Full Stack Web Developer about 2 years building production-ready applications in React, Next.js, PostgreSQL (Docker), and MongoDB, including a full cryptocurrency platform and an RPG adventure game with save functionality, using Phaser.js with Next.js and MongoDB. Former executive recruiter with 5 years of experience sourcing and evaluating top talent for global companies — bringing sharp communication skills, business insight, and the ability to deliver technical solutions that align with client needs. Bilingual English/Japanese and experienced in both US and Japan business environments.
skills
HTML
Highly proficient in semantic HTML, accessibility, and performance-oriented markup, capable of building clean, maintainable, SEO-optimized structures for complex layouts.
CSS
Expert in responsive design, Flexbox, Grid, animations, and modern styling techniques, creating visually appealing and adaptive UIs across all screen sizes.
JS
Strong command of core JavaScript concepts, ES6+, and DOM manipulation, enabling dynamic, interactive web experiences and robust frontend logic.
Express/Node
Competent in building RESTful APIs and server-side logic using Express, handling routing, middleware, and basic authentication in full-stack projects.
React.js
Advanced understanding of React components, hooks, and state management, enabling scalable and performant SPA development with clean architecture and reusable logic.
TS
Skilled in applying TypeScript to React and Node projects, ensuring type safety, better tooling, and reducing runtime errors in production codebases.
Tailwind
Highly efficient using utility-first Tailwind framework to rapidly build responsive, consistent UI designs with minimal custom CSS overhead.
PostgreSQL
Solid understanding of relational database design, writing performant SQL queries, and managing structured data for web apps with logical data relationships.
RESTful APIs
Experienced in consuming and designing RESTful APIs with clear separation of concerns, following best practices for HTTP verbs and status codes.
Docker
Proficient in containerizing full-stack applications, writing Dockerfiles, and managing development environments with Docker Compose for smoother deployment workflows.
Next.js
Capable of building performant SSR and SSG applications with Next.js, using API routes, dynamic routing, and advanced optimization features effectively.
Git
Very comfortable with Git version control, including branching strategies, rebasing, resolving conflicts, and collaborating efficiently using GitHub workflows.
Linux
Strong command-line skills and server management in Linux environments, essential for deploying, debugging, and maintaining scalable web infrastructure securely.
education and experience
2025-Present
Angolon - Full Stack Developer
A continuation of my contract and contributor our new client's start up environment.
TypeScript/React frontend with GO/express.js backend and postgreSQL DB
contribution to agentic AI service
RPC services with gRPC and protobuf
Database and Query optimization
Product and client research with customers
Working with live deployments
enterprise-grade monorepo
2024-2025
Angolon - Junior Developer
Contract based work with a timeline of 3 months renewed 5 times - working as a junior fullstack developer, frontend focused (80/20)
2021-2024
Self-Teaching + Mentor Phase
In this period I was teaching myself web development, starting with gaining a strong foundation in vanilla JS. I used Harvard's free online CS courses, including CS50/Intro, CS50/WebDev, and CS50/Databases/SQL. I also hired a mentor who was a previous senior developer at Novartis for one on one coaching as well as a guide of what projects to create to enhance and speed along my learning.
2019-2024
Executive Recruitment Consultant - Pharmaceutical Industry Tokyo
I worked for two different companies during this time period and billed an average of 250K USD a year in placement sales. Essentially, we recruited talented Japanese Doctors, Pharmacists, and Clinicians for western or global pharmaceutical companies. This position gave me a full understanding of most business structures, product management knowledge, and strong sales skills.
2014-2019
University of Kansas + Kanagawa University (Hiratsuka)
Obtained a degree in Japanese Language and International Business. Also participated in the Kansas University track team as a pole-vaulter.