# Brandon Humboldt

> Full-stack engineer & founder with 8+ yrs experience across the stack. I build scalable systems quickly, write clean code, and help teams grow—always learning, always leveling up.

Location: Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/brandonhumboldt

Efficient and adaptable full-stack engineer with over eight years of experience developing scalable, high-performance web and mobile applications. Known for a strong foundation in TypeScript/JavaScript, Angular, Node.js, AWS, and PostgreSQL, with deep expertise in reactive and functional programming. 

Proven ability to lead teams, mentor developers, and drive technical excellence in fast-paced, agile environments. A startup founder and lifelong learner committed to continuous improvement for code quality and team growth. Adept at architecting end-to-end solutions and quickly mastering new tools and frameworks to meet evolving business needs.

## Work Experience
### Applied AI Software Engineer II @ YCharts
Jan 2026 – Present

### Full Stack Engineer @ CreativEngine
Jan 2022 – Present
* Developed and maintained full-stack web applications using Angular, ColdFusion, Node.js, and SQL Server
* Led the full rewrite of a major application from AngularJS to Angular 18, improving performance, maintainability, and user experience
* Worked asynchronously with a distributed team based in California while aligning with clients on the East Coast
* Contributed to both front-end and back-end architecture, ensuring seamless data integration and efficient API design
* Actively participated in planning and technical discussions to align product goals with implementation strategy

### Co-Founder @ Run Across America
Jan 2019 – Present
* Co-founded and led the company from the ground up, driving it to $2.5M+ in annual revenue with over 80,000 paying customers and a highly rated app that ranked in the top 10 of the iOS App Store for Health and Fitness
* Grew and managed a team of 7 full-time and 3 part-time employees, fostering a high-performance culture with strong morale and collaboration
* Mentored engineers, guiding them from beginners to proficient full-stack developers, improving both their skills and the overall quality of our codebase
* Architected and developed the full-stack mobile app and websites, leveraging Angular, Ionic/Cordova/Capacitor, Node.js, AWS, and BitRise CI/CD to support over 20,000 concurrent users, continuously evolving both our codebase and engineering capabilities
* Led product strategy and project management, from initial vision to implementation, including mockups, JIRA ticketing, and agile execution. Pioneered customer feedback systems to ensure continuous product improvement
* Managed customer service through ZenDesk, resolving issues related to product, fulfillment, and merchandise, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention

### Senior Software Engineer @ ManpowerGroup
Jan 2025 – Jan 2026 | Madison, Wisconsin, United States
* Developed scalable AI-powered web applications using Angular 18 and Nx monorepo architecture, integrating LLM APIs and intelligent UI features
* Collaborated with project managers and lead engineers to translate business requirements into technical specifications, define project scope, and deliver high-impact features on schedule
* Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on Angular best practices, clean architecture, coding standards, unit testing, and conducting thoughtful code reviews to ensure maintainability and performance
* Implemented modular and reusable UI components, optimized state management, and maintained high code quality across teams using Nx libraries and shared architecture patterns

### Senior Angular Engineer @ HeroDevs
Jan 2023 – Jan 2025
* Led the successful migration of multiple legacy applications from AngularJS to modern Angular with Nx, delivering scalable, maintainable, and performant solutions for enterprise clients
* Collaborated asynchronously with cross-functional teams distributed across multiple time zones, ensuring smooth communication and consistent progress
* Mentored junior and mid-level developers, conducted code reviews, and promoted best practices to elevate team productivity and code quality
* Partnered with the sales team to provide technical insights, helping shape proposals and identify client needs during the pre-sales process

### Senior Software Engineer @ Briebug
Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 | Madison, Wisconsin, United States
* Led the development of modern, mobile-responsive, full-stack web applications using Angular, Ionic, Node.js, NestJS, NgRx, AWS, and both SQL and NoSQL databases, with CI/CD best practices
* Mentored engineers on topics including Ionic, advanced Git workflows, Angular architecture, and scalable software design
* Designed robust and scalable relational data models for a wide range of client projects
* Collaborated directly with clients to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and ensure successful delivery of high-impact solutions

### Full Stack Developer @ Carepool
Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | Madison, Wisconsin Area
* Stepped in as a full-stack engineer to take over and complete a web application after a team transition; rebuilt and extended the backend and Angular frontend
* Collaborated directly with the founder to gather requirements, define priorities, and successfully bring the product to market
* Delivered a socially impactful platform that helps elderly and disabled users book transportation for medical appointments, leveraging AWS infrastructure for scalability

### CTO and Co-Founder @ YoEats Technologies Inc
Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 | Madison, Wisconsin Area
* Co-founded the company and led product and technology strategy from concept to deployment, building a full-stack platform (Angular, Xamarin.Forms, Node.js, AWS)
* Partnered directly with bar and restaurant operators to shape the product based on real operational needs and feedback
* Oversaw the integration of payment systems to streamline customer transactions with venues
* Drove user testing and live pilots, translating insights from real-world usage into product improvements and market readiness

### Software Developer @ Kiio Inc.
Jan 2018 – Jan 2019
* Contributed to the development of both mobile applications and websites, utilizing Angular, Xamarin.Android, and Xamarin.iOS to deliver seamless user experiences
* Collaborated closely with the product team to gather and translate requirements into functional, user-friendly features
* Partnered with senior engineers to re-architect significant portions of the mobile app, improving scalability and performance
* Gained hands-on experience in full-cycle development, from ideation to deployment, in a fast-paced team environment

### Software Development Engineer Intern @ Sony Creative Software
Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | Middleton, WI
* Collaborated with global teams to develop cross-platform software solutions for Mac and Windows, enhancing the user experience in the education sector
* Contributed to the development of a real-time collaboration tool, enabling seamless communication in educational environments
* Worked alongside senior engineers on innovative projects, including AI-powered features, gaining exposure to cutting-edge technologies
* Leveraged Xamarin.Mac, JavaScript, C++, and CI/CD tools to build robust, scalable applications

### Help Desk Lead @ Library Technology Group, UW-Madison
Jan 2014 – Jan 2017 | Madison, WI
* Led, trained, and mentored a team of help desk employees, fostering professional development and ensuring high-quality customer service across the UW-Madison library system
* Managed and prioritized a wide range of IT service requests, providing timely support to meet the diverse technical needs of library staff and students across campus
* Gained in-depth experience in IT operations and the management of technology infrastructure at a large institutional scale
* Played a key role in problem-solving and troubleshooting, ensuring smooth technology operations across multiple campus libraries


## Education
### Bachelor of Science - BS in Computer Science
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Jan 2014 – Jan 2018


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/brandon-humboldt-50751b150

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Last updated: 2026-03-22