Russel Fones

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Russel Fones

Staff software engineer. React, TypeScript, Node.js, AWS.

Staff software engineer focused on frontend-heavy SaaS platforms in regulated enterprise environments. I lead architecture and delivery for multi-tenant React and TypeScript systems, with an emphasis on reliability, clarity, and measurable outcomes.

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  1. Cribl

    Remote

    Staff Software Engineer

    Nov 2022 - Aug 2025

    • Architected a multi-tenant React and TypeScript platform used by thousands of enterprise users.
    • Led design and delivery of authorization controls for SOC 2 and FedRAMP-aligned environments.
    • Migrated from JWT role checks to Fine-Grained Authorization for workspace-scoped permissions.
    • Delivered Auth0-based OIDC and SAML SSO to support enterprise IdP integrations.
    • Led migration to Next.js, improving performance, accessibility, and developer velocity.

    Senior Frontend Software Engineer

    Feb 2021 - Nov 2022

    • Migrated active users from AWS Cognito to Auth0 via trickle migration, with no forced password resets.
    • Built reusable identity UI patterns for user provisioning, role assignment, and invitations.
    • Partnered with product and design to improve signup, login, and invite workflows.
    • Expanded automated test coverage and stabilized high-traffic identity flows.

  2. One Legal

    Petaluma, CA

    Senior Software Engineer

    Sep 2018 - Feb 2021

    • Modernized legacy .NET MVC flows with mobile-first React apps.
    • Built internal data tools that reduced SLA times and improved customer outcomes.
    • Drove accessibility improvements aligned with WCAG standards.

  3. AVRS

    Petaluma, CA

    Senior Software Engineer

    2011 - 2017

    • Joined as the first engineering hire and helped scale product foundations.
    • Modernized legacy apps with JavaScript architecture patterns that improved maintainability.
    • Built VIN decoding and AJAX workflows that reduced manual data entry.
    • Led high-impact technical initiatives with direct executive visibility.

  4. Maritz Travel Company

    Walnut Creek, CA

    Senior Web Developer

    2002 - 2011

    • Owned end-to-end delivery of 20-30 custom registration sites per year for major events.
    • Built bulk import tooling that reduced manual processing for internal teams.
    • Developed interactive 2D floorplan tooling that improved self-service booth selection.

  5. Zelerate

    San Mateo, CA

    Lead Template / UI Specialist

    2000 - 2001

    • Designed UI for an open-source ecommerce platform and enterprise client implementations.
    • Promoted from professional services to development based on delivery quality and technical contribution.