Hi, my name is

Simon.

I build things for the web

A keen Software Developer/Consultant with 10 years’ experience in IT Professional Services and Web Application development. My main tech interests are; AWS Serverless Application Architecture (Lambda, Fargate etc..), CI/CD (AWS CDK) and frontend development (ReactJS).
I really enjoy working with small companies and startups, as solving new and novel problem with tech is incredibly rewarding. I also enjoy helping development teams, new to certain tech (such as NodeJS or AWS), level up their skills.
With my team of skilled professionals, we’re well-equipped to assist you in building a top-tier software solution for your project. Whether you’re embarking on a new venture or hoping to scale a small idea into a big one please get in touch.

Resume

About Me

A software developer from the UK specializing in web development.

  • 10 years experience as an IT consultant, predominantly in banking projects (Zurich and Singapore).
  • 4 years experience as an independent contractor.
  • 4 years experience working for startups, building products from the ground up.
Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
  • Frontend - JavaScript/TypeScript, React.js, Next.js, D3.js
  • Backend - Node.js, Java (Spring Boot)
  • Testing - Jest, Puppeteer, Cypress
  • AWS - API Gateway, Lambda, Cognito, DynamoDB, EC2, ECS
  • DevOps - Jenkins, Docker, AWS Cloud Development Kit
  • Relational and NoSQL Databases - Postgres, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB

Experience

Senior Software Engineer - Telepathy Labs
Feb 2022 - Current
  • Architect and build several Telepathy Labs software products.
  • Technologies; Node.js, React.js, Next.js, TypeScript, Docker, GraphQL.
  • Schedule, supervise and delegate tasks among other developers.
Chief Technology Officer - Whire
June 2021 - Current
  • Set the technical direction for product development.
  • Manage and oversee all IT related elements of business.
Expert Software Developer - Zühlke Group
Jul 2020 - Jan 2022
  • Responsible for developing IT architectures of innovative software solutions and for strategic client technology consulting.
  • Technologies; Node.js, React.js, TypeScript, Jenkins, Docker, Java (Spring Boot).
  • Frontend Capability Owner: Responsible for reviewing technology horizons (key technologies used in current and future projects) and planning learning for developers.
  • Conducted initial and final stage interviews.
Senior Architect - Appway Singapore
Apr 2018 - Jul 2020
  • Involved in every step of the product development life cycle from requirements to training.
  • Designed and implemented several large-scale enterprise applications.
  • Influenced key stakeholders. Proposed new and alternative solutions taking efficiency, maintainability and client satisfaction into consideration.
  • Trained other developers in the use of Appway and Appway project architecture.
  • Supported and maintained production environments.
Senior Architect - Appway AG
Sep 2014 - Mar 2018
  • Worked both on and offsite with several financial services clients.
  • Designed and built a variety of solutions using Appway. A fully Java+HTML-based Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN) engine that outputs interactive web applications based on a given model of a business process.
  • Held project management responsibilities including project scope planning and client billing.

Education

2011 - 2014
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Computer Science
University of York
Grade: 2:1

My Team

Leveraging established networks in Singapore and Vietnam, I lead a team of skilled professionals dedicated to crafting top-tier software solutions for your project.
With access to a broad pool of talent, we can assemble a team tailored precisely to your project’s requirements.

My team excels in essential aspects of software development, covering:

  • Web Development
  • Backend Development
  • Mobile Development
  • DevOps

Projects

Whire
Whire
Introduction Whire is a Singaporean Tech Startup which helps companies hire great people faster …
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Alpaca Cup
Alpaca Cup
Introduction Alpaca Cup is an event management application for hosting and scoring competitions. The …
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Code Samples

Network Animation
Network Animation

Animating a series of chronological events occurring in network graph. Features sliders for playing and varying speed and an event timeline table with clickable rows.

  • TypeScript
  • React
  • D3.js
Demo
Realtime Crypto Tracker
Realtime Crypto Tracker

A simple web-app exposing the real time market value (USD) of 2 cryptocurrencies BTC and ETH for potential investors.

  • TypeScript
  • React
  • NodeJS
  • REST (TRPC)
  • Web Sockets
Demo
Social Network Api
Social Network Api

Proof of concept for a social network api.

  • NodeJS (TypeScript)
  • GraphQL
  • MongoDB
Demo
Show Reels
Show Reels

Proof of concept web-app for editing short video clips.

  • React
  • NodeJS (TypeScript)
  • GraphQL
  • MongoDB
Demo

Recommendations

Parviz Foroughian
CTO
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AI Logistics Startup
Simon is arguably one of the most talented technologists I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and interacting with. He is a natural problem solver, a pragmatic practitioner of the art and science of software development, and is capable of identifying multiple solutions to a problem and clearly communicating the merits of each possible solution. His measured and assured approach to complex challenges has a calming effect on the entire team, making him a natural leader who leads from the front and by example. And his eagerness to learn new techniques and technologies means he is capable of maintaining his edge and remaining effective and relevant which, given the crazy pace of change in today’s technology landscape, is a must-have but hard-to-find trait.
Harikrishnan Nagarajan
Associate Director
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Bank Julius Baer
Simon is very professional and knowledgeable person, he worked in my project as senior developer. He gave detailed insights of the approach taken which were really helpful in decision making. With experience and depth view we were able to finish the project on time. Keep up the good work and attitude Simon all the best.
Benjamin Marsili
Founder
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Whire
Simon makes state-of-the-art software architecture sound simple, and he delivers. Whether you are starting a new project or restructuring an old stack, his work ethics, drive and sound engineering mind will make the difference between what could have been an expensive failure and a software stack providing a great user as well as developer experience. Working with Simon is investing in your company's sustainable future.

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