Senior Full Stack Developer
February 2025 - November 2025
Ministry of
Defence | Contract
There is a strict non-disclosure in place here. Backend specialist focused on building scalable, secure,
and high-availability applications. Leveraging Node.js,
TypeScript, and Serverless technologies, low-latency
core services with a strong emphasis on data protection via
OAuth/JWT. A proponent of Test-Driven Development.
Dedicated to modern best practices and performance
optimization, building reusable, visually
compelling components. with strong expertise in
extending application functionality through the
seamless integration of specialized tools and
libraries to enhance the overall user experience.
Contract
Fullstack
Typescript
Node JS
Serverless
React
Jest
Postgres
Senior Full Stack Developer | Tech Lead
January 2024 - December 2024
Codeium | Contract
Played a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining core
services that power scalable, high-performance, and secure
applications. Leveraged modern technologies such as Node.js,
TypeScript, Serverless frameworks, and secure API design to
deliver low-latency, high-availability systems. Integrated
OAuth/JWT authentication and data storage solutions while
ensuring robust security and data protection. Committed to
writing clean, reusable, and testable code through Test-Driven
Development, streamlining development workflows and fostering
effective team collaboration.
Designed and implemented user-friendly, responsive, and
feature-rich interfaces using React. Applied best practices and
kept abreast of the latest front-end trends to build efficient,
visually appealing components that enhance user experience.
Extended functionality by integrating libraries and tools
tailored to project needs.
Contract
Fullstack
Typescript
Node JS
Serverless
React
Jest
Postgres
Senior Back End Developer
March 2023 - December 2023
made.com | Contract
I refactored and optimised legacy codebases to align company
coding standards, and branding requirements. I engineered
modular, reusable, and highly testable components, leveraging
Test Driven Development (TDD) to ensure code reliability and
maintainability. My responsibilities included architecting and
deploying Node.js and serverless solutions, implementing secure
RESTful APIs, and integrating third-party libraries to extend
system functionality. I translated detailed technical
specifications into robust front-end components, ensuring
pixel-perfect UI fidelity and seamless user experiences.
I designed and implemented distributed, low-latency, and highly
available applications with a strong focus on security,
including data encryption and access control. I integrated
scalable data storage solutions, normalised and optimised
database schemas, and managed OAuth 2.0 and JWT-based
authentication flows to enforce secure access. Throughout the
SDLC, I championed CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and code
reviews to uphold best practices in software engineering, code
quality, and system security.
Contract
Backend
Node JS
API
Security Policy
Docker
CI/CD
Jest
Postgres
Senior Full Stack Developer
July 2022 - February 2023
Shell Energy | Contract
I designed and developed efficient, testable, and reusable
software modules and classes, ensuring high code quality and
maintainability. I actively contributed to the planning,
conceptualization, and architectural design of complex systems,
including darkrmation architecture, collaborating closely with
cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with
business goals. My responsibilities included building robust
Node.js and Serverless APIs, integrating essential libraries,
and continuously enhancing functionality to meet evolving
requirements. I meticulously ensured that all components were
developed according to detailed specifications, maintaining
consistency and reliability across the codebase.
Additionally, I managed the configuration and integration of
payment services, including setting up webhooks and payment
gateways to facilitate secure and seamless transactions. I
designed and implemented database schemas using GraphQL to
optimize data retrieval and manipulation. My expertise extended
to integrating authentication mechanisms such as OAuth and JWT
tokens to enforce secure access control. Throughout all stages
of software development, I advocated for and implemented best
practices, promoting code quality, security, and scalability to
deliver high-performance applications aligned with industry
standards.
Contract
Fullstack
Node JS
React
GraphQL
Mongo
API
OAuth
AWS Lambda
Senior Full Stack Developer | Technical Lead
June 2021 - July 2022
Studio Rotate | Contract
Inspire and lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality
digital products, consistently promoting best practices across
all areas of software development. I thrive on solving complex
technical and architectural challenges, collaborating
effectively with technology stakeholders beyond my immediate
team to ensure seamless integration and delivery. My experience
includes contributing to the planning, concept, and design of
robust information architectures, as well as integrating
advanced data storage solutions.
