Samuel Gill

Project Manager | Technical Project Manager | Full Stack Developer | Senior Software Engineer | Product Management | Business Analysis | Agile | Stakeholder Management | Golang Node.js React Angular PostgreSQL MongoDB

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

About

As an experienced Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer, and Project Manager with 6+ years of development experience, I am a highly motivated, self-driven professional with a strong blend of technical expertise, business analysis, product management, and leadership skills. Over the past 3+ years, I’ve successfully led cross-functional teams, managed complex projects, collaborated with stakeholders, and delivered results that exceed expectations while ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery. With certifications in "Project Management" from Howard University and "Principles of Management" from Johns Hopkins University, I bring a solid foundation in management principles, agile methodologies, stakeholder communication, requirements gathering, and strategic planning. Combined with hands-on experience across the software development lifecycle (SDLC), this enables me to lead with confidence, foster collaboration, and drive measurable outcomes. I take full ownership of all tasks assigned and excel at planning, analyzing, executing, and delivering high-quality solutions. Whether it’s driving product development, performing business analysis, defining requirements, leading agile/scrum teams, or solving complex technical challenges as a full stack engineer, I focus on building scalable systems, optimizing processes, and aligning business objectives with technology solutions. Skilled in stakeholder management, product strategy, backlog prioritization, user stories, process improvement, and end-to-end delivery, I thrive in dynamic environments that require both technical depth and business insight. I’m passionate about continuous learning and always looking for ways to grow professionally. I’m excited to bring my expertise in project management, product management, business analysis, stakeholder engagement, and software engineering to new challenges and opportunities, consistently driving innovation and success.

Experience

  • Full Stack Developer at Codentix
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

    Working as a Full Stack Developer and Project Manager at Codentix, contributing across product management, business analysis, and end-to-end software development. Leading cross-functional teams through the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements gathering to deployment, ensuring alignment with business goals and client expectations. Collaborating closely with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements, define scope, and translate business needs into technical solutions. Driving product management activities including backlog prioritization, user story creation, roadmap planning, and feature delivery. Performing business analysis, cost estimation, and feasibility analysis to support decision-making and project planning. Managing project timelines, resource allocation, and delivery schedules to ensure on-time and within-budget execution. Designing and developing scalable applications as a full stack developer using modern technologies, while optimizing system performance and maintaining high code quality. Facilitating agile/scrum ceremonies, improving processes, and ensuring continuous delivery and stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Head of Backend Development at PrimeTrader
    Aug 2023 - Jan 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos

    - Led a team of backend engineers, delivering high-quality solutions in an exceptionally fast-paced environment. - Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. - Developed and implemented the entire backend architecture, improving system performance and scalability. - Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and integrate new features seamlessly. - Achieved a significant milestone by having the backend architecture audited and approved by Halborn, meeting stringent security and industry standards.

  • Full Stack Developer at GeoHorizon
    Feb 2024 - Dec 2024 · 11 mos

    Worked as a Full Stack Developer on a Vessel Risk Assessment platform focused on protecting endangered marine species such as turtles, sharks, and whales during offshore operations. Designed and developed interactive GIS-based applications using React and Leaflet to visualize vessel routes, migration patterns, and risk zones through dynamic map layers, markers, and geospatial indicators. Built and managed backend services in Golang, including scalable data pipelines to process, transform, and analyze large geospatial datasets. Leveraged PostGIS and PostgreSQL for spatial data storage, querying, and efficient geospatial computations to support real-time insights and decision-making. Collaborated with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to define requirements, implement features, and deliver end-to-end solutions. Enabled cost estimation and risk analysis by mapping vessel movement against seasonal migration data, improving operational planning and environmental compliance. Optimized application performance, ensured data accuracy, and contributed across the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) in an agile environment.

  • Senior Software Engineer at KaamGah
    Aug 2022 - Jul 2023 · 1 yr

    Worked as a Senior Software Engineer developing scalable web applications using Angular and Node.js (NestJS), following best practices in clean architecture, code quality, and performance optimization. Collaborated closely with project managers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features aligned with business and product requirements. Designed and implemented interactive frontend components using Canvas for dynamic rendering and enhanced user experiences. Built and maintained backend services and APIs, including webhook integrations to support real-time updates, event-driven workflows, and social media-style infinite scroll functionalities. Developed and managed account management features including authentication, authorization, and user profile systems, ensuring secure and seamless user experiences. Contributed across the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) in an agile environment, focusing on scalability, maintainability, and continuous improvement.

  • Senior Product Executive at mslm
    Jan 2022 - Jul 2023 · 1 yr 7 mos

    Led the end-to-end development of an Email Verification product as a Senior Software Engineer and Product Executive, owning both technical delivery and product strategy. Built the frontend from scratch using scalable architecture, developing reusable components, optimized state management, and high-performance workflows to support bulk email verification with parallel processing. Established a strong foundation and best practices that enabled other engineers to contribute efficiently. Served as Lead Engineer and Product Executive for the Single Verify API, delivering a fully functional email verification API within a 2-month timeline. Defined system architecture, developed backend services, designed database schemas, and contributed to frontend implementation while ensuring alignment with product vision and business goals. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams including project managers, designers, and stakeholders to define requirements, prioritize features, and drive execution. Worked directly with clients to present product capabilities, gather feedback, and support onboarding, contributing to successful client acquisition and product adoption. Designed and implemented subscription-based billing systems and created comprehensive product documentation to support scalability and usability. Focused on building reliable, high-performance systems while balancing technical excellence with business impact, product growth, and customer needs.