Hi, I’m Hagil Tan, a senior design engineer and full-stack developer. I’ve built high-retention SaaS and fintech platforms for over four years, partnering with founders to bridge pixel-perfect design and production-ready code. I specialize in architecting scalable solutions with Next.js (15+) and Laravel (11+), delivering top Lighthouse performance and measurable boosts in user engagement. I take ownership of the design-to-dev bridge, ensuring projects ship with zero visual or technical debt. I am proactive, collaborative and excited to bring high-impact, accessible design and robust engineering to every project. I proactively own the design-to-dev bridge, ensuring high-stake projects ship with zero visual or technical debt, and I continuously evolve design systems and processes to maintain top-tier product quality and performance.

Hi, I’m Hagil Tan, a senior design engineer and full-stack developer. I’ve built high-retention SaaS and fintech platforms for over four years, partnering with founders to bridge pixel-perfect design and production-ready code. I specialize in architecting scalable solutions with Next.js (15+) and Laravel (11+), delivering top Lighthouse performance and measurable boosts in user engagement. I take ownership of the design-to-dev bridge, ensuring projects ship with zero visual or technical debt. I am proactive, collaborative and excited to bring high-impact, accessible design and robust engineering to every project. I proactively own the design-to-dev bridge, ensuring high-stake projects ship with zero visual or technical debt, and I continuously evolve design systems and processes to maintain top-tier product quality and performance.

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Hi, I’m Hagil Tan, a senior design engineer and full-stack developer. I’ve built high-retention SaaS and fintech platforms for over four years, partnering with founders to bridge pixel-perfect design and production-ready code. I specialize in architecting scalable solutions with Next.js (15+) and Laravel (11+), delivering top Lighthouse performance and measurable boosts in user engagement. I take ownership of the design-to-dev bridge, ensuring projects ship with zero visual or technical debt. I am proactive, collaborative and excited to bring high-impact, accessible design and robust engineering to every project.

I proactively own the design-to-dev bridge, ensuring high-stake projects ship with zero visual or technical debt, and I continuously evolve design systems and processes to maintain top-tier product quality and performance.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Full-Stack Developer at Asbir Tech
January 1, 2022 - February 1, 2026
Spearheaded platform development through targeted technical architecture and high-performance design. Developed and designed a full-stack promo engine (Next.js / Laravel) that utilized behavioral triggers to deliver personalized rewards, driving a 30% increase in 30-day user retention. Forecasted technical requirements and created engineering plans to replace legacy systems with efficient, scalable solutions. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated customer care and evolving market needs. Evaluated competitor performance and technology trends to maintain platform superiority. Built and maintained strong relationships with key technical contacts and external API providers. Served as Internal UI/UX Consultant and Mentor.
UI / UX Designer at Asbir Tech
January 1, 2022 - February 1, 2026
Directed platform design by merging competitive research with technical feasibility to ensure superior visual and functional performance. Developed a high-conversion Next.js Promo Engine using behavioral psychology to drive measurable user loyalty and retention. Optimized legacy workflows by identifying UX friction and shipping streamlined interactive prototypes that simplified complex system logic. Synced design and engineering teams to transform market requirements into high-fidelity, intuitive customer interfaces. Architected the company’s first unified Design System and mentored cross-functional teams on accessibility and interaction standards.
Freelance Graphic Designer (Web Specialist) at Self-employed
December 1, 2019 - June 1, 2021
Specialized in creating web-ready assets (SVG icons, UI components, and layouts) by collaborating directly with development teams. Used Adobe XD and Figma to hand off optimized, production-ready assets to dev teams, reducing frontend asset load times. Focused on the design-to-dev bridge, ensuring assets were optimized for fast loads and seamless integration in modern frameworks like Next.js and Vue. Acted as a translator between creative vision and technical feasibility.
Graphic Designer at Dumaguete Neo Strategic Solutions
February 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Focused on creating web-ready assets (SVG icons, UI components, and layouts) and refreshing brand identity. Collaborated with marketing and development teams to translate strategic direction into high-quality visuals. Used Adobe XD and Figma to hand off production-ready assets, reducing frontend load times and enabling smooth integration into digital products.
Search Engine Optimization Manager at Dumaguete Neo Strategic Solutions
February 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Researched user behavior and search data to inform site navigation, content hierarchy, and tactical SEO. Designed and executed marketing materials balancing aesthetic appeal with conversion optimization best practices.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology at Foundation University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other