Nathanael Smith is a Principal Platform Architect based in Madison, Wisconsin, with 11 years of experience turning complex UI/UX designs into maintainable, reusable front-end systems. At Hilton he led the redesign and re-platforming of the reservations UI, driving architecture, testing practices, and developer training across cross-functional teams. He brings deep expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks, HTML/CSS and front-end automation from senior roles at RocketFuel and Hilton, paired with a pragmatic product-minded approach informed by an earlier background in political science and communications. Known for translating vague requirements into reliable deliverables, he combines technical leadership with hands-on coding and a curiosity for process improvements that boost team velocity and code quality.
11 years of coding experience
9 years of employment as a software developer
B.A., Political Science, B.A., Political Science at Macalester College
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