Sam Masto

Full-stack Engineer • Frontend Developer • Backend Engineer • Los Angeles, CA, US

React

TypeScript

GraphQL

PostgreSQL

Django

Flask

Javascript

HTML/CSS

Python

Web Applications

Amazon Web Services

MySQL

Databases

Algorithms

Java

Computer Science

Software Development

Available for hire fromNegotiable

Full Stack Software Developer

👋🏻 Hi! My name is Sam Masto and I'm a recent alum from Brown University (May 2021) where I studied Computer Science with a pathway focusing on full stack development and a splash of AI. I like to approach problems creatively and collaboratively, always aiming to focus my work on technology with a purpose. I’m not afraid of unfamiliarity, so throw me into a new challenge and I’ll figure it out! 🤝 Working in the early development stages of a product in my full-stack role at LevelUp has challenged me to be involved in all aspects of our development process. As one of two engineers on our team, I’m consistently tackling new features and claiming new tickets while checking in with our designers to see which screens are ready to be developed. Among other tasks I’ve implemented key onboarding screens with React, fixed bugs that have arisen with our LinkedIn API and our S3 bucket maintenance in Flask, and helped our designers gather UX metrics. 👨🏻‍🏫 Additionally, I'm working as a Computer Science Instructor at Juni Learning. I work remotely and 1:1 with kids between the ages of 10-16 on developing their coding and problem solving skills using Python and Java. Communication around the development process is essential in this role as young kids require clear direction to grasp these new and complicated concepts. 🚀 In college, my classwork involved backend development using Java and Python in conjunction with MySQL as well as frontend focused projects using CSS, HTML, and Javascript with Vue, React, NativeScript, and Express frameworks. I also have experience working with AWS tools in a professional setting. 🎭 In addition to my technical background, I have experience in persuasive communication and acting. Effectively communicating the goals and vision of a project are essential to the success of a product, and it’s one of my favorite parts of the development process. Recently I've been taking courses and learning about blockchain development with Solidity and web3.js. Check out my portfolio here: https://cautious-eel-88b.notion.site/Sam-Masto-77ebb128452844b5b919d5e243463ce8

Projects

WhoCo

Here you'll find a description of the work I accomplished at WhoCo accompanied by assets illustrating that work.

LevelUp

Here you'll find a description of the work I accomplished at LevelUp accompanied by assets illustrating that work,

GameNite

This links to a description of a group project I completed in my senior year of college called GameNite, an online multiplayer gaming platform.See More

VolunteerMatch

During the summer after my Junior year, when COVID was barely past it's initial peak, I interned as a Software Engineer for VolunteerMatch. Click here to learn about some of the work I accomplished with them. See More

Work History

Software Engineer

WhoCoNov 2022 - Mar 2023 • 5 mosDeveloped new platform infrastructure and enhanced UX functionality at this established startup working to create a more efficient and personable talent platform. - Played a key role as one of three primary engineers in developing and implementing customizable screening call pages using Typescript, Tailwind CSS, React, and GraphQL API endpoints. Collaborated directly with hiring managers to ensure user-centric functionality. - Identified and resolved bugs and tech debt inefficiencies, attaining enhanced visual cohesion across the UI with a 40% increase in overall system stability as measured by CircleCI, leading to a smoother user experience for both recruiters and candidates. - Reviewed pull requests across our tech stack, facilitating the approval of 30+ contributions on GitHub and expanding my knowledge of the codebase. - Built relationships with product, business, and hiring manager teams to align with business goals. Introduced our biz ops leader to a lead, generating a new client, increasing sales by 33% in a month, and facilitating our first step into the non-profit space.

Full Stack Developer

LevelUpJun 2022 - Nov 2022 • 6 mosDeveloped an MVP for this pre-seed startup connecting women mentors & mentees working in STEM industries. - Drove product development through collaboration with the founder, one designer, and one other engineer to workshop product decisions and build new features. - Designed and implemented crucial backend functionality for integrating with LinkedIn API and AWS in Flask and built a RESTful API with Redux. - Built out onboarding screens, calendar functionality, and the user emailing system in React.

Computer Science Instructor

Juni LearningJan 2021 - Present • 3 yrs 9 mosInstructed students aged 10-15 in computer science at this award-winning tutoring company. - Delivered comprehensive instruction to students of all skill levels, covering a wide range of Computer Science topics from Python fundamentals to advanced data manipulation and recursive algorithms. - Guided students in applying best practices for object-oriented programming, debugging, and evaluating their own work. - Documented clear instructions around new subjects to maximize new concept retention.

CRM Database Consultant

Storied Media GroupJan 2022 - Present • 2 yrs 9 mosStoried Media Group is a leading broker of IP in Hollywood and the creator of StoryScout: a SaaS platform connecting production companies with the best stories from global publishers. - Successfully transferred 60% of data from Excel to Salesforce, safeguarding and organizing 400+ qualified leads. - Conducted thorough research on 300+ potential leads, vetted them, and generated new growth opportunities.

Software Engineering Intern

VolunteerMatchJul 2020 - Sep 2020 • 3 mosBuilt an AWS powered feature for the world’s largest volunteer engagement network that boasts over 1M annual website visitors. - Optimized volunteer information collection by developing an AWS Lambda function for SendGrid data, resulting in a 50% reduction in AWS storage costs and streamlined access to CSV files. - Collaborated with CTO on architectural decisions for efficient data storage in S3 buckets.

Education

Brown University

Bachelor's Degree, Computer ScienceSep 2017 - May 2021

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