Dan Wilkinson
Senior Front End Developer (Contractor)
Based in Redditch within the heart of the West Midlands, I specialise in front-end development and software, crafting responsive websites, dynamic web applications, and innovative hybrid mobile apps. Renowned for a keen eye for detail in both the UI and UX, I consistently stay ahead of the curve by embracing the latest advancements in technology.
Currently seeking collaboration with a forward-thinking, remote-friendly company to contribute my expertise and drive digital innovation to new heights.
Work experience
I've worked in a few different industries from electric vehicles to video game play testing. Here are a few companies that I've worked for most recently:
Go Testify
Senior Front End Developer
- Created reusable components using JavaScript and Vue.js in a single page application to enhance user feedback with video screen recordings, surveys, and touch data.
- Revamped the PC screen recording application built on React and Electron, introducing an array of user-centric features, including an intuitive user interface overhaul and a fresh branding update.
- Led UI/UX development for an immersive video player highlighting game highlights and player sentiments, whilst also implementing interactive features like timeline navigation.
- Integrated AI-generated summaries for both player and game levels to extract sentiments into a user-friendly format, improving user experience.
September 2022 - September 2023
Accenture/bp
Senior Front End Developer
- Led engineering efforts for bp's customer-facing website for their electronic vehicle leasing service, overseeing tasks from conception to implementation with a focus on UI/UX development.
- Developed a Single Page Application (SPA) using React and Aurelia to optimise performance and to ensure a seamless browsing experience for a mobile first approach.
- Implemented bp's style guide and component library for a visually consistent representation aligned with the brand, streamlining development and emphasising professionalism.
- Created ad hoc marketing tools such as a pricing calculator for tradeshows, enhancing engagement and facilitating on-the-spot decision-making by showcasing product customisability.
March 2020 - September 2022
Immediate Media TV
Lead UI Developer
- Led the front-end development of new features for two television shopping channels, improving audience engagement and success.
- Initiated the creation of a modern TV catch-up service, integrating multiple RESTful APIs with JavaScript and Vue.js for a smooth user experience.
- Achieved rapid development by leading the creation of a hybrid mobile app within a four-week timeframe, using Ionic to deliver a user-friendly solution from proof of concept to final deliverables.
- Played a pivotal role in recruiting, mentoring, and supporting junior/mid-level team members, fostering their growth within the organisation.
June 2018 - March 2020
ioSTUDIOS
Senior Front End Developer
- Participated in end-to-end development cycles for websites, web applications, and hybrid mobile apps, ensuring seamless conceptualisation, execution, and deployment using JavaScript and Angular
- Utilised Adobe XD for dynamic prototypes, providing essential proof of concept for web applications, while simultaneously assessing UX/UI designs for technical feasibility.
- Pioneered a responsive, mobile-first approach to standardise project outputs, bolstering cross-device accessibility and user engagement, ultimately driving superior digital experiences.
December 2013 - June 2018
Development tools and experience
Working primairly with front end technologies such as Vue and React.
HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript
Tailwind
Vue.js
Nuxt
React
Node JS
Supabase
Docker
Figma
Storybook
Let's get in contact
If you're interested in hiring me for a project, I'd be delighted to hear from you. Please use the contact form or alternatively you can contact me using the methods below.