Senior Frontend Developer with 12+ years of experience building scalable, high-impact applications across startups and global enterprises. Proven track record of leading teams, delivering complex web applications, and driving innovation with emerging technologies (AI, 3D visualization, cloud platforms). Strong expertise in React, Next.js, TypeScript, and modern UI frameworks, with hands-on leadership in mentoring engineers, shaping product strategy, and optimizing development processes. Adept at translating ideas into production-ready applications that improve efficiency, enhance customer experience, and generate measurable business value.

Nicol Angelo Santos

Senior Frontend Developer with 12+ years of experience building scalable, high-impact applications across startups and global enterprises. Proven track record of leading teams, delivering complex web applications, and driving innovation with emerging technologies (AI, 3D visualization, cloud platforms). Strong expertise in React, Next.js, TypeScript, and modern UI frameworks, with hands-on leadership in mentoring engineers, shaping product strategy, and optimizing development processes. Adept at translating ideas into production-ready applications that improve efficiency, enhance customer experience, and generate measurable business value.

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Senior Frontend Developer with 12+ years of experience building scalable, high-impact applications across startups and global enterprises. Proven track record of leading teams, delivering complex web applications, and driving innovation with emerging technologies (AI, 3D visualization, cloud platforms). Strong expertise in React, Next.js, TypeScript, and modern UI frameworks, with hands-on leadership in mentoring engineers, shaping product strategy, and optimizing development processes. Adept at translating ideas into production-ready applications that improve efficiency, enhance customer experience, and generate measurable business value.

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Work Experience

Senior Frontend Developer (XR Team / Group AI Solutions & Services Team) at Grundfos, Pasig, Philippines
May 1, 2025 - September 26, 2025
Built and launched the Product/Work Companion frontend app using Retrieval-Augmented Generation AI to answer sales and customer-service queries, reducing support response times. Led a Site Companion frontend overhaul, migrating from Vue.js to TypeScript/React.js to align with new design standards. Delivered MVP of a 3D imaging mobile app using .NET MAUI, reducing field operation errors and informing XR roadmap. Explored GPT models to optimize internal processes. Facilitated Scrum adoption, mentored engineers, and accelerated cross-team collaboration. Guided interns and career-transition developers into full-time contributors. Optimized build and deployment pipelines with Vite and ARM templates for faster releases.
CTO / Lead Developer at Scout Bees (Startup)
July 1, 2024 - September 26, 2025
Defined the company's overall technical direction and strategy; managed R&D, development, QA and deployment, delivering a top-notch web app MVP. Sole developer of the web platform's first release (ReactJS/TypeScript + Django + REST APIs). Designed scalable backend architecture supporting high-volume data transactions and seamless frontend integration. Engineered robust API integrations with third-party services, enhancing platform functionality and data flow. Delivered a functional MVP that secured initial customer adoption and positioned the startup for fundraising.
CTO / Lead Developer at Bukid Fresh (Startup)
April 1, 2021 - September 26, 2025
Designed, developed, and launched an e-commerce platform (Django + ReactJS) enabling customers to order fresh produce online; automated order management and delivery processes. Assembled and managed a small dev team to maintain and enhance the platform, reducing technical debt and backlog. Built scalable backend architecture with robust API integrations, enabling seamless data flow. Delivered a functional MVP that secured initial customer adoption and positioned the startup for fundraising.
Java Developer at Seven Seven Global Services Inc. (for Deutsche Bank & JP Morgan Chase)
July 1, 2017 - September 26, 2025
Served as technical SME for Java applications; ensured 24/7 system availability for mission-critical banking systems. Interviewed, trained, and mentored new developers, accelerating team growth. Authored deployment and design documentation that raised standards across teams.
Intern at Citibank NA
January 31, 2013 - September 26, 2025
Automated generation of technical documents, improving department efficiency and reducing manual errors.
Web Developer at Self-employed
July 1, 2018 - September 26, 2025
Delivered multiple client websites (PHP/WordPress), boosting small business digital presence; managed end-to-end project delivery.
Mobile/Web Developer at Digital Classified Group
November 1, 2019 - September 26, 2025
Led React Native mobile development team; extended backend (Python/Django), delivering API features and strengthening backend integration. Collaborated daily with project managers, developers, and testers to streamline sprint delivery and reduce bottlenecks.
App Developer - IoT Team at Grundfos
May 1, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Led frontend UI/UX development for IoT products, improving product usability and adoption. Expanded backend skills in C# / .NET Core. Recognized for frontend code reuse initiatives and represented the team in IoT Cloud Architecture forums.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems at De La Salle University
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2013

Qualifications

Information Technology Professional (ITP) Designation
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2025
Azure Fundamentals (Microsoft Certified)
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2025
ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (ISTQB CTFL)
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2025

Industry Experience

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