Sarah Allen

Sarah Allen has a diverse work experience in the field of technology. Sarah is currently working at NationBuilder as a Senior Frontend Engineer, starting in December 2022. Prior to this role, they worked as a Frontend Engineer at the same company from October 2021 to December 2022.

Before joining NationBuilder, Sarah worked at Adler Planetarium as a Senior Web Developer for almost seven years, from September 2014 to September 2021. In this role, they focused on front-end web application development for Zooniverse projects, utilizing technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Sarah also gained experience with frameworks like React and Next.js, as well as tools like webpack and styled-components. Additionally, Sarah was skilled in web accessibility and conducted accessibility testing.

Sarah also worked as an IT/Web Developer Consultant for herself from December 2013 to August 2014. During this time, they assisted the digital web team at Schafer Condon Carter with client projects, including creating flash banners and HTML email blasts. Sarah also worked on front-end development using HTML5, CSS3, SASS, JavaScript/jQuery, and various CSS grid frameworks.

Prior to their freelance work, Sarah worked at Northwestern University as an Application Support Specialist from January 2012 to June 2013. In this role, they provided tier two level support for in-house developed applications used by MD students, faculty, and medical education staff. Sarah also conducted training sessions and served as a co-administrator for the Google Apps for Education domain.

Sarah's earlier experience includes working at The University of Arizona as an IT Support Center Specialist from December 2008 to September 2011. In this role, they managed the IT Service Desk, providing front line computing and technology support. Sarah also supervised student technical staff and maintained hardware and software license inventory.

Overall, Sarah Allen has a strong background in frontend engineering, web development, and IT support roles, demonstrating their versatility and technical expertise.

Sarah Allen attended the University of Arizona from 2004 to 2008, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Music. In 2013, they also had a brief stint at The Starter League, where they pursued studies in Web Development, although they did not complete a degree in this field.