Profile of Dave Beach

Dave Beach

software

front_end

engineer

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

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About

I’m a dedicated full-stack developer with a proven track record of delivering high-quality, award-winning websites and web applications for global brands like Toyota and Lexus. With experience leading teams on large-scale projects, I combine strategic planning, strong organizational skills, and technical expertise to ensure projects are completed on time and beyond expectations. I'm always exploring new technologies to stay ahead of industry trends, driven by a passion for continuous learning and growth. If you're looking for a skilled developer who can tackle complex challenges with precision and creativity, let's connect.

Experience

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    Founder @ Northern Venture Drone Services

    CA - Hybrid

    Summary:

    • Founder and lead drone pilot of a specialized aerial services company, delivering innovative solutions across agriculture, mining, construction, utilities, wildlife conservation, historical preservation, and more.

    Responsibilities:

    • Lead drone operations for aerial surveys, photogrammetry, 3D mapping, and infrastructure inspections.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver actionable insights and data-driven decision-making through advanced drone technology.
    • Manage business development, client acquisition, and strategic partnerships to expand market reach in diverse industries.
    • Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and safety standards, including Transport Canada certifications.
    • Analyze and process aerial data to provide comprehensive reports and high-resolution visualizations.
    • DJI drones
    • RTK GPS
    • Photogrammetry software
    • GIS mapping
    • Aerial thermography
    • Data analysis
    • Project management
    • Client relations
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    Technical Lead, Development @ Him & Her Inc.

    CA - Hybrid

    Responsibilities:

    • Led a cross-functional team of developers and contractors, supporting growth through regular one-on-ones
    • Directed a high-impact e-commerce project for Raffi Jewellers, earning recognition from Rolex for brand excellence
    • Streamlined team workflows by reducing technical debt and creating project roadmaps, boosting efficiency
    • Partnered with clients and vendors to architect and deliver complex e-commerce platforms
    • Leadership
    • HTML5
    • CSS3
    • SCSS
    • JavaScript ECMA6+
    • TypeScript
    • NodeJS
    • Figma
    • PostgreSQL
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    Team Lead, Front End Engineering @ SkyWatch

    CA - Hybrid

    Responsibilities:

    • Architected Angular- and React-based front-end projects for multiple apps, leveraging NgRx and AWS in a monorepo pattern
    • Mentored team members with tailored approaches to improve individual productivity and well-being
    • Spearheaded front-end and design team recruitment, interviewing and selecting candidates
    • Led numerous dev process improvements, such as design systems, testing procedures, and CI/CD optimization
    • Initiated company-wide procedures, processes, and events to boost teamwork, communication, and efficiency
    • Ensured on-time and well-organized projects by working closely with senior leadership, design, product, and customer success
    • Leadership
    • HTML5
    • CSS3
    • Angular
    • RxJS
    • TypeScript
    • NodeJS
    • Git
    • Python
    • Docker
    • AWS
    • Figma
    • PostgreSQL
    • Jest
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    Senior Developer @ Saatchi and Saatchi Canada (TPM Division)

    CA - Hybrid

    Responsibilities:

    • Played a key role in redesigns for Toyota and Lexus websites, ranked #1 in JD Power for OEM sites and were Canada's 1st responsive auto sites
    • Designed and implemented software and hardware to streamline the contractor orientation process at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) facilities
    • Led migration of TMMC intranet applications from legacy code to a modern tech stack
    • Architected tech stacks with Angular, LESS, Java/Struts, Freemarker, Laravel, and WordPress for projects
    • Spearheaded company-wide switch from waterfall to agile model, onboarded non-technical team members, and improved development efficiency
    • Leadership
    • AngularJS
    • LESS
    • Java
    • WordPress
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    Freelance Web Developer @ TunnelBear Inc.

