✦ Software Engineer + Full Stack Developer

Available for contractor work to create smooth digital experiences

I build responsive websites, interactive user interfaces, and full-stack applications with a focus on clean design, usability, and modern web technologies. Passionate about blending creativity with software development.

SYSTEM STATUS

ONLINE

Frontend Development 96%
UI / UX Design 92%
Full-Stack Development 88%
Tech Stack

Technologies I Use

Languages

Java
C
C++
C#
JavaScript
HTML
CSS

Frameworks & Tools

Node.js
MongoDB
React
EJS
.NET
GitHub
Jest
Render
Swagger UI
Postman
Visual Studio Code
Figma
Filezilla

Specializations

Software Development, responsive UI design, full-stack applications, human-centered design, and interactive web experiences.

I also specialize in software architecture, database design, and API development, with a focus on creating scalable and maintainable solutions that blend functionality with user-centric design principles. I also specialaize with team leading, project management, and collaborative development, ensuring successful project delivery and effective communication across cross-functional teams.

Featured Work

Selected Projects

Charlotte Eats

Capstone team project focused on restaurant discovery, reviews, and responsive full-stack functionality.

MongoDB
EJS
JavaScript
CSS
Render
Jest

Thrift Finder

Team project designed to help users discover thrift stores through an interactive and responsive interface.

React
Node.js
JavaScript
CSS
EJS

Computer Science Portfolio

A curated collection of projects representing my technical growth throughout my Computer Science degree.

Frontend
Backend
UI Design
Architecture
Work Experience

Related Work Experience

Software Engineering Intern

PIMOSH Publishing

Summer 2024

• Practiced Agile methodologies within a cross-functional team. • Designed and refined user interfaces using Visual Studio Code and GitHub. • Communicated with team members in remote and on-site environments using Agile methodology, ensuring alignment on development and design goals. • Led Google Digital Marketing Certification efforts across the team and by the end of the internship earned a certification.

React JavaScript Node.js Git Agile Visual Studio Code Google Digital Marketing UI/UX Design Team Collaboration

Computer Science Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

UNC Charlotte

01/2026 - 05/2026

• Assisting my professor with grading, replying to student emails, and office hours. • Held responsibility of being both a peer and a tutor, providing clear and understandable feedback for students on confusing assignments. • Gained experience in effectively communicating complex technical concepts to students, fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing my own understanding of the course material.

Communication SDLC Multitasking SpeedGrader Office Hours Student Support Multi-platform usage
Education

Education & Coursework

B.S. Computer Science

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

2022 — 2026

Relevant Coursework

Human-Centered Design
Backend App Development
Database Design & Implementation
Web Application Design & Development
Software Architecture & Design

Contact

Contact & Connect with Me

Let's Connect

If you wish to request a meeting or have any questions, feel free to reach out!

For my physical resume, please email me with the subject "Resume Request".



LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/in/alena-polman-2362871b1

Email:
alena.lyashkova@gmail.com