Senior Software Engineer

Based in Singapore

Senior Software Engineer with 6+ years of experience building scalable web applications and cloud-native solutions. Expert in React, Node.js, and AWS architecture. Proven track record in modernizing legacy systems, including large-scale monorepo migrations and Java version upgrades. Passionate about edge computing, serverless architectures, and building secure, high-performance full-stack applications.

Experience

SPH Media (Via Ploy Asia)

SingaporeMay 2025 - Present
Senior Software Engineer
ReactNode.jsTypeScriptJava 17pnpm MonorepoAWS (Lambda, OpenSearch)TerraformDocker
  • Architected and migrated fragmented microservices into a high-performance pnpm monorepo, consolidating Lambda functions, documentation, and testing suites into a unified workspace, enhancing code reusability and development speed by 40%.
  • Successfully led the critical system migration of legacy Java services to Java 17, ensuring security compliance, long-term maintainability, and improved runtime performance.
  • Resolved critical latency alerts for high-traffic AWS Lambda APIs by re-architecting OpenSearch queries and implementing aggressive caching strategies, significantly reducing API response times.
  • Championed engineering excellence by refactoring legacy codebases and establishing rigorous CI/CD benchmarks using Terraform for predictable Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployments.

Freelance Software Engineering

Remote2025 - Present
Full Stack Consultant
AWS AmplifyLambdaDynamoDBCognitoS3 / CloudFrontNext.js
  • E-commerce Transformation: Developed a fully serverless e-commerce platform for a prominent Taiwan-based F&B chain (Fried Chicken) using AWS Amplify, Lambda, and DynamoDB to support scalable retail operations.
  • Security & Identity: Implemented secure user authentication and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) via AWS Cognito, ensuring safe administrative access for order management and inventory control.
  • Optimized Delivery: Deployed a responsive frontend via S3 and CloudFront, ensuring low-latency content delivery and stable performance during peak traffic periods.
  • End-to-End Delivery: Managed the full SDLC for regional SMEs, translating complex business requirements into technical solutions that digitized traditional retail workflows.

GIC (via Maltem Asia-Pacific)

SingaporeOct 2024 - May 2025
Software Engineer (Contract)
PythonGitHub ActionsTableauSQL
  • Architected and automated CI/CD pipelines for enterprise visualization platforms using Python and GitHub Actions, significantly reducing manual deployment efforts and operational risks.
  • Led the migration and integration of enterprise applications by developing REST API automation scripts, streamlining Tableau workbook operations across the organization.
  • Provided Level 3 application support for critical enterprise systems (MS SQL, Oracle), ensuring high availability and conducting user training to facilitate system adoption.

Sift&Pick

SingaporeMay 2022 - Jul 2024
Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack)
Next.jsReactGraphQLAWSPython FlaskNX Monorepo
  • Full-Stack Performance Optimization: Spearheaded the development of scalable features using Next.js and GraphQL on AWS; revamped the core homepage to significantly enhance UI/UX and SEO (30% Core Web Vitals improvement) in partnership with marketing.
  • System Efficiency & Scalability: Engineered a multi-threaded image processing server using Python Flask, reducing processing time by 30% and optimizing CPU utilization for high-volume traffic.
  • Engineering Productivity & DevOps: Doubled team execution efficiency by integrating NX monorepo into the development workflow and automating manual deployment processes.
  • Data-Driven Growth: Integrated comprehensive analytics suites (GA, GTM, Adobe Analytics, Meta Pixel) to enable data-driven decision-making for product features.
  • Leadership & Mentorship: Mentored engineering interns to foster professional growth and delivered strategic technical insights during all-hands meetings to align engineering goals with business objectives.

PenguinSmart

TaiwanNov 2020 - Mar 2022
Software Engineer
Node.jsPostgreSQLTypeScriptReact.jsCI/CD
  • Led end-to-end product development for a healthcare platform, architecting a scalable RESTful API with Node.js and PostgreSQL to support business growth.
  • Engineered a secure payment infrastructure by integrating global gateways (Stripe, AliPay) and fortifying the system with data encryption against SQL injection and XSS vulnerabilities.
  • Modernized deployment workflows by implementing automated CI/CD pipelines (CircleCI, BitBucket) on AWS, reducing manual deployment errors by 80% and accelerating release cycles.
  • Collaborated closely with UX designers to deliver user-centric features and accessible interfaces using React.js and TypeScript.

Projects

Edge-Based Stock Monitoring System

A serverless financial data platform built on Cloudflare Workers for real-time stock analysis and tracking.

Cloudflare WorkersD1KV StorageGitHub ActionsHugging Face
  • Architected a serverless data pipeline using GitHub Actions to automate daily stock data ingestion into Cloudflare D1 (SQL).
  • Implemented a low-latency caching layer using Cloudflare KV for frequently accessed market indicators.
  • Integrated Hugging Face Inference API to provide real-time price trend insights directly on the edge.

Drip Coffee Brew Timer

A minimalist, precision-focused brewing utility for specialty coffee enthusiasts.

Next.jsTypeScriptCloudflare Pages
  • Designed a high-performance, mobile-first web utility using Next.js and TypeScript, optimized for instantaneous load times on the edge via Cloudflare.
  • Implemented precision timing logic and interactive UI components to guide users through complex brewing recipes.
  • Focused on zero-latency user experience and minimalist design principles for real-world usability.

Skills

Frontend

React / Next.js
TypeScript
GraphQL
Redux
Tailwind CSS

Backend

Node.js
Python / Flask
Java 17 / Spring
Cloudflare Workers (Edge)
AWS Lambda / Serverless

Cloud & DevOps

AWS (Amplify, Cognito, S3, DynamoDB, Lambda)
Terraform / IaC
GitHub Actions / CI/CD
pnpm / NX Monorepo
Docker

Database

PostgreSQL / SQL
DynamoDB (NoSQL)
Cloudflare D1 / KV
OpenSearch

Soft Skills

Collaboration
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Leadership & Mentorship
Communication
Stakeholder Management

Education

  • National Chiao Tung University
    Master of Computer Science2018 - 2020
  • National Taiwan Normal University
    Bachelor of Mathematics2010 - 2014