Michael Martin
Software Engineer
Summary
I’m a front-end developer specialising in React, TypeScript, and Tailwind. I create scalable, high-performance applications and have built an in-house design system that streamlines development with highly accessible, reusable component library. My passion for clean architecture and strong user experiences drives me to deliver fast, visually cohesive interfaces that adhere to best practices in both performance and accessibility.
Skills & Tools
- React JS
- JavaScript
- Node
- Tailwind
- CSS/SCSS
- Styled Components
- TypeScript
- GraphQL
- Git
- Next.js
- Java
- Jira
- UX/UI Design
- HTML
- C#
Experience
Sky / Livingston, UKNov 2021 – Ongoing
Front-End Developer
- Develop robust front-end applications using React.js, Typescript & Tailwind.
- Built and maintain an internal React reuseable component library for multiple Sky projects.
- Integrate front-end solutions with backend services (GraphQL, Node.js).
- Define coding standards and best practices for maintainable code.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align solutions with user needs.
- Work in an agile environment, participating in sprints and code reviews.
FDM Group / Glasgow, UKOct 2019 – Nov 2021
Front-End Developer Consultant
- Built sophisticated front-end applications in React.js for high-performance user interfaces.
- Deployed a shared React component library for consistency across company projects.
- Integrated with backend systems using GraphQL and Node.js.
- Established coding standards to ensure scalable, maintainable codebases.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to meet user experience goals.
- Embraced agile methodologies, code reviews, and team mentorship.
Self-Employed / Glasgow, UKJul 2018 – Oct 2019
Games Software & Front-End Developer
- Created mobile games and client websites at Ingen Studios, including UI/UX and art assets.
- Gained full-stack experience from project conception to deployment.
Education
(Sep 2013 – Jul 2018) Glasgow Caledonian University