Daisy Laflamme
UI Front-end Engineer
Braintree, MA | laflammedaisy@gmail.com | daisylaflamme.net | www.linkedin.com/in/desislavalaflamme
Professional Summary
Senior UI Engineer with 12+ years of experience specializing in mobile-first, responsive layouts with a strong focus on ADA compliance, SEO, performance optimization, SDK integrations, and cross-browser, device-agnostic UI/UX.
Education
- Harvard University Extension School - M.L.A., Digital Media & Instructional Design
- University of Massachusetts Boston - B.S., Information Architecture
- Cape Cod Community College - A.S., Web Development
Technical Skills
- Front-End Technologies: HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, Angular, React, TypeScript, JavaScript.
- Architecture and UI: Component based design, responsive UI, semantic HTML, Angular component libraries.
- Accessibility and Standards: ADA compliance, WCAG 2.0, WCAG 2.1, inclusive design, accessibility testing.
- Performance: Core Web Vitals, LCP optimization, CLS optimization, lazy loading, mobile performance, SVG sprites.
- SEO and Analytics: Technical SEO, structured data, Google Analytics, tag management.
- Integrations: Third party JavaScript libraries, NPM packages, payment providers, API integrations, SDK integrations.
- Tooling: Git, Jira, Agile Scrum workflows, Figma, AI tools, Cursor, VS Code, browser developer tools, Postman.
Professional Experience
Blueport Commerce - Boston, MA
Senior Front-End Engineer and Team Lead | Aug 2025 – Present
- Led a high-performance UI team in completing multiple roadmap projects and Agile sprints.
- Estimated client requirements and project scope based on team velocity and capacity.
- Communicated complex technical issues, solutions, and timeline risks to Product management and leadership.
Senior Front-End Engineer | Nov 2019 – Sep 2025
- Built scalable Angular UI components—carousels, sliders, modals, tabs—for a multi-tenant e-commerce platform.
- Integrated third-party JavaScript libraries, SDKs, APIs, payment providers, including advanced checkout financing solutions.
- Implemented semantic HTML templates, accessibility and SEO best practices across high-traffic, consumer-facing pages.
- Improved Core Web Vitals (LCP, CLS) through image optimization, code simplification, lazy loading.
- Mentored developers through code reviews, technical guidance, onboarding, training, and Agile/Scrum collaboration.
Front-End Developer | Oct 2016 - Oct 2019
- Implemented front-end features within an MVC architecture using Angular, AngularJS, JavaScript, jQuery, and SCSS.
- Built and optimized carousels, tabs, galleries, modals, hero banners, sliders, checkout carts, and delivery/payment forms to deliver a modern, high-performing user experience for up to 15 brands.
The Cambridge Institute of International Education - Waltham, MA
Web Content Manager | Feb 2016 – Sep 2016
- Managed, updated, and optimized up to 18 educational websites with a focus on conversion and user experience, collaborating with IT, Marketing, and HR teams. Tech stack: WordPress, PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, CSS.
- Designed and implemented landing pages to support marketing, recruitment, and enrollment efforts.
- Developed and executed data-driven digital campaigns, building custom Salesforce web forms that enhanced user engagement and streamlined data collection.
- Integrated Marketo and Salesforce web forms into landing pages, creating a seamless lead-generation flow with automated data capture and routing.
- Led all SEO/SEM strategy and optimization, improving search visibility, lead quality, and inbound traffic.
XebiaLabs - Boston, MA
Digital Marketing Manager | Dec 2014 - Oct 2015
- Built responsive web pages, landing pages, and web banners using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and MODX.
- Conducted A/B testing of landing pages and web banners, using Google Analytics for conversion tracking and performance analysis to continuously optimize campaign effectiveness.
UI / UX / Web Projects Contractor - Boston, MA
Invite Education LLC
Jun 2013 - Dec 2014
- Created wireframes, prototypes, and presented products to customers.
- Consulted on UX and content strategies and worked on-site with backend team located in San Francisco.
- Developed UI and layout elements using Slim, jQuery, CSS, and Ruby on Rails.
Boston Strategics
Aug 2013 - Dec 2014
- Designed and developed a custom WordPress website to support company marketing and content needs.
- Customized and extended WordPress themes, including layout adjustments, UI styling, and plugin configuration to improve functionality and user experience. Trained the team to make feature updates.
UMass Boston
Jun 2013 - Jan 2014
- Developed an interactive Google Maps API-based map for a MOOC platform using JavaScript to enhance user navigation and course engagement.
- Performed mobile testing and responsive optimizations to ensure a seamless, multi-device experience.
College Miner
Jun 2013 - Dec 2014
- Designed and developed a responsive WordPress website to establish the company's online presence.
- Produced brand identity assets, including logo concepts, color palettes, and marketing visuals.
Bioarray
July 2013 – Sep 2013
- Optimized HTML, JavaScript, and web content, improving site performance, accessibility, and readability.
- Assessed and redesigned key UI elements to deliver a more polished, cohesive, and user-friendly website experience.
I-volutions
Oct 2012 - Nov 2012
- Provided front-end support on a website project, assisting with UI updates and functionality improvements.
- Updated and optimized HTML5 and JavaScript code for improved performance and maintainability.
Refuge Place International Inc.
Dec 2012 - Jan 2013
- Designed and developed a responsive WordPress website to support the organization's mission.
- Contributed to the organization's fundraising efforts for women's and children's hospital services in Liberia, increasing awareness and donor support.
- Built a robust PayPal-based donation system, enabling secure online contributions and helping the organization reach its fundraising goals.
Global Peace Aid, Inc.
Jun 2012 - Jun 2013
- Managed website content and publishing, ensuring accurate, timely, and engaging updates.
- Designed graphics, logos, and visual assets to support campaigns and organizational branding.
- Built a secure PayPal donation page, significantly improving the organization's ability to collect online contributions and helping them raise substantial funds for their humanitarian initiatives.
ClariLegal LLC - Boston, MA
User Interface Development Intern | Apr 2013 - Sep 2013
- Designed and developed UI components and front-end page layouts for the company's legal-tech platform.
- Created wireframes, Photoshop mockups, and interactive prototypes to communicate design solutions.
- Translated wireframes into front-end implementations using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.