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Software Engineer — Lorain, Ohio

James

Latten.

Full-stack engineer specialising in React, TypeScript, and cloud-based systems. Currently building distributed systems at PNC Bank used by millions of customers.

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4+

Years Experience

3

Companies

30%

Performance Gains

90%

Client Retention

About

James Latten — Software Engineer

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 Technology Development Analyst 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.

ReactTypeScriptNext.jsAWSNode.jsPHPJavaPythonREST APIsCI/CD

Experience

Where I Have Worked

01

Technology Development Analyst / Associate

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.
Feb 2026 — PresentStrongsville, OH
02

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.
Oct 2022 — Oct 2025Chicago, IL
03

Software Engineer

Self-Employed
  • —Designed and delivered custom web applications using React, Node.js, and AWS.
  • —Achieved a 90% client retention rate and increased client productivity by 30%.
  • —Implemented RESTful APIs and cloud-based architectures, cutting server costs by 25%.
  • —Specialised in pixel-perfect frontend development with HTML, CSS, SASS, and JavaScript/TypeScript.
  • —Built robust database systems using MySQL and PostgreSQL with complex SQL data flows.
  • —Deployed scalable server infrastructure on AWS for clients across various industries.
Feb 2017 — Oct 2022Lorain, OH

Skills

Technical Expertise

React•TypeScript•JavaScript•Next.js•PHP•Python•Java•C#•AWS•Node.js•MySQL•PostgreSQL•Git•CI/CD•REST APIs•WordPress•Laravel•Spring Boot•Angular•Linux•HTML5•CSS3•SASS•ASP.NET•React•TypeScript•JavaScript•Next.js•PHP•Python•Java•C#•AWS•Node.js•MySQL•PostgreSQL•Git•CI/CD•REST APIs•WordPress•Laravel•Spring Boot•Angular•Linux•HTML5•CSS3•SASS•ASP.NET•

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

Education

Academic Background

Degree2025

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Western Governors University

Salt Lake City, Utah

Degree2026

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
Degree2022

Associates of Arts

Cuyahoga Community College

Cleveland, OH

Certificate2023

Certificate in Web Programming Fundamentals

Lorain County Community College

Elyria, OH

  • —HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP
  • —Web Development and Design
  • —Back-end development focus
Certificate2023

Certificate in Web Design Fundamentals

Lorain County Community College

Elyria, OH

  • —HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • —Web Design and Front-End Development
Certificate2023

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

Contact

Let's Build Something Great

Send Me an Email

Email

hello@jameslatten.com

Phone

(216) 889-7822

Location

Lorain, Ohio

GitHub

jamesl1500
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