Michael Ryan
Coquitlam,BC
Summary
Frontend Developer with over 9 years of expertise in building responsive web applications, specializing in Javascript, React, and TypeScript. Demonstrates a strong commitment to writing clean, scalable code that optimizes user experiences and increases engagement. Proven ability to deliver projects on time while thriving in Agile environments, mentoring junior developers, and employing effective problem-solving skills. Career aspirations include leading innovative projects that push the boundaries of user interaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Frontend Developer
BIMM
Toronto, Canada
02.2022 - Current
- Developing high-quality web applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing user-friendly interfaces
- Built and maintained modern frontend applications using React, Redux, Next.js, and TypeScript
- Developed responsive web applications with a strong focus on performance and accessibility
- Worked closely with UX/UI designers to ensure pixel-perfect designs and seamless user experiences
- Collaborated with backend engineers to integrate APIs and optimize full-stack workflows
- Applied modern web development best practices, ensuring clean, scalable, and maintainable code
- Technologies: React, Redux, Next.js, TypeScript, Styled-components, Figma, Cypress
Frontend Developer
Rocket Plan Technologies Inc.
Vancouver, Canada
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Worked with the WebApp team to build and implement reusable components from custom designs
- Developed and optimized React components using TypeScript and Redux
- Collaborated with designers to ensure pixel-perfect UI implementation
- Improved performance and maintainability using Bootstrap 5
- Technologies: React, Redux, TypeScript, Bootstrap 5
Frontend Developer
Central1
Vancouver, Canada
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Company Overview: Partnered with 250+ Canadian financial institutions, developing a digital banking platform serving 5M+ clients
- Developed and optimized custom UI components using CSS/SASS for a large-scale banking platform
- Built reusable React components and integrated API-driven dynamic content
- Spearheaded the creation of initial portal themes and repositories through CLI
- Improved performance by reducing render times and optimizing assets
- Partnered with 250+ Canadian financial institutions, developing a digital banking platform serving 5M+ clients
- Technologies: React, SASS, Docker, Bootstrap, Git, Jira, Bitbucket
Freelance Web Developer
Port Moody, Canada
01.2014 - 11.2019
- Developed CMS-based websites for clients across multiple industries, including healthcare and manufacturing
- Designed and built 50+ websites with pixel-perfect accuracy from Figma and Photoshop mockups
- Developed custom WordPress plugins to extend functionality beyond standard offerings
- Optimized SEO and site performance, leading to a 20% increase in organic traffic for multiple clients
- Managed end-to-end project lifecycles, including discovery, scoping, quoting, and client training
- Technologies: WordPress, PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, jQuery, Asana
Education
Web Development Diploma -
BrainStation
01.2019
Applied Web Development -
BCIT
01.2018
Multimedia & Web Development Certificate -
UBC Continuing Studies
01.2012
Skills
- JavaScript proficiency
- React Application Development
- Redux State Management
- TypeScript Development
- System Integration Testing (Jest and Cypress)
- CMS platforms, including headless,
- JSON data handling
- API integration
Notable Projects
- HomeStretch, Full-Stack Developer, A custom-built instructional video library for massage therapists to assign routines to clients., React, Node.js, MongoDB
- PlaguePool, Frontend Developer, A real-time football stats tracking app., React, GraphQL, Firebase
Affiliations
- Outdoor Activities - Mountain Biking, Hiking, Patio Philosophy
- Group Functional Training
- Music composition and recording
- Reading - biographies, science related, and anything Douglas Coupland
- Greyhound Parent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Frontend Developer
BIMM
02.2022 - Current
Frontend Developer
Rocket Plan Technologies Inc.
06.2021 - 12.2021
Frontend Developer
Central1
11.2019 - 11.2020
Freelance Web Developer
01.2014 - 11.2019
Web Development Diploma -
BrainStation
Applied Web Development -
BCIT
Multimedia & Web Development Certificate -
UBC Continuing Studies
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