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John Anthony Pecson

Senior Full-Stack Engineer & Solutions Architect

Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years architecting systems that serve millions of users and process $2M+ in transactions. I build:

  • Full-stack applications (React, Node.js) serving 50K+ concurrent users
  • Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Docker) reducing costs by 35%
  • CI/CD pipelines cutting deployment time from hours to minutes
  • Scalable architectures handling 99.9% uptime at enterprise scale

I don't just write code—I architect solutions that scale to millions, deploy with zero downtime, and deliver measurable ROI.

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Recent Projects

Empire Crypto Trading Platform

Empire Crypto Trading Platform

Rebuilt the social trading platform for crypto enthusiasts with real-time market feeds, community discussions, and portfolio sharing. Architected to handle 50K+ monthly active traders with WebSocket-powered live updates and secure JWT authentication. Enhanced engagement by 3x through optimized UI/UX and performance.

Next.js
Nest.js
WebSockets
AWS (ECS, CloudFront)
PostgreSQL
Docker
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Workbeaver Website / Authentication API

Workbeaver Website / Authentication API

WorkBeaver is a productivity platform designed to eliminate manual, repetitive tasks in business workflows by leveraging automation. The system integrates with existing tools (e.g., CRM, email, spreadsheets) to streamline operations, reduce human error, and free up employees for strategic work.

NextJS
React
NodeJS
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Safe - Midman App

Safe - Midman App

Secure platform to protect users from fraud risks. Built with modern technologies to ensure security and performance.

React
NodeJS
AWS
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One Festival App

One Festival App

Comprehensive app for festival-goers with maps, line-up info, and real-time updates. Available on both iOS and Android platforms.

ReactNative
NodeJS
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Work Experience

Lead Full-Stack Developer & Architect

Empire Crypto Trading (Remote)

Feb 2025 - Present
  • Rebuilt social trading platform for crypto traders using Next.js/Nest.js, increasing user engagement by 3x
  • Architected real-time features including live market feeds, chat, and portfolio sharing using WebSockets
  • Optimized AWS infrastructure (ECS, CloudFront) to handle 50K+ monthly active traders
  • Implemented JWT authentication and rate limiting for enhanced security
Next.js
Nest.js
WebSockets
AWS (ECS, Lambda, CloudFront)
PostgreSQL
Docker

Full Stack Developer

Workbeaver (UK) | Productivity Platform

Sep 2024 - Jan 2025
  • Delivered custom full-stack solutions for 20+ clients across industries (SaaS, e-commerce, fintech), leveraging React, Node.js, and AWS.
  • Architected scalable cloud infrastructure (Docker, AWS ECS, Lambda) for startups, reducing deployment costs by 35% vs. traditional hosting.
  • Implemented CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins) to automate testing/deployment, cutting release cycles by 50%.
Node.js
AWS (DynamoDB, CloudWatch)
Docker
OAuth 2.0

Co-Founder / CTO

Safe Technology Ventures (Singapore) | Dispute Resolution Platform for E-commerce (FinTech)

Jul 2023 - May 2024
  • Architected a secure dispute resolution platform for e-commerce transactions, enhancing user trust and safety.
  • Implemented a microservices architecture using Node.js and Next.js, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
  • Integrated advanced security features, including end-to-end encryption and multi-factor authentication.
  • Led a team of developers in building a robust API for seamless integration with e-commerce platforms.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align product features with business goals and user needs.
  • Utilized AWS services for cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery.
Next.js
Node.js
PostgreSQL
AWS
EC2

Lead Software Engineer & Product Designer

Tradeshare LLC (USA) | Decentralized Lending Platform (DeFi)

Dec 2020 - Dec 2021
  • Designed smart contracts (Solidity) for collateralized loans, interest rate models, and liquidation mechanisms, reducing bad debt by 90% vs. industry averages.
  • Developed a React-based frontend with Web3.js for seamless user interaction with the blockchain.
  • Implemented a secure wallet integration for user transactions, enhancing security and user experience.
  • Created a real-time analytics dashboard for monitoring loan performance and user activity.
React
NodeJS
Solidity
Web3.js

Technical Skills

Frontend

React
Next.js
TypeScript
HTML/CSS
Tailwind CSS

Backend

Node.js
Express
MongoDB
PostgreSQL

Mobile

React Native
Ionic
Expo

DevOps & Cloud

AWS
Docker
CI/CD
Vercel

Get In Touch

Ready to discuss your next project? Let's build something exceptional together.

Location

Philippines