Brian W - Senior software engineer
About Me
I'm Brian, a senior full-stack engineer and technical lead with 12+ years of experience building scalable SaaS platforms, AI-driven applications, and Web3 products. Based in Hong Kong, I specialize in React, Node.js, Next.js, TypeScript, Python, Web3, AI/ML, and AWS, and have led the development of complex systems used globally across fintech, edtech, crypto, and data intelligence.
I specialize in React, Node.js, Next.js, TypeScript, Python, Web3, AI/ML, and AWS, and have led the development of complex systems used globally across fintech, edtech, crypto, and data intelligence.
I've contributed to high-impact products such as DataHub, CardStack, OpenParachute, PumaPay, and more, frequently taking on CTO-level responsibilities driving architecture, engineering strategy, and end-to-end product execution.
As a remote-first professional, I bring extensive experience in distributed team collaboration, self-directed project management, and cross-timezone communication, provides excellent overlap with US West Coast and European business hours, enabling effective collaboration with global teams.
Technical Expertise
Frontend Development
Architected high-performance web applications using React, Next.js, Gatsby.js, and modern JavaScript/TypeScript. Led teams in implementing scalable component libraries and state management solutions.
JavaScript/TypeScript React/Next.js/Gatsby.js Angular Vue Redux/Context API Responsive Design Web Performance
Backend & Architecture
Designed and implemented scalable microservices and serverless architectures. Specialized in building high-availability APIs and distributed systems.
Node.js/Express Python/Django REST/GraphQL Microservices Serverless
Blockchain & Web3
Led development of decentralized applications and smart contracts, with deep expertise in Ethereum ecosystem and blockchain architecture.
Smart Contracts Ethereum/Solidity Web3.js/ethers.js DApp Development DeFi Protocols
Cloud & DevOps
Architected and deployed cloud-native applications with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and container orchestration.
AWS/GCP/Azure
Docker/Kubernetes
Terraform
CI/CD Pipelines
Site Reliability
Contact or Hire
I'm open to any offers. If you have any interest of working with me, please contact me over LinkedIn, Guru, Or you can drop a message. I will be more than happy to serve you.