Emily Portalatín-Méndez

Award-Winning Technology Professional
New York, US.

About

An award-winning Technology Professional and aspiring Master of Science candidate with a proven track record in software development, AI, blockchain, and data science. Emily excels at leading cross-functional teams, spearheading innovative projects, and driving significant productivity enhancements. Her expertise spans full-stack development, complex system architecture, and strategic project management, making her an ideal candidate for senior technical and leadership roles in dynamic tech environments.

Skills

Frameworks, Languages, & Libraries

HTML5, TailwindCSS/SASS, JavaScript, Go/GoLang, HardHat, NextJS, NodeJS, ReactJS, Redux, React Native, Python, Solidity, Supabase/Firebase, TensorFlow, TypeScript, Zod.

Programming Tools & Platforms

CoPilot, Digital Ocean, Docker, Git, GitHub, GitLab, JIRA/Confluence, Figma, Canva, Chrome, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Google Gemini, Google CoLab, Netlify, Node Package Manager (NPM), Microsoft Suite, Mixtral, Replit, MacOS, iOS, ServiceNow, Windows, Wordpress, Vercel/VO, Visual Studio Code.

Education

Baruch College, City University of New York

Master of Science

Information Systems (Cyber Security Concentration)

City University of New York, Lehman College

Bachelor of Arts (Cum Laude)

Computer Science

Work

Club Crochet
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Web Developer (Part-Time, Contract)

Summary

Currently leading web development initiatives for Club Crochet, translating design concepts into high-impact, functional web pages and components while enhancing team communication and resource integration.

Highlights

Delivered 3 major web projects within 1 month, transforming complex design concepts into highly functional and visually appealing web pages and components.

Managed project deliverables directly with the Founder/CEO, Operations Manager, and Lead Web Developer, ensuring seamless design plan execution and strategic alignment.

Established comprehensive resources, integrations, and documentation for new projects, significantly enhancing communication and collaboration across teams.

Evrica Technologies, Inc.
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Technology Manager (Full-Time, Contract)

Summary

Currently managing technology development for integrated blockchain solutions in a SaaS web application, focusing on compliance, cross-functional team leadership, and AI-driven productivity.

Highlights

Oversaw development of integrated blockchain technologies within a SaaS web application, leveraging NextJS & TypeScript to deliver custom compliance solutions.

Managed a cross-functional, international team using Agile & SCRUM methodologies, ensuring efficient and collaborative project execution for complex software initiatives.

Spearheaded the integration of AI-driven software development practices into the engineering culture, resulting in a +50% productivity boost within one quarter.

Constructed user stories based on client feedback and R&D for the web app platform, significantly enhancing user experience and platform functionality.

Established comprehensive team resources, onboarding documentation, and workflow processes for CI/CD pipeline management, optimizing development cycles.

City University of New York, Lehman College
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Lead Tutor, Computer Science Lab (Part-Time)

Summary

Led computer science tutoring, applying effective teaching strategies to achieve high student retention and foster strong foundational understanding across various programming languages.

Highlights

Applied DRY Principles, Comprehensive Testing Program (CTP), and other programming/teaching strategies, achieving an 89.9% student retention rate.

Supported Computer Science Lab directors by tutoring over 25 students per semester in core computer science courses.

Fostered strong understanding and application of key concepts in Python, Java, HTML/CSS, and JavaScript among diverse student groups.

NASA | National Aeronautics & Space Administration
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Software Web Developer III, Sure Secure Solutions (Full-Time)

Summary

Developed and managed web solutions impacting over 50,000 NASA database users, streamlined communications, and created training materials for junior developers.

Highlights

Contributed to project deliverables for the Office of NASA End-User Services for Innovation & Transformation (NEST), impacting over 50,000+ NASA database users.

Managed distributed ServiceNow communications, resolving 25+ support tickets per month while actively contributing to user story developments.

Developed comprehensive onboarding and training materials for junior developers, introducing agile methodologies and software engineering best practices.

Bold Motive Group
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Technology Manager

Summary

Managed technology initiatives, contributing to significant research in deep learning and biomimicry.

Highlights

Published research on 'Deep Learning with Biomimicry' in 2019 to MIT Press & Media Labs.

