Michael Funk

Senior Software Engineer at Highlight

Michael Funk has a solid work experience in software engineering, starting from their current role as a Senior Software Engineer at Highlight. Previously, they worked as a Lead Software Engineer at AVB Marketing, where they led the front-end e-commerce team using technologies like React.js, Next.js, Material UI, Redux, and i18n. Michael also contributed to restructuring catalog calls and reducing page load times by over 55%, as well as implementing a unit testing policy to reduce regressions and release risk.

Prior to that, Michael served as a Software Engineer - Contractor at Intel Corporation, where they developed and implemented features for an internal test-automation suite. Michael also modified existing SQLAlchemy relational models and used AngularJS and D3 to display filtered graphs for execution trends.

Earlier in their career, Michael worked as a Software Developer II at Stanislaus County, where they used React to create an offline web app for inspectors and developed Python scripts to generate annual vehicle log reports. Michael also set up Nginx web server on Ubuntu to host internal web apps. Before that, they held the position of a Software Developer at Mattersight Corporation, where they worked with the Call Capture and Telephony Interfaces Team, utilizing Machine Specifications, Specflow, and running performance tests.

Michael began their career as an IT Intern at the Turlock Irrigation District, where they assisted Software Engineers and updated functionality on older web applications. Michael also gained experience as a Tax Intern at Hillberg & Co. CPA's, preparing tax returns and financial statements. In their early work experience, they worked as a Server and Host at Outback Steakhouse, managing customer flow and resolving issues.

Overall, Michael Funk has a strong background in software engineering, with experience in various technologies and a track record of delivering impactful results through their roles.

Michael Funk has a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting and Computer Science from California State University, Stanislaus. Additionally, they have obtained several certifications, including "Microservices with NodeJS and React" from Udemy in August 2020, "AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials" from Amazon in February 2019, "Docker and Kubernetes" from Udemy in February 2019, "Solidity with React" from Udemy in January 2018, "Fullstack React" from Udemy in November 2017, "GraphQL with React" from Udemy in November 2017, and "Electron for Desktop Applications" from Udemy in October 2017.

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Timeline

  • Senior Software Engineer

    June, 2022 - present