# Reid Ashwill

> Software Engineer

Location: Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/reidashwill

Driven full-stack developer with a passion for tackling novel challenges with innovative solutions. My user-oriented approach and insatiable appetite for learning have been the driving forces behind my journey in tech.

 I thrive in collaborative environments and am always eager to learn from and contribute to a team of creative and motivated developers. Let's connect and explore how we can create exceptional digital experiences together!

## Work Experience
### Software Engineer @ BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Jan 2024 – Present

### Developer @ Rock Paper Coin
Jan 2021 – Jan 2024 | Portland, Oregon, United States
Stack: Nextjs, React, Typescript, GraphQL, Prisma, NodeJs, Serverless

Started as an intern specializing in writing integration tests in Cypress, showcasing a rapid learning curve and dedication to software quality, demonstrating adaptability and continuous learning.
Seamlessly transitioned into a full-stack developer role, significantly contributing to the evolution of the flagship product, highlighting versatility and hands-on experience .
Mentored multiple rounds of interns, providing guidance and support during their onboarding process, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
Served as the primary point of contact for new developers, ensuring a seamless transition into the organization and promoting a supportive onboarding experience.
Contributed to cross-functional teams, collaborating with designers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality solutions in an agile environment.
Developed and maintained reusable components based on product requirements, enhancing development efficiency and ensuring modularity.
Expanded and optimized the API, aligning it with evolving business needs to improve system efficiency and reduce bugs, showcasing proficiency in Node, Express, GraphQL, SQL, Prisma, and Cypress.
Collaborated on creating a private package for seamless communication between front-end and API, streamlining development processes and ensuring code modularity.
Implemented reusable components based on meticulous analysis, resulting in increased efficiency and enhanced user experiences, aligning with a commitment to delivering high-performing solutions.

### Junior Developer @ Rock Paper Coin
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Portland, Oregon, United States
Started as an intern and transitioned into a full-stack developer role on the core product development team.
Developed and maintained reusable components based on product requirements and design specifications.
Expanded and optimized the API to align with evolving business needs, improving system efficiency and reducing bugs.
Collaborated in the creation of a private package, facilitating seamless communication between front-end and API, resulting in streamlined development processes.

### Software Engineer Intern @ Kwidio
Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Portland, Oregon, United States
Built and launched a user video-centered React Native app, emphasizing a focus on user experience and mobile development expertise.
Created a robust CRUD API to handle essential business logic, showcasing proficiency in API development and ensuring seamless functionality.
Assisted in frontend logic development, interacting with user device cameras and storage, demonstrating hands-on experience in client-side development.
Acquired extensive knowledge of AWS services, including S3, DynamoDB, Cognito, and Amplify, showcasing familiarity with cloud technologies and services.
Demonstrated a rapid learning curve during the internship, showcasing adaptability and commitment to continuous learning.
Gained valuable experience working in an Agile environment, following Scrum methodologies, aligning with collaborative and iterative development practices.

### Executive Chef @ White Owl Social Club
Jan 2017 – Jan 2020 | Portland, Oregon Area
Oversaw a staff of 15.  Handled all ordering, staffing, training, and menu development.
Rotated the menu twice yearly, and ran daily specials.
Able to reduce the yearly budget of food ordering by %20 while gaining %10 in sales.

### Owner @ Commonwealth Cafe
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | Vancouver, WA
Oversaw all aspects of the kitchen for our Cafe, which focused on breakfast and lunch.
Handled all purchasing for the restaurant (FOH and BOH).
Learned a lot of lessons about what it means to run a small business.


## Education
### Web & Mobile Development
Epicodus
Jan 2020 – Jan 2020


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/reidashwill

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Last updated: 2026-03-29