Developer
Jodi Solbrig
About Me
jodi_solbrig@yahoo.com
(805) 558-2863
I’m a full-stack software engineer with over 20 years of experience designing, building, and deploying production-grade applications. I thrive on taking complex problems from concept to live product—defining architecture, selecting the right technologies, writing clean code, and delivering reliable, user-focused solutions.
Most recently, I designed and built KeenReads.app from the ground up: a cross-platform platform application connecting authors with beta readers. The project includes:
- Flutter (Dart) frontend for web and mobile
- Node.js RESTful API backend
- MongoDB Atlas for flexible document storage
- AWS S3 for secure file handling (manuscripts, feedback documents)
- End-to-end system architecture, authentication, file processing, and payment integration pathways
I leveraged Claude (Opus / Sonnet models) extensively during development to accelerate architectural decisions, code generation, and debugging—demonstrating strong ability to combine AI tooling with deep engineering judgment.
Previously, I spent many years mastering the full LAMP/LEMP stack, building and scaling high-traffic WordPress + WooCommerce sites, creating custom plugins, integrating complex third-party APIs (Stripe, payment gateways, CRMs), and managing cloud infrastructure (Azure, Kinsta, AWS). That foundation gave me a rock-solid understanding of performance, security, scalability, and production operations.
Today I focus on modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems, cross-platform development (Flutter), cloud-native architecture, NoSQL + relational databases, and building applications that are maintainable, testable, and ready to grow.
I’m seeking mid-to-senior full-stack engineering roles, remote or hybrid, where I can contribute significant architectural and implementation impact. My ideal environment values clean code, pragmatic problem-solving, and engineers who own outcomes end-to-end.
Open to opportunities in: • Full-stack development (Node.js / TypeScript / Flutter) • Backend API & microservices architecture • Cross-platform mobile/web applications • Cloud-first projects (AWS, GCP, Azure) • Teams that integrate AI tooling into the development process
Let’s build something valuable together.
Work Experience
Sep 2025 – Jan 2026
Founder & Sole Developer – Personal Project / Product Launch
- Designed, architected, and single-handedly built and launched KeenReads.app from concept to live MVP in approximately 4.5 months (start of second week of September 2025 to end of January 2026).
- Created a cross-platform application connecting authors with beta readers for manuscript feedback, collaboration, and rewards-based incentives.
- Flutter (Dart) frontend delivering responsive web and mobile experiences.
- Node.js backend with secure RESTful API, authentication, and business logic.
- MongoDB Atlas for flexible, scalable document-based storage of user data, manuscripts, and feedback.
- AWS S3 for reliable, secure file storage and handling of uploaded documents (e.g., manuscripts, reader notes).
- Owned full end-to-end development: requirements gathering, system architecture, database schema, API design, frontend implementation, deployment, testing, and iteration.
- Leveraged AI-assisted development extensively (Claude Opus/Sonnet models) for rapid prototyping, architectural decisions, code generation, optimization, and debugging—accelerating delivery while maintaining high code quality.
- Demonstrated strong full-stack ownership in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems, cloud-native services, and cross-platform tooling.
2024 - Present
Founder and Lead Developer
Iter Dev LLC - MO (Hybrid)
- Delivered high-value consulting projects focused on full-stack integrations, custom API development, and scalable web solutions for clients.
- Specialized in modern development practices, cloud architecture, and pragmatic engineering to drive product outcomes and business impact.
- Continued building on 20+ years of experience to transition toward larger-scale application engineering roles.
2016 - 2025
Development Operations Engineer
Nzymes.com (Biopet Inc.) - NV (Remote)
- Designed and maintained full e-commerce platform using modern web technologies: PHP, JavaScript (including Node.js elements), AJAX, REST APIs, and relational databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL/MariaDB).
- Engineered custom integrations and plugins: WooCommerce REST API synchronization with FileMaker for order/shipping data, custom barcode verification systems, and automated workflows reducing manual errors.
- Managed LAMP/LEMP/NGINX stacks on Ubuntu, Azure, Kinsta, and early AWS infrastructure—ensuring high availability, performance, and security for high-traffic sites generating significant revenue (~$50K/month via Amazon integrations).
- Implemented analytics and advertising tooling (Google Analytics, Tag Manager, Ads; earned Google Search Ads certification) to inform data-driven optimizations.
1990-2016
IT Systems & Software Consultant / Engineer
Various Roles & Companies – California (including TechBliss Inc., NetAssurance, Jolie Quest Hotels, AuthorityIT, Amgen, DataDirect Networks, and others)
- Built and supported enterprise-level IT infrastructure: Windows/Linux servers, network administration, data migrations, multi-site setups, and custom business applications.
- Developed early programming solutions in C++, SQL, HTML/PHP, and scripting for system automation and troubleshooting.
- Led consulting projects involving hardware/software integration, server farms, cloud transitions, and customer-facing technical support.
- Gained deep foundational expertise in scalable systems design, security best practices, performance tuning, and end-to-end project ownership—skills that directly inform modern full-stack engineering work.
Skills & Expertise
Core Full-Stack Development
Full-Stack Architecture & End-to-End Ownership
Frontend: Flutter (Dart), JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, Responsive Design
Backend: Node.js, Express.js (or similar frameworks), RESTful API Design & Integration
Databases & Data
MongoDB (Atlas) – NoSQL/Document-Based
Relational: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB
Database Design, Schema Optimization, Query Performance
Cloud & Infrastructure
AWS (S3, EC2 basics, secure file storage)
Cloud-Native Architecture & Deployment
Azure, Kinsta, Render, Firebase
Development Practices & Tools
AI-Assisted Development (Claude Opus/Sonnet for architecture, code gen, optimization)
Git Version Control
Agile/Iterative Development
Performance Tuning, Security Best Practices, Scalable Systems Design
Frontend & Mobile
Cross-Platform Web & Mobile (Flutter focus)
React & JavaScript Ecosystems (prior proficiency)
Legacy & Complementary
PHP & LAMP/LEMP Stacks
WordPress / WooCommerce (Custom Plugins, Themes, API Extensions)
E-Commerce Integrations (Stripe, Payment Gateways, Amazon FBA/FBM)
Google Analytics, SEO, Advertising (Google Ads Certified)