# Dallas H. > Senior Software Engineer at DEPT, Executive Director of NH Turtle Rescue Location: Nottingham, New Hampshire, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/dallash With over a decade of experience building scalable full-stack web applications, I thrive on solving complex technical challenges and delivering impactful software solutions. Beyond engineering, my true passion lies in conservation; protecting critical habitats and the wildlife that depend on them. I'm the founder of New Hampshire Turtle Rescue, a nonprofit wildlife rehabilitation center focused on native turtle species, and serve on the Nottingham Conservation Commission, where I help guide local environmental stewardship efforts. I believe in using technology and community engagement to drive meaningful change. ## Work Experience ### Executive Director @ NH Turtle Rescue Jan 2022 – Present New Hampshire Turtle Rescue incorporated as a nonprofit organization in December 2022. I serve as the Executive Director to guide the organization in its mission to rehabilitate, educate the public about, and conduct scientific research in support of native turtle populations. ### Co-Founder @ NH Turtle Rescue Jan 2022 – Present | Nottingham, New Hampshire, United States Licensed wildlife rehabilitator in New Hampshire. Founded NH Turtle Rescue which focuses on turtle rehabilitation. ### Senior Software Engineer @ DEPT® Jan 2022 – Present | New Hampshire, United States ### Senior Software Engineer (via DEPT®) @ Alice L. Walton School of Medicine Jan 2025 – Jan 2025 Engineer for the AWSOM project, a website redesign for the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine in Arkansas. Delivered a highly flexible and scalable CMS architecture under a tight timeline to empower the content management team with granular control over site updates. Collaborated closely with designers to implement a visually rich and conceptually advanced front-end experience, balancing creative vision with performance and accessibility. Engineered application to support dynamic content structures and future-proof the platform for evolving institutional needs, utilizing technologies including Next, Typescript, React, and Contentful. ### Senior Software Engineer (via DEPT®) @ LENZ Therapeutics Jan 2025 – Jan 2025 Began development on the LENZ DSA, an iPad application used by the LENZ Therapeutics sales team to present product information and engage with healthcare professionals. Built the front-end using Nuxt.js and Vue, optimizing for performance and usability in a field sales environment. Following the success of the DSA, led the full-scale development of the LENZ Therapeutics public website, expanding the same Vue/Nuxt.js framework to support broader product exploration and brand storytelling. Architected a flexible, content-driven platform to support the launch of VIZZ™, ensuring scalability, accessibility, and alignment with LENZ’s commercialization goals. ### Senior Software Engineer (via DEPT®) @ Moody's Corporation Jan 2023 – Jan 2025 Utilized extensive datasets to develop and optimize complex financial applications, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in data processing and analysis. Performed full stack development using PostgreSQL, AWS Lambdas, Next.js, and other technologies. ### Senior Software Engineer (via DEPT®) @ Algorand Technologies Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 Participated in the original team developing an open-source application utilizing Algorand blockchain technologies. Leveraged this base application to implement tailored solutions for various companies, addressing their unique needs. Continuously enhanced the original application by creating new features inspired by these use cases. ### Senior Software Engineer @ Rocket Insights (now DEPT®) Jan 2019 – Jan 2022 | Newburyport, MA Full stack development ### Software Engineer (via Rocket Insights) @ Framework Homeownership Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 Led development of an internal admin application for Framework, designed to support operational teams managing customer engagement and educational content. Built using React, Node.js, Firebase, and React Testing Library, the application streamlined workflows and improved data visibility across departments. Collaborated with the broader team to develop a public-facing website offering homeownership education courses. Focused on delivering a responsive, accessible, and scalable platform to empower first-time and first-generation homeowners with the tools and knowledge needed for informed decision-making. ### Software Engineer (via Rocket Insights) @ Bose Corporation Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 ### Software Engineer (via Rocket Insights) @ GCP Applied Technologies Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 ### Software Engineer (via Rocket Insights) @ Goldfinch Bio Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 ### Integrations Developer @ Left Hook Digital Jan 2015 – Jan 2019 | Durham, NH • Building custom internal and public web applications utilizing the MERN stack. • Project management; scoping opportunities, creating proposals, managing ongoing client communication, architecture of desired deliverables, and development of end-product. • Developing integration solutions for SaaS clients on a variety of automation platforms (i.e., Zapier, Microsoft Flow, etc.). • Client consultations on API architecture and design, and workflow engineering. • Implementing front-end development solutions using React, CSS, HTML, and JavaScript. • Collaborating with a small team of developers on larger-scale projects. • Programming for over 100 different web APIs. Previous: • Directing website creation and content management for clients. • Building custom themes and plugins to fit client needs using PHP. • Training and management of employees and interns. ### Web Development and Marketing Assistant @ JSR Merchandising Jan 2014 – Jan 2015 | Dover, NH • Implementing CSS, HTML, and JavaScript for the company website, e-commerce platform and blog. • Executing advertising campaigns to reach marketing objectives. • Commencing and operating multiple e-commerce web apps (Amazon, Ebay, etc.) and directing substantial subscriber-based promotions ("Monthly Metal"). • Maintaining client web stores and the company website on the Magento e-commerce platform. • Management of company's social media platforms and online presence. • Performing large scale data entry and synchronization within a multi-agent system. • Assisting customers, new employees and clients online and in-person. ### Assistant Director of Admissions @ The Art Institutes Jan 2013 – Jan 2014 | San Francisco Bay Area • Collected data and forecasted projections for comprehensive analysis. • Managed inquiries; conducted interviews with qualified candidates seeking enrollment. • Completed a wide range of administrative duties from communicating with other schools to collecting and processing a variety of paperwork (transcripts, enrollment forms, etc.). • Provide students with an overview of financial aid and work closely with the Financial Aid Department to finalize paperwork. • Directed events from creation to execution (Summer Studio and StyleNow fashion show, etc.). ### Director of Management, Label and Online Publications Communications @ DeliRadio Jan 2011 – Jan 2013 | Berkeley, CA, USA • Demonstrated the intricacies of the company website to meet the client’s needs. • Trained and managed employees, created team projects and measured potency of outreach. • Collaborated with webmasters, providing input and ideas for new features on the website. • Created, edited and reviewed documents and spreadsheets outgoing to a large scale of clients. • Created and evolved online strategies, methods of marketing and advertising campaigns. ## Education ### Medical and Veterinary Sciences University of New Hampshire Jan 2023 ### Life Sciences Great Bay Community College Jan 2016 – Jan 2018 ### Certificate in Wildlife Track and Sign White Pine Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 ### Associate of Arts in Merchandise Marketing FIDM Jan 2008 – Jan 2010 ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/dallashuggins - Website: https://nhturtlerescue.org --- Source: https://flows.cv/dallash JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/dallash/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-22