Briefly about me...

Code and Theory

Technical Architect

Dec 2017 - Jun 2020 • San Francisco, Los Angeles · Hybrid

• Worked on high-profile client projects including Las Vegas Sands and The Jewish Museum NYC
• Used React, Angular, Typescript, RxJS, Webpack, Gulp, Handlebars, AMP, Contentful API, Docker, Adobe Experience Manager, Drupal, Postman, SCSS, BEM, Optimizely, Hotjar, New Relic
• Led frontend team across multiple concurrent projects
• Held daily and weekly check-ins with clients to ensure project alignment
• Participated in client calls and meetings
• Wrote technical documentation for internal engineering use and architectural reference
• Created client-facing guides for managing and editing web content
• Evaluated frameworks and tools for suitability across new and ongoing projects
• Built functional prototype for the Venetian booking platform
• Led architecture and implementation of final production version of the booking app
• Participated in interviewing and hiring process for frontend roles
• Managed project scope and scheduling within JIRA
• Handled resource allocation and timeline planning for technical tasks
• Temporarily managed project timelines and deliverables in the absence of a producer
• Represented technical strategy during development workshops with clients and vendors

Code and Theory

Senior Web Engineer

Sep 2014 - Dec 2017 • Manhattan, New York, United States · On-site

• Worked on high-profile projects for Bloomberg, Comcast Xfinity, Samsung, Maybelline (L'Oréal), CFR, Guggenheim Investments, Playday, and WWE
• Used AngularJS, BackboneJS, BrisketJS (isomorphic BackboneJS), JavaScript OOP, Finite State Machine, MVC, GSAP (Greensock), SCSS, Compass, Gulp, Grunt, WebGL
• Built functional prototypes under aggressive timelines to support UX/design iteration and concept validation
• Delivered a fully accessible front end for a complete website redesign
• Set up front-end file delivery pipeline for streamlined handoff and deployment
• Led frontend implementation across multiple web application projects
• Built a GulpJS pipeline to generate web component variants for a large-scale site
• Coordinated backend integration with external vendor teams
• Integrated components into a design system browser tool for client-facing variant previews
• Built an interactive prototype for a TV interface as a self-contained app compatible with targeted hardware
• Contributed to the isomorphic rebuild of a major high-traffic site as part of the Web Core Team
• Worked on an AngularJS e-commerce application for consumer product launch
• Resolved performance and rendering issues in a 3D WebGL game
• Refactored front-end codebase for an internal budgeting/timesheet web app, improving feature scalability and performance

Night Agency

Frontend Engineer

May 2012 - Sep 2014 • Manhattan, New York, United States · On-site

• Worked on a diverse client portfolio including Nestlé Powerbar, Nestlé Buitoni, Purina DogChow, Champion & Disney, Champion Athleticwear, Kiehl's, David's Bridal, Hanes, Flywheel, Doodle.ly, American Harvest, Michael Collins, and more
• Utilized a range of key technologies such as HTML/CSS, SCSS, CSS3 animations, JavaScript OOP, HTML5 Canvas, GSAP Greensock, Skrollr, Parallax.js, jQuery, Speech Synthesis API, Foundation Zurb, RoxPHP, Composer PHP, ActionScript, Backbone.js
• Focused on developing web apps, websites, and Facebook Applications
• Demonstrated proficiency in JavaScript, PHP, Ruby, and .NET environments
• Used various tools like CLI, Sublime, Git, Gulp, Ruby Rake, Ruby Sprite Factory, Ruby Watchr, Ruby Middleman, Litmus, Charles (Web Debugging proxy), VMWare with Visual Studio for .NET projects, Sketch, Adobe After Effect, and Adobe Flash

UBERGIG

Full Stack Developer

Feb 2013 - Mar 2013 • Manhattan, New York, United States · Remote

• Led the revamp of the company website by creating a custom WordPress Theme based on provided PSD files
• Performed in-depth WordPress setup and customization, utilizing PHP for improved features
• Created a sophisticated JavaScript animated full-page navigation interface to enhance user interaction
• Effectively oversaw remote project management, maintaining smooth communication and delivering top-notch results on schedule

Self-employed

Full Stack Developer / Web Designer

Mar 2009 - Mar 2012 • Italy · Hybrid

• Implemented and customized WordPress blogs and websites using WordPress as a CMS
• Developed and integrated Joomla + Virtuemart e-commerce website, improving online business capabilities
• Skilled in HTML/CSS, CSS3, PHP, jQuery, and SQL queries for dynamic and responsive web solutions
• Utilized Photoshop for design and mock-ups to create visually appealing interfaces
• Designed Adobe Flash animations to enhance website interactivity and user experience
• Worked with associations and private entities to deliver tailored and effective solutions

IC Digital

Junior 3D Generalist (Autodesk Maya)

Mar 2011 • Milan Area, Italy · Remote

• Executed 3D model rigging, developed Maya shaders, and performed 3D animation
• Created detailed 3D rigging and shading for two humanoid avatars (male and female)
• Integrated humanoid avatars into a web-based interactive medical application
• Utilized After Effects compositing techniques for a polished final presentation

Self-employed

Full Stack Developer / Web Designer

Oct 2009 - Jul 2010 • Italy · Hybrid

• Implemented PHP vTiger CRM on an intranet Ubuntu Server with custom features
• Managed hardware/software setup for Ubuntu server, network, and client terminals
• Showcased expertise in PHP, LAMP, and SQL coding for scalable solutions
• Enhanced data efficiency by migrating MS Access MDB database to MySQL
• Led offsite PHP developer in creating a custom module for vTiger CRM, demonstrating teamwork and leadership skills

BigRock Institute of Magic Technologies

3D Character Animator (Autodesk Maya)

Jan 2009 - Feb 2009 • Treviso Area, Italy · Apprenticeship

• Collaborated on a 3D short movie for Gruppo Alcuni srl, contributing as a 3D character animator for a 180-frame scene, for 'PetPals and Marco Polo code,' released in European theaters and later as a DVD
• Specialized in Autodesk Maya for character animations

IC Digital

Full Stack Developer / SEO Specialist

Oct 2007 - Jul 2008 • Milan, Italy · Full-time

• Handled Full Stack Development and SEO activities for pharmaceutical and major brand clients
• Performed SQL database tasks using Navicat for analysis purposes
• Generated SEO reports utilizing tools such as Urchin, Advanced Web Ranking, and Google Analytics
• Oversaw Google Analytics accounts and enhanced websites for cross-browser functionality
• Created visually appealing ad banners through graphic design work
• Ensured HTML/CSS code adhered to W3C standards

Self-employed

Full Stack Developer / Web Designer

2005 - Oct 2007 • Italy · Hybrid

• Managed full-cycle development and design projects for a range of clients, such as associations and private entities
• Skilled in both Full Stack Development and Visual Design
• Created bespoke PHP & MySQL backends to replace CMS requirements in projects
• Utilized Flash animations and Photoshop to craft engaging interfaces
• Successfully executed e-commerce initiatives with OsCommerce
• Expertise in HTML and CSS for responsive website creation
• Worked closely with clients to provide customized solutions that surpassed expectations