# Alea✪ V. > Front-End Developer | Tech Educator | Accessibility Advocate Location: Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/aleav As a Lead Front End Developer and Accessibility Advocate, I specialize in building accessible, user-focused, code that align with both business goals and technical best practices. I have a strong foundation in JavaScript frameworks (Angular, Vue, React), HTML semantics, and CSS/SCSS and enjoy sharing my knowledge and mentoring junior developers. I often serve as a bridge between design, product, and engineering teams by translating complex concepts into a language each team can understand respectively. I establish processes to ensure accessibility is prioritized from the start of every project. I perform in-depth accessibility audits, implement WCAG 508 compliant code, and actively educate teams on best practices to include accessibility into every stage of the development lifecycle. I challenge outdated workflows and champion sustainable, scalable solutions that serve all users. Whether it's simplifying complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders or driving accessibility-first development, I bring a thoughtful, proactive approach to front end development and team leadership. ## Work Experience ### Lead Software Engineer @ Booz Allen Hamilton Jan 2023 – Present Helped maintain and enhanced a large React application for Recreation.gov within an agile environment, contributing to feature development and internal component library improvements Ensured Section 508 compliance across new features by collaborating daily with cross-functional teams, proactively adjusting code to meet accessibility standards Introduced accessibility to design teams process by attending design meetings and sharing accessibility insights. Added accessibility annotations to finalized designs before they were given to developers to help provide further instructions on how to make features 508 compliant Conducted comprehensive accessibility audits on Recreation.gov using various tools and screen readers like NVDA, VoiceOver and JAWS. After the audits, adjusted code to not only meet WCAG 2.2 guidelines but also implemented best practices to provide a better experience to users with disabilities Identified and remediated accessibility issues in PDF tickets and facility instructions that were emailed to end users Researched and stayed up to date on the latest trends and technologies in web accessibility, such as assistive devices, best practices, and testing tools. Trained developers on WCAG standards and accessibility best practices, helping teams deliver more accessible features Lead a comprehensive mobile accessibility audit for Android and iOS applications, identifying any critical usability barriers for assistive technologies. Worked with mobile developers to deliver clear, WCAG aligned remediation strategies, improving the overall accessibility and user experience of the mobile app ### Lead Software Engineer @ Booz Allen Hamilton Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 | Remote Upgraded and revised the USWDS Angular component library and scaffold from Angular 11 to 14. This involved rewriting significant portions of the library to adapt to the latest Angular and USWDS breaking changes Developed a "Featured Component" section on the Developer Portal homepage utilizing React and MUI, providing a more engaging user experience Produced user guides and comprehensive documentation for the Angular and React scaffolds, facilitating easier onboarding for internal users of the service Enhanced accessibility features for the Software Solutions Developer Portal by implementing updates to specific areas and educating team members on web accessibility practices ### Lead Front End Developer @ ForUsAll Jan 2022 – Jan 2022 | remote Lead a team of developers in building out a custom component library and design system. Lead meetings, groomed tickets, reviewed code, discussed requirements with head of design and helped code components Started the initiative and helped the build out of the component library using React, Vite, Storybook, SASS, and Jest. Created guidelines and documentation on how to install and use the component library in different company apps Built out theming capabilities to allow company to have a light and dark theme using SASS mixins, variables, and functions Created accessibility guidelines documentation and showed front end developers how to implement best practices in regards to web accessibility ### Front End Engineer @ ForUsAll Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Remote Built custom component library using React, Vite, SCSS, Jest and Storybook Actively worked on adjusting any web accessibility issues to help main web application become compliant Took initiative in getting standards put into place for front end development team to help everyone work faster and have concrete rules to follow ### Senior Frontend Developer @ Fringe - Startup Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Remote Created custom components for UI component library using React, React Hooks and styled components Built unit tests using react testing library Created web accessibility guideline document to instruct how to build out code to allow screen readers and keyboard only users be able to interact with the Fringe marketplace ### Front End Lead @ VAE, Inc. Jan 2018 – Jan 2021 | Remote Built out custom UI component library using Angular content projection to create custom reusable components. This helped dramatically decrease the time it took to create new features and helped keep a consistent look throughout the web application Recommended and built out Storybook.js in the application, allowing developers and designers to have one central place to view our internal style guide and component library. Created a versatile color theme under a tight deadline using SASS mixins, functions and variables. The code is easy to adjust allowing for color changes and additions as necessary as the application grows Researched and implemented CSS library in early stages of web app. This resulted in giving the app a more consistent look in early stages and allowed developers to use pre-styled elements Helped teach junior developers basic HTML/CSS and Angular principles. This helped get them up to speed faster when working in the app Standardized styling syntax and improved overall styling code by implementing SASS and creating reusable style classes, css grids, and components. This resulted in developers having to spend less time working on styles, cleaner code that is easy to read, and reducing stylesheet sizes. Played a large role in helping the UX/UI design department in finalizing designs as well as helping create designs and wireframes as necessary. Resulting in features being able to move into development faster. ### Sr. Frontend (contract) @ The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 | Washington D.C. Metro Area Built Vue.js widgets that were integrated into headless CMS software Used HTML, CSS, JavaScript and JQuery to update and clean up existing legacy code Researched and provided suggestions on multiple front-end frameworks to replace Bootstrap CSS 3 implementation ### Lead UX Front End Developer @ WireWheel.io Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 Worked with an Agile team to build a suite of SaaS products using a Vue, Feathers, Node, MongoDB stack and Vuetify CSS front end framework Interviewed potential UX/UI designers helping the company decide on who was the best fit for what was needed at the time Rewrote coding challenge for company resulting in more successful interviews Lead front end development using Vue, Vuetify, and Javascript to create custom theme for the company to use in every product developed Designed and built animations and icons using Sketch, Inkscape