Laith N. Kamal

About Laith N. Kamal

Results-driven Computer Science graduate with a proven track record combining academic excellence and hands-on industry experience. Through multiple internships and a year of full-time professional work, I\'ve developed extensive expertise in designing and implementing scalable distributed systems. I excel at breaking down complex technical challenges into actionable solutions while maintaining a keen eye on both user experience and business objectives.As a natural communicator and public speaker, I frequently serve as a technical advocate, presenting solutions to stakeholders and representing my team\'s innovations. I thrive on translating complex technical concepts into compelling narratives that bridge the gap between technical and non-technical audiences.What sets me apart is my ability to:Transform theoretical knowledge into practical, production-ready solutionsNavigate and contribute effectively to cross-functional team environmentsChampion technical initiatives through engaging presentations and demonstrationsAdapt quickly to emerging technologies and evolving system requirementsBalance technical excellence with business prioritiesI\'m passionate about creating robust, efficient systems that make a real-world impact and am always eager to tackle new challenges in software engineering. Whether I\'m deep in code or presenting to stakeholders, I bring enthusiasm and clarity to every project I touch.

Experience

1. Software Engineer

   Starbucks

   Mar 2024 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Architected and developed Store Design Assessment application as full-stack engineer, building a custom TypeScript/React/GraphQL solution from the ground up to support Starbucks store redesigns across the US by end of 2026 Replaced legacy Smartsheet system with purpose-built platform, eliminating third-party licensing costs and saving designers tens of hours monthly by overcoming critical limitations including poor performance, lack of granular permissions, and inability to implement custom business logic Orchestrated seamless user migration and led UAT testing with store designers to ensure feature parity and build confidence, resulting in smooth transition with zero disruption to critical design workflows Implemented zero-trust security architecture with role-based access control and granular permissions across Designer, Senior Designer, and Super Admin roles, enabling appropriate data access and functionality previously impossible with spreadsheet-based tools. Improved performance of a high-traffic in-store application by optimizing SQL queries through indexing and reduced overfetching, lowering load times for hundreds of daily employees. Spearheaded SCA vulnerability remediation and automation initiatives using Dependabot, Pnpm, and Changesets, reducing security vulnerabilities by over 90% and accelerating remediation processes by 80%.

Education

• Toronto Metropolitan University

  Bachelor of Science (Honours) - BS, Computer Science