Bruce Ultra

Wheat Ridge, CO
Website: https://www.behivetech.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-ultra/
Github: https://github.com/behivetech

Experienced software engineer with expertise in designing, developing, and launching advanced technologies to meet diverse business and customer needs. Adept at creating high-performance, scalable web applications with a strong background in React.js, Node.js, SCSS, and GraphQL. Proven ability to lead development teams, mentor junior developers, and deliver impactful solutions for high-traffic websites and enterprise-level projects.

Professional Experience

OnSolve

Senior Software Engineer
Alpharetta, GA / Aug 2022 - present / full-time
  • Spearhead development and mentorship for an enterprise-level web application with advanced UI and intricate notification systems, including geofencing.

  • Serve as a solutions architect and shared tech lead, guiding initial application and component design.

  • Provide mentorship and support to other developers on the team.

BEhive Tech LLC

Principal Software Engineer
Wheat Ridge, CO / Mar 2021 - Aug 2022 / contract
  • Consulted and developed solutions focusing on user experience and data connectivity with APIs, including a custom app for Shopify.

  • Engaged in short-term projects for clients such as Outside Magazine and Hotel Engine, and provided guidance through Codementor.

Broadcom Inc.

Senior Software Engineer
Broomfield, CO / Dec 2019 - Aug 2020 / contract
  • Developed a new reporting system within the Rally agile project management application using ReactJS and Highcharts.

  • Enhanced front-end accessibility, internationalization, and cross-browser compatibility, and improved user experience through responsive design and new feature implementations.

Pipeline Rx

Principal Software Engineer
Denver, CO / Jan 2018 - May 2019 / full-time
  • Led multiple scrum teams in architecting and developing a new front-end application with React, replacing an outdated system.

  • Collaborated closely with UX designers to improve user experience and functionality.

Echostar

Senior Software Engineer
Superior, CO / Aug 2016 - Dec 2017 / contract

Led front-end development for a unified application combining metadata systems for Dish, enhancing data management and system integration.

Southwest Airlines

Senior UI Developer
Dallas, TX / Dec 2014 - Jun 2016 / contract
  • Developed front-end solutions for Southwest.com, handling high traffic volumes and ensuring efficient code for robust performance.

  • Collaborated in an agile environment to optimize site functionality and user experience with a strong focus in accessibility.

Nerium International

Application Developer
Addison, TX / Jul 2014 - Nov 2014 / contract

Developed front-end components for a web application tailored for Nerium's clientele.

MapMyFitness

Software Engineer
Denver, CO / Sep 2012 - Jul 2014 / full-time

Created new features and marketing functionalities for the MapMyFitness application, enhancing mobile and web user experiences.

JCPenney

Senior Systems Coordinator
Plano, TX / Nov 2002 - Sep 2012 / full-time

Provided enterprise solutions for the Marketing department, architecting and maintaining web applications for improved workflow efficiency.

Ackerman McQueen

Technology Specialist
Irving, TX / Feb 2000 - Aug 2002 / full-time

Supported Macintosh and Windows systems, networking, phone systems, and small web development projects.

Temerlin McClain

Interactive Artist
Irving, TX / Jan 1998 - Jan 2000 / full-time

Designed and developed interactive marketing campaigns for prominent clients including American Airlines and JCPenney.

Levinson & Hill

Layout Artist and Support
Dallas, TX / Jan 1996 - Jan 1998 / full-time

Designed print materials and provided support for Macintosh computers and networking.

Skillsets

Adobe Analytics
Adobe Fonts
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Photoshop
Apollo Client/Server
Apollo Federation
AWS
Babel
Bit.dev
Create React App
CSS
Cypress
Docker
Enzyme
Express
Font Awesome
Gatsby
Github
Google Analytics
Google Fonts
GraphQL
Helm Charts
Heroku
Highcharts.js
HIPAA Compliance
Illustrator
Javascript
Jenkins
Jest
Karma
Kubernetes
Macintosh
Material Design
Modular Design
Netlify
Next.js
Nginx
Node.js
NPM
Photoshop
Prisma
Puppeteer
React
React Hooks
React Native
React Testing Library
SASS
Scalability
SPA
SQL
SSG
SSR
Typescript
Webpack

Education

University of North Texas 1993 - 1996

BAAS, Bachelor of Applied Arts & Sciences

Collin County Community College 1992 - 1994

AAS, Interactive Design

Texas State Technical College 1990 - 1992

AAS, Biomedical Engineering Technology

University of Arkansas at Fayetteville 1989 - 1990

BAS, Computer Science Engineering

Certifications

2023 - Selecting Talent - Trupp U

2023 - Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery with GitLab - LinkedIn

Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) - Scaled Agile

2000 MCSA - Microsoft

2000 MCSE - Microsoft