    CA - Remote

    Responsibilities:

    • Maintained and enhanced the marketing website for an early-stage VPN startup using XHTML, CSS3, and JavaScript
    • Designed and built a user subscription dashboard integrated with Stripe.js for seamless billing management
    • Created engaging, responsive UI with CSS animations to enhance user experience during subscription changes
    • Integrated Zendesk into the site to enable in-app customer support and improve user engagement
    • HTML5
    • CSS3
    • Stripe
    • JavaScript
    • ZenDesk
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    Senior Developer Contractor @ TPM Communications

    CA - Hybrid
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    Freelance Developer @ Sesame Communications

    US - Remote

    Responsibilities:

    • Designed and developed standards-compliant websites for clients in the dental and orthodontic industries
    • Focused on front-end performance optimization and cross-browser compatibility
    • Utilized XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP to build responsive, accessible, and maintainable websites
    • Collaborated with designers and account managers to deliver tailored solutions aligned with client branding and business needs
    • XHTML
    • LESS
    • JavaScript
    • PHP
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    Lead Interface Developer Contractor @ Blast Radius

    CA - Hybrid

    Responsibilities:

    • Led a team of interface developers in building a custom CMS for managing Scott’s Miracle-Gro web content
    • Designed and implemented full-stack architecture using XHTML, LESS, JavaScript, and PHP
    • Delivered multiple brand microsites with a focus on performance, scalability, and usability
    • Coordinated closely with stakeholders to align development with brand guidelines and marketing goals
    • XHTML
    • LESS
    • JavaScript
    • PHP
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    Interface Developer, Contract @ Henderson Bas

    CA - Hybrid

    Responsibilities:

    • Developed a custom XHTML, LESS, JavaScript, and PHP-based templating system that increased page production efficiency by 4x
    • Led full-stack implementation across high-profile brand websites, including Nintendo, Molson Canadian, Coca-Cola, and Mercedes-Benz
    • Streamlined cross-team workflows by creating reusable components and scalable templates, improving consistency and maintainability
    • Collaborated closely with designers and back-end developers to deliver pixel-perfect, performance-optimized user experiences
    • XHTML
    • LESS
    • JavaScript
    • PHP
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    Freelance Developer @ ESAB

    US - Remote

    Responsibilities:

    • Developed websites for multiple ESAB brands including PowerCut and FastTrack
    • Created new designs for new pages and microsites that adhered to established brand guidelines
    • XHTML
    • LESS
    • JavaScript
    • PHP
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    Freelance Developer @ Cleanpage

    US - Remote

    Responsibilities:

    • Designed and developed websites for local businesses and organizations
    • Worked with clients to determine site requirements and to create a design that would be exciting and informational
    • XHTML
    • LESS
    • JavaScript
    • PHP

Education

Certificates

Skills

  • Advanced HTML5 Advanced
  • Advanced CSS3 Advanced
  • Advanced SCSS Advanced
  • Advanced Tailwind Advanced
  • Advanced JavaScript Advanced
  • Advanced TypeScript Advanced
  • Intermediate Three.js Intermediate
  • Advanced Angular Advanced
  • Intermediate RxJS Intermediate
  • Advanced React Advanced
  • Intermediate Astro Intermediate
  • Intermediate Node Intermediate
  • Advanced PHP Advanced
  • Beginner Java Beginner
  • Intermediate Python Intermediate
  • Beginner MongoDB Beginner
  • Advanced MySQL Advanced
  • Advanced PostgreSQL Advanced
  • Advanced Shopify Advanced
  • Advanced Contentful Advanced
  • Advanced WordPress Advanced
  • Advanced Git Advanced
  • Advanced GitHub Advanced
  • Intermediate AWS Intermediate
  • Intermediate Docker Intermediate
  • Intermediate Jest Intermediate
  • Intermediate Postman Intermediate
  • Advanced Accessibility Advanced
  • Intermediate Unity Intermediate
  • Intermediate Unreal Engine Intermediate
  • Intermediate RealityCapture Intermediate
  • Intermediate Figma Intermediate