Building thoughtful
digital experiences
Senior Application Developer based in Buffalo, NY with over 15 years of experience crafting web and mobile applications that solve real problems.
A tinkerer at heart
I can't have a piece of technology in my hands for long before tearing it apart and finding out how it works. I'm passionate about learning new things and finding better ways to do old things.
Over my career, I've worked across the full software development lifecycle—from analysis and design through testing, deployment, and production support.
My work spans enterprise web applications, cross-platform mobile development, and everything in between. I bring both technical depth and a practical, user-focused mindset to every project.
What I bring to the table
Frontend Development
Semantic, modular code using modern HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. Strong focus on responsive design and W3C best practices.
Web Applications
Building scalable, maintainable applications with modern frameworks and architectures. Experience with both greenfield and legacy systems.
Mobile Development
Cross-platform and native mobile app development for Android and iOS, delivering quality experiences across devices.
UI/UX Sensibility
Comfortable working from design tools like Photoshop and Illustrator, optimizing assets, and translating mockups into pixel-perfect interfaces.
Testing & Debugging
Thorough browser testing and debugging experience. Committed to delivering reliable, well-tested code.
Full Lifecycle
Experience across all phases: analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing production support.
Where I've worked
Building modern web and mobile applications for enterprise clients. Providing leadership in JavaScript and mobile app development, with a focus on creating intuitive, visually polished user interfaces.
Worked as a Front End Developer using Agile principles to craft web and mobile solutions. Grew into a JavaScript and mobile development specialist, often taking on new and challenging projects across responsive websites, 3D rendering, and mobile apps.
Work I've contributed to
RapidRDC
Cross-platform mobile app enabling remote check deposits, replacing desktop-only scanning hardware for enterprise clients.
Columbus Airport Wayfinding Kiosks
11 interactive kiosks running 24/7, helping travelers navigate the airport with printed directions and QR codes for mobile.
Lowe's Digital Rooftop Designer
Visualization tool letting homeowners photograph their house and virtually apply roofing products before purchase.
Ford Customer Viewpoint
Internal cross-platform mobile app for Ford dealerships to track customer relationships across their network.
Eaton PowerSource
Enterprise web application built through close client collaboration using iterative development cycles.
Three.js Closet Visualizer
WebGL-based 3D visualization tool for custom closet design and configuration.
What colleagues say
"No matter which project we were given, I could trust him to be a driving factor in nailing down requirements and delivering a product that was both intuitive and visually stunning."
Nathan Brazee Software Engineer, RP Solutions
"He provided leadership to the team in both JavaScript and Mobile app development. We particularly appreciated his attention to detail and his ability to create great looking user interfaces."
David Johnson Owner, RP Solutions
"I came to think of him as my 'special teams' dev whenever something new and daunting came along. He pays great attention to detail, asks the right questions, and is always willing to challenge assumptions when doing so will help the project."
Dave Rodriguez Managing Director, Hanson Inc.
"I would consider [Rick] one of the strongest JavaScript and Mobile developers I know. Rick is reliable, mature and will be a real asset to any company that brings him on their team."
Mike Louviere Software Engineering Manager, Hanson Inc.
Let's work together
I'm always interested in hearing about new opportunities and challenging projects. Whether you have a question or just want to say hello, feel free to reach out.
carhartrl+jobs@gmail.com