• Led rebuild of the Music Genome Project UI and workflow.
• 30+ years of experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• 25+ years of design experience.
• Experience with Agile Development methodologies.
• Extensive knowledge of touch-screen and alternative entry environments.
• Background in Fine Arts, Fashion, and Graphic Design.
Advanced skills in JavaScript, CSS, HTML, Figma, and Illustrator.
My mom says I’m pretty funny, as well...
Design Systems Lead, Sirius XM
Mar, 2020 - Present
Leading product design and front-end engineering technology initiatives at SiriusXM.
Developing and maintaining the TUNE design system for SiriusXM, Pandora, Adswizz & Simplecast platforms
Overseeing front-end engineering processes and best practices
Ensuring cross-platform consistency and responsiveness
Lead Product Design Technologist & Front-End Engineer, Pandora
Mar, 2015 - Present
Transitioned from Front-End Engineer to Lead Product Design Technologist, merging design and engineering skillsets.
Redesigned and helped build new complex ontological mapping interface for the Music Genome Project
Created high-fidelity prototypes and production-level front-end code
Implemented accessibility best practices across Pandora web properties
Collaborated with product managers, user research, and QA for seamless releases
Lead Front-End Developer, Netpulse
Jan, 2011 - Feb, 20154 years 1 month
Built the Netpulse touch screen entertainment GUI in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 for multiple fitness environments.
Led agile development and peer code reviews
Maintained a multi-language codebase (C++, Qt/QML, Python, JS)
Optimized interactive user interfaces in fitness centers
Lead Fashion & Graphic Designer, FRUITION
Apr, 2006 - May, 20115 years 1 month
Created clothing lines, web properties, advertising, company branding, shop signage, and collateral.
Collaborated with large design entities (Vans, UNDFTD, Stussy, Jeremy Scott, etc...)
Directed branding and creative solutions for multiple product lines
Lead Developer & Art Director, Pregame.com
Jan, 2002 - Jan, 20119 years
Developed a high-traffic sports statistics website from the ground up, focusing on web development and design.
Increased revenue from under $2K to over $1M with strategic automation
Saved $250K by automating repetitive manual tasks
Oversaw full-stack development, marketing, and creative efforts
Developer, HelloNetwork.com
Jan, 1999 - Sep, 20023 years 8 months
JAVA, ASP Classic & .NET Development, Brand Development, Graphic Design, Print Design, SEO, Web UI.
Led ASP/.NET development and brand identity efforts
Improved SEO and web accessibility
Feb, 2021 - May, 20221 year 3 months
I redesigned and rebuilt the workflow and UI used to identify music for the MGP. The work of my team changed the way that Pandora and SXM are able to map more than 500 possible musical data-points for any track or musical work in our catalogue.
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
Web-Components
StencilJS
React
Angular
Vue
NPM
Figma
Storybook
Illustrator
Photoshop
Sketch
Framer
CI/CD
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Build Pipelines
Jenkins
Docker
GitHub Actions
Gitlab Actions
Travis CI
Meeting Organization
JIRA
Monday Boards
Atlassian
Scrum
Kanban
Peer Reviews
Design Reviews
Agile Methodologies
Computer Science, Associate of Science, College of Southern Nevada
Sep, 1997 - May, 2000
Art, Photography, Music, Diploma, Las Vegas Academy of Int'l Studies, Performing and Visual Arts
Sep, 1993 - May, 1997
ORCID:0009-0001-6785-2107, ORCID
Issued on: May 01, 2024
ORCID:0009-0001-6785-2107 , ORCID
Awarded on: May 01, 2024
A persistent digital identifier distinguishing me from other researchers, linking all my work in a single profile.
Volunteer, DISCOVERY Children's Museum
Jan, 1999 - Jan, 2005
Science and Technology volunteer focusing on computer design and literacy classes for students (ages 10–18).
Taught computer design and literacy classes to students ages 10–18
Served for 6 years providing educational support in a museum setting
Volunteer, Catholic Charities USA
Apr, 1997 - Aug, 1997
Poverty alleviation volunteer assisting in food-service and transitional housing at the Las Vegas St. Vincent Shelter.
Provided meal preparation and distribution
Supported clients in transitional housing assistance
Social Justice and Equity Committee Chairperson, Maya Lin School
Sep, 2018 - Jun, 2023
Focused on civil rights and social action by leading efforts to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism across school policies, programs, and community outreach.
Chaired the Social Justice & Equity Committee for 4+ years
Collaborated with administration, classes, and PTA to implement inclusive programs and practices
Fine Arts
Music
Graphic Design
Photography
Mike Pouncy gets it. His focus on detail and creative execution is second to none. An expert communicator in technical and artistic realms, his calm clarity brings focus and execution to any team.
Mike is the full package! I had the pleasure of working with Mike for almost 2 years at Netpulse. He has an immaculate attention to detail, is an excellent and proactive problem solver, and can work some amazing front end magic. Between his design and programming skills and his easy going personality, I would highly recommend him as a great addition to any team!
Mike impressed upon me most a devotion to quality work and a personality conducive to a team's success. We developed a touch screen GUI together, in which Mike could be relied upon for his encyclopedic knowledge of the code, advice for swift and clean solutions to complex problems, and charming humor. He made me feel welcome and part of the team from day one. I extend my utmost recommendation for Mike to any team so fortunate to have him.