and Haiku.ai Took the initiative to step into UX designer role to create designs for new products, lessening confusion for the team on what was being built Added CSS animations and transitions as well as Vue transitions to give web products a more polished look ### Software Engineer @ Booz Allen Hamilton Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | Washington D.C. Metro Area Connected project website to third party API services such as Neutrino, Alexa and Virus Total using Axios Updated front-end and UI using Bootstrap and LESS creating a better and more clear user experience Supported project coming to a close by creating multiple complex SQL scripts to be run by the client Wrote software development life cycle documentation to present to team and implemented new Agile workflow resulting in less confusion during sprints Researched open source software including Graylog, ELK, and Fluentd, to provide free alternatives to Splunk for client Used Jmeter to perform a variety of performance tests on myUSCIS website Designed and developed new web page with RESTful routes and CRUD functionality to run custom made CRON jobs Worked with a team using Agile methodologies to continually update and improve Cyber4Sight Portal website using the MEAN stack ### Full Stack Developer @ Sustain Creativity (failed startup) Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 | Gaithersburg, MD Created custom e-commerce websites for clients using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and Liquid Implemented source control by introducing Git and Github into development team workflow and training team on how to use it Communicated with clients directly to development Shopify website based on specific needs Helped create a more organized work flow by implementing Agile methodologies and trained team on new Agile practices Built Shopify themes with Bootstrap and Liquid to speed up the turnaround time for website completion Designed wireframes for internal and client use using Lucidchart Built templates or themes using PSDs created by a designer ### Full Stack Projects @ General Assembly Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 | Washington D.C. Metro Area Created website using AngularJS, MeteorJS, MongoDB, SASS, and NodeJS that allows users to search for and create locations for restaurants that are hard to find or hole in the wall type places Created mock dating website with Ruby on Rails with the ability for users to signup and create a profile with the information being saved to a postgresql database Designed and develop personal website using bootstrap, html/css, and javascript/jquery functions Built responsive interactive website using MongoDB, Express and Node.js with two other developers allowing users to login and comment on different DC metro stations Used git and github for version control both individually and on teams Developed single page website that used RESTful routes to connect to a local music API, used Devise authentication to allow users to sign up and sign in, and allowed the admin user to use CRUD functionality in creating new data. ### DBA / SQL Developer @ Oil Price Information Service Jan 2013 – Jan 2015 | Gaithersburg, MD Create, build and restructure architecture for databases helping create faster and more efficient ways to retrieve and store the data Backup and restore databases through SSMS GUI and custom built SQL queries Optimize database performance by creating appropriate indexes, updating statistics on tables, and rewriting old stored procedures Build and maintain replication of tables across databases and servers Make internal reports using SSRS Implement and enforce new rules for proper testing before production deployment Help projects transition into using Agile Management Document business processes and create flow charts of existing database structures Create training materials for new hires with limited exposure to SQL Design, plan, and implement stored procedures and views used by public facing websites and internal applications Make SSIS packages that are executed manually or with a job through SSMS Create users and roles with the appropriate access to the database depending on what is needed Lead technical meetings discussing which tasks each team member will be working on and what they need in order to finish the task for each sprint Teach basic SQL classes for new project managers Explain source control practices and TFS using Visual Studio to other employees Continue to learn new programming languages and software to provide a larger role in projects Work closely with QA manager to ensure products are thoroughly tested before being deployed to production Worked on up to five projects at one time with groups of 2-4 people in each project ### Database Systems Analyst (contract) @ Promontory Financial Group, LLC Jan 2012 – Jan 2013 | Washington, DC Encrypted and uploaded confidential files into CRM cloud software Salesforce for client and financial analysts Secured, corrected or re-uploaded files including corrupted or missing files into Salesforce Troubleshoot issues regarding files or authorization rights for financial analysts using Salesforce Modified and executed Perl scripts to manipulate files in database Manipulated and updated data into Salesforce with Apex Data Loader Generated excel reports through Salesforce for financial analysts Remotely logged into multiple servers to retrieve and send files to client and financial analysts Coordinate with other divisions in the IT department to troubleshoot problems or to provide project information to clients Wrote and updated processes documenting regarding changes to the project ### Financial Assistant @ Schneider & Associates, LLC Jan 2011 – Jan 2012 | Bethesda Perform quality control processes to clean up duplicate, expired, or corrupted data Updated Windows XP and Windows 7 security updates as needed Gave step by step instructions to clients over the phone on how to set up their NetX360 account Assisted in resetting clients NetX360 passwords Installed and updated financial software every month on computers running Windows XP Managed stock trades for clients under supervision of manager Processed confidential financial information for clients using the software programs Vision2020 and NetX360 Updated client profile information using the software ACT Changed laser printer toners throughout the office as needed ### Accounting Assistant @ Connor&Loubier CPAs Jan 2010 – Jan 2011 Removed viruses from office computers by downloading and using Spybot Search & Destroy Administrated the organization’s public website Successfully removed paper jams and changed rollers on laser printers Installed Fujitsu scanner drivers and software on office computer Developed, implemented and managed an electronic filing system for the company’s “paperless” initiative resulting in lower overhead costs and less environmental waste Managed and reconciled client payroll, tax returns, accounts payable and accounts receivable using QuickBooks Created, implemented and managed standard operating procedures for billing invoices Produced, edited and sent engagement letters and official documentation for clients and company affiliates Processed confidential information in accordance with the organization’s confidentiality policy and privacy standards Managed internal and external meetings with clients at all levels of the organization ## Education ### B.S. in Business Administration Morgan State University ### UX Designer Certificate General Assembly ### Full Stack Development in web development General Assembly ### International Business University of Maryland ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/aleavikraman --- Source: https://flows.cv/aleav JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/aleav/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-05