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Cris A.
Full-stack Product Engineer

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Javascript
Cascading Style Sheets
Node.js
Amazon Aws
Php
Ruby
Ruby On Rails
Bio

An experienced designer with a strong background in leading teams and imparting best practices to deliver innovative and functional user experiences. Expertise spans UX strategy, UX research, UI design, UX writing, and front-end development. Utilizing methodologies such as design thinking, double diamond, Scrum, and Lean UX, tasks have been effectively planned and prioritized, resulting in the successful development of MVPs, websites, stores, and applications. Demonstrates a knack for overcoming challenges through critical thinking and creativity, continually pursuing self-development to elucidate, communicate, and present the most viable solutions. This career trajectory has led to substantial improvements in metrics and maturity levels within experience design, contributing to broader organizational success. Currently dedicated to leveraging these insights to create impactful and memorable user experiences.

  • UX Designer
    2/2/2017 - Present

    Designed user experience solutions for digital products through thorough user research, solution gathering, and the creation of navigable prototypes. Engaged in Front-End development while creating and maintaining comprehensive style guides. Developed user research plans, mind maps, usage journeys, and use cases for A/B testing to validate with users, enhance business outcomes, and collect actionable metrics for continuous interface improvement.

  • Mobile Front-End Developer
    1/2/2016 - 5/2/2016

    Excelled in developing solutions for interface and user experience in web applications by creating prototypes and layouts with a focus on problem-solving. Effectively resolved support tickets and conducted maintenance for virtual stores on both Android and iOS mobile applications, utilizing tools and frameworks such as RDW, Sass, and NodeJS.

  • Full-Stack Developer
    12/2/2013 - 12/2/2015

    Transformed various layouts into fully functional websites, virtual stores, landing pages, and web applications utilizing both back-end and front-end development techniques. Acquired extensive experience in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks such as React and Angular for front-end development. Developed back-end systems using Node.js and Express.js, integrating databases like MySQL and MongoDB. Demonstrated ability to ensure responsive and optimized design through proficient use of RESTful APIs and AJAX for seamless data interaction. Maintained code quality and project consistency using version control systems like Git and CI/CD pipelines.

  • Digital Marketing Projects Coordinator
    12/2/2013 - 12/2/2015

    Directed the development and creation team, focusing on leading project initiatives and fostering collaboration within the group. Gained extensive experience in developing themes and plugins for widely-used content management systems, including WordPress and OpenCart. Enhanced technical expertise in customizing and extending CMS functionalities to meet unique client requirements, while ensuring quality and performance standards were maintained.

  • Web Designer
    12/2/2013 - 12/2/2015

    Specialized in the research, planning, and coordination of both offline and digital marketing initiatives. Developed and implemented strategies focused on performance optimization and lead generation. Successfully executed and monitored sponsored link campaigns utilizing tools such as Google Analytics and Google AdWords.

  • Full Stack Developer
    2/2/2012 - 11/2/2013

    Specialized in prototyping and coding for web application projects, websites, and online stores utilizing a wide array of web technologies and languages. Gained expertise in applying techniques and frameworks centered around Responsive Web Design (RWD), Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture, and Design Patterns. Proficient in the development of themes and plugins for WordPress and Opencart platforms, employing PHP, HTML5, CSS3, SASS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, and jQuery.

  • Full Stack Developer
    11/2/2011 - 2/2/2012

    Led the development and creation of projects for the company's portal, handling tasks from the initial design conception through to final programming. This role involved extensive work with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, PHP, and MySQL technologies. Key accomplishments included significantly increasing website traffic, enhancing the user interface for a better user experience, and boosting advertising revenue through strategic design and functionality improvements.

  • Digital Marketing Project Coordinator
    2/2/2009 - 11/2/2011

    Responsible for creating and planning digital projects, developing and executing campaigns and actions including display networks, sponsored ads, landing pages, and alternative media. Coordinated development and information architecture while leading teams and development processes. Specialized in developing themes and plugins for WordPress, OpenCart, and Yii Framework platforms utilizing technologies such as PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

  • Full Stack Developer and Web Designer
    2/2/2009 - 11/2/2011

    Led the design and programming phases from conception to execution, ensuring projects adhered to best practices in SEO, SEM, and Web Analytics. Crafted layouts and responsive prototypes, along with materials for digital marketing strategies. Developed customized themes and plugins for WordPress and Opencart platforms using PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, contributing to dynamic and user-friendly web experiences.

  • Designer Trainer
    8/2/2008 - 12/2/2008

    Played a pivotal role in the creation of graphic projects by establishing visual identities and branding for various digital and printed communication pieces. Demonstrated expertise in designing and finalizing artwork for printing tickets, wristbands, and badges, ensuring high-quality outcomes. Skillfully developed layouts and mockups by producing creative artwork that adhered to client briefings and effectively directed the final art production.

  • Full Stack Developer and Web Designer
    1/2/2008 - 1/1/2009

    Achieved expertise in creating layouts for website projects, virtual stores, banners, and other digital actions. Executed both backend and frontend development for various projects. Specialized in developing user experience and interface for websites and store projects. Designed digital marketing materials including banners. Developed themes and plugins for WordPress and OpenCart platforms using PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

  • Web Designer
    1/2/2008 - 8/2/2008

    Gained expertise in utilizing Adobe Creative Cloud design programs to create layouts for a variety of web-based projects. This includes the design and development of websites, online stores, digital banners, and other digital marketing materials.

  • Digital Art Director
    9/2/2007 - 9/2/2008

    Developed extensive expertise in creating graphic projects with a strong focus on visual identity, branding, and the design of both digital and printed communication pieces. Specialized in the creation and finalization of print-ready artworks, including tickets, wristbands, and badges. Utilized creative arts to develop layouts and mockups, effectively responding to client briefings and overseeing the production of final artwork.

  • Art Director
    5/2/2007 - 12/2/2007

    Spearheaded the development of graphic projects, focusing on the creation of visual identity, branding, and both digital and printed communication materials. Successfully conceptualized and finalized artwork for various print media, including tickets, wristbands, and badges. Demonstrated expertise in designing layouts and mockups, translating creative art into cohesive visuals while strictly adhering to client briefings. Provided direction in the production of final artwork, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to completion.

  • Advertising and Marketing Coordinator
    1/2/2007 - 12/2/2007

    Achieved significant expertise in brand development and strategy creation, substantially increasing website traffic and enhancing the user interface for an optimized user experience. Led the development of comprehensive statistical systems to aid in data-driven decision-making and formulated effective brand strategies. Provided strategic consulting services, contributing to the formulation of business plans and sales strategies. Developed a wide range of promotional materials, including graphics and electronic publications, ensuring cohesive and visually engaging brand communication.

  • Web Designer
    4/2/2006 - 4/2/2007

    Developed layouts for web projects including websites, stores, banners, and various digital campaigns using Adobe Creative Cloud design programs. Specialized in front-end development of websites and online stores, creating custom themes for Opencart and WordPress platforms. Utilized technologies and languages such as HTML, JavaScript, CSS, PHP, MySQL, Ruby, Compass/Sass, and Bower.

  • Advertising at ESPM - School of Higher Education in Advertising and Marketing
    2005 - 2010

  • Social Communication at Superior School of Advertising and Marketing
    2005 - 2011

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