Garrett Koller
I am driven to leverage my technical skills to create solutions that enhance people's lives and positively impact society at large. To achieve this, I focus on diversity, accessibility, and sustainability.
Lead Software Engineer @ Catalist
My Values
These three values shape my work and help me design compelling software.
Impact with Integrity
I prioritize building technology that serves people responsibly and contributes positively to society.
Craftsmanship & Clarity
I believe in building clear, reliable systems and user experiences that feel effortless.
Collaboration & Growth
I value collaboration, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing as essential parts of sustainable engineering.
Skills & Tools
With these tools and skills, I implement projects efficiently and creatively.
Backend & Architecture
Designing robust APIs, orchestrating cloud services, and keeping systems reliable and scalable.
Java
Scala
Python
GCP & AWS
Docker
Terraform
PostgreSQL
Supabase
Airflow
Frontend & UX
Development and support of web projects with modern technologies.
JavaScript
TypeScript
HTML/CSS
React
Redux
RedwoodJS
TailwindCSS
Jest
Accessibility
My Career Path
Education, professional experience, and important milestones in my career so far.
Lead Software Engineer
Catalist, LLC
Lead developer for 10 projects across 5 different languages, including Java, Scala, Python, and TypeScript
Software Engineer Consultant
Sopheva
Developed AI-powered decision-support platform using Next.js, TypeScript, Prisma, and the Anthropic Claude SDK
Software Engineer Consultant
Private Collection
Developed full-stack Redwood JS (React, GraphQL, Prisma) web app for real estate brokerage clients
Continuing Education
General Assembly
Completed a part-time, on-campus User Experience Design course at General Assembly in Washington, DC
Software Engineer Consultant
Booz Allen Hamilton
Developed mission support software for a DoD client using Java EE, Spring, Hibernate, and Oracle
Software Engineer Intern
Booz Allen Hamilton
Engineered browser anonymity solution for federal client using PHP, Java, and JavaScript
Technical Specialist
Washington & Lee University, Help Desk
Resolved 2-year-long problem with Wi-Fi network periodically disconnecting every Apple device on campus
Software Engineer Assistant
Washington & Lee University, CS Department
Developed an HTCondor supercomputing environment and provided system administration during summer
IT Client Services Assistant
Washington & Lee University, IT Services
Created videos promoting the ITS department, the university library, and the services they offer
Undergraduate Student
Washington & Lee University
B.S. in Computer Science with a concentration in Music, funded by a full-ride $250,000 Johnson Scholarship
Contact
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