Ben Kartchner

Software Engineer

Provo, Utah, United States3 yrs 6 mos experience

Key Highlights

Strong foundation in software development and cybersecurity.
Experienced in full-stack development with a focus on security.
Proficient in multiple programming languages including Python and Rust.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Full-Stack Software Engineer with a focus on Cybersecurity.

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Skills

Core Skills

Full-stack DevelopmentWeb Development

Other Skills

TypeScripttRPCReact.jsNode.jsFIDOJavaScriptJavaPostgreSQLDevOpsObject-Relational Mapping (ORM)EncryptionThreat ModelingMendixRust (Programming Language)Cybersecurity

About

Software Engineer with a strong foundation in software development and cybersecurity, currently pursuing a Computer Science degree with a minor in Cybersecurity at Brigham Young University. Experienced in full-stack development using React, Node.js, and TypeScript, with a focus on building secure, scalable applications. Skilled in penetration testing, threat modeling, and network security through coursework and CTFs. Proficient in Python and Rust, I am passionate about applying my technical skills to develop secure and impactful software solutions.

Experience

Wyssling consulting, llc

2 roles

Software Engineer

Promoted

Apr 2025 – Present · 11 mos · Remote

TypeScripttRPCFull-Stack Development

Account Manager

Sep 2022 – Apr 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Remote

Brigham young university

2 roles

Cybersecurity Research Assistant

Dec 2024 – Sep 2025 · 9 mos · Provo, Utah, United States · On-site

Designed and developed a web application using React and Node.js, integrating FIDO authentication libraries to interact with hardware security keys and facilitate secure user authentication workflows.
Contributed to research focused on developing a secure backup solution for hardware security keys, ensuring redundancy without compromising cryptographic integrity.

React.jsNode.jsFull-Stack Development

Web Developer

Aug 2024 – Dec 2024 · 4 mos · Provo, Utah, United States · On-site

Developed and maintained a large web application for BYU's College of Family History and Genealogy using JavaScript, Java, and PostgreSQL, enhancing the functionality and usability of internal tools used by college staff to interface with genealogical data from thousands of parishes, families, and individuals.
Conducted code reviews and implemented automated testing to ensure software reliability, scalability, and security.

JavaScriptJavaPostgreSQLWeb Development