to reach out to me using the details below for any inquiries, collaborations, or project discussions.
Address
St. Louis, MO 63138
Call Us
(617) 982-1070
Email Us
marcuswilkes946@gmail.com