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KYLE WILLIS

Summary

Software engineer with 10+ years of experience building front-end platforms, internal systems, and operational tooling across automotive SaaS, logistics infrastructure, agencies, and enterprise consumer brands.

Focused on architecting reliable production systems, modernizing legacy stacks, and guiding teams in implementing automation and agent-driven workflows. Experienced shipping high-traffic web platforms and internal tools used in real operational environments.

Experience

  • Mark Anthony GroupWordPress Developer

    Chicago, IL · Nov 2024 - Present
    • Build and maintain global consumer brand platforms including White Claw, Mike's Hard Lemonade, and Cayman Jack.
    • Develop scalable WordPress architectures and reusable component systems for multi-market brand sites.
    • Optimize front-end performance and accessibility across high-traffic production environments.
    • Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, design, and engineering teams to deliver reliable production releases.
    • Contribute to improving developer workflows and deployment consistency across brand properties.
  • HUB GroupWeb Developer

    Feb 2023 - Oct 2024
    • Built internal web applications and dashboards supporting logistics and transportation operations.
    • Designed and implemented internal dashboards used by operations teams to improve visibility and reporting.
    • Integrated REST APIs and backend services into modular front-end UI systems.
    • Replaced manual spreadsheet-based workflows with structured web-based tooling.
    • Contributed to system improvements that reduced friction across internal operational processes.
  • Rocket55Web Developer

    May 2022 - Feb 2023
    • Full-stack development for automotive and e-commerce clients.
    • Delivered CMS-driven marketing platforms and custom WordPress builds.
    • Implemented modular front-end components and reusable patterns across client accounts.
    • Improved performance and technical SEO for client production sites.
    • Participated in rapid iteration cycles with stakeholders and delivery teams.
  • Divine Design & Marketing, Inc.Web Developer

    Nov 2021 - May 2022
    • Built and deployed full-stack websites for regional businesses.
    • Developed custom themes and CMS integrations.
    • Ensured cross-browser compatibility and production stability.
  • Wash Near MeSoftware Engineer

    Jul 2017 - Jan 2020
    • Automotive service discovery and operations platform.
    • Contributed to feature development and maintenance of production web applications.
    • Built user-facing and internal tooling components.
    • Supported iterative product releases and operational system improvements.
  • Auto Accessory ConfiguratorSoftware Engineer

    Oct 2015 - Jul 2017
    • Automotive dealership accessories platform.
    • Developed front-end components and product features supporting dealership operations.
    • Worked on configuration workflows tied to automotive retail systems.
    • Collaborated with stakeholders in dealership and aftermarket environments.
  • Usman GroupWeb Development Intern

    Jun 2010 - Aug 2013
    • High school internship focused on front-end development and CMS implementation.
    • Contributed to agency client website builds and internal development tasks.

Independent Work

  • THICKRIM (Private Studio)Founder

    2022 - Present
    • Provide digital infrastructure modernization and automation solutions for automotive and industrial businesses.
    • Replace legacy CMS stacks with maintainable modern architectures.
    • Build internal dashboards, workflow automation, and operational tooling.
    • Design production systems that improve reliability and reduce manual overhead.
    • Guide clients in adopting modern development practices and automation strategies.

Education

College of Lake County

  • Coursework in computer science and technology-related disciplines.
  • Self-taught engineer with continuous independent study in software architecture, automation systems, and modern web development practices.

Technical Skills

  • Languages

    JavaScript · TypeScript · PHP · HTML · CSS

  • Frameworks & Platforms

    WordPress · React · Node.js · Next.js · REST APIs

  • Infrastructure & Tooling

    Linux · Docker · Git · CI/CD · Vercel · Netlify

  • Specializations

    Front-End Architecture · Performance Optimization · Accessibility · Workflow Automation · Internal Tooling · Agent-Guided Systems Design