# Joshua McLucas > Staff Frontend Engineer at Close Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/joshuamclucas I am a theater artist and software engineer making a career out of inspiration. Whether through acting, directing, or creating new apps, websites, and technologies, I fill both my life and the world with art. ## Work Experience ### Staff Frontend Engineer @ Close Jan 2023 – Present ### Staff Software Engineer @ Retrium Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 ### Senior Javascript Engineer @ Retrium Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 ### JavaScript Engineer @ Retrium Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 ### Senior Software Engineer @ Suvoda Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Conshohocken, PA ### Software Engineer @ Amino Payments Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Philadelphia Develop a blockchain-secured platform for exposing digital display advertising supply chain fraud/inefficiencies and securely/promptly paying the entities along the chain. I focus on the frontend. ### Software Engineer @ Nuix Jan 2016 – Jan 2018 | Conshohocken Develop React/Redux front-end of leading cybersecurity applications. ### Artistic Director @ [redacted] Theater Company Jan 2014 – Jan 2017 | Philadelphia, PA Created strategic and artistic plans for the future of the company. Maintained daily operations for the company. Managed the social media and web presence of the company. Managed the marketing and branding of the company. Acted in and directed productions. ### Jr. Web Developer @ Harris Corporation Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 | Philadelphia, PA Develop and maintain 4 enterprise web applications for the U. S. Navy using ASP C# .NET WebForms. Perform a total front-end redesign for the applications. Create and manage workflows to improve development process, including SVN and JIRA integration. ### Webmaster @ W.H. Cooke & Co., Inc. Jan 2014 – Jan 2015 | Hanover, PA Updated website to meet current web standards and improve SEO. Implemented responsive web design. Redesigned website to update aesthetics and improve usability. Converted website to PHP and implemented a custom CMS, powered by PHP and MySQL. ### Freelance Web Designer @ Freelance Web Programmer Jan 2012 – Jan 2015 | Chambersburg, PA Designed new websites for clients. Worked with clients to optimize/redesign existing websites. Used standards-based HTML5, CSS3, Javascript, and Responsive Web Design as appropriate. Worked with CMS such as Wordpress. ### Lead Web Developer @ Swarthmore College Jan 2015 – Jan 2015 I led the development and design of www.chopinwithoutpiano.com, coordinating with the marketing team to ensure brand compatibility and optimal site experience. ### Library Assistant II - Web Assistant @ Friends Historical Library Jan 2013 – Jan 2013 | Swarthmore College Designed new websites for upcoming exhibits using best-practices HTML5, CSS3, and Javascript. Implemented Responsive Web Design techniques. Helped manage the transition from Ingeniux CMS 4 to Ingeniux CMS 7. ### Educational Programs Assistant @ Scott Arboretum Jan 2011 – Jan 2012 | Swarthmore, PA Organized and helped coordinate large and small-scale events. Took photographs of grounds for brochures. Filed and performed miscellaneous tasks upon request. ### Phonathon Caller @ Swarthmore College Jan 2011 – Jan 2012 | Swarthmore, PA Requested over-the-phone donations from alumni and parents. Trained new employees. Fostered positive relationships with the College's alumni network. ### Apprentice @ Surflight Theatre Jan 2012 – Jan 2012 | Beach Haven, NJ Directed "Peter Pan" by John Blaylock for the children's theater. Mainstage spotlight operator and rail crew. Attended workshops and classes as schedule permitting. ### Drive-Thru Team Member @ Sonic Drive-In Jan 2011 – Jan 2011 | Chambersburg, PA Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume operations. Built loyal clientele through friendly interactions and consistent appreciation. ## Education ### Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre/Theater; Psychology Swarthmore College Jan 2011 – Jan 2015 ### Acting British American Drama Academy Jan 2013 – Jan 2014 ### Theater SITI Company Summer Theater Workshop Jan 2013 – Jan 2013 ### Wyoming Seminary College Prep Jan 2007 – Jan 2011 ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/joshuamclucas - Website: http://www.joshuamclucas.com - Website: http://www.redactedtheater.org - Website: http://www.whcooke.com --- Source: https://flows.cv/joshuamclucas JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/joshuamclucas/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-22