Michael Di Dia

Front End Developer & Full Stack Engineer

About

Frontend Software Engineer with a proven track record of building accessible, mobile-first web applications and scalable UI systems for large-scale, production-grade platforms. Skilled in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frontend frameworks, with foundational full-stack experience including relational and NoSQL databases.

I collaborate cross-functionally with designers, product managers, and backend engineers to deliver performant, maintainable solutions that improve usability, engagement, and client satisfaction. I specialize in creating reusable UI systems, implementing accessibility best practices, and shipping high-quality, production-ready interfaces that scale across complex SaaS platforms.

Passionate about optimizing frontend performance, mentoring team members, and continuously expanding my full-stack skill set to tackle increasingly complex engineering challenges.

Work Experience

Frontend Software Engineer | Creative Developer

2022 - Present
PageUp

Achievements:

  • Lead development of accessible, mobile-first web applications and scalable UI systems for large-scale, production SaaS platforms.
  • Own end-to-end development of custom, client-specific recruitment websites within a proprietary CRM, integrating frontend applications with ATS platforms.
  • Design and implement reusable UI components and frontend patterns, improving development efficiency and code consistency.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with backend engineers and product teams to deliver frontend features, workflows, and feature-flagged releases.
  • Champion WCAG and W3C accessibility standards through semantic markup, ARIA implementation, and accessibility-focused QA.
  • Deliver frontend solutions across U.S. markets, contributing to sustained client satisfaction ratings of 97%.

Technologies used:

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • jQuery
  • Bootstrap
  • Mobile-First
  • Responsive Design
  • Accessibility Standards
  • Prototyping
  • Wireframes
  • UX Development
  • UI Design

Full Stack Developer | Software Engineer

2021 - 2022
Gravity Lending

Achievements:

  • Developed production-ready, user-facing UI for a server-rendered PHP CRM/CMS, leveraging Node.js-based tooling for frontend builds.
  • Integrated internal Web APIs and JSON data sources to deliver reliable, data-driven frontend functionality.
  • Collaborated closely with backend engineers to align frontend behavior with data models, feature flags, and system workflows.
  • Collaborated with marketing and design departments to suggest appropriate functionality for real world edge cases and potential problems when a particular application or microservice is deployed, ensuring maximum usability for the end user.
  • Translated custom wireframes and business requirements into responsive, maintainable interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
  • Partnered with design and marketing teams to identify edge cases and ensure high-quality production releases prior to deployment.

Technologies used:

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • jQuery
  • Bootstrap
  • PHP
  • JSON
  • REST API
  • Node.js
  • SQL
  • Wireframes
  • UX Development
  • UI Design

Front End Developer | Software Engineer

2018 - 2021
Something Kitschy

Achievements:

  • Developed and maintained frontend web applications supporting client access, content management, and eCommerce solutions.
  • Built award-winning UI album templates using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and Bootstrap, with custom layouts and responsive styling.
  • Optimized album presentation and metadata to improve discoverability, client feedback, and repeat bookings.
  • Contributed to a 150% year-over-year increase in online engagement and sales through improved UI, SEOpractices, and digital campaigns.

Technologies used:

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • jQuery
  • Bootstrap
  • eCommerce
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Wireframes
  • UX Development
  • UI Design

Skills & Tools

Web Development:

  • HTML
  • HTML5
  • CSS
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript (ES6)
  • React
  • Redux
  • DOM Manipulation
  • AJAX
  • Bootstrap
  • Material UI
  • Tailwind
  • CSS Flexbox
  • CSS Grid Layout
  • Sass (SCSS)
  • Responsive Web Design
  • API Integration
  • CRUD Operations
  • Google Apps Script
  • Electron

Design and UI / UX:

  • UI Design
  • UX Development
  • WCAG and W3C Accesibility
  • Prototyping
  • Wireframing
  • Figma
  • Adobe XD
  • Lucidchart
  • Draw.io
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • Lightroom

Management and Collaboration:

  • CRM Software
  • Content Management Systems (CMS)
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Node.js
  • NPM
  • SQL
  • MongoDB
  • Flask
  • Rest API
  • Visual Studio Code
  • Postman
  • Jira
  • Salesforce
  • Slack
  • Zendesk

Application Software:

  • Visual Studio Code
  • WebStorm
  • PjpStorm
  • VMWare
  • Postman
  • Jira
  • Slack
  • Mac
  • PC

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts Program
    Web Design & New Media
    Academy of Art University
  • Full Stack Certification - Web Development
    Upskill & Continuing Education
    DevCamp

Awards

  • CEO Award & 3x Nominee
    PageUp CEO Award - PageUp Global
  • Best Of - The Knot.com 2020, 2021
    The Knot Worldwide

Interests

  • All Things Tech
  • Gadgets
  • Hockey
  • Music Production
  • International Travel
  • Road Trips
  • All of the Animals