I am Ilir Laska, a frontend software developer based in Tirana, Albania. I lead frontend initiatives, build scalable architectures, and integrate services like Google Maps APIs and real-time data streams to deliver performant, user-centric applications. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, automating repetitive tasks with tooling like Plop.js, Tailwind CSS, and TypeScript to improve development speed and consistency, while keeping UX at the forefront.

Ilir Laska

I am Ilir Laska, a frontend software developer based in Tirana, Albania. I lead frontend initiatives, build scalable architectures, and integrate services like Google Maps APIs and real-time data streams to deliver performant, user-centric applications. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, automating repetitive tasks with tooling like Plop.js, Tailwind CSS, and TypeScript to improve development speed and consistency, while keeping UX at the forefront.

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I am Ilir Laska, a frontend software developer based in Tirana, Albania. I lead frontend initiatives, build scalable architectures, and integrate services like Google Maps APIs and real-time data streams to deliver performant, user-centric applications.

I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, automating repetitive tasks with tooling like Plop.js, Tailwind CSS, and TypeScript to improve development speed and consistency, while keeping UX at the forefront.

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Experience Level

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Intermediate

Language

Albanian
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English
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Work Experience

Frontend Engineer at Timify
May 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Contributed to a decade-old resource management platform, focusing on maintaining and modernizing React-based products. Migrated and refactored multiple components across applications, transitioning class-based components to functional components to improve performance and maintainability. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth delivery of product updates.
Frontend Lead at NGN
May 1, 2024 - November 5, 2025
Led frontend development from May 2024 to present, building and scaling frontend architecture for two projects (a payment solution and a betting platform). Integrated Google Maps API for ATM interactions, implemented Zustand for state management, and used Tan Stack Table/Query for complex data operations. Implemented MQTT for real-time data streaming, automated component generation with Plop.js, and utilized Tailwind CSS and TypeScript to maintain reliability and scalability. Collaborated with backend teams to deliver high-performance, user-centric applications.
Frontend Engineer at Timify
May 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Contributed to a decade-old resource management platform, focusing on maintaining and modernizing React-based products. Migrated and refactored multiple components across various applications and transitioned class-based components to functional components, significantly improving performance and maintainability. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth delivery of product updates.
Frontend Lead at NGN
May 1, 2024 - Present
Built two projects from the ground up: a payment solution and a betting platform. Developed and scaled the frontend architecture, integrating Google Maps API for interaction with physical ATMs. Utilized Zustand for state management and TanStack Table and TanStack Query to handle complex data operations efficiently. Implemented MQTT for real-time data streaming, ensuring seamless updates and responsiveness in dynamic applications. Leveraged Plop.js to automate component and module generation, improving development efficiency and consistency. Used Tailwind CSS for responsive UI design and TypeScript for maintaining code reliability and scalability. Collaborated closely with backend teams to deliver high-performance, user-centric applications.
React Developer at Journeyman
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Worked on a functional programming-based project for a web app, utilizing Ramda, React Query, and Styled Components. Played a key role in developing atomic components that were reused across multiple projects, optimizing development speed and consistency. Ensure seamless integration with backend services while focusing on maintainable and scalable code.
React Developer at Journeyman
May 1, 2022 - August 21, 2025
Worked on a functional programming-based web app project utilizing Ramda, React Query, and Styled Components. Played a key role in developing atomic components that were reused across multiple projects, optimizing development speed and consistency. Ensured seamless integration with backend services while focusing on maintainable and scalable code.
React Developer at Flex Business Solutions
May 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021
Built a new React.js web application from scratch for a construction company. Integrated various Google APIs (Maps, Places, Drive, Mail) to enhance app functionality and improve user experience. Used AG Grid, Web Socket, and CSS to build a responsive, interactive application with real-time updates.
Frontend Developer at Proptech Core
May 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021
Developed dynamic landing pages for a management system using React.js, Next.js, and TypeScript. Integrated Web Socket for real-time updates.

Education

Software Engineering at Canadian Institute of Technology
October 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021
Software Engineering at Canadian Institute of Technology
October 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021
Software Engineering at Canadian Institute of Technology
October 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services