i’m happy to talk about work engagements for Q4 2024 and beyond - reach out via email or book a zoom call!
intro
with over 12 years of experience in web development, i bring a unique blend of mathematical problem-solving skills and technical prowess to every project.
my journey began on the frontend during the twilight of jQuery and the dawn of technologies like Backbone, NodeJS and Grunt. today, i’m a versatile full-stack developer. i thrive on translating product requirements into technical solutions.
approach
my background in mathematics enables me to quickly adapt to new technologies and solve complex problems efficiently. i’m a strong advocate for functional programming and believe in building small prototypes to test ideas early in the development process.
core competencies
__ backend development __
10+ years of Ruby on Rails expertise
__ frontend development __
proficient in React, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks like NextJS
__ full-stack integration __
skilled in GraphQL for seamless frontend-backend integration
__ emerging technologies __
recent focus on Elixir & Phoenix LiveView for cutting-edge full-stack development
__ ai & mechanistic interpretability __
completed AI Alignment course by BlueDot Impact and was awarded Best Interactive Deliverable for final project - click here to view the project
__ no/low-code & rapid prototyping __
adept at leveraging no-code tools like Bubble.io, Airtable, and Retool for quick MVP development
project experience
from working with founders to build their first MVPs to delivering high-priority features for larger companies, i’ve successfully contributed to a diverse range of projects. my experience spans:
- prototype development for startup founders
- MVP creation for new ventures
- high-priority roadmap item delivery for established companies
- pure backend/API development
- full-circle frontend and backend integration
- enabling and empowering internal teams, e.g. by
- kick-starting major projects and seamlessly integrating internal staff
- providing technical consultation on solutions utilizing existing resources
- offering ongoing support and guidance during implementation, often in an advisory capacity
my approach not only delivers immediate results but also enhances the capabilities of in-house teams, fostering long-term success and self-sufficiency.
working style
as a remote worker, i prioritize focused deep work and asynchronous communication. however, i’m always ready to engage in valuable synchronous discussions when needed and enjoy participating in kick-off workshops or team meetings in person when possible.
logistics
my time commitment is tailored to each project’s unique needs. for focused projects, i typically dedicate 2-3 man-days (8 hours each) spread across 3-4 days per week. i’m also available for smaller consulting-type engagements, which might involve only one or two calls per month. this flexibility allows me to accommodate various project scales and client needs, ensuring I can provide the right level of attention and expertise to each engagement.
whether you’re a startup looking to validate your idea or an established company needing to accelerate your development roadmap, i’m here to help turn your vision into reality.
i’m happy to talk about work engagements for Q4 2024 and beyond - reach out via email or book a zoom call!
previous employment
October 2017 - December 2019
»Digitalization is an opportunity. We use its potential for meaningful change.«
Roles: Full Stack Developer. Project Manager. Business Strategist. Sales Agent. Marketeer.
During my time at tevim, we were a tight-knit agency/team of five experienced software developers, so everybody had the opportunity (and responsibility) to chip in on different roles. There was a lot of room for personal development and knowledge sharing all whilst working very closely with a range of different customers.
I led workshops for distilling the product value proposition to work on in the early stages of web software MVPs.
Together with our customers we built MVPs of brand-new product ideas and ported existing legacy web systems to the modern mobile world.
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May 2014 - September 2017
»t for translation. Professional translations into any world language.«
Role: Full Stack Developer.
At tolingo I had the opportunity to grow from a Frontend / JavaScript engineer to a full-fledged Full Stack Developer.
We were a small team of 2-3 engineers working on the internal software stack and the customer-facing web-shop.
I worked very closely with our stakeholders to enable the team of sales agents, translation project managers, and translators to deliver high-quality results efficiently through our custom-built software solutions.
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April 2012 - April 2014
»Create your online shop in the cloud.«
Role: Frontend Developer.
ePages was my first professional engagement in the world of web software. I was eager to get out of the theoretical world of pure mathematics academia and I succeeded in picking up the tools and practices of web development very fast thanks to my strong basis in rational problem-solving.
We moved the existing frontend stack to the leading frontend stack of the time. Also, I was part of a spear-heading team that led the way to an all-new version of the software while implementing agile practices into the work-flow.
education
Friedrich Schiller University Jena
October 2009 - September 2011
Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science - Algebra
Role: Teaching & Research Assistant.
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Graduated in August 2009
Master of Science in Mathematics (Grade: A-)
Graduated in February 2008
Vordiplom (This was the original German system. In English this would be the equivalent of a Bachelor’s degree.) in Mathematics (Grade: A) with a minor in Computer Science.
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