Description

Innovative and self-taught Full Stack Developer with over 7 years of extensive experience as a lead developer in the digital agency sector.

Known for a logical approach to problem-solving and strong technical expertise. Skilled in overcoming technical challenges and leading development teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Committed to staying current with industry trends and technologies.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

English
Native or bilingual

Workplace preferences

Remote only

Primarily works remotely

Freelance
Freelance WordPress/Full Stack Developer
DIGITAL AND IT
January 2004 - Today (22 years and 4 months)
Manchester, United Kingdom
Developed custom WordPress themes and plugins tailored to client specifications, enhancing functionality and user experience.

Implemented responsive design techniques to ensure websites perform optimally across various devices and screen sizes.

Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines consistently.

Collaborated with clients globally, providing ongoing support and maintenance to ensure long-term project success.

Implemented SEO best practices and performance optimisation strategies to improve site rankings and speed.
Don't Be Shy
Lead Web Developer
DIGITAL AND IT
April 2022 - April 2023 (1 year)
Manchester, United Kingdom
Led a team of developers in the creation of WordPress themes and plugins, maintaining high coding standards and best practices.

Conducted code reviews and provided constructive feedback to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Acted as a key point of contact for clients, translating business requirements into technical solutions and ensuring project alignment.

Implemented version control and deployment strategies to streamline development workflows and improve efficiency.

Contributed to project scoping, estimating costs, and defining project timelines to deliver solutions within budget and on schedule.
Design By Day
Lead Web Developer
DIGITAL AND IT
December 2015 - February 2022 (6 years and 2 months)
Manchester, United Kingdom
Developed scalable and secure WordPress solutions, integrating custom functionalities to meet client-specific needs.

Collaborated closely with designers and project managers to deliver visually appealing and functional websites.

Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on technical challenges and fostering professional growth within the team.

Managed end-to-end project lifecycles, from initial concept and design to deployment and maintenance.

Implemented performance optimisation techniques, improving site speed and user engagement metrics.