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Senior/Lead dev specialising in clean, maintainable code and keeping tech debt low

I'm a full-stack Rails developer (although recent projects have concentrated on API-only backends with ReactJS front ends managed by different teams). I've been working with Rails for over 10 years (since version 3.x) and have specialised in making code bases that are easy for teams to read, understand and maintain. Key to those goals are: using standardised code styles (ensuring RuboCop and the team's practices are perfectly aligned) writing well-structured, easy-to-understand and fast tests constructive and collaborative code reviews ensuring documentation, from git histories to READMEs and other materials (online and offline) records useful, meaningful information that can be easily kept up to date and in sync with any code changes I've recently been adding GraphQL to my skill set, which also includes PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Redis and other languages (Swift, PHP, JavaScript, and more). On the front end, I have experience both with Rails' native toolset and with ReactJS, Next.js and React Native. I also have experience of platform-native toolsets such as SwiftUI to deliver applications that feel intrinsically like part of the user’s mobile experience. I've worked on projects of various sizes, from scheduling and booking software for a major tech training company to systems allowing TV distributors to sell thousands of hours of programming all over the world. Ideally, I'm looking to work on products with which I can feel personally invested – an exciting product or tech-for-good project would definitely suit me better than a fintech role.

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Senior Software Engineer with more than 10 years of experience mostly focused in Ruby and JS, passionate about technology and self-taught.

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As a developer, my journey started with a curiosity for problem-solving and quickly turned into a passion for crafting elegant, maintainable code. My self-taught roots pushed me to dive deep into both the Ruby and JavaScript ecosystems, which has shaped me into a versatile engineer capable of handling both backend and frontend challenges. This adaptability has allowed me to thrive in complex, dynamic environments, often taking ownership of mission-critical projects that require innovative solutions and leadership. One of my proudest milestones was during my time at Salesloft, where I worked on a project to implement a bulk reschedule action for tasks in a dashboard used by sellers. The dashboard required real-time updates to ensure a smooth user experience, and the system had to handle thousands of tasks efficiently. To solve this, I created a Rails API that processed task IDs in batches using Sidekiq. Each task was passed to a service responsible for updating due dates, while Kafka was used to send updates back to the frontend. I built a component in the frontend that subscribed to Kafka events, ensuring that only the affected tasks were updated, thus minimizing API requests and enhancing performance. This approach preserved the user experience while significantly improving efficiency and scalability. What truly drives me is the opportunity to create software that has a real impact, whether it's streamlining processes, building tools that empower users, or mentoring others to reach their potential. I believe my strength lies in my ability to see the big picture, anticipate challenges, and proactively design solutions that are both scalable and maintainable. I don’t just focus on delivering code, I focus on delivering value. My combination of deep technical expertise, strong communication skills, and passion for problem solving means I can help bridge the gap between development teams and business goals, ensuring that technical solutions align with strategic objectives. I thrive in environments that value collaboration, learning, and innovation, and I’m always ready to tackle the next big challenge with creativity and enthusiasm.

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