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Hi.
I’m Miranda!<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Senior Web Platform Engineer<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Gist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Senior Web Platform Engineer (WordPress-focused)<\/strong> with 7+ years of experience designing, building, and maintaining scalable WordPress ecosystems. Strong background in custom Gutenberg block development, WooCommerce integrations, DevOps automation, and CI\/CD workflows. Certified ScrumMaster with proven experience mentoring developers, collaborating cross-functionally, and improving development efficiency through reusable architecture and tooling. Experienced in designing platform-level solutions that extend beyond CMS concerns, including automation tooling, deployment pipelines, and system integrations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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EXPERIENCE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

GH – Senior Developer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Architect and maintain custom WordPress themes and reusable Gutenberg block systems<\/strong>, establishing shared patterns used across multiple client platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Design and implement Docker-based local and CI environments<\/strong>, supporting Composer-driven dependency management and WP-CLI automation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Build and maintain CI\/CD pipelines (Bitbucket Pipelines)<\/strong> to automate plugin update checks, maintenance work\ufb02ows, and environment-speci\ufb01c deployments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Lead development of WooCommerce and Gravity Forms solutions<\/strong> supporting events, registrations, and e-commerce, including custom inventory logic, dynamic pricing, and conditional access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Implement and maintain REST API integrations<\/strong> between WordPress properties and external platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Con\ufb01gure and optimize NGINX and PHP-FPM environments<\/strong> on AWS (EC2, Lightsail, S3), improving performance and reliability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Mentor junior developers and interns through code reviews, architectural guidance, and onboarding support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Act as Scrum Master<\/strong> within Agile teams, contributing to sprint planning, technical scoping, and well-de\ufb01ned JIRA stories and acceptance criteria.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    GH Advertising – Developer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Introduced reusable patterns and tooling<\/strong> that later evolved into shared theme and block architectures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Developed and maintained custom WordPress websites<\/strong>, utilizing PHP, HTML5, CSS\/SCSS, and JavaScript to create responsive and user-friendly sites that met diverse client needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Collaborated with creative, media, strategy, and account teams<\/strong> to translate client requirements into functional websites, improving communication and delivery outcomes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Created and optimized HTML email templates and HTML5 digital banner ads<\/strong>, contributing to successful marketing campaigns and increased engagement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Assisted in con\ufb01guring and managing NGINX-based servers<\/strong> to support performance, reliability, and security. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Allegheny Conference – Web Developer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Performed backend and front-end development<\/strong>, maintaining and updating company and a\ufb03liate websites and intranet systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Implemented and monitored Google Analytics,<\/strong> collaborating with internal teams to support campaigns aimed at increasing user traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Ensured sites were responsive and browser-compatible <\/strong>across devices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Registered and renewed domain names and managed website hosting<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Developed sites using SEO best practices<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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        Additional Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Heartland ESCI – Graphic Design Manager<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        I worked as a graphic design manager at Heartland ECSI while obtaining my web degree. During my time, I created marketing campaigns, print ads, newsletters, and company style guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        New Perspective – Freelancer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        I worked as a freelance motion graphics assistant for an advertising agency in Pittsburgh. Projects I got to work on include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Pittsburgh Pirates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • PPG Paints<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • DICK’S Sporting Goods<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • WELCH’S All Natural Jams<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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