Profile of Dave Beach

Dave Beach

software

front_end

engineer

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

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About

I’m a dedicated full-stack developer with a proven track record of delivering high-quality, award-winning websites and web applications for global brands like Toyota and Lexus. With experience leading teams on large-scale projects, I combine strategic planning, strong organizational skills, and technical expertise to ensure projects are completed on time and beyond expectations. I'm always exploring new technologies to stay ahead of industry trends, driven by a passion for continuous learning and growth. If you're looking for a skilled developer who can tackle complex challenges with precision and creativity, let's connect.

Experience

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    Founder @ Northern Venture Drone Services

    CA - Hybrid

    Summary:

    • Founder and lead drone pilot of a specialized aerial services company, delivering innovative solutions across agriculture, mining, construction, utilities, wildlife conservation, historical preservation, and more.

    Responsibilities:

    • Lead drone operations for aerial surveys, photogrammetry, 3D mapping, and infrastructure inspections.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver actionable insights and data-driven decision-making through advanced drone technology.
    • Manage business development, client acquisition, and strategic partnerships to expand market reach in diverse industries.
    • Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and safety standards, including Transport Canada certifications.
    • Analyze and process aerial data to provide comprehensive reports and high-resolution visualizations.
    • DJI drones
    • RTK GPS
    • Photogrammetry software
    • GIS mapping
    • Aerial thermography
    • Data analysis
    • Project management
    • Client relations
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    Technical Lead, Development @ Him & Her Inc.

    CA - Hybrid

    Responsibilities:

    • Managed a cross-functional team of junior to senior developers and external contractors, fostering skill development and career growth through personalized one-on-one meetings.
    • Led a high-impact project for Raffi Jewellers, resulting in the successful development of a large-scale e-commerce experience that gained recognition from Rolex, serving as a benchmark for adherence to strict brand guidelines within the jewelry industry.
    • Implemented strategic measures to streamline team processes, including the elimination of technical debt and the development of a roadmap for future projects, resulting in enhanced productivity and efficiency for upcoming websites.
    • Collaborated closely with clients and external vendors to architect and execute a large-scale e-commerce site, providing technical guidance to ensure project success.
    • Provided ongoing technical guidance and mentoring to the team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment while achieving project objectives and delivering high-quality work.
    • Leadership
    • HTML5
    • CSS3
    • SCSS
    • JavaScript ECMA6+
    • TypeScript
    • NodeJS
    • Figma
    • PostgreSQL
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    Team Lead, Front End Engineering @ SkyWatch

    CA - Hybrid

    Responsibilities:

    • Architected Angular-based front-end projects for multiple apps, leveraging NgRx and AWS in a monorepo pattern
    • Mentored team members with tailored approaches to improve individual productivity and well-being
    • Spearheaded front-end and design team recruitment, interviewing and selecting candidates.
    • Led numerous dev process improvements, such as design systems, testing procedures, and CI/CD optimization
    • Initiated company-wide procedures, processes, and events to boost teamwork, communication, and efficiency
    • Ensured on-time and well-organized projects by working closely with senior leadership, design, product, and customer success
    • Leadership
    • HTML5
    • CSS3
    • Angular
    • RxJS
    • TypeScript
    • NodeJS
    • Git
    • Python
    • Docker
    • AWS
    • Figma
    • PostgreSQL
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    Senior Developer @ Saatchi and Saatchi Canada (TPM Division)

    CA - Hybrid

    Responsibilities:

    • Played a key role in redesigns for Toyota and Lexus websites, ranked #1 in JD Power for OEM sites and were Canada's 1st responsive auto sites
    • Designed and implemented software and hardware to streamline the contractor orientation process at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) facilities
    • Led migration of TMMC intranet applications from legacy code to a modern tech stack
    • Architected tech stacks with Angular, LESS, Java/Struts, Freemarker, Laravel, and WordPress for projects
    • Spearheaded company-wide switch from waterfall to agile model, onboarded non-technical team members, and improved development efficiency
    • Leadership
    • AngularJS
    • LESS
    • Java
    • WordPress
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    Freelance Web Developer @ TunnelBear Inc.

    CA - Remote

    Responsibilities:

    • Streamlined subscription process by building a user dashboard and payment system with Stripe.js
    • Enhanced user experience with engaging animations using CSS3 & jQuery for account upgrade/downgrade experience
    • Seamlessly integrated ZenDesk support into TunnelBear website for improved user help experience
    • HTML5
    • CSS3
    • Stripe
    • JavaScript
    • ZenDesk
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    Senior Developer Contractor @ TPM Communications

    CA - Hybrid
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    Freelance Developer @ Sesame Communications

    US - Remote

    Responsibilities:

    • Developed efficient and standards-compliant websites for dental/orthodontic industry with XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP
    • Designed unique brand identities and web presence for dental providers, differentiating them in competitive markets
    • XHTML
    • LESS
    • JavaScript
    • PHP
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    Lead Interface Developer Contractor @ Blast Radius

    CA - Hybrid

    Responsibilities:

    • Designed and coded engaging pages for Scotts Miracle-Gro website with XHTML/CSS and JavaScript
    • Managed interface developers to deliver a CMS for Scotts to manage their web properties efficiently
    • XHTML
    • LESS
    • JavaScript
    • PHP
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    Interface Developer, Contract @ Henderson Bas

    CA - Hybrid

    Responsibilities:

    • Accelerated website updates for Nintendo, Molson Canadian, Coca-Cola, and Mercedes-Benz by creating a highly efficient templating system
    • XHTML
    • LESS
    • JavaScript
    • PHP
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    Freelance Developer @ ESAB

    US - Remote

    Responsibilities:

    • Developed websites for multiple ESAB brands including PowerCut and FastTrack
    • Created new designs for new pages and microsites that adhered to established brand guidelines
    • XHTML
    • LESS
    • JavaScript
    • PHP
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    Freelance Developer @ Cleanpage

    US - Remote

    Responsibilities:

    • Designed and developed websites for local businesses and organizations
    • Worked with clients to determine site requirements and to create a design that would be exciting and informational
    • XHTML
    • LESS
    • JavaScript
    • PHP

Education

Certificates

Skills

  • Advanced HTML5 Advanced
  • Advanced CSS3 Advanced
  • Advanced SCSS Advanced
  • Advanced Tailwind Advanced
  • Advanced JavaScript Advanced
  • Advanced TypeScript Advanced
  • Intermediate Three.js Intermediate
  • Advanced Angular Advanced
  • Intermediate RxJS Intermediate
  • Advanced React Advanced
  • Intermediate Astro Intermediate
  • Intermediate Node Intermediate
  • Advanced PHP Advanced
  • Beginner Java Beginner
  • Intermediate Python Intermediate
  • Beginner MongoDB Beginner
  • Advanced MySQL Advanced
  • Advanced PostgreSQL Advanced
  • Advanced Shopify Advanced
  • Advanced Contentful Advanced
  • Advanced WordPress Advanced
  • Advanced Git Advanced
  • Advanced GitHub Advanced
  • Intermediate AWS Intermediate
  • Intermediate Docker Intermediate
  • Intermediate Jest Intermediate
  • Intermediate Postman Intermediate
  • Advanced Accessibility Advanced
  • Intermediate Unity Intermediate
  • Intermediate Unreal Engine Intermediate
  • Intermediate RealityCapture Intermediate
  • Intermediate Figma Intermediate