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Full-Stack Developer · Mobile Engineer · Tech Educator

Marlo Jones

Results-driven software engineer with proven expertise in architecting and deploying scalable applications across automotive, healthcare, and social impact sectors. Demonstrated track record of reducing technical debt by 30% and improving user engagement through innovative solutions. Passionate tech educator who has mentored 50+ developers.

What I Do

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Mentorship

Facilitating transformative mentorship for coding bootcamp students, aligning lessons with career goals and industry best practices.

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React & Next.js

Shipping production web apps with React and Next.js—App Router, TypeScript, server components & API routes, and styling with Tailwind CSS. Testing with Jest.

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React Native

Cross-platform iOS and Android apps with native modules, performance tuning, and state patterns (e.g. Zustand)—from solo builds to enterprise apps at 10K+ MAU.

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Full-Stack Engineering

End-to-end delivery with Node, Express, Python, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, RESTful APIs, Docker, and cloud deploys (including Vercel for Next.js). Secure auth, caching, and CI/CD-aware workflows.

Testimonials

"Marlo is a phenomenal mentor. He has an incredible ability to break down complex concepts and make them accessible. His guidance was a turning point in my development career."

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Alex K. Thinkful Bootcamp Graduate

"Working with Marlo on the React Native project was seamless. He delivered every feature on time, communicated proactively, and the final product exceeded our expectations."

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Jamie T. Project Manager, InstantTeams

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Resume

5+ Years of Experience · Full-Stack · Mobile · Education

Education & Certifications

Full-Stack Engineering Certification

Thinkful

Computer Science Studies

Community College of Baltimore County · 18 credits

Professional Certifications

  • Advanced React Native Development (Udemy)
  • JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures (freeCodeCamp)
  • Certified Full-Stack Developer (Thinkful)

Technical Expertise

Frontend

React Next.js React Native Vue.js TypeScript Tailwind CSS Zustand Jest HTML5/CSS3

Backend & Infrastructure

Node.js Express Python PostgreSQL MongoDB Docker

Cloud & DevOps

Azure Vercel Firebase CI/CD Git REST APIs

Core Strengths

System Architecture Performance Technical Leadership Agile

Professional Experience

2023 – Present

Independent Solutions Architect & Developer

Contract · Remote

Call Me Out Mobile App

  • Architected and launched a safety-focused mobile application using Firebase and Zustand.
  • Implemented real-time notifications and secure user authentication.
  • Designed scalable backend architecture supporting thousands of concurrent users.

Fitness Platform Development

  • Spearheading development of a comprehensive fitness tracking platform.
  • Implementing complex state management with Zustand.
  • Engineering real-time workout tracking and social features.
2022 – 2023

Lead React Native Developer

InstantTeams · Baltimore, MD
  • Orchestrated full-cycle development of a veteran-focused job platform, achieving a 30% reduction in technical debt.
  • Engineered real-time communication features including video conferencing.
  • Led a cross-functional team of 6 developers with Agile methodologies and CI/CD.
  • Established coding standards and review processes, improving code quality and team velocity.
2021 – 2022

Senior Mobile Developer

CarLotz · Alexandria, VA
  • Scaled vehicle marketplace app to support 10,000+ monthly active users.
  • Executed migration from Redux to Context API, delivering 25% faster load times.
  • Implemented advanced vehicle filtering and price estimation algorithms.
  • Drove 15% increase in user retention through data-driven UX improvements.
2021

React Native Engineer

Philosophie (Contract) · Santa Monica, CA
  • Delivered HIPAA-compliant healthcare platform for traveling nurses.
  • Engineered real-time patient monitoring, improving nurse efficiency by 35%.
  • Implemented secure data handling meeting stringent healthcare regulations.

Technical Leadership & Education

2024 – Present

Software Engineering Lead

Code the Dream · Remote
  • Guide development teams building solutions for nonprofit organizations.
  • Establish architecture patterns and best practices for complex web applications.
  • Mentor junior developers in advanced software engineering concepts.
2021 – Present

Lead Technical Instructor

Nucamp · Alexandria, VA
  • Developed curriculum covering the modern web development stack.
  • Mentored 150+ students with 20% improvement in satisfaction scores.
  • Created hands-on projects simulating real-world development scenarios.
2022 – 2024

Senior Technical Mentor

Thinkful · Remote
  • Achieved 90% job placement rate among mentored students.
  • Conducted technical interview preparation and code review sessions.
  • Guided students through system design and architecture decisions.

Portfolio

Personal iOS apps — app icons and App Store screenshots.

Personal projects

AutoScan AI — iPhone screenshot
Coming soon
iOS AutoScan AI

AutoScan AI

Car scanning & insights — scan, negotiate, calculate, save

Contact

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