Software Engineer — Sheffield Lake, Ohio
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Full-stack engineer specialising in React, TypeScript, and cloud-based systems. Currently building distributed systems at PNC Bank used by millions of customers.
4+
Years Experience
2
Companies
30%
Performance Gains
90%
Client Retention
About
James Latten
Software Engineer
Building systems that scale. Writing code that lasts.
Results-driven Software Engineer with 4+ years of experience building scalable web applications and cloud-based systems. My background spans full-stack development, from pixel-perfect frontends in React and TypeScript to robust backend services with PHP, Python, and Java.
Currently serving as a Software Engineer in the Technology Development Program at PNC Bank, where I work on highly complex distributed systems serving millions of customers. I apply Data Structures and Algorithms to achieve measurable performance improvements, including a 30% boost in system throughput and a 15% reduction in processing time.
Experienced in Agile environments, CI/CD pipelines, and modern version control workflows using Git, GitHub, and Bitbucket. I am also the founder of Foundry Frame, a creative web design agency based in Ohio, where I translate engineering expertise into client-facing digital experiences.
Adept at leveraging AI tools including GitHub Copilot, OpenAI, and Claude to accelerate development and build intelligent, scalable solutions.
Experience
Where I Have Worked
Software Engineer, Technology Development Program
—PNC Bank- —Participating in the Technology Development Program focused on Software Engineering in banking.
- —Working on highly complex distributed systems serving millions of customers daily.
- —Leveraged React, Angular, Vue, Next.js, Java, TypeScript, and JavaScript to deliver modern, high-impact features.
- —Improved system performance by 30% and reduced processing time by 15% through optimised data structures and algorithms.
- —Led complex projects across multiple teams, delivering modern and high-impact solutions.
- —Integrated third-party APIs and leveraged AI/ML tools for scalable, intelligent solutions.
Web Developer
—American Marketing Association- —Built and maintained large-scale WordPress and WooCommerce systems used by thousands of customers.
- —Engineered new features and functionality that boosted revenue by 25%.
- —Leveraged HTML, CSS, TypeScript, JavaScript, and PHP for frontend and backend development.
- —Created and integrated third-party APIs using JavaScript and PHP.
- —Used AWS to build scalable server infrastructure running web applications, APIs, and microservices.
- —Applied AI and Machine Learning to develop complex, scalable solutions.
Projects
What I’ve Built
Education
Academic Background
Master of Science, Information Technology
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah
- —Advanced coursework in information technology
- —Networking, security, and cloud computing
- —Software development and project management
- —Data analysis and database management
- —Project management and leadership skills
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah
- —Foundational coursework in psychology
- —Research methods and statistical analysis
- —Cognitive, developmental, and social psychology
- —Behavioral and mental health studies
Associates of Applied Business, Programming and Development
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
- —Advanced Data Structures and Algorithms
- —Networking Fundamentals and servers
- —Distributed systems with modern and legacy technologies
- —PHP, Java, C#, HTML, CSS, and React
- —Full Stack Development
Certificate in IT-Programming & Development
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
- —PHP, Java, C#, HTML, CSS, and React
- —Full Stack Development
- —Computer Science and Data Structures and Algorithms
Certificate in IT-Web Application Development
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
- —PHP, Java, C#, HTML, CSS, and React
- —Full Stack Development
- —Computer Science and Data Structures and Algorithms
Certificate in .NET Programming
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
- —C#, ASP.NET, and Blazor
- —Full Stack Development with .NET technologies
- —Computer Science and Data Structures and Algorithms
Certificate in Web Programming Fundamentals
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH
- —HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP
- —Web Development and Design
- —Back-end development focus
Certificate in Web Design Fundamentals
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH
- —HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- —Web Design and Front-End Development
Certificate in Software Development
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, Ohio
- —Computer Science and Data Structures and Algorithms
- —PHP, Java, C#, and Python
- —Full Stack Development
Skills
Technical Expertise
Frontend
- HTML5 / CSS3
- JavaScript (ES2024+)
- TypeScript
- React
- Next.js
- Angular
- SASS / SCSS
- Tailwind CSS
Backend
- PHP / Laravel
- Python / Django / Flask
- Java / Spring Boot
- C# / ASP.NET
- Node.js
- REST APIs
- Microservices
- CI/CD Pipelines
Databases
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
- SQL
- NoSQL
- Relational Databases
Cloud and Tools
- AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda)
- Git / GitHub / Bitbucket
- Linux / Ubuntu / UNIX
- IIS / Windows Server
- Agile / Scrum
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Performance Tuning
- Root Cause Analysis
Integrations
- WooCommerce
- Stripe / PayPal
- LearnDash LMS
- Advanced Custom Fields
- WordPress API
AI and Machine Learning
- GitHub Copilot
- OpenAI API
- Claude / Anthropic
- ChatGPT
- AI-assisted development
- ML-powered solutions
Contact
Let's Build Something Great
Prefer email? hello@jameslatten.com