Mallory Allen
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Senior Software Developer with over 8 years of experience at top tech companies like Shopify and Coursera. Skilled in building and scaling web applications using React, GraphQL, Typescript, Node.js, and more. I bring a broad range of front and back-end expertise, consistently delivering high-quality solutions. Experienced in leading projects, mentoring teams, and thriving in fast-paced environments. Passionate about creating impactful, user-centric experiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
VR Asset Developer
Self Employed
12.2023 - Current
- Created, marketed, and sold prefab assets on online marketplaces aimed at the social VR platform VRChat.
- Wrote scripts in C# using a subset of Unity features supported by the platform.
- Created 2D and 3D art using Blender, Substance, and Unity.
- Wrote custom shaders using Unity's ShaderLab and Amplify Shader Editor.
Senior Software Developer
Coursera
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Developed frontend features with React, GraphQL, and Typescript.
- Worked with teams to integrate components smoothly into existing systems.
- Managed project timelines to deliver high-quality code on schedule.
- Reviewed code to maintain standards and improve quality.
Staff Developer
Shopify
10.2015 - 08.2022
- Helped build and maintain front-end platform technologies, integrating a universal React application with a legacy stack.
- Developed apps while mentoring junior team members, fostering growth and providing technical guidance.
- Created and advocated for exceptional UX experiences and best practices in frontend technologies.
- Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex issues, and provided constructive feedback through regular code reviews.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation and facilitated knowledge sharing across teams.
- Designed, pitched, and planned projects, contributing to overall product quality and team success.
Consultant Web Developer
Baby Brands Gift Club
05.2014 - 08.2018
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, and scoped out projects.
- Built and maintained fullstack PHP-based MVC applications.
- Developed AngularJS frontend applications and JQuery UI plugins.
- Designed frontend assets and logos.
Education
College Diploma - Computer Programming
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON2014
Skills
- API Integration
- Front-end Frameworks
- Testing and debugging
- Web application development
- Code Review
- Mentoring
- Version Control
- Project Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Personal Projects
- VRChat Assets: Creator and seller of custom VRChat assets with a variety of prefabs for the community.
- Maru's Arcade (VRChat): Built and maintained a VRChat world featuring 10+ fully functional arcade cabinets. The world has attracted over 500,000 visits and 27,000+ favorites.
- Crystal Defenders (VRChat): Created a VR tower defense game with over 600,000 visits and 35,000+ favorites.
- Music Production: Produced original music tracks for various personal projects, incorporating electronic, rock, and ambient styles.
- Gamejams: Developed a gamejam game using Godot, combining fast-paced action with quirky visuals and retro music. Developed VR experiences for jams using Unity.
Timeline
VR Asset Developer
Self Employed
12.2023 - Current
Senior Software Developer
Coursera
08.2022 - 03.2023
Staff Developer
Shopify
10.2015 - 08.2022
Consultant Web Developer
Baby Brands Gift Club
05.2014 - 08.2018
College Diploma - Computer Programming
Algonquin College
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