Shaun Kelly

Frontend Engineer

I bring ideas to life by creating seamless user experiences.

About Me

I'm a frontend engineer with a passion for crafting engaging and intuitive user experiences. With a strong foundation in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, I specialize in building responsive and accessible web applications. Currently, I'm focused on expanding my skills in React and Next.js to create dynamic and high-performance web solutions.

Experience

Frontend Web Developer @ Dignity Funerals ( Sep 2019 - Present )

In this role, I am responsible for maintaining and enhancing multiple websites across the Dignity platform, ensuring high performance, accessibility, and user experience. I have designed and delivered several internal web applications that streamline complex business processes by leveraging modern technology stacks. Additionally, I have managed multiple pattern libraries and taken the initiative to establish scalable frontend architecture aligned with company objectives. This position has also enabled me to expand into full-stack development, broadening my technical expertise and contributing to end-to-end solutions.

Frontend Developer @ Lightbox Digital ( Apr 2018 - Sep 2019 )

At Lightbox, I was responsible for the planning, setup, and development of websites, primarily using WordPress as the core platform. Working in a fast-paced agency environment, I utilised HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to deliver bespoke, user-friendly solutions tailored to client needs. With a strong focus on user experience, I continually sought innovative and cost-effective approaches to improve the overall client journey and deliver measurable value.

Junior Web Developer @ Reapit ( Apr 2016 - Apr 2018 )

As a junior member of the web team, I supported the smooth delivery of projects by managing a wide range of tasks in a timely and efficient manner. My responsibilities included resolving support issues, designing and building web applications, and updating or maintaining client websites. I also provided assistance to colleagues across the team, contributing to a steady workflow and developing my technical and collaborative skills in a fast-paced environment.

Projects

Dignity Styles

Dignity Styles is a curated set of reusable frontend styles and assets designed for use across the Dignity web platform.

HTMLSassJavaScriptWebpackAzure
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Acme Dashboard

The Acme Dashboad is an app built with Next.js. This app has given me the ability to learn the foundations of Next.js and build a fully functional demo website that uses all the latest features.

NextJSTypeScriptVercelPostgreSQL
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Age Co Funeral Plans

Age Co Funeral Plans is a landing page build with a Headless CMS and a React frontend. This project allowed me to explore the integration of headless CMS solutions with modern frontend frameworks.

HTMLCSSReactHeadless CMSUmbraco
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