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Tahjyei Thompson

Software Engineer

Experienced software engineer with a focus on data analysis, machine learning, and building performant data pipelines. I adapt to diverse technical challenges and deliver impactful solutions.

Jamaica / Remote
Role Flexibility

One Engineer, Many Roles

I adapt to the needs of each project. Select a role to see my relevant skills and experience tailored for that position.

Frontend Developer

Crafting beautiful, accessible user interfaces with modern frameworks

Core Skills

CSSHTMLJavaScriptNext.jsReactSassTailwind CSSTypeScriptVue.js

Skills Arsenal

A comprehensive toolkit built over years of tackling diverse challenges across the software engineering spectrum.

Programming Languages
C#70%
CSS95%
HTML95%
JavaScript95%
Python85%
Sass85%

+3 more skills

Libraries & Frameworks
.NET70%
Apache Airflow80%
Apache Kafka75%
Apache Spark80%
Django75%
LangChain75%

+7 more skills

Tools & Platforms
Algolia85%
AWS (S3, EC2, Lambda)80%
Docker80%
Figma80%
Firebase80%
Git95%

+7 more skills

Database Tools
MySQL80%
PostgreSQL85%
Redshift75%
Snowflake80%
Data Engineering

Battle History

Every mission has shaped me into the engineer I am today. Here's the journey so far.

Data Engineer

Intellibus
Current
Apr 2025 - Present
Remote

Conducting audits and optimizing data pipelines for improved data quality and accessibility.

  • Conducted audits of existing database practices, identifying areas for improvement in data modeling, pipeline efficiency, and data governance
  • Refined and optimized data pipelines to improve data quality, reduce processing times, and enhance data accessibility for downstream analytical purposes
  • Contributed to the design and implementation of data solutions, ensuring adherence to best practices for data integrity and system performance

Software Engineer

RealDecoy
Oct 2023 - Apr 2025
Jamaica / Remote

Building and shipping high-quality production code for diverse clients.

  • Build and ship high-quality, robust production code for a diverse array of projects for clients including VM Wealth, Grace Kennedy Insurance, SoftwareSecured and more
  • Work alongside creative directors to lead the research, development, and architecture of technical solutions to fulfill business requirements
  • Collaborate with designers, project managers, and other engineers to transform creative concepts into refined digital experiences at an agile cadence

Associate Software Engineer

RealDecoy
Apr 2022 - Oct 2023
Jamaica / Remote

Started journey at RealDecoy building foundations in enterprise software development.

  • Developed and maintained client-facing web applications
  • Collaborated with senior engineers on complex technical solutions
  • Participated in agile ceremonies and contributed to sprint planning

Software Developer

Radeos Technologies
Nov 2021 - Apr 2022
Jamaica

Led enhancements for Laravel-based backend and React frontend applications.

  • Led enhancements for a Laravel-based backend and React frontend application, solidifying platform performance
  • Successfully propelled order processing speeds, leveraging feature optimization and meticulous code refactor
  • Strategically reduced warehouse errors by pinpointing and rectifying system bottlenecks and bugs

Featured Projects

A selection of projects where I've made meaningful impact, from concept to deployment.

VM Wealth Digital Platform

VM Wealth Digital Platform

Led the frontend development of a comprehensive digital wealth management platform with complex financial dashboards and real-time portfolio tracking.

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Grace Kennedy Insurance Portal

Grace Kennedy Insurance Portal

Developed a modern insurance portal with policy management, claims processing, and customer self-service features focused on accessibility.

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Media Presence Analytics SaaS

Media Presence Analytics SaaS

Built a SaaS platform for tracking and analyzing media presence across multiple channels with real-time data visualization.

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Data Pipeline Optimization

Data Pipeline Optimization

Architected and optimized ETL pipelines processing millions of records daily, reducing processing time by 60%.

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Accessibility Component Library

Accessibility Component Library

Created a comprehensive React component library with WCAG 2.1 AA compliance including 50+ accessible components.

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Personal Portfolio

Personal Portfolio

This portfolio website built with Next.js, featuring dynamic role-based resume generation and markdown case studies.

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Education

The foundation of knowledge that powers my engineering journey.

University of the West Indies

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Minor in Economics

Sep 2017 - Jun 2021

Beyond the Code

When I'm not morphing into different engineering roles, you can find me enjoying these pursuits.

GamingEnjoying video games across various platforms
Manga/ManhwaReading Japanese manga and Korean manhwa
MusicalsOccasional musical theater enthusiast
MoviesFilm appreciation across genres
Power RangersLifelong fan of the morphin heroes