# Cole Milne

> Software Engineer

Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/colemilne

Full-stack software engineer specializing in scaling web applications and transforming system reliability. I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and entrepreneurial success, having built and managed systems serving 100,000+ users and processing millions of records.

At Pointr (acquired by EarthWise Pet), I led critical system improvements that eliminated recurring failures and streamlined operations. As founder of The Milne Empire, I've architected solutions for diverse clients while scaling an e-commerce platform to $1M+ in revenue. At Hatchery, I've helped architect a sophisticated financial analytics platform, implementing comprehensive third-party integrations. My experience at Zoot Enterprises involved developing secure credit decisioning systems for the world’s largest financial institutions and retail corporations.

I excel in:
-Architecting and developing full-stack applications across multiple technology stacks
-Implementing efficient CI/CD processes and establishing development best practices
-Creating sophisticated platforms with third-party integrations
-Managing complete system lifecycles and complex infrastructure

Currently focused on developing innovative SaaS solutions at Hatchery while continuing to drive technological advancement through select entrepreneurial ventures. Montana State University graduate (BS Computer Science, Data Science Minor) with highest honors.

## Work Experience
### Software Engineer @ Loma
Jan 2025 – Present | San Francisco, California, United States

### CEO and Founder @ The Milne Empire
Jan 2020 – Present
- Built and scaled e-commerce platform processing over $5M in revenue
- Developed custom growth features including automated multi-vendor marketplace system
- Implemented user-focused features and integrations leading to significant business growth
- Led development of various client projects focusing on user acquisition and retention
- Built custom fundraising platform for a movie

### Software Engineer @ Hatchery
Jan 2023 – Jan 2025

### Software Engineer @ EarthWise Pet Franchise
Jan 2024 – Jan 2025

### Software Engineer @ Pointr: the pet software that pays you back
Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 | Bozeman, Montana, United States

### Software Engineer @ Zoot Enterprises
Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Bozeman, Montana, United States

### Software Engineer @ Zoot Enterprises
Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 | Bozeman, Montana, United States
I help develop advanced origination, acquisition, and decision management software for some of the largest organizations in the world.

### Data Science Private Tutor @ Unknown
Jan 2022 – Jan 2023

### Software Engineer @ Defense Distributed
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021
- Independently developed and deployed a comprehensive Know Your Customer (KYC) verification system using the MEAN stack, integrating Jumio's identity verification API to ensure regulatory compliance

- Successfully refactored complex React and Angular applications to vanilla JavaScript and jQuery to improve maintainability and align with team expertise, while preserving full functionality

- Collaborated closely with senior software engineer to implement best practices in web development, participating in regular code reviews and technical mentorship sessions

- Demonstrated full-stack proficiency by architecting both frontend interfaces and backend services, managing the complete development lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment

### Technician @ Radioshack of Bozeman
Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Bozeman, Montana, United States

### Software Engineer @ Forex League
Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | Remote
● Developed cross-platform mobile application prototype using Ionic framework, TypeScript, and SASS
● Built real-time chatroom feature as core functionality of the trading community platform
● Created and implemented sales funnel strategy that increased conversion rates and revenue
● Led weekly progress reviews with CEO, presenting new features and gathering feedback for iterations


## Education
### Bachelor of Science - BS in Computer Science and Data Science (Minor)
Montana State University-Bozeman
Jan 2019 – Jan 2023


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/colemilne
- Website: https://www.colemilne.com/

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Last updated: 2026-03-20