Charlie J.

Charlie J.

London, United Kingdom
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About Me

Charles is a Lead JavaScript Developer providing technical consulting to management, business users, and technical associates - building websites, mobile applications, desktop applications and software solutions using JavaScript, React and React Native. He acquires and interprets business requirements, determines appropriate technologies to integrate interfaces with server-side services, and researches and improves coding standards.

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Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Lead JavaScript Developer
2022 - Present (3 years)
Remote
  • Creating and developing innovative software solutions for clients across a broad range of industries.

  • Participate in scrums consisting of cross-functional teams, both software and hardware.

  • Ensure that features are being delivered efficiently and on-time.

WalkUp by Dojo
WalkUp by Dojo
Squad Tech Lead
2020 - 2022 (2 years)
London, United Kingdom
  • Led technical processes to support frontend, backend data and QA tasks for WalkUp - aligning solutions with design needs.

  • Oversaw processes to deliver iOS and Android apps and multiple web products on the WalkUp platform.

  • Developed and implemented mission-critical solutions to optimize real-time events and enhance queue updates across different restaurants.

BlackCat Technology Solutions Ltd
BlackCat Technology Solutions Ltd
Lead JavaScript Developer
2019 - 2019
London, United Kingdom
  • Led a team of devs to design, develop and implement a new web solution for ICIS.

  • Devised and implemented solutions to ensure 100% code coverage for the new website - staying up-to-date on best practices.

  • Trained and mentored junior devs on the project through code reviews, bug fixes and retrospectives.

BlackCat Technology Solutions Ltd
BlackCat Technology Solutions Ltd
Lead JavaScript Developer
2018 - 2018
London, United Kingdom
  • Built and led a team of devs on a large mono repo project to deliver new web and native applications for the ICIS marketplace.

  • Executed functional testing routines to ensure 100% code coverage and deployed both the web and native applications.

  • Managed and enhanced the dev process on the project - configuring deployment pipelines and delivering quality solutions.

Curious Squid
Curious Squid
Lead JavaScript Developer
2018 - Present (7 years)
London, United Kingdom
  • Develop technical roadmaps on projects, keep tech debt in check and consistently maintain and improve codebase health for clients.

  • Take ownership of solutions across projects - identifying opportunities to scope, design and implement new solutions.

  • Support continuous improvement on multiple projects by staying up-to-date on JavaScript trends and best practices.

EventsTag
EventsTag
JavaScript Developer
2017 - 2018 (1 year)
London, United Kingdom
  • Designed and implemented new desktop applications for EventsTag's customized photo booth solution.

  • Engineered and executed solutions to manipulate images and integrated the application with printers and photo booths.

  • Collaborated with internal teams to maintain software quality and address feedback on application performance.

Reading Room
Reading Room
Frontend Developer
2015 - 2017 (2 years)
London, United Kingdom
  • Developed and implemented technical frontend solutions based on requirements and the client’s specific environment.

  • Built, shipped and maintained features on solutions using frontend-focused tools, frameworks and best practices.

  • Maintained code quality, diagnosed and fixed bugs and performance bottlenecks on solutions.

Graftt
Graftt
Design Officer
2014 - 2015 (1 year)
London, United Kingdom
  • Designed, developed and deployed multiple IoT devices and products for Graftt.

  • Provided design concepts to enhance project completion in line with Graftt's goals and requirements.

  • Maintained efficiency and made sure IoT products fell within the projected parameters.

UCL Enterprise Society
UCL Enterprise Society
Graphic Designer
2012 - 2013 (1 year)
London, United Kingdom
  • Designed and created artworks, graphics and videos for the society and society-related events.

  • Supported the development of banners, business cards, stands, brochures and websites for high-visibility purposes.

  • Managed multiple projects from proof of concepts, gaining feedback to publication on the project.

Nine Studios
Nine Studios
Software Developer / Designer
2010 - 2014 (4 years)
London, United Kingdom
  • Defined, designed, implemented, and supported a full suite of proprietary tools for smart home products.

  • Recommended software upgrades and maintained existing software to improve performance and correct errors.

  • Maintained and enhanced components through design specifications, coding, debugging, configuration, and documentation.

Showcase

Lead Frontend Developer - WalkUp
Lead Frontend Developer - WalkUp
  • WalkUp introduces an innovative queuing system for restaurants.

  • The platform provides native iOS and Android apps and web products.

  • WalkUp has successfully delivered a seated guest capacity of 800,000 per week.

Lead JavaScript Developer - BlackCat
Lead JavaScript Developer - BlackCat
  • Led a team of JavaScript devs in the design, build, and implementation of a new website and mobile application for ICIS.

  • Ensured 100% code coverage on solutions during the development process.

  • Executed functional tests and configured mobile deployment pipelines.

JavaScript Developer - EventsTag
JavaScript Developer - EventsTag
  • Developed innovative solutions for EventsTag to create interactive experiences for social media sharing.

  • Designed and implemented desktop applications and integrations with printers and photo booths.

  • Focused on building and delivering experiential technology, enhancing content creation and engagement.

Education

MSc. Technology Entrepreneurship
MSc. Technology Entrepreneurship
UCL
2012 - 2013 (1 year)
B.Eng Product Design and Manufacturing
B.Eng Product Design and Manufacturing
The University of Nottingham
2009 - 2012 (3 years)