I am a results-driven Senior Front-End Engineer with over 15 years of experience delivering scalable, accessible, and high-performing web applications. I specialize in React, Next.js, and TypeScript with a strong background in PHP and Node.js. I have a proven track record of improving performance, maintainability, and accessibility across startups, agencies, and enterprise organizations. I excel in leading teams, driving architectural improvements, and mentoring developers to adopt best practices. I enjoy collaborating closely with designers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver user-centric solutions iteratively. My extensive experience also includes developing WCAG-compliant tools, setting up robust testing frameworks, and contributing to DevOps workflows.

Jack Broadist

I am a results-driven Senior Front-End Engineer with over 15 years of experience delivering scalable, accessible, and high-performing web applications. I specialize in React, Next.js, and TypeScript with a strong background in PHP and Node.js. I have a proven track record of improving performance, maintainability, and accessibility across startups, agencies, and enterprise organizations. I excel in leading teams, driving architectural improvements, and mentoring developers to adopt best practices. I enjoy collaborating closely with designers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver user-centric solutions iteratively. My extensive experience also includes developing WCAG-compliant tools, setting up robust testing frameworks, and contributing to DevOps workflows.

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I am a results-driven Senior Front-End Engineer with over 15 years of experience delivering scalable, accessible, and high-performing web applications. I specialize in React, Next.js, and TypeScript with a strong background in PHP and Node.js. I have a proven track record of improving performance, maintainability, and accessibility across startups, agencies, and enterprise organizations.

I excel in leading teams, driving architectural improvements, and mentoring developers to adopt best practices. I enjoy collaborating closely with designers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver user-centric solutions iteratively. My extensive experience also includes developing WCAG-compliant tools, setting up robust testing frameworks, and contributing to DevOps workflows.

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Work Experience

Senior Front-End Engineer at Thymia Ltd
January 1, 2025 - August 29, 2025
Worked at an AI startup developing technology to predict health conditions. Delivered engaging clinical study participant activities to improve user engagement and research outcomes. Implemented React/Next.js applications with advanced Redux state management, ensuring WCAG accessibility compliance. Led architectural redesign and refactoring to improve scalability and maintainability. Enhanced code quality by writing extensive Jest and Cypress test coverage. Collaborated closely with designers, product managers, and stakeholders to refine and iteratively deliver features.
Senior Front-End Web Developer at ESL FACEIT Group
January 1, 2024 - August 29, 2025
Worked on flagship products including Electron desktop app and Next.js websites. Refactored and modernized codebases to improve reliability and reduce bundle sizes for faster performance. Introduced TypeScript and improved React hook usage to reduce complexity and bugs. Built a UI component library surfaced in Storybook to accelerate delivery and design consistency. Implemented unit, component, and E2E testing strategies integrated into CI pipelines to reduce regression. Strengthened application security and performance on desktop and web. Mentored junior developers, performed code reviews, interviewed hires, and contributed to AWS DevOps with ECS/EC2/CodeDeploy and Blue/Green deployments.
Lead Front-End Web Developer & UX Designer at Foolproof
January 1, 2023 - August 29, 2025
Led the front-end development team in an Agile project delivering a data-driven React/Next.js web app for chemical plant process optimisation. Designed accessible data visualization UI components refined via stakeholder feedback and showcased in Storybook. Coordinated with back-end developers to align goals and timelines. Authored technical documentation, orchestrated Agile planning, and mentored junior developers. Conducted code reviews and participated in recruitment.
Full-Stack Web Developer at KitchenCUT Ltd
January 1, 2022 - August 29, 2025
Developed and maintained SaaS software for hospitality businesses using React, PHP (Laravel), Node.js, WebSockets, and REST APIs. Applied SOLID principles and best practices in architecture and design. Improved UX and accessibility for key workflows.
Full-Stack Web developer at Locale Ltd
January 1, 2020 - August 29, 2025
Maintained and refactored codebase for property management platform. Delivered features using PHP (Symfony), MySQL, and React. Improved UX design consistency and performance.
Web & API developer at Telco Electronics
January 1, 2019 - August 29, 2025
Built bespoke GraphQL/Node.js server enabling rapid API and SPA development. Developed React component library integrated with Apollo and Next.js. Established best practices for web application architecture. Delivered provisioning tools for SIP clients supporting LTE mobile network services.
Senior web developer & UX Designer at The Open University
January 1, 2015 - August 29, 2025
Designed and developed accessible, WCAG-compliant platforms and tools for students and staff. Delivered the Student Help Centre and other key services, improving usability and accessibility. Acted as system design consultant liaising with stakeholders and instructional designers.
Lead web developer at Gamaroff Digital
January 1, 2011 - August 29, 2025
Built social engagement platforms and promotional campaigns for PlayStation, Marmite, More Than, and Rightmove. Delivered high-traffic interactive features boosting brand advocacy.
Web developer at Tribal Café
January 1, 2011 - August 29, 2025
Built socially focused promotional apps for startups and brands. Developed celebrity video e-greetings platform integrating web and mobile.

Education

Mentoring – Level 3 at City & Guilds
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
BMus Music Composition at Kingston University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
GCSE’s & A Levels at Magdalen College School
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

Mentoring – Level 3
January 1, 2022 - August 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Healthcare, Education, Manufacturing