Don Hamilton is a Staff Software Developer with 10 years of experience building enterprise-grade web platforms and internal services, currently at Gap Inc. He combines hands-on engineering with mentorship—having led cohorts as a lead instructor and guided junior engineers through large platform builds for NetJets and WillowTree. Don’s background blends creative design and technical execution, rooted in a BFA in Photography and earlier roles as a creative director and senior frontend developer. He’s experienced in agile delivery, test-driven approaches, and launching internal tools that streamline operations for complex organizations. Based in Columbus, Ohio, he brings a practical, cross-disciplinary perspective that helps bridge product design, front-end polish, and backend reliability. Notably, his career path reflects a consistent shift from client-facing creative work to scalable, backend-focused engineering leadership.
10 years of coding experience
7 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Photography, Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Photography at The Ohio State University
Contributions:16 pushes, 1 branch in 4 years 6 months
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