My technical expertise spans building efficient, testable, and
reusable modules and classes using modern frameworks such as
Nuxt js and developing scalable APIs with Node.js and Serverless
on AWS. I have a proven track record of configuring payment
services, webhooks, and payment gateways, building secure
database schemas, and implementing OAuth and JWT token
integrations. I ensure all components are built to detailed
specifications while continuously adding libraries and new
functionality to enhance product capabilities.
Backend
Serverless
AWS Lambda
API
Node JS
Koa JS/Express JS
Commerce Layer API
Senior Back End Developer
December 2020 - June 2021
Sainsburys
Digital Tech & Data | Contract
Lead the systematic refactoring and optimization of existing
codebases by rigorously applying industry-recognized best
practices, design patterns, and coding standards to enhance code
quality, maintainability, and scalability across projects.
Architect and develop sophisticated middleware solutions
utilizing GraphQL and Next.js frameworks to support and
integrate with the Google DV360 advertising platform, ensuring
efficient data querying, real-time communication, and seamless
interoperability between services. Consistently produce
reusable, modular, and highly testable code by adhering to a
disciplined Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodology, which
drives early bug detection and improves overall software
reliability.
Design, develop, and deploy low-latency, highly available, and
performance-optimized applications that can handle large-scale
traffic and demanding business requirements without compromising
responsiveness or stability. Implement comprehensive security
strategies, including data encryption, authentication, and
authorization mechanisms, to protect sensitive information and
ensure compliance with data protection regulations. Engineer and
integrate a variety of data storage solutions, including
relational and NoSQL databases, to support flexible, durable,
and scalable data management tailored to the needs of complex,
data-driven applications.
Contract
Backend
Graph QL
AWS Lambda
API
Node JS
Next JS
Google DV360
Senior Full Stack Developer | Team Lead
December 2019 - November 2020
KFC | Permanent
Work collaboratively across multiple cross-functional teams,
including Mobile, Back End, Front End, and DevOps, to ensure all
projects meet and exceed defined business requirements and
objectives. Lead the design and development of complex
integrations between our digital ordering platforms, point of
sale (POS) systems, payment processing solutions, and other
interconnected tools, providing seamless and efficient
interaction across these systems.
Spearhead the development of robust, scalable, and secure APIs
using Node.js and Serverless frameworks, ensuring high
performance and reliability. Implement OAuth and JWT token-based
authentication mechanisms to safeguard access to sensitive data
and services. Design and optimize database schemas for both SQL
and NoSQL databases, ensuring efficient data storage and
retrieval. Continuously enhance system functionality by
integrating new libraries and features, while adhering to best
practices in software development to maintain code quality,
security, and scalability.
Permanent
Backend
Frontend
Serverless
AWS Lambda
API
Node JS
Koa JS/Express JS
Postgres
Senior Front End Developer
February 2019 - November 2019
Preqin | Contract
Take ownership of the development and continuous enhancement of
the primary front-end platform, which includes the company
website, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience. Lead
the design and implementation of innovative, user-facing
features that improve functionality and drive user engagement.
Create detailed technical specifications and architectural
designs for new complex applications, as well as for the
modification and maintenance of existing intricate systems,
ensuring alignment with business goals and technical
requirements.
Conduct thorough code analysis and requirements gathering to
identify key code quality metrics, assess system risks, and
evaluate software reliability to deliver robust and maintainable
solutions. Perform comprehensive performance tuning,
optimization, load balancing, and usability improvements to
maximize application responsiveness and stability under diverse
operating conditions. Execute rigorous testing procedures to
ensure the highest quality standards and user satisfaction.
Proficient in modern JavaScript technologies including React,
Vanilla JS, and Elasticsearch for implementing efficient,
scalable, and feature-rich front-end solutions.
