I'm a software engineer and web developer with 15+ years of experience across many languages and domains. I started out as a freelancer, then worked in a range of startups and large companies (Sky, Financial Times, Automattic) where I grew my skills. I am now a father and returned to freelance for a better work - life balance. I am most proficient in Javascript, Typescript, HTML, CSS, PHP, Python, Node, React, but given my level of experience, I can easily pick up new languages or frameworks as a project requires. Some of my past work included - Developing a cryptocurrency trading bot in Python, using machine learning and AI for predicting prices and making profitable trades. - At Automattic, I worked as part of the team developing WooCommerce and many WordPress plugins - At Financial Times I worked on delivering front-end features and building backend microservices to power the ft.com website. - I built and sold a Shopify App - I've worked in rapid startup and agency environments, prototying, experimenting and delivering digital products quickly - I've worked as a freelancer, collaborating with clients to build their projects and dreams.

Alex Florisca

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I'm a software engineer and web developer with 15+ years of experience across many languages and domains. I started out as a freelancer, then worked in a range of startups and large companies (Sky, Financial Times, Automattic) where I grew my skills. I am now a father and returned to freelance for a better work - life balance. I am most proficient in Javascript, Typescript, HTML, CSS, PHP, Python, Node, React, but given my level of experience, I can easily pick up new languages or frameworks as a project requires. Some of my past work included - Developing a cryptocurrency trading bot in Python, using machine learning and AI for predicting prices and making profitable trades. - At Automattic, I worked as part of the team developing WooCommerce and many WordPress plugins - At Financial Times I worked on delivering front-end features and building backend microservices to power the ft.com website. - I built and sold a Shopify App - I've worked in rapid startup and agency environments, prototying, experimenting and delivering digital products quickly - I've worked as a freelancer, collaborating with clients to build their projects and dreams.

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I’m a software engineer and web developer with 15+ years of experience across many languages and domains.

I started out as a freelancer, then worked in a range of startups and large companies (Sky, Financial Times, Automattic) where I grew my skills. I am now a father and returned to freelance for a better work - life balance.

I am most proficient in Javascript, Typescript, HTML, CSS, PHP, Python, Node, React, but given my level of experience, I can easily pick up new languages or frameworks as a project requires.

Some of my past work included

  • Developing a cryptocurrency trading bot in Python, using machine learning and AI for predicting prices and making profitable trades.
  • At Automattic, I worked as part of the team developing WooCommerce and many WordPress plugins
  • At Financial Times I worked on delivering front-end features and building backend microservices to power the ft.com website.
  • I built and sold a Shopify App
  • I’ve worked in rapid startup and agency environments, prototying, experimenting and delivering digital products quickly
  • I’ve worked as a freelancer, collaborating with clients to build their projects and dreams.
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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent

Work Experience

Software Engineer at Personal Project
May 5, 2025 - Present
Building a Cryptocurrency trading application in Python using machine learning and AI to make accurate price predictions
Software Engineer at Automattic
October 24, 2022 - April 2, 2025
Part of the team building WooCommerce and other WordPress plugins
Web Developer at Financial Times
September 5, 2018 - September 5, 2022
responsible for building and maintaining the FT website using a microservice architecture,
Full Stack Web Developer at Sky
September 5, 2015 - September 5, 2016
Built a full stack React + node app for NowTV

Education

Masters in Avioncs Systems Engineering at University of Bristol
September 5, 2007 - September 5, 2011
Complex systems design and various programming languages
A levels at Sandrigham School
September 5, 2004 - September 5, 2006
Physics, Maths, IT, Business

Qualifications

Masters in Avionics Systems Engineering
September 5, 2025 - September 5, 2025
Complex systems design and programming in various languages

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet