Design engineer with two decades across fintech, media, and e-commerce. I work at the intersection of engineering and craft — frontend architecture, interaction design, and the systems that hold complex products together. Currently independent, open to consulting and select full-time roles.

Michael Ciccarelli

Design engineer with two decades across fintech, media, and e-commerce. I work at the intersection of engineering and craft — frontend architecture, interaction design, and the systems that hold complex products together. Currently independent, open to consulting and select full-time roles.

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Design engineer with two decades across fintech, media, and e-commerce. I work at the intersection of engineering and craft — frontend architecture, interaction design, and the systems that hold complex products together. Currently independent, open to consulting and select full-time roles.

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Independent Consultant at Independent Consultant
January 1, 2018 - Present
Delivered 20+ client projects including web applications, e-commerce platforms, and Web3 dApps. Managed full product lifecycle: UI/UX design, development, CMS integration, and deployment. Provided ongoing maintenance and feature development for long-term client partnerships.
Design Engineer at Modern Treasury
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Designed and developed responsive web interfaces and UI components for fintech platform. Built brand-focused design systems, motion libraries, and integrated headless CMS. Collaborated with product and engineering teams to deliver accessible, high-quality UI.
Senior Frontend Engineer at Metropolis
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Built metal.build (smart contract deployments) and pod.xyz (DAO governance platform). Developed multiple Farcaster frames and EVM-compatible dApps.
Senior Engineer II at Axoni
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Developed React apps, data visualizations, and reusable UI libraries for fintech products.
Engineering Manager (Lead Frontend) at VICE Media
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Led team of 10 building publishing platform serving millions across multiple VICE properties. Architected migration from legacy LAMP stack to modern React architecture.
Web Developer at Conde Nast
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Developed responsive sites for major publications including GQ, Wired, and Architectural Digest. Collaborated with creative teams and agencies on digital ad campaigns and editorial executions.

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

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