Contract
Backend
Frontend
ElasticSearch
React JS
API
Node JS
Koa JS/Express JS
Jest
Senior Front End Developer
January 2018 - December 2018
MelodyVR |
Contract
Lead the full-stack development, design, and construction of an
integration solution for a Content Management System (CMS)
leveraging Node.js and React within an AWS Serverless
environment. Architect and implement seamless integration with
various data storage solutions to ensure efficient data
management and accessibility. Develop modular, reusable, and
highly testable code components and classes to promote
maintainability and scalability across the platform. Overseenotirrfs
rigorous testing processes and ensure timely deployment of the
application into production environments. Actively contribute to
the planning, conceptualization, and design of the overall
information architecture, aligning technical solutions with
business objectives.
Design and develop a sophisticated React.js front-end
application for the CMS, providing an intuitive and responsive
user experience. Offer ongoing technical guidance and support to
the development team throughout the application lifecycle to
foster collaboration and successful delivery. Analyze business
requirements meticulously and translate them into a coherent
component-based architecture within constrained timeframes.
Define and establish the front-end application architecture,
ensuring scalability, performance, and consistency across the
CMS platform.
Contract
Frontend
React JS
API
Node JS
Vanilla
Node JS
Senior Back End Developer
April 2017 - November 2017
Big Clever Learning | Contract
Architect, develop, and maintain a suite of microservice
applications focused on counselling services, utilizing Koa,
React, Swagger, and Node.js technologies. Address and resolve
complex performance bottlenecks and architectural challenges to
ensure scalable and efficient system operation. Integrate a
variety of data storage solutions, including MySQL, PostgreSQL,
and MongoDB, to support diverse data requirements and optimize
data flow. Build efficient, reusable, and testable modules and
classes that adhere to best practices and coding standards. Lead
comprehensive testing efforts, including unit testing with Jest
and Mocha (using mock and dontMock techniques), and manage
smooth deployments into production environments. Update, repair,
and enhance legacy codebases and generic applications to improve
reliability and extend functionality.
Actively contribute to the planning, conceptualization, and
design of information architecture to align technical strategies
with business goals. Extend and enhance Node.js microservices
APIs by adding libraries and developing new features, ensuring
robust backend functionality. Manage and run development
environments through Docker containers and local services to
streamline workflows and ensure consistency. Develop React
components for counselling service applications using
Material-UI, delivering user-friendly and visually consistent
interfaces built to detailed specifications. Design and
implement database schemas tailored to application needs and
configure payment services integration with Stripe, including
webhook setup for secure transaction processing. Utilize Redux
and Redux Saga middleware to manage complex application state
and side effects, ensuring smooth frontend performance and
responsiveness.
Contract
Frontend
Backend
React JS
API
Node JS
MySQL
Postegres
Mongo DB
Senior Back End Developer
October 2016 - March 2017
FutureBrand |
Contract
Led OAuth and SAML integration initiatives for enterprise
clients, architecting secure authentication systems that scaled
across multiple markets. Designed and implemented reusable
backend modules with comprehensive test coverage, improving code
maintainability and reducing deployment cycles. Solved critical
performance bottlenecks in legacy systems while gradually
modernizing the codebase. Built custom Craft CMS plugins
extending asset management capabilities for global brand
clients. Contributed to early-stage concepting for digital
experience pitches, translating client requirements into
technical specifications. Developed full-stack features spanning
MySQL data layers, PHP/OAuth2 backends, and interactive frontend
components using jQuery and Ajax.
Contract
Frontend
OAuth
SAML
Craft CMW
MySQL
JQuery
AJax
PHP
Laravel
Senior Full Stack Developer | Team Lead
January 2015 - September 2016
Purple Bridge Publishing | Permanent
Led development team in architecting and delivering enterprise
web applications on LAMP stack infrastructure. Established
engineering standards including TDD practices with PHPUnit,
CI/CD pipelines, and Docker-based deployment workflows that
improved release velocity and code quality. Partnered with
directors and business analysts to translate complex business
requirements into scalable technical solutions. Designed data
models and API architectures supporting multi-project
initiatives across the organization. Mentored junior engineers
through code reviews and pair programming, elevating team
capabilities while maintaining multiple production codebases.
Built office management software and data analysis tools thatPHP
streamlined internal operations.
Permanent
Frontend
Backend
PHP
API
Laravel
MySQL
Postegres
Wordpress
CI/CD
AWS
