Santiago Arias
Senior Frontend Developer
8 years building web & mobile apps with React, Next.js & React Native. Technical Lead who has managed teams of 30+ developers. I leverage AI tools to ship faster without compromising quality.
Santiago Arias
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Planning → Coding → Review
My AI-first development methodology integrates artificial intelligence into every phase of the software development lifecycle.
Planning Phase
AI-assisted requirement analysis and task breakdown
AI Tools Used
- Claude Code
- ChatGPT
- Custom Prompts
Key Activities
- Analyze requirements with LLM
- Break down into atomic tasks
- Identify edge cases
- Estimate complexity
- Define acceptance criteria
Phase Output
Detailed implementation plan with prioritized tasks
Why This Workflow Works
Faster Delivery
Development speed increase
Fewer Bugs
Reduction in production issues
Better Coverage
Test coverage achieved
Code Quality
Maintainability score
Work Experience
8+ years of professional experience building production applications, leading teams, and driving technical excellence.
Senior Frontend Developer
Maintain new features across React Native App and Remix web app. Define and implement proposals of improvements for the system.
Key Achievements
- Maintain new features across React Native App and Remix web app
- Define and implement proposals of improvements for the system
Tech Stack
Senior Frontend Developer
Comprehensive development and analysis of frontend implementations for assigned clients. Definition and implementation of system architectures. Leadership in code quality and frontend development standards.
Key Achievements
- Implemented code standards and best practices that increased the productivity of the team of 5 developers, resulting in a significant improvement in project maintainability
- Designed and implemented a robust architecture that proactively anticipated and mitigated potential production issues, strengthening the future stability of the system
- Successfully completed a critical set of unplanned deliverables within a one-month timeframe, facilitating progress towards crucial project phases for deployment to production
Tech Stack
Senior Frontend Developer
Development and implementation of new functionality for critical business systems. Leading new technology adoption and implementation initiatives. Mentoring and professional development of developer team.
Key Achievements
- Successfully led the complete migration of the codebase to TypeScript, significantly improving the maintainability and robustness of the system
- Developed and implemented a TypeScript training program for client team, raising the overall quality of development
- Successfully implemented critical functionality for the Black Friday campaign, ensuring the system's ability to handle the seasonal traffic surge
Tech Stack
Senior Frontend Developer
Strategic involvement in multiple teams managing critical projects for the company. Overseeing and executing enterprise-wide code review processes. Leading strategic initiatives to strengthen the value proposition in staff augmentation services.
Key Achievements
- Expanded the company's technology portfolio through the successful introduction and implementation of Flutter, including the development of a proof of concept and training program
- Successfully led a team through a critical delivery phase, ensuring that all objectives were met within the established timeline
- Designed and implemented a micro-frontend architecture for a top-tier banking institution, successfully modernizing a legacy product and enhancing its value delivery capability
Tech Stack
Software Developer Lead
Led the engineering department with a team of 30 developers and spearheaded strategic architecture and development initiatives. Primary responsibilities included overseeing the engineering department, designing and implementing architectural improvements, and leading technical contracting processes.
Key Achievements
- Led and managed a team of 30 developers, overseeing multiple projects and ensuring technical excellence
- Successfully orchestrated the migration to the cloud using a microservices architecture in Golang, which improved system scalability and efficiency
- Developed and implemented a real-time monitoring system during the COVID-19 pandemic using Node.js and React, enabling effective measurement of project outcomes
- +1 more achievements
Tech Stack
Software Developer
Worked as a senior developer focused on continuous system improvement and customer relationship management. Role involved both technical responsibilities and direct interaction with stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of solutions.
Key Achievements
- Managed strategic meetings with clients to define and refine new functionality
- Led system improvement initiatives by identifying optimization opportunities and implementing effective solutions
- Successfully executed the migration of a critical functionality to a mobile app using React Native, which improved accessibility and user experience
- +2 more achievements
Tech Stack
Software Developer
Focused on developing and implementing new functionalities that significantly improved the user experience and automated key business processes.
Key Achievements
- Developed and implemented new features using a modern technology stack, including PHP, Laravel, and ReactJS
- Managed the resolution of critical system issues to ensure stability and operational continuity
- Redesigned and improved the system's user interface, resulting in a more intuitive and efficient experience for end users
- +1 more achievements
Tech Stack
Years Experience
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Team Size Led
Projects Delivered
AI Engineering & Integration
Leveraging cutting-edge AI tools and techniques to build intelligent applications and optimize development workflows.
AI-First Development Workflow
Pioneer in integrating AI tools into every phase of the software development lifecycle.
Slash Commands & Custom Tools
Creating custom AI interactions that accelerate development velocity.
RAG & Context Engineering
Advanced techniques for maximizing AI effectiveness through context management.
AI Integration Architecture
Designing systems that seamlessly incorporate AI capabilities.
AI Tools & Technologies
This portfolio itself is a demonstration of AI-augmented development. Built with Next.js 16, it features interactive RAG-powered chat and AI workflow visualizations.
Education
Servicio Nacional de Aprendizaje (SENA)
Analyst and Developer of Software - Computer Software Technology/Technician
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