Aaron Lopez
About Aaron Lopez
Aaron Lopez is a Senior Web Developer currently working at Empower in Fort Collins, Colorado. He has a diverse background in web development, UI/UX design, and database administration, with a strong focus on e-commerce and innovative system designs.
Work at Empower
Aaron Lopez currently serves as a Senior Web Developer at Empower, a position he has held since 2021 in Fort Collins, Colorado. Prior to this role, he worked at Empower as a Senior Full-stack Developer from 2017 to 2021 in the Greater Denver Area. During his tenure, he contributed to various projects that enhanced the company's web capabilities. He also held the role of UI/UX Developer at Empower from 2015 to 2017 in Greenwood Village, Colorado, where he focused on improving user experience and interface design.
Education and Expertise
Aaron Lopez holds multiple degrees from the University of Oregon, including a Bachelor of Science in Digital Design/Geography, a Bachelor of Science in Geographic Information Science and Cartography, and a Bachelor of Science in Digital Arts, all completed between 2006 and 2010. He further enhanced his skills by obtaining a Master's Certification in Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration from the University of Denver in 2013. His expertise includes backend development with Node and Express, as well as proficiency in databases like Postgres and MongoDB.
Background
Aaron Lopez has a diverse professional background in web development and design. He began his career as a Web Content Technician at the University of Oregon from 2008 to 2010. He then transitioned to roles at Pearson eCollege as a Web Content Administrator in 2012 and at Level 3 Communications as a UI/UX Developer from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he served as a Curriculum Coordinator at the University of the Rockies for six months in 2012 to 2013. His experiences have shaped his approach to web development and design.
Achievements
Aaron Lopez has actively sought to deepen his expertise in e-commerce and innovative system designs. He enjoys transforming designs into interactive applications, utilizing advanced front-end tools such as React and Angular. His commitment to learning through real-world projects reflects his belief in the value of practical experience over traditional textbook knowledge. He values collaboration and emphasizes the importance of teamwork in achieving shared goals.