I am a full-stack Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience in building and maintaining production-grade web and SaaS applications. My work is deeply rooted in my strong background in technologies such as React, Next.js, and Laravel, along with a keen ability to solve complex problems effectively. I'm passionate about delivering scalable systems and optimizing performance to enhance user experiences. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with diverse teams and worked on various projects that have positively impacted business operations, particularly in healthcare and other enterprise environments. I enjoy learning and adapting to new technologies and aim to support real business operations while pursuing long-term career growth and contract opportunities.

JOEL BALUMA

I am a full-stack Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience in building and maintaining production-grade web and SaaS applications. My work is deeply rooted in my strong background in technologies such as React, Next.js, and Laravel, along with a keen ability to solve complex problems effectively. I'm passionate about delivering scalable systems and optimizing performance to enhance user experiences. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with diverse teams and worked on various projects that have positively impacted business operations, particularly in healthcare and other enterprise environments. I enjoy learning and adapting to new technologies and aim to support real business operations while pursuing long-term career growth and contract opportunities.

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I am a full-stack Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience in building and maintaining production-grade web and SaaS applications. My work is deeply rooted in my strong background in technologies such as React, Next.js, and Laravel, along with a keen ability to solve complex problems effectively. I’m passionate about delivering scalable systems and optimizing performance to enhance user experiences.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with diverse teams and worked on various projects that have positively impacted business operations, particularly in healthcare and other enterprise environments. I enjoy learning and adapting to new technologies and aim to support real business operations while pursuing long-term career growth and contract opportunities.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Software Engineer at Self-employed / Freelance
July 1, 2023 - Present
Lead software engineering and freelance design, delivering custom WordPress websites and solutions aligned with client business workflows. Led development and maintenance of a Warehouse Management System (WMS) with external API integrations for payments, notifications, and cross-system data synchronization. Provided ongoing maintenance, feature development, and performance optimization for client web apps, reducing downtime. Spearheaded a government mobile data collection app to digitize rural health surveys and reduce manual processing errors. Engineered a web-based consultation management platform for clinics, supporting online appointments, patient record tracking, and streamlined provider coordination.
Software Engineer at Intetics
October 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Developed and maintained production WordPress websites using custom themes and plugins, including internal tools for managing and tracking form submissions. Improved site performance through caching strategies, SEO fixes, and asset optimization, resulting in ~60% faster load times. Customized and optimized Unbounce landing pages with JavaScript enhancements to improve UX and conversions.
Full-Stack Developer at CORH (Global OR Australia Pty Ltd)
June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2023
Delivered an enterprise hospital operating room management system for real-time equipment tracking, surgical workflow coordination, and supply monitoring across clinical operations. Architected and implemented responsive frontend applications using React.js and Next.js, integrated backend APIs. Built RESTful APIs using Laravel (MVC), implemented JWT authentication, designed structured database schemas, and aligned integrations with healthcare interoperability standards to enable secure cross-system data exchange. Ensured reliability and maintainability through structured Agile collaboration and iterative releases.
Full-Stack Developer at i Site Solution Consultancy
March 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018
Hotel Reservation System: Built a real-time booking and room-management platform with admin dashboards and reporting features.
Junior Front-end Developer at Hexiros
July 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017
Collaborated with a small Agile team to develop a School Management Information System (MIS) supporting accounting, enrolment, attendance, and student record management, with role-based access and reporting features to improve operational efficiency.
Software Engineer at Freelance
July 1, 2023 - Present
Designed and optimized custom WordPress websites and solutions that improved conversion rates and aligned with client business workflows. Led development and maintenance of a Warehouse Management System (WMS), integrating external APIs to support payment processing, notifications, and cross-system data synchronization. Provided ongoing maintenance, feature development, and performance optimization for client web applications, resulting in a 50% decrease in downtime.
Software Engineer at MactanRock
October 1, 2022 - December 1, 2025
Developed and maintained a production-ready warehouse inventory management system supporting multi-location stock tracking, order processing, and real-time reporting. Built scalable Laravel REST APIs and dynamic React.js dashboards enabling high-volume inventory transactions, operational visibility, and accurate stock control across operations.
Full-Stack Developer at CORH Global OR Australia Pty Ltd
June 1, 2018 - July 1, 2023
Delivered an enterprise hospital operating room management system used for real-time equipment tracking, surgical workflow coordination, and supply monitoring across clinical operations. Architected and implemented responsive frontend applications using React.js and Next.js, integrated with backend APIs.
Full-Stack Developer at iSiteSolution Consultancy
March 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018
Built a real-time booking and room management platform with admin dashboards and reporting features. Developed a patient tracking system with automated balance computation, and a management platform with billing, records, and role-based access control.
Software Engineer | Freelance
July 1, 2023 - Present
Designed and optimized custom WordPress websites improving conversion rates and aligning with client business workflows. Led development and maintenance of a Warehouse Management System (WMS), integrating external APIs to support payment processing, notifications, and cross-system data synchronization.
Full-Stack Developer | CORH Global OR Australia Pty Ltd at CORH Global OR
June 1, 2018 - July 1, 2023
Delivered an enterprise hospital operating room management system used for real-time equipment tracking, surgical workflow coordination, and supply monitoring across clinical operations.
Full-Stack Developer | iSiteSolution Consultancy at iSiteSolution Consultancy
March 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018
Developed a real-time booking and room management platform with analytics dashboards and reporting features.
Junior Front-end Developer | Hexiros at Hexiros
July 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017
Collaborated within a small Agile team to develop a School Management Information System (MIS) supporting accounts, enrollment, attendance, and resource management with role-based access and reporting features.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) at Holy Name University
January 11, 2030 - March 10, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology at Holy Name University
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology at Holy Name University
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Government, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services