Cody Butz

Software Developer

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Software Developer with 12+ years of experience designing and building reliable software systems and web platforms. Proven track record leading engineering teams, driving architecture decisions, and delivering security-critical production systems. Experienced in modern backend and web technologies including Node.js, Laravel, Vue, and TypeScript, with recent work building AI-driven automation platforms.

Skills

Languages

  • PHP
  • Haskell
  • TypeScript
  • Node.js

Frameworks & Infrastructure

  • Laravel
  • Vue.js
  • Docker
  • Distributed systems

Systems & AI

  • REST API design
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • Blockchain & cryptography
  • AI platform integrations

Work History

Lead Software Developer

Indigo Protocol

  • Led architecture and development of a high-reliability financial platform supporting 10,000+ users and $100M+ in platform value.
  • Managed and mentored a team of 5–7 engineers.
  • Developed backend services and APIs supporting financial smart-contract systems and modern web applications.
  • Directed three full external security audits and two specialized audits, ensuring safety in production deployment.
  • Maintained zero critical incidents in production.
  • Instituted engineering guidelines for code review protocols and testing, ensuring effective release management.
  • Designed and launched an AI-driven automation platform integrating OpenAI APIs, backend services, and cloud infrastructure to enable automated workflows and agent-based systems.

Software Developer

Omnispear Web & Network Solutions, Dayton, OH

  • Designed, developed, and maintained custom web applications and backend services for enterprise and government clients.
  • Built full-stack web platforms using Laravel, PHP, JavaScript, and relational databases, supporting enterprise and government client applications.
  • Developed REST APIs and backend services to support scalable web applications and system integrations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams including designers, product managers, and clients to translate business requirements into reliable software solutions.
  • Led development of multiple production web platforms supporting internal tools, reporting systems, and client-facing applications.
  • Implemented performance improvements and codebase refactors that increased system reliability and maintainability.
  • Participated in architecture discussions, helping design system structure and deployment strategies for new applications.
  • Mentored junior developers through code reviews and collaborative development practices.
  • Maintained CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows to support reliable software releases.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Wright State University, Dayton, OH