Urban Engine
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Director of Operations

Summary

Directed operational activities, notably managing a large-scale international challenge with significant global reach.

Highlights

Managed the International NASA Space Apps Challenge, achieving over 48 million views worldwide.

Arkham Storage, Inc.
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Lead Software Engineer (Full-Time, Contract)

Summary

Directed business development, technical documentation, and team onboarding processes to ensure successful market launch for a startup.

Highlights

Directed business development, technical documentation, and team onboarding processes, driving startup success during initial market launch.

Utilized JavaScript, React.js, and Electron for Desktop App development via GitHub and Google Cloud platforms to achieve company goals.

Essnova Solutions
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IT Systems Analyst

Summary

Analyzed IT systems, specializing in geospatial information systems within ServiceNow instances.

Highlights

Managed geospatial information systems analytics within ServiceNow instances.

5 Star Signals Int'l
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InfoTech Manager

Summary

Managed information technology for a financial education startup, focusing on novel services for underbanked communities.

Highlights

Managed information technology for a financial education startup, developing novel services for underbanked communities.

Projects

Social Distancing App

Summary

A computer vision model detecting and classifying objects in real-time.

Splytto Blockchain Dapp

Summary

Decentralized app for splitting crypto using Canva for design and ReactJS, NextJS, and Solidity for codebase.

Pixel Parker

Summary

Designed and deployed a digital portfolio based on a fictional superhero character.

Team Empower

Summary

Bridging the disclosure gap between two Brooklyn community boards and their communities with ReactJS.

Trust Score

Summary

Designed to bring transparency and reliability to reputation systems using blockchain technology.

Wordle App

Summary

Created a mini version of the Wordle application.

Evrica Intelligence Demo

Summary

Governance for both business and personal asset management. Designed the public-facing and internal platform user interface utilizing NextJS & TailwindCSS.

EcoBuddy.io

Summary

Job search engine that utilizes AI and blockchain to process job listings & manage career growth for tech professionals.

Pokédex

Summary

A search app for Pokémon statistics.

Publications

Enhancing Urban Data Analysis through Large Language Models: A Case Study with NYC 311 Service Requests

Published by

Human LLM Interaction. HRI-24 Workshop

Summary

A case study on utilizing Large Language Models for urban data analysis, specifically with NYC 311 service requests.

Deep Learning with Biomimicry

Published by

Journal of Design and Science (MIT Press & Media Labs)

Summary

A publication exploring the intersection of deep learning and biomimicry principles.

Certificates

Google Project Management Certificate

Issued By

Google

Agile Project Management

Issued By

Unknown

Responsible Conduct of Research

Issued By

Unknown

Fundamentals of Deep Learning with NVIDIA

Issued By

NVIDIA

Node.js

Issued By

Unknown

React Native

Issued By

Unknown

API Development

Issued By

Unknown

Scripting in ServiceNow Fundamentals

Issued By

ServiceNow

JavaScript Data Structures & Algorithms (300 Hours of Coursework)

Issued By

Unknown

Awards

CUNY Lehman College Dean's List

Awarded By

CUNY Lehman College

Achieved for earning 12 or more credits with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.5 or above.

17th Annual Student Scholars Conference

Awarded By

Office of Prestigious Awards and Student Research Advisory Board, Lehman College

Awarded for 'Best Oral Presentation' at the 17th Annual Student Scholars Conference.

IEEE Women in Services Computing

Awarded By

IEEE

Recognized for a commitment to growing the technical community of women in services computing worldwide.

Presidential Scholar

Awarded By

Lehman College

Designation for students meeting all qualifications and exceeding GPA requirements.

Blackstone Launchpad Pitch Competition

Awarded By

Blackstone Launchpad

Grand Prize Winner in Pitching Competition, demonstrating EcoBuddy.io - an AI job search tool.

ETH New York City Hackathon

Awarded By

ETH New York City Hackathon

Sponsored Winner in global competition for building Splytto blockchain app.

Blackstone IDEAS Competition

Awarded By

Blackstone

Campus-Round Winner in Pitching Competition, demonstrating leadership and public speaking skills.

HudsonAlpha Tech Challenge

Awarded By

HudsonAlpha

Grand Prize Winner for designing and programming a Biometric Authentication Blockchain Solution.