# Hank Brekke-Peer

<hank@brekke-peer.com>

Minneapolis, MN

> I'm a full-stack software engineering leader with over a decade of experience designing and building solutions for
> dozens of Fortune 500 clients. I thrive on wearing many hats, whether it's stepping into roles like architect, scrum
> master, UI/UX designer, or HR coach. I’ve led projects ranging from behind-the-scenes real-time translation platforms
> to consumer-facing mobile apps for sports fans. With expertise in Node.js, React, DevOps, Swift, and enterprise
> architecture, I focus on building scalable, user-centered solutions while nurturing collaboration and growth within
> teams.

## Work Experience

- [Accenture](https://www.accenture.com/us-en)  
   Full Stack Engineering Manager  
   December 2020 - now (4 years, 2 months)

  - Led teams of 5–15 developers to deliver custom full-stack applications for Fortune 500 clients, including internal
    portals, native apps and consumer-facing applications.
  - Coached teams, including new PMO analysts, on agile development and overseeing scrum ceremonies & metrics to meet
    deadlines smoother and more predictably.
  - Expanded the tech lead role beyond architecture to deliver projects, contributing to user story writing, UI/UX
    design, IaC & DevOps development and coaching as a pair-programming partner.
  - Key projects include:
    - **Real-time language translation platform:** Architected a solution handling 100,000 requests per second inside an
      existing legacy web app, enabling efficient language translations for a multi-national hospitality client. (Lua,
      Nginx, Java)
    - **Lego Sports:** Built a demo app that uses iOS RealityKit to overlay real-time football lines on the field for
      stadium viewers for TV-style visuals in real-world settings. (Swift)
    - **Scene Writer**: Used Stardog graph database to describe movie scenes chronologically across multiple timelines
      and time-travel scenarios, for writers and researchers to plan future ideas. (SparQL, React, Python)
    - **Energy Transition Initiative:** Built a platform to model how hydrogen byproducts could integrate into circular
      economies for manufacturing plants, driving innovation in sustainable energy. (React, DynamoDB)
    - **Golden State Warriors Mobile App:** Developed Firestore integrations and built in-arena food menu and ordering
      functionality using Square, enhancing the game-day experience for fans. (Objective-C)
  - Acted as "People Lead" for 5 counselees, representing them in annual talent discussions and giving career guidance
    monthly in one-on-ones.
  - Led the Minneapolis Pride ERG chapter, organizing RTO initiatives and collaborating with General Mills and
    UnitedHealth Group to support local LGBTQ employees.

- [Accenture](https://www.accenture.com/us-en)  
   Technology Architecture Delivery Specialist  
   January 2019 - December 2020 (1 year, 11 months)

- [HouseRater](https://www.houserater.com/)  
   Lead Developer  
   May 2016 - January 2019 (2 years, 9 months)
  - Modernized an Angular v1.5 and Node.js application, migrating from Heroku to a high-availability AWS ECS setup
    integrated with Terraform and MongoDB Cloud.
  - Designed and implemented automated DevOps pipelines to enable zero-downtime deployments.
  - Led a team of 4 developers, introduced agile methodologies, and collaborated with clients by creating UI/UX
    prototypes in Sketch for review and feedback.
- [Code42](https://www.code42.com/)  
   Software Developer  
   February 2015 - May 2016 (1 year, 3 months)
  - Enhanced functionality for complex jQuery-based web applications.
  - Helped groom and estimate user stories to ensure accurate sprint planning and delivery.
  - Worked closely with senior developers for mentorship on code review techniques, responsible leadership and hosting
    developer community meetups.
- [Code42](https://www.code42.com/)  
   Software Developer (Intern)  
   June 2014 - February 2015 (8 months)
  - Utilized ReactiveCocoa and MVVM architecture to improve the performance of Apple team projects.
  - Developed enterprise-grade file backup, synchronization, and sharing tools.
- BitCrew  
   Software Developer  
   September 2013 - March 2014 (6 months)
  - Created cross-platform native mobile and web applications using Xamarin, Angular.js, and Knockout.js.
  - Mentored a friend beginning their software development career.
  - Demonstrated expertise in C#, HTML, and JavaScript for dynamic software solutions.
- [TempWorks](https://www.tempworks.com/)  
   Software Developer (Intern)  
   June 2013 - August 2013 (2 months)
  - Built demo and marketing applications for iOS platforms in collaboration with the co-founder.
  - Developed web applications and staffing agency tools to enhance operational efficiency.

## Education

- [Minneapolis Community & Technical College](https://minneapolis.edu/)  
   August 2015 - May 2019  
   A.A. - Liberal Arts

## Skills

- Career Counselor (Proficient - 3 years)
- Candidate Skill Interviews (Proficient - 4 years)
- Salary Adjustment & Promotion Decisions (Intermediate - 6 months)
- NodeJS (Senior - 12 years)
- Objective-C/Swift (Proficient - 2 years)
- React (Senior - 10 years)
- DevOps (Senior - 9 years)
- Enterprise Architecture (Senior - 6 years)
- Product Management/Scrum (Senior - 10 years)
- Java (Intermediate - 6 months)

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*[PMO]: Product Management Organization
*[DevOps]: Development IT Operations
*[UI/UX]: User Interface and User Experience
*[IaC]: Infrastructure as Code
*[ERG]: Employee Resource Group
*[RTO]: Return to Office
*[LGBTQ]: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer