Welcome.

I am James White, a full stack software engineer based in Auckland, New Zealand.

Bringing four years of comprehensive experience in full-stack development to the table, I have honed my skills across a diverse range of programming languages and frameworks. My expertise spans JavaScript, TypeScript, and Kotlin, enabling me to craft and deploy scalable software solutions efficiently. My journey in the tech industry has been marked by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a deep commitment to developing applications that not only meet but exceed user expectations.

Experience.

Here are a few of the companies I have worked with.

Youdooh Limited October 2024 - Present

I work with a team of three developers to enhance and refine an industry-leading software platform that connects over 3,000 digital advertising screens in New Zealand and 4,000 in Australia, making Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) advertising more accessible for small and medium-sized businesses.
One of my key contributions has been designing, building, and implementing a preview system that allows users to see how their ad will appear on a billboard before purchasing the space. This feature improves user confidence and streamlines the ad booking process. In addition to adding new features, I also focus on refactoring existing systems to improve performance, maintainability, and scalability.

Inugo Systems Limited January 2022 - October 2024

I optimized database queries, reducing load times by 90%, making the system significantly faster and more efficient. I worked as part of a team of five full-stack developers to modernize a legacy parking permit system, replacing thousands of paper permits with a digital solution.
This role involved working with international teams across the UK, Australia, the US, and New Zealand. I also mentored junior developers, guiding them through caching strategies, GraphQL, Next.js, and Node.js to help them get up to speed. Additionally, I stepped into an interim team lead position, conducting regular reviews and mentoring a small team. This experience helped me develop my leadership skills as I prepare for a senior role.

Trail Limited January 2021 - December 2021

I worked closely with the Product Manager to implement software improvements that supported over 400 financial advisers, ensuring the platform was both user-friendly and effective.
A key part of my role was leading the development of features to maintain compliance with new 2021 government regulations. I was also responsible for the weekly build and deployment process, working with C#, SQL Migrations, and Azure app services to ensure smooth updates and system reliability.

Contact.

Get in touch with me through linkedin on the bottom right.