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Hi, I’m Dan Edington. I’m a Senior Frontend Engineer with 20+ years of experience building scalable, high-performance web applications using React.js, TypeScript and Next.js.
I focus on frontend architecture, component-driven development, and design systems with a strong emphasis on performance and accessibility (WCAG 2.1+). I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, accessible frontend solutions and mentor junior engineers.
I also have experiene in 3D development specialising in real-time graphics and interactive experiences using Three.js and WebGL. I have built and maintained a variety of 3D tools, optimising performance and rendering pipelines and have developed AR applications, integrating spatial interactions and cross-platform functionality.
Skills
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Senior Frontend Engineer at Fuze Software
February 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026Led frontend architecture and development of a React.js and TypeScript app for a solar CRM platform; built interactive 3D visualizations with React Three Fiber and Three.js; developed data processing pipelines enabling real-time rendering of geospatial data; offloaded heavy computations to web workers; designed algorithms to improve data accuracy and reliability by ~60%; collaborated with backend teams to integrate APIs and deliver scalable frontend solutions; delivered features in a fast-paced agile environment, ensuring accessibility (WCAG 2.1+).
Senior Frontend Engineer at ON
August 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Created TypeScript and Next.js starter framework used across multiple CMS-driven client websites; built reusable component libraries and design systems; improved frontend performance and accessibility (WCAG 2.1+; ARIA); developed internal CLI tools using Node.js; collaborated with designers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality responsive web applications.
Senior Front End Engineer at Stitched.co.uk
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023Owned frontend architecture as the sole frontend engineer on an e-commerce platform built on Elixir/Phoenix LiveView; rebuilt frontend using modern JavaScript, improving performance and UX; implemented scalable design system documented in Storybook; enabled backend engineers to build pages from Figma designs; improved accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.1, ARIA); developed interactive product visuals using WebGL and Three.js; collaborated with cross-functional teams.
Senior Front End Engineer at DEPT
June 1, 2019 - September 1, 2021Led frontend delivery across large-scale CMS-driven websites for major international brands; used React.js, Next.js, and TypeScript; provided technical leadership on frontend architecture and implementation decisions; contributed to frontend strategy; established accessibility standards across teams; mentored junior and mid-level developers; designed and implemented design systems and UI engineering; collaborated with backend teams to deliver scalable frontend solutions; delivered features in an agile environment.
Frontend Engineer at Lad Bible Group
April 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017Developed features for a high-traffic React-based media platform; contributed to development of a custom CMS built in React.js and TypeScript; improved frontend performance and accessibility; built frontend components and features; contributed to design system adoption documented in Storybook; collaborated with designers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, responsive web applications.
Frontend & Full-Stack Engineer at Various Agencies & In-house
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2016Delivered web applications across agency and in-house environments; built strong foundations in JavaScript, TypeScript, React.js and other web technologies; developed UI components, frontend architecture, and full-stack solutions; adapted to diverse client requirements and fast-paced environments.
Senior Frontend Engineer at Stitched.co.uk
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023Own frontend architecture as the sole frontend engineer on an e-commerce platform built on Shopify; Rebuilt frontend using modern JavaScript and CSS architecture; Implemented scalable design system documented in Storybook; Improved accessibility (WCAG 2.1+); Delivered interactive product visualization features; Built internal CLI tools using Node.js that reduced development time by around 45 minutes; Collaborated with designers and stakeholders to deliver responsive web apps.
Senior Frontend Engineer at DEPT
June 1, 2019 - September 1, 2021Led frontend delivery across multiple large CMS-driven websites for major international brands; Built frontend architecture with React.js, Next.js and TypeScript; Contributed to technical strategy and long-term development standards; Established accessibility standards and led adoption across teams; Mentored junior and mid-level developers; Built design systems and Storybook integration; Developed internal tooling to improve performance and collaboration; Improved accessibility and performance across platforms.
Frontend & Full Stack Engineer at Various Agencies / In-House (Freelance)
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2016Delivered web applications across agency and in-house environments; Built strong foundations in JavaScript, TypeScript, React.js and other web technologies; Developed UI components and full-stack solutions to meet client needs.
Education
Higher National Diploma, Graphic Design at City College, Manchester
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026GCSEs including English, Maths, Science and IT at Urmston Grammar School, Manchester
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design at Manchester City College
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026Qualifications
Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026GCSEs (English, Maths, Science and IT)
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail
Skills
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