Hunter M. Shaw

Full-Stack Software Engineer specializing in React, JavaScript, and AWS. Building scalable web applications and GIS solutions that drive business value.

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About Me

I'm a passionate software engineer with over 2 years of experience developing full-stack web applications at Crown Castle. I specialize in creating scalable solutions using modern technologies like React, JavaScript, and AWS.

My expertise lies in building GIS web applications and data-driven solutions that help organizations make informed decisions and optimize their operations.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Education: B.S. Computer Science, University of Pittsburgh

Certification: Certified Associate in Python Programming (PCAP)

Key Strengths

Full-Stack Web Development

GIS Web Applications

AWS Cloud Solutions

Agile Development

Thought Leadership

Experience

Software Engineer

Personal Project - Portfolio Website

August 2025 - Present

Designed and developed a modern, responsive portfolio website showcasing professional experience and technical expertise using Next.js and contemporary web technologies, and the ability to create polished, production-ready applications.

Implemented advanced CSS techniques including conic gradients, backdrop filters, and complex animations to enhance the user interface and overall web design

Created a secure email contact system using Base64 encoding to prevent bot scraping, demonstrating proficiency in security best practices within JavaScript development

Achieved optimal performance through Next.js optimization features and proper image handling, showcasing expertise in building high-performance web applications with Next.js

Established a comprehensive Docker workflow supporting both Docker and Podman environments for efficient application packaging and deployment using containerization technologies

Built responsive web design adapting seamlessly across mobile, tablet, and desktop devices, ensuring accessibility and optimal user experience

Software Engineer

Crown Castle

July 2022 - Present

Leveraging full-stack development tools to create scalable web applications and GIS solutions that drive business value and operational efficiency.

Develops full-stack web applications using JavaScript, React, Python, and Next.js, enabling real-time data analysis to optimize infrastructure usage and generate additional revenue from existing assets. Leveraged REST APIs for seamless data integration

Creates and maintains GIS Web Apps that provide critical insights into geographic and asset-related data, helping the company make data-driven decisions and boost operational efficiency. Utilized Python scripting to automate data processing within these applications

Designs customized sales pipeline applications using JavaScript and React that streamline operations and improve lead tracking, increasing sales volume while minimizing reliance on external vendor solutions. Implemented features with a focus on feature ownership

Deploys scalable applications and databases on AWS (EC2, S3, RDS), tailoring solutions to meet customer requirements, enhancing performance, and driving client engagement. Implemented CD/CI pipelines for automated deployments

Utilizes agile methodologies to rapidly deliver and iterate on web applications, ensuring continuous alignment with business goals and stakeholder needs. Demonstrated strong thought leadership in advocating for best practices within the team

Skills & Technologies

JavaScriptReactExpressPythonREST APIsADO/JiraGitFastAPIGIS Web AppsAWS (EC2, S3, RDS)PostgreSQL/RDBSPL/SQLLinux/UnixContainerization

Frontend

React, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, Responsive Design

Backend

Express, FastAPI, Python, Next.JS, REST APIs, PL/SQL, Database Design

Cloud & DevOps

AWS (EC2, S3, RDS), Digital Ocean,
Linux/Unix, Containerization, Git

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