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Shailen Patel

Shailen Patel

Lead Front-End Developer
Toronto,ON

Summary

Front-End Developer with 14 years of experience in building scalable web applications using React.js, JavaScript (ES6+), and RESTful APIs. Leading front-end architecture and development within enterprise finance and insurance platforms since 2017, focusing on clean code, accessibility (WCAG 2.1), and performance optimization. Collaborating cross-functionally with designers, architects, and product stakeholders to deliver secure, maintainable solutions that enhance user experience and business value. Advocate for modular design systems, testable code, and agile delivery practices, with a foundation in UX design principles ensuring intuitive and engaging interfaces.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Lead Front-End Developer

Sun Life Financial
07.2017 - Current
  • Lead front-end design and implementation of enterprise portals, ensuring WCAG 2.1 compliance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Owners, QA, Java Tech Leads, Delivery Managers, and Accessibility, to enhance usability.
  • Optimized web applications for mobile devices through responsive design techniques, delivering seamless experiences across various screen sizes.
  • Accelerated project completion timelines through effective task prioritization and agile methodologies adoption.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between designers and developers through effective communication of technical requirements and creative concepts.
  • Led the development of a consistent design system by creating reusable components and style guides using React, HTML, CSS, JS, Webpack Module Federation, and REST API to scale across products.
  • Optimized legacy platforms for responsiveness and performance across all browsers and devices.
  • Delivered high-quality user interfaces while adhering to strict deadlines under fast-paced environments.
  • Streamlined codebase by refactoring HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for improved maintainability.
  • Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on best practices for clean and efficient code writing.
  • Conducted regular code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, reducing technical debt and improving overall code quality.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Planned and engineered RESTful web services to manipulate dynamic datasets.

UX/UI Designer & Developer

ITSP Inc.
01.2011 - 06.2017
  • Led design and development for multiple client-facing projects under contract, including SiriusXM and OMERS.
  • Delivered production-ready AngularJS-based front-end for SiriusXM Canada’s online radio service.
  • Designed full-brand UX/UI solutions, including user research, flows, wireframes, and responsive HTML/CSS.
  • Maintained design integrity while working with stakeholders and back-end developers.

Freelance Graphic Designer

Xena Technologies
11.2012 - 07.2013
  • Provided branding, logo design, and visual identity work for clients in media and education sectors.
  • (Weekends)

Teaching Assistant (TA), Interactive Multimedia Program

Algonquin College
09.2010 - 12.2010
  • Assisted students with web development assignments and software skills in HTML/CSS/Flash during lab hours.

Education

Post-Graduate Certificate - Web And Interactive Media Design

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelors of Fine Art (applied Art)

Rachana Sansad College of Applied Art And Craft,
Mumbai, India
05.2001 -

Skills

Reactjs experience

Interests

  • Family, Kids, Tech enthusiast, passionate Lego, Tennis, F1, Cars
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement
  • Exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
  • Gardening, Traveling, Hiking
  • Music and Drawing and Painting

Timeline

Lead Front-End Developer

Sun Life Financial
07.2017 - Current

Freelance Graphic Designer

Xena Technologies
11.2012 - 07.2013

UX/UI Designer & Developer

ITSP Inc.
01.2011 - 06.2017

Teaching Assistant (TA), Interactive Multimedia Program

Algonquin College
09.2010 - 12.2010

Post-Graduate Certificate - Web And Interactive Media Design

Algonquin College
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelors of Fine Art (applied Art)

Rachana Sansad College of Applied Art And Craft,
05.2001 -

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