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Hi, I'm Edward Simpson, a frontend-focused software engineer with strong backend capabilities and a passion for scalable, maintainable code. I lead frontend initiatives, implement robust back-end integrations, and mentor junior developers. I am passionate about scalable, performant TypeScript/JavaScript, mobile-first approaches, and test-driven development, with strict and enforced coding standards. I enjoy collaborating with product and design teams to translate complex requirements into robust features, and I excel in cross-functional teams delivering high-quality, maintainable code and modern UI libraries that improve development efficiency across projects.…Hi, I'm Edward Simpson, a frontend-focused software engineer with strong backend capabilities and a passion for scalable, maintainable code. I lead frontend initiatives, implement robust back-end integrations, and mentor junior developers. I am passionate about scalable, performant TypeScript/JavaScript, mobile-first approaches, and test-driven development, with strict and enforced coding standards. I enjoy collaborating with product and design teams to translate complex requirements into robust features, and I excel in cross-functional teams delivering high-quality, maintainable code and modern UI libraries that improve development efficiency across projects.

Edward Simpson

Front-End Developer, Full Stack Developer, Developer, +1

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Hi, I'm Edward Simpson, a frontend-focused software engineer with strong backend capabilities and a passion for scalable, maintainable code. I lead frontend initiatives, implement robust back-end integrations, and mentor junior developers. I am passionate about scalable, performant TypeScript/JavaScript, mobile-first approaches, and test-driven development, with strict and enforced coding standards. I enjoy collaborating with product and design teams to translate complex requirements into robust features, and I excel in cross-functional teams delivering high-quality, maintainable code and modern UI libraries that improve development efficiency across projects.…Hi, I'm Edward Simpson, a frontend-focused software engineer with strong backend capabilities and a passion for scalable, maintainable code. I lead frontend initiatives, implement robust back-end integrations, and mentor junior developers. I am passionate about scalable, performant TypeScript/JavaScript, mobile-first approaches, and test-driven development, with strict and enforced coding standards. I enjoy collaborating with product and design teams to translate complex requirements into robust features, and I excel in cross-functional teams delivering high-quality, maintainable code and modern UI libraries that improve development efficiency across projects.

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Hi, I’m Edward Simpson, a frontend-focused software engineer with strong backend capabilities and a passion for scalable, maintainable code. I lead frontend initiatives, implement robust back-end integrations, and mentor junior developers. I am passionate about scalable, performant TypeScript/JavaScript, mobile-first approaches, and test-driven development, with strict and enforced coding standards.

I enjoy collaborating with product and design teams to translate complex requirements into robust features, and I excel in cross-functional teams delivering high-quality, maintainable code and modern UI libraries that improve development efficiency across projects.

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Work Experience

UI Tech Lead at Byhiras Europe Ltd

February 1, 2023 - Present

Lead frontend architecture for multi-site Magento-based e-commerce, developing a React app used by UK councils and sold to financial institutions worldwide. Implemented micro-frontend infrastructure, Apollo GraphQL API gateway, styled components, and TypeScript. Led the development of a shared UI library, optimized queries and mutations, and coordinated closely with backend teams to ensure robust integrations and consistent UX across products.

Senior Full Stack Developer and Technical Project Manager at Skywire Studios

January 1, 2020 - February 1, 2023

Built and maintained React/Magento-based sites, led technical project management, and established coding standards across multiple client projects. Created a shared UI library to improve consistency and speed, integrated GraphQL/Apollo server API gateway, and optimized data delivery between frontend and back-end services. Drove code reviews and collaborated with stakeholders to keep projects on schedule.

Full Stack Developer at Freelance

February 1, 2017 - Present

Sole developer on numerous Magento 2 E‑Commerce, Shopify, WordPress, and custom platforms. Defined technical specifications, liaised with clients, delivered on time, and led large-scale migrations. Built frontend features, implemented performance improvements, and provided ongoing maintenance and support for multi-tenant sites.

Head of Operations and IT at Urban Rider

October 1, 2011 - February 1, 2017

Managed a successful multi-channel bicycle clothing retailer, overseeing web development, IT infrastructure, and day-to-day operations to ensure smooth software and hardware performance. Coordinated teams across e-commerce, logistics, and customer service to deliver reliable service and strong customer satisfaction.