CRAFTING DIGITAL EXPERIENCES
Hi, I'm Fratz Antigua
Full-Stack Software Engineer
I'm a Full-Stack Engineer with experience in building scalable web applications using technologies like Angular, React, Next.js, Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB. I have a strong foundation in both frontend and backend development, RESTful APIs, and deployment workflows. I also work with AI technologies, integrating machine learning models and APIs like OpenAI to create intelligent, user-driven solutions.
About
Who I Am
Hardworking and results-driven IT professional with 7 years of experience in the industry, specializing in application development, coding, and system maintenance. Proven ability to deliver high-quality software solutions and contribute effectively in team-oriented environments. Skilled communicator with a strong willingness to continuously learn and adapt to evolving technologies. With a keen interest in modern development practices, I actively stay updated on emerging tools, frameworks, and methodologies, including cloud computing, DevOps practices, and containerization technologies. I am particularly enthusiastic about the growing impact of artificial intelligence and machine learning in software development, and I’m eager to explore how these innovations can enhance application performance, automate processes, and drive smarter decision-making. Aiming to leverage my technical expertise, adaptability, and passion for innovation to contribute meaningfully to the Software Engineer role at your company.
I started software development in 2018 managing multiple software applications. I have experience working directly with clients and taking mock wireframes all the way to deployed applications. In my spare time I actively engage and enhance my skills in the software development space.
Skills
My Technical Expertise
I've worked with a range of technologies in the web development world, from front-end to back-end, always focusing on creating elegant and efficient solutions.
Frontend Development
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
TypeScript
Next.js
Angular
Bootstrap
Backend Development
Node.js
Express
Firebase
Python
Java
C#
C++
PHP
Shell
Database
PostgreSQL
NoSQL
MySQL
Sybase
Oracle
Tools & Platforms
GitHub
Docker
Jenkins
Jira
Atlassian
AWS
Vercel
OpenAI
n8n
Postman
Projects
Featured Work
Here are some of my recent projects that showcase my skills and expertise in web development.
March 2024 – Current | Fullstack Software Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Architected and implemented scalable RESTful and GraphQL APIs that significantly improved data retrieval efficiency and reduced client-side processing time
- Developed sophisticated automation workflows using n8n and custom integrations, streamlining business processes and dramatically reducing manual operations
- Built intelligent AI-powered systems leveraging OpenAI's GPT models and other LLMs to automate content generation, data processing, and decision-making workflows
- Created advanced automation pipelines that seamlessly integrate multiple APIs, databases, and third-party services, processing thousands of operations daily
- Developed responsive and interactive web applications using Angular, React, and Next.js with a focus on performance optimization and accessibility standards
- Designed and implemented custom LLM integrations that enhanced user experience through intelligent content recommendations and automated customer support
- Built robust backend systems using .NET, Node.js, and NestJS that handle high-volume traffic and complex business logic with exceptional uptime
- Engineered intelligent workflow automation systems that transformed processing time from hours to minutes while maintaining high accuracy
- Implemented AI-driven data analysis and reporting automation that provides real-time insights and substantially reduces manual reporting tasks
- Designed and optimized database schemas across NoSQL and SQL platforms, implementing efficient query patterns that improved response times
- Created automated monitoring and alerting systems using custom workflows that proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact users
- Implemented CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code practices within AWS, transforming deployment time from hours to minutes
- Led sprint planning and retrospectives in an Agile environment, consistently delivering features on time while maintaining high code quality
- Spearheaded the development of intelligent automation frameworks that adapt to changing business requirements using machine learning algorithms
- Collaborated with UX/UI designers to implement pixel-perfect interfaces that significantly increased user engagement metrics
- Reduced critical production issues through proactive monitoring, debugging, and implementing robust error handling strategies with automated workflows
- Conducted regular tech talks on emerging technologies and implemented proof-of-concepts for AI and cloud service integrations
- Spearheaded system architecture improvements that resulted in operational cost reduction and improved scalability
- Implemented comprehensive testing strategies with extensive code coverage, ensuring exceptional product quality and reliability
May 2022 – March 2024 | Senior Software Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Managed and optimized enterprise-level Atlassian ecosystem (Jira, Confluence, JSM) serving over 5000 users while significantly reducing ticket resolution time
- Provided expert-level L2 technical support for Atlassian products, resolving complex issues with consistently high customer satisfaction ratings
- Executed seamless data migration to new Atlassian versions using Postman and custom APIs, achieving zero data loss across hundreds of projects
- Identified and resolved critical application bottlenecks, dramatically improving system performance during peak usage periods
- Implemented strategic application enhancements that substantially increased user productivity and reduced manual processes
- Designed and optimized CI/CD pipelines that significantly reduced build times and deployment failures
- Automated deployment workflows using Jenkins and Docker, enabling much more frequent releases with consistent quality
- Developed sophisticated Bash scripts that automated routine administrative tasks, saving substantial time for the team weekly
- Reverse-engineered and modernized legacy pipeline systems, successfully migrating critical functionality from decommissioned scripts
- Created Python automation scripts that transformed QA testing cycles from days to hours while improving test coverage
- Implemented and optimized CAWA scheduling systems that greatly improved resource allocation efficiency
- Maintained meticulous documentation and code quality standards, resulting in dramatically fewer regression issues
December 2020 – May 2022 | Software Engineer / Automation Tester
Responsibilities:
- Developed advanced Shell scripts that automated the majority of manual test procedures, transforming testing time from days to hours
- Created sophisticated Python automation frameworks that substantially increased test coverage while maintaining excellent accuracy in defect detection
- Successfully migrated mission-critical Java applications from Solaris to Linux RHEL 8, upgrading from Java 1.8 to Java 14 with zero downtime
- Conducted comprehensive analysis of legacy system configurations, creating detailed compatibility mappings that ensured seamless transition to new environments
- Led complex database migration from Sybase to MySQL, preserving data integrity across numerous tables and optimizing query performance
- Engineered efficient CI/CD pipelines that dramatically reduced build times and deployment time, enabling more frequent releases
July 2018 – April 2021 | Software Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Developed and maintained enterprise banking applications, implementing critical financial features that processed millions in daily transactions
- Achieved comprehensive test coverage through extensive djUnit test cases (SLK), substantially reducing post-deployment issues
- Pioneered Minaoshi methodology for systematic bug analysis, dramatically reducing recurring defects across multiple banking systems
- Established rigorous software testing protocols and validation procedures that significantly improved code quality metrics
- Architected data management systems for real-time analysis and built Azure DevOps pipelines that integrated with satellite systems, greatly reducing deployment time
- Led client consultations for software design requirements, resulting in higher customer satisfaction scores and repeat business
- Optimized legacy code bases, reducing memory usage and substantially improving application performance
- Implemented quality assurance processes that dramatically reduced critical bugs in production environments
- Successfully integrated RFID and EFT payment systems with point-of-sale applications, processing thousands of transactions daily with exceptional reliability
- Modernized legacy applications for compatibility with new hardware platforms while maintaining backward compatibility with existing systems
- Delivered feature enhancements that significantly increased application functionality while maintaining system stability