Justin Latta

Senior Fullstack Engineer

Skilled software engineer with a wide array of experience; specializing in highly scalable applications.

About

Distinguished by a commitment to continuous learning and adaptability, I strive to excel as a software engineer. I constantly challenge myself to tackle increasingly intricate problems, dedicating time to mastering diverse frameworks and languages. Colleagues have acknowledged my proficiency in solving challenging issues that often perplex others. My specialization lies in reverse engineering complex problems and formulating optimal solutions. This passion and problem-solving acumen have paved the way for significant career opportunities, propelling me into a technical lead role at RAPID RTC and subsequently into a technical position with Laivly.

Seizing the chance to further advance my career, I embraced the role of Software Development Manager at Priceline. This opportunity allows me to collaborate with high-value clients, navigate comprehensive architectural challenges, and enhance my capabilities as a people manager.

Experience

  1. Mar 2022 — Present

    Software Development Manager - Priceline

    Priceline stands as a leading force in the Online Travel Agency industry. Transitioning from successful leadership roles overseeing multiple teams, I embraced the opportunity to join Priceline as a Software Development Manager. Central to my managerial philosophy is prioritizing the well-being and happiness of team members. In addition to fostering a people-centric environment, I cultivate trust and collaboration through hands-on involvement, occasionally diving into code when feasible. My current focus lies in enhancing the onboarding process for whitelabel partners, aiming to streamline integration and liberate developers from mundane tasks, thereby fostering a more agile and productive workflow.

    • JavaScript
    • Typescript
    • React
    • Node.js
    • Storybook
    • Kubernetes
    • Google cloud
  2. Aug 2020 — Mar 2022

    Lead Software Developer - Laivly
    Senior Software Developer

    Laivly is a tech startup focused on creating RPA solutions which use AI to come up with robust, accurate solutions to suit the call center industry. I started at Laivly as a senior software developer for one of the RPA teams. Due to diligent efforts, after a few months, I was moved onto a different team to assist in the creation of a new product that focused on the creation of a generic solution that is marketable to the masses.

    • JavaScript
    • Typescript
    • Node.js
    • Electron
    • AWS
    • Jenkins
  3. May 2020 - Aug 2020

    Senior Software Developer - Norima Consulting

    Norima consulting is a technology consultant based out of Winnipeg, Manitoba. We provide clients with highly skilled consultants who provide innovative solutions to technical problems. Note that I moved to Laivly on my own accord as I had a pending offer from them when I started with Norima.

    • C#
    • .NET
    • Azure Devops
  4. Jan 2019 — May 2020

    Senior Software Developer - RAPID RTC

    RAPID RTC is a leader in lead management software, assisting car dealerships across the globe to ensure that no lead goes unattended. Responsible for the development of the RAPID Real Time Communication suite of applications such as RAPID! Response and Chat. As lead of the team, I am responsible for ensuring code cuts offs are met, and that production deployments run smoothly.

    • C#
    • .NET
    • RabbitMQ
    • MSSQL
    • Azure Devops
  5. Oct 2013 - Jan 2019

    Computer Programmer/Analyst - MASC

    Worked on agricultural insurance and lending applications to move off legacy AS/400 and lotus systems onto a modern Microsoft stack. Starting on the team as a junior developer, I quickly moved into a position where I was able to assist and lead in the company’s migration. As our team lead acted as a scrum master, project manager, and product owner, I became responsible for mentoring the team on how to develop in a modern Microsoft stack.

    • JavaScript
    • C#
    • .NET
    • MSSQL
    • Azure Service Bus
    • REST
    • Azure

Projects

  • Infantry

    A project that's very close to my heart, this is a re-make of the '99 classic Infantry Online. Created from the ground up with Unreal Engine 5, this project has given me hands on experience with game development in C++ using perforce for source control.

    Infantry
  • Down to earth space cats

    Made for the Epic MegaJam 2019 project, collaborated with a team of 4 other developers to iterate quickly over the course of a week to come up with a fully playable game.

    Down to earth space cats
  • Ecwid google review scraper

    Created for a client, this plug-and-play component is iframed into a customers website to display a list of current reviews. Every day a github action kicks off which will scrape the customers website for reviews, automatically updating their HTML. Only billed 8 hours total, could easily be expanded on.

    Ecwid google review scraper