Volunteer Project
Support SF Schools
A website to connect San Francisco residents with their local schools' opportunities for volunteering and donating.
Frontend Engineering with an Operator's Mindset.
I'm a Software Engineer at Nayak.ai with nearly two decades of experience leading operations and billing teams. I don't just build user interfaces; I build reliable, performant tools designed to solve bottlenecks. My background in high-stakes triage means I approach every React component with a focus on reliability, efficiency, and scale.
Dedication In Action!
Passion Fuels Purpose!
Biography
Hello! I'm Brandon Cruz-Youll, a dedicated front-end developer with a fervent passion for continuous learning and growth. With a year of hands-on experience in the industry, I specialize in transforming designers' creative visions into interactive, user-friendly web experiences. My expertise lies in crafting elegant and efficient code that enhances the usability and aesthetics of websites.
I thrive on the challenge of solving complex problems and exploring new technologies to stay ahead of industry trends. Whether it's optimizing performance, improving accessibility, or experimenting with the latest frameworks, I am committed to delivering high-quality solutions that exceed expectations. My goal is to blend technical skill with creative insight to create seamless, engaging digital experiences that leave a lasting impression. Let's collaborate to bring your next project to life!
Skills
WebHTMLCSSJavascriptReactJSNextJSTypescriptFigmaMapBoxTailwind CSSSCSSWebflowSendGrid
Web
HTML
CSS
Javascript
ReactJS
NextJS
Typescript
Figma
MapBox
Tailwind CSS
SCSS
Webflow
SendGrid
Experience
Front End Software Engineer @Nayak.ai
2025-Present | San Francisco, CAVite, React, Typescript, SCSS, PostgreSQL, Node.js. Adding new features to the web application. Building new sections of the application. Worked on company website using Webflow. Created and updated email templates in SendGrid.
Software Engineer/Technical Project Manager @Support SFUSD
2023-Present | San Francisco, CAWorked on refactoring MapBox style. Pair programmed search component. Developed documentation for onboarding new engineers. Created processes for designer to engineering hand-off.
Billing Department Manager @New Connections Communications, LLC
2001-2019 | Berkley, CAManaged small team of billing associates. Prepared monthly revenue spreadsheets. Ran billing cycles for several answering services. Trained several employees on billing associates practices. Customer service for incoming and outgoing calls.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
2021-2022 | San Francisco State UniversityRelevant courses included Introduction to Web Development, Human Computer Interaction, Analysis of Algorithms, Introduction to Database Systems, Software Development, Software Engineering
Associates of Science in Computer Science
2018-2020 | City College of San FranciscoRelevant courses included Software Engineering, Data Structures and Algorithms, Computer Architecture and Assembly, Beginning iPhone Programming, Discrete Mathematics, Calculus I & II