Alex Marcus

• Implemented production-quality full-stack software solutions integrated with Expedia Group APIs, including: • Web-based platform data servicing tools for internal administrators providing intuitive access to complex APIs • Fine-grained authorization protocols for securing access to sensitive data using a relation based auth system • Slack bot service in NodeJS with personalization, interaction templates, and learning platform integration • Analyzed architectural and software solutions for a variety of feature, performance, and testing challenges • Integrated production-readiness practices, including unit tests, E2E tests, regression plans, and documentation • Organized teams of 2-5 developers to deliver platform features with efficient Kanban and SCRUM methodologies • Worked with product, design, and program managers to determine project requirements, designs, and time lines • Mentored technical contributors, including 2 interns, 3 development engineers, and 1 aspiring engineer • Participated in community opportunities, including the Seattle volunteer committee and the “EG Gigs” program

• Created web platforms and components to handle millions of daily users across a global, cloud-based ecosystem • Instrumented robust micro-frontend applications with technologies like React, web components, and Webpack • Implemented async service calls to micro-services behind a seamless UI layer for fast, smooth user experiences • Architected front and back-end API surfaces to support various client workflows and customization features • Ensured production quality code with unit testing and automated UI testing through continuous integration • Ran regular performance analysis to ensure low bundle sizes, minimal network traffic, and high code efficiency • Worked closely with project managers, designers, and partner teams to define requirements and delivery timelines • Documented technical specifications, generated detailed Jira tickets, and groomed stories to ensure clarity • Hosted popular biweekly sprint reviews with new feature demonstrations, client interactions, and active feedback • Provided collaborative support for teams like Illustrator, Photoshop, XD, Premiere Pro, Assets Web, and Express • Participated in volunteer opportunities, including technical art studio monitoring and art committee leadership

• Played an integral role in the ideation, development, and delivery of a 3D mapping system for Carnival Cruise Lines • Conducted technical and design explorations to develop functional mocks, feature trials, and UX test suites • Implemented a beta 3D mapping application in web using WebGL and React along with a NodeJS data service • Pushed the limits of WebGL rendering libraries like Three.js with large ship models and dynamic data integration • Improved 3D performance on mobile and desktop with rendering pipeline optimizations and automated profiling • Bundled the beta 3D experience for use on mobile devices as a PWA and on Linux touch screens as a desktop app • Prepared a press demonstration of the mapping experience for CES, as featured during the show’s keynote address • Managed the production development team for a Unity 3D mapping solution with a team of 6 C# developers • Integrated with a customized remote Linux operating system to manage presentation logic and version control • Handled the regular challenges of deploying complex software to offshore cruise ships via Docker containers