Lionel Francis
Kingston,Jamaica
Summary
Senior Software Engineer with over 9 years of experience in full-stack development and cloud infrastructure, specializing in AWS. Expertise in leading software projects from architecture to deployment, focusing on scalability and user-centric design. Proficient in modern frameworks such as React, Laravel, and Node.js, utilizing Agile methodologies to deliver impactful applications. Proven ability to enhance system performance and functionality through strategic updates, fostering collaboration to meet project objectives efficiently.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Software Engineer
Veritis Technology
Kingston, jamaica
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Led full-stack development for SaaS platforms, optimizing performance by 30% through AWS cloud integration (EC2, S3, Beanstalk).
- Streamlined CI/CD pipelines, reducing deployment time by 25% and improving team productivity.
Senior Software Engineer
Spurr Technologies
Kingston, Jamaica
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Architected responsive web applications using React.js and Node.js, enhancing cross-platform compatibility for 10K+ users.
- Automated backend processes with Python, cutting manual workload by 40%.
Senior Full-Stack Developer
Anchor Group NA Corp
Kingston, Jamaica
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Designed RESTful APIs and scalable databases (MySQL) for enterprise applications, improving data retrieval speed by 50%.
- Spearheaded mobile optimization efforts, achieving 99% uptime for critical client-facing platforms.
Lead Software Development Engineer
Majestic Cares Community
Jamaica, NY
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Directed a 5-member team to build a community healthcare SaaS platform using Laravel Lumen and React Native.
- Integrated Stripe payment gateways, increasing revenue processing efficiency by 35%.
Lead Principal Software Engineer
Levelup Advisory
New York, NY
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Delivered fintech solutions with AngularJS and Django, reducing transaction errors by 20%.
Software Engineer
Self-Employed
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Built custom web and mobile apps for clients using Vue.js and Ionic, achieving 95% client satisfaction.
Education
BSc - Computer Programming
University of Technology
JamaicaSkills
- JavaScript and Python
- Java and C#
- C/C and Swift
- SQL and MySQL
- Reactjs, Vuejs, and AngularJS
- Django, Flask, and Laravel
- Ionic and React Native
- AWS and CI/CD pipelines
- Linux server administration
- Git version control
- Stripe payment integration
- Android Studio development
- Leadership and team management
- Agile project management
- Client collaboration
Websites
Certification
- AWS Certified Developer
- Agile Scrum Master
Accomplishments
- Reduced client operational costs by $150K+ annually through automated solutions.
- 100% on-time project delivery across 15+ client engagements.
Projects
Student Behavior Management App, 01/01/17, Present, Led development of a classroom management tool (React.js, Laravel) adopted by 50+ schools in Jamaica., Enabled teachers to track student behavior metrics, reducing disciplinary incidents by 25%. HappyReply (Emoji Survey Tool), 01/01/18, 12/31/19, Engineered full-stack web and mobile app (Vue.js, React Native) for a client, reaching 10K+ active users.
Volunteer Experience
Software Mentor, Majestic Cares Community, 01/01/20, 12/31/21, Trained 20+ junior developers in modern frameworks and cloud deployment best practices.
Timeline
Senior Software Engineer
Veritis Technology
10.2024 - 02.2025
Senior Software Engineer
Spurr Technologies
08.2023 - 09.2024
Senior Full-Stack Developer
Anchor Group NA Corp
06.2021 - 08.2022
Lead Principal Software Engineer
Levelup Advisory
08.2020 - 01.2021
Lead Software Development Engineer
Majestic Cares Community
02.2020 - 02.2021
Software Engineer
Self-Employed
01.2018 - 01.2020
BSc - Computer Programming
University of Technology
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