I'm Julian Hardee, a Full-Stack Product Engineer and Systems Architect who thrives at the intersection of software engineering and user experience. I translate high-fidelity design concepts from Figma into pixel-perfect, production-ready code, building scalable design systems and reusable components that enforce brand consistency and WCAG 2.1 accessibility across high-concurrency apps. I lead with a performance-first mindset and bridge product ideas with rigorous technical execution. From founding Thoughtform Worldwide to delivering edge-optimized experiences and AI-powered automation now used for client reporting, I help teams ship delightful, scalable digital products that perform at scale.

Julian Hardee

I'm Julian Hardee, a Full-Stack Product Engineer and Systems Architect who thrives at the intersection of software engineering and user experience. I translate high-fidelity design concepts from Figma into pixel-perfect, production-ready code, building scalable design systems and reusable components that enforce brand consistency and WCAG 2.1 accessibility across high-concurrency apps. I lead with a performance-first mindset and bridge product ideas with rigorous technical execution. From founding Thoughtform Worldwide to delivering edge-optimized experiences and AI-powered automation now used for client reporting, I help teams ship delightful, scalable digital products that perform at scale.

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I’m Julian Hardee, a Full-Stack Product Engineer and Systems Architect who thrives at the intersection of software engineering and user experience. I translate high-fidelity design concepts from Figma into pixel-perfect, production-ready code, building scalable design systems and reusable components that enforce brand consistency and WCAG 2.1 accessibility across high-concurrency apps.

I lead with a performance-first mindset and bridge product ideas with rigorous technical execution. From founding Thoughtform Worldwide to delivering edge-optimized experiences and AI-powered automation now used for client reporting, I help teams ship delightful, scalable digital products that perform at scale.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Full-Stack Product Engineer at Times10
February 1, 2025 - Present
Architected production event infrastructure and AI-enhanced analytics for a SaaS platform; implemented session-based authentication, RBAC middleware, and automated email workflows (Resend) for RSVP platforms serving 500+ attendees. Built a serverless stack with Astro 5, React 18, and Neon PostgreSQL.
Frontend & E-commerce Web Development Manager at Hope Sews
August 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Directed frontend strategy and UX optimization for a global WooCommerce platform; drove conversions via data-driven redesigns, enforced WCAG 2.1 accessibility, and improved performance with lazy loading, code-splitting, and query optimization.
Founding Engineer at Thoughtform Worldwide
January 1, 2017 - Present
Founded end-to-end product lifecycle across multiple projects including Time10 Tracker, NIL Athlete Tracker, D. Rose Event Platform, and InkBugMerch; led architectural decisions, edge deployments, secure payments, and third-party integrations to scale a services business.
E-commerce & Web Development Manager at Hope Sews – Remote
August 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Frontend strategy and UX optimization for a global WooCommerce platform. Executed data-driven redesigns of checkout and product pages (A/B testing) to improve conversions. Optimized global performance with lazy loading, code splitting, and query optimization to ensure rapid load times. Enforced WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards across all digital touchpoints.
WordPress Developer at Digital Agency Support
March 1, 2020 - August 1, 2023
Developed custom web applications and e-commerce environments using modern JavaScript frameworks and WordPress. Built reusable component libraries and integrated REST APIs. Engineered secure payment gateway integrations and third-party API connections for diverse e-commerce clients.
Front-End Developer at Times10
February 1, 2025 - Present
Architect bespoke event infrastructure and RSVP dashboards for global consumer brands; develop front-end components in React and Svelte; leverage Astro for high-performance orchestration to reduce JavaScript overhead and maximize SEO; build custom Shopify face-lifts and headless storefronts via third-party APIs; translate complex Figma design systems into pixel-perfect accessible web apps and manage full lifecycle from prototype to production deploy; implement headless CMS solutions (Sanity, Tina) to decouple content from code.
E-commerce & Web Development Manager at Hope Sews
August 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Directed frontend strategy and UX optimization for a global WooCommerce platform; executed data-driven redesigns of checkout and product pages with A/B testing; optimized platform performance via lazy loading, code splitting, and query optimization; enforced WCAG 2.1 standards for high-level accessibility and compliance across digital touchpoints.
WordPress Developer at DigitalAgent
March 1, 2020 - August 1, 2023
Developed custom web applications and e-commerce environments using modern JavaScript frameworks and WordPress; built reusable component libraries and integrated REST APIs for dynamic content; engineered secure payment gateway integrations and third-party API connections for diverse e-commerce clients.
Freelancer Consultant / Digital Strategist at Thoughtform Worldwide
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024
Managed end-to-end e-commerce lifecycles, from brand identity and graphic design to store setup and fulfillment integration; consulted on growth strategy, scaling small businesses through performance tracking, SEO optimization, and conversion rate improvements.
WordPress Developer at DigitalAgency.SUPPORT
March 1, 2020 - August 1, 2023
Built custom WordPress environments and e-commerce pipelines; created reusable component libraries; implemented secure payment gateways and third-party API integrations.
Full-Stack Product Engineer at Times10
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Asset Pipeline: Managed high-fidelity visual assets and digital key art, ensuring pixel-perfect delivery across diverse device breakpoints and CMS platforms. Brand Alignment: Collaborated with stakeholders to translate broad marketing campaigns into interactive digital experiences for high-profile clients. AI/ML Engineering: Deployed AI-powered content summarization to automate client reporting workflows, reducing manual documentation overhead by 60%. Database Design: Engineered complex PostgreSQL schemas with Drizzle ORM, connection pooling, and automated migration pipelines for zero-downtime deployments. Custom Commerce: Developed Shopify Checkout Extensions using Rust/WebAssembly, implementing value-based BOGO logic that bypasses legacy Liquid constraints. Third-Party Integrations: Built Slack OAuth workflows, automated transactional email systems, and Bunny CDN file storage for scalable media handling. Performance Optimization: Achieved 95+ Lighthouse scores by replacing heavy trac

Education

Data Science Certificate at Brain Station
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
AI & Data Science Certificate at AAA Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Data Science Certificate at Brain Station
January 1, 2025 - February 20, 2026
AI & Data Science Certificate at AAA Institute
January 1, 2024 - February 20, 2026
Data Science Certificate at Brain Station
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
AI & Data Science Certificate at AAA Institute
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Data Science Certificate at BrainStation
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
AI & Data Science Certificate at AAA Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Data Science Certificate at BrainStation
January 1, 2025 - April 16, 2026
AI & Data Science Certificate at AAA Institute
January 1, 2024 - April 16, 2026
Data Science Certificate at BrainStation
January 1, 2025 - April 16, 2026
AI & Data Science Certificate at AAA Institute
January 1, 2024 - April 16, 2026
Data Science Certificate at BrainStation
January 1, 2025 - April 16, 2026
AI & Data Science Certificate at AAA Institute
January 1, 2024 - April 16, 2026

Qualifications

Data Science Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
AI & Data Science Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Data Science Certificate
January 1, 2025 - February 20, 2026
AI & Data Science Certificate
January 1, 2024 - February 20, 2026
Data Science Certificate
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
AI & Data Science Certificate
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Data Science Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
AI & Data Science Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Data Science Certificate
January 1, 2025 - April 16, 2026
AI & Data Science Certificate
January 1, 2024 - April 16, 2026
Data Science Certificate
January 1, 2025 - April 16, 2026
AI & Data Science Certificate
January 1, 2024 - April 16, 2026
Data Science Certificate
January 1, 2025 - April 16, 2026
AI & Data Science Certificate
January 1, 2024 - April 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education