Hi, I'm Paul đź‘‹
Entrepreneurial software engineer passionate about building impactful products and helping others grow.
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About

As a seasoned full-stack engineer and consultant, I have developed a robust portfolio of professional experience across application development, web solutions, and digital transformation projects. My journey as a freelancer has enabled me to manage and deliver a wide range of applications, prototypes, and enterprise solutions for diverse clients. Collaborating with talented teams and leading projects has honed my technical, architectural, and agile teamwork skills. I am passionate about leveraging modern technologies to solve complex problems and drive business value, while continuously learning and mentoring others in the field.

Work Experience

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Front-Commerce
Remote
E-commerce

2021 - Present
Software Engineer

Designing and developing a pioneering composable e-commerce platform using React and Remix. Responsible for building high-performance, customizable storefronts within a headless, API-first architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that empower merchants and developers. Contribute to technical documentation and best practices. See docs: https://developers.front-commerce.com.

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VDTech
Freelance
Consulting

2019 - Present
Full-Stack Consultant

As an independent consultant, I have led the architecture, development, and deployment of full-stack solutions for a variety of clients and personal ventures. My responsibilities include mentoring junior developers, implementing best practices, and delivering robust, scalable applications.

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Kenai
Freelance
SaaS Startup

2015 - Present
Full-Stack Developer & Investor

Leading the development of a secure, bank-trusted SaaS platform for facial recognition and visitor/employee management. Architected and implemented solutions including a real-time dashboard, pre-screening system, and visitor invitation workflow. Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure compliance, security, and seamless user experience across all modules.

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French Foreign Legion

2014 - 2020
Senior UX/UI Designer

Responsible for the complete design and development of the Foreign Legion's website and custom CMS system. Led a comprehensive re-design of both the back-end and front-end, improving usability, accessibility, and maintainability. Mentored junior team members and contributed to digital transformation initiatives within the organization.

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VenturePoint
ESN (SSII)

2013 - 2018
Full-Stack Developer

Designed and developed new applications for a range of enterprise clients. Championed the adoption of React.js and modern front-end best practices, resulting in improved development efficiency and product quality. Worked closely with stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions that met business requirements and technical standards.

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Enlisted in the French Foreign Legion

2012 - 2014
Combat Engineer

Served as a Combat Engineer in the 1st Foreign Legion Engineer Regiment. Developed strong teamwork, discipline, and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments. Participated in engineering operations and contributed to mission success through technical and operational expertise.

Skills

React
Next.js
Remix
React Router v7
Typescript
Node.js
Tailwind
Shadcn/ui
Vite
Turborepo
Vercel
AWS
SST
Sanity
Redis
GraphQL
Webpack
My Projects

Check out my latest work

I've worked on a variety of projects, from simple websites to complex web applications. Here are a few of my favorites.

Isizwe Components

Led the modernization of Isizwe Components' web platform using Next.js 15 and Sanity.io headless CMS. Delivered an enterprise-grade solution featuring dynamic catalog management, optimized performance metrics, and seamless content administration while preserving brand consistency.

Next.js
TypeScript
React
Redux
Sanity.io
Sentry
Tailwind
Radix UI
Google Maps

Croc Blanc 4 Saisons

Developed a modern website for Croc Blanc 4 Saisons luxury chalet in Morzine, France. Features include amenity showcases, booking integration, photo galleries, and mobile-responsive design. Implemented payments, and content management systems to deliver a premium digital experience.

Next.js
React
Tailwind
Vercel
Google Analytics
Stripe
Sanity
Font Awesome
Webpack

Kenai

Architected and led the development of Kenai's suite of web applications—including the invites app, dashboard, induction app, and public website, to deliver a seamless, secure, and modern workspace management platform.

Next.js 15
Redux
Tailwind
Shadcn/ui
@mui/data-grid
SST
AWS

Front-Commerce

Developed a composable e-commerce framework designed for developers to build high-performance, customizable online stores. Front-Commerce acts as a gateway between users and various backend services, providing a unified API layer and leveraging a React-based view layer for seamless SSR and client-side experiences.

Remix
GraphQL
Typescript
Webpack
Prismic
Contentful
Magento
Contact

Get in Touch

Want to chat? Just shoot me a dm with a direct question on LinkedIn and I'll respond whenever I can. I will ignore all soliciting.