# Kirsty Brewster

> Senior Software Developer at Voyatek

Location: Brooklyn, New York, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/kirstybrewster

Coding, saxophone, rock climbing, filmmaking, improv, community service. What do these things have in common?

These are some of my various passions from over the years. They might look completely random in relation to each other, but they actually illustrate why my career path ultimately led to software engineering. 

With rock climbing, I was drawn to the problem solving nature of it. Due to different body types, routes (also called “problems”) have to be approached in unique ways. Almost no one will climb a problem the exact same way. Similarly, when writing a screenplay for a short film, I loved how it was like solving a puzzle to take various plot points and turn them into a compelling narrative. With constraints such as a strict budget and limited locations for filming, I also had to get creative with how I filmed. When acting in improv shows, I had to be ready to say “yes, and” to whatever my stage partners threw at me. 

When I played the saxophone, I always loved performing in large ensembles and creating beautiful music with my bandmates. It isn’t an individual experience; you have to really listen to the people around you to put on a great performance.

I was drawn to non-profit work because I always wanted to help others and make an impact in my community. As a program leader at Latinitas, I got to inspire the next generation of women to pursue careers in media and tech.

The skills I’ve cultivated from these passions will serve me well as a budding software engineer. I get to use my problem solving skills to debug. I get to be creative when designing apps and features. I get to work with other engineers to create products that help people on an even larger scale, and I get to be a lifelong learner in an industry that is constantly evolving.

If you’re looking for someone who’s seeking to expand their expertise in coding, who will also draw inspiration from other areas in order to innovate and creatively solve tough problems, I’m your gal.

## Work Experience
### Senior Software Developer @ Voyatek
Jan 2026 – Present

### Software Developer II @ Voyatek
Jan 2022 – Present
Secured major contract renewals by consistently exceeding client expectations with timely, high-quality deliverables.

Developed and tested multiple modular data analysis dashboards, ensuring scalability for future expansions and delivering user-friendly interfaces.

Eliminated errors and regularly improved accessibility standards, meeting a crucial stakeholder requirement.

Led deployments using Docker, ensuring functionality and accurate data caching for smooth releases.

Optimized application performance by creating a Redis caching script to preload data on startup, reducing database connections during peak traffic and maintaining full functionality during outages.

Mentored junior developers by serving as a key resource for troubleshooting, providing feedback on code quality, and fostering their growth and technical skills.

### Software Developer I @ Voyatek
Jan 2021 – Jan 2022
Created full stack pages and features including a user profile page, a sign up page, and various data analysis tools.

Created a testing suite which set-up the building blocks for the rest of the team to start integrating tests for their features.

Researched and worked on the CX team's current git branching and CI/CD strategy which helped quickly deliver new iterations of the CX app and hot fixes with more frequency.

### Program Leader - Technology and Multimedia @ Latinitas
Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Austin, Texas
Facilitated Facebook’s Engineer for the Week program, in which girls coded an educational video game on Scratch.

In classes sizes of 15-20, taught subjects including coding, graphic design, and VR, which got girls excited about careers in STEM and media.

Led the curriculum creation and facilitation of a week long filmmaking camp in which girls created their very own short films. 

Co-created a semester-long themed curriculum over the topic of civic engagement, which taught girls about various political issues and the election process.

Co-created the curriculum and facilitated a week long online summer camp in which girls created their own start ups.


## Education
### Bachelor's degree in Psychology
The University of Texas at Austin

### Computer Software Engineering
Flatiron School


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kirstybrewster
- GitHub: https://github.com/kirstybrews
- Portfolio: https://dev.to/kirstybrews

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Last updated: 2026-04-13