Everett Hanke

Software Engineer at Sinclair Digital

Kent, Washington, United States

About

Software Engineer with experience designing and building full-stack applications, backend systems, and scalable software solutions. I’m passionate about solving technical problems and turning ideas into reliable products that users can depend on. My background includes developing production applications, architecting real-time systems, working with databases and APIs, and building tools that streamline development workflows. I’ve also mentored students across a wide range of computer science topics, helping others strengthen problem-solving and software engineering skills. I enjoy working on challenging problems involving system design, performance, and creating software that balances technical quality with practical impact.

Experience

  • Associate Development Engineer I at Sinclair Digital
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Indie Game Developer at Forge Tek Studios
    2020 - Present · 6 yrs 7 mos

    - Founder of the Studios, a prominent indie company with many products published on Itch.io and Steam with high rate of positive reviews. - Inspire, motivate and give technical help to team members in order to create a collaborative and high-performance culture that drives game project success. - Strong adept at budgeting, managing finances and handling payments to optimize operational efficiency and drive bottom-line results.

  • Tutor/Supplemental Instructor at Green River College
    Apr 2024 - Apr 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

    - Dedicated Tutor and Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader at Green River College. Passionate Software Developer committed to empowering students with the knowledge they need to succeed.

  • Open Source Developer at CodeDay
    Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 · 3 mos

  • Closing Manager, PIC at Kroger
    Sep 2021 - Jun 2024 · 2 yrs 10 mos

    - Proven track record of effectively managing a team of employees to achieve operational excellence, maintain store standards, and meet closing time objectives. - Strong attention to detail, ensuring accurate cash management, secure store closing procedures, and proper handling of sensitive information. - Excellent problem-solving abilities, adept at resolving customer issues and addressing any unforeseen challenges that may arise during the closing process.