Taylor Pell

Senior Frontend Engineer @ Arpio

Taylor Pell

Taylor is a front-end developer who builds smart, scalable web experiences that connect businesses to the people they serve. With a strong background in UX design, modern frameworks like React, and performance-first development, she creates interfaces that aren't just beautiful — they work hard under the hood. Her focus is always on crafting intuitive, accessible products that leave a lasting positive impact.

When she's not coding or refining user flows, you'll find Taylor deep in a DIY project, or logging a few more miles prepping for her next race.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | 2021

Minor in Mathematics, Minor in Music

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Certifications

Google UX Design Professional

A comprehensive 7-course certificate program designed to build mastery in UX principles, tools, and real-world application.

Coursera / Google

Advanced React

An in-depth course designed to strengthen your skills in modern React development, covering advanced concepts such as hooks, performance optimization, state management, and testing for scalable, production-ready applications.

Coursera / Meta

Technical Skills

  • JavaScript:
  • Advanced ES6+ experience for building scalable, interactive front-end features.
  • React.js:
  • Skilled in building UIs using React components, hooks, and JSX/TSX.
  • Angular:
  • Proficient in building dynamic SPAs using Angular and TypeScript.
  • HTML/CSS:
  • Expertise in semantic HTML and responsive design with modern CSS techniques.
  • UI Frameworks:
  • Experienced with TailwindCSS and component libraries for streamlined UI development.
  • State Management:
  • Robust experience using Redux and Context API for managing application state.
  • Version Control:
  • Skilled in Git for source control and collaboration workflows.
  • AWS Technical Essentials:
  • Working knowledge of AWS core services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC) and foundational cloud concepts.
  • Performance Optimization:
  • Deep understanding of front-end performance tuning and best practices.
  • Cross-Browser Compatibility:
  • Ensures consistent behavior across different browsers and platforms.
  • Responsive Design:
  • Expert in creating mobile-first layouts using CSS media queries and flexible grids.
  • Agile Development:
  • Experienced with Agile/Scrum methodologies using tools like Jira and Trello.
  • Accessibility:
  • Strong grasp of WCAG guidelines to ensure accessible user interfaces.

Design Skills

  • User-Centered Design:
  • Experienced in developing user personas, journeys, and wireframes with empathy-first thinking.
  • User Research:
  • Proficient in conducting interviews, surveys, and usability studies to inform design direction.
  • UX Writing:
  • Skilled in crafting clear, concise microcopy that aligns with user goals and brand tone.
  • Prototyping Tools:
  • Advanced use of Figma and Adobe XD to create high-fidelity prototypes and UI mockups.
  • Information Architecture:
  • Expert in structuring content and interactions for clarity and intuitive navigation.
  • Usability Testing:
  • Conducted user tests to validate design decisions and improve user experience.