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Kelowna, BC · Open to new opportunities

Erik Johnston
Software
Developer.

Full-stack Developer crafting scalable SaaS solutions, leading teams to deliver high-impact software products.

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Proven track record of leading development teams and architecting complex SaaS solutions using React, Next.js, Node.js, and AWS cloud technologies.

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Expertise in building scalable frontend applications and robust backend systems, with a focus on performance optimization and clean architecture.

Skills

Technical Expertise

The stack I reach for when building and shipping production software.

Frontend Development

  • React.js / Next.js
  • TypeScript / JavaScript
  • SCSS / CSS3
  • Modern UI/UX Design

Backend Development

  • Node.js / Express
  • RESTful APIs
  • Database Design
  • System Architecture

DevOps & Tools

  • AWS Cloud Services
  • CI/CD Pipelines
  • Git / Version Control
  • Agile Methodologies

Experience

Professional Journey

As Lead Developer at Saturn Animation Studios, I spearheaded the development of multiple enterprise-scale SaaS platforms, managing a team of 5 developers and delivering solutions that served over 10,000 active users.

Key Achievements

  • Architected and delivered 2 new SaaS platforms from concept to production, reducing deployment time by 40% through implementation of modern CI/CD practices
  • Led a complete technical overhaul of a legacy system, resulting in 60% improved performance and 35% reduction in maintenance costs
  • Established development best practices and mentoring programs, leading to a 50% reduction in production bugs and improved team velocity

My journey began at the University of British Columbia Okanagan, where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. Through hands-on experience and continuous learning, I've developed expertise in building scalable, maintainable software solutions that drive business value.

Kelowna, British Columbia

Projects

Practice Exercises & Tools

Personal projects showcasing practical applications and continuous learning.

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Full-stack application demonstrating API integration and file processing capabilities.

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Caption Generator

Multilingual processing tool showcasing natural language processing and translation API integration.

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Technical Blog

Sharing insights and best practices from real-world software development experiences.

Contact

Let's Build Something Amazing Together

Currently open to new opportunities.

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