01 / CAPABILITY
Fullstack Development
- •Design and build end-to-end applications
- •Connect frontend, backend and infrastructure
- •Ensure scalability and maintainability
Next.js / TypeScript / Node
Senior Full-Stack Engineer & Backend Architect
Jordan Gaona
I architect high-throughput backend systems and automated workflows that drive operational scale.
Specialized in distributed architectures, asynchronous event-driven design, and mission-critical cloud infrastructure.
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About Me
Fullstack engineer with a strong backend focus, specialized in building scalable systems and simplifying real-world workflows. I design and develop end-to-end applications, working across frontend, backend, and infrastructure to deliver clean, maintainable, and high-impact solutions.
How I Build Systems
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02 / FOCUS AREA
Backend & System Architecture
- ▸Design scalable backend systems
- ▸Focus on performance and reliability
- ▸Build clean and maintainable architectures
High-Throughput Focus
NestJS / Redis / BullMQ / AWS
03 / VELOCITY
AI-Augmented Development
- ⚡Accelerate development with AI-assisted workflows
- ⚡Improve code quality and decision making with AI support
- ⚡Support rapid iteration while maintaining engineering consistency
AI Agent Pair Programming
Copilot / Gemini / Custom Agents
04 / PRAGMATISM
Workflow Optimization
- •Simplify real-world user workflows
- •Automate processes through system design
- •Reduce operational complexity
Automation / Developer UX
Selected Work
system-architecture-spec.md
// Professional Infrastructure
PRODUCTION_BUILDv1.2.0
METRICS: 40% REPURCHASE CONVERSION
High-Throughput Automotive Campaign Architecture
NestJSNode.jsRedisBullMQPostgreSQLAWS EC2PM2
Architected a decoupled, event-driven background job system using NestJS, Redis, and BullMQ. Solved SQL database I/O bottlenecks during concurrent traffic spikes by storing transient job state in RAM, managing heavy dispatches (email, SMS, and voucher generation) with strict fault tolerance.
SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS & IMPLEMENTATIONPASS
✔Decoupled heavy I/O dispatches using Redis-backed BullMQ FIFO queues to protect relational database integrity.
✔Supported high-volume traffic spike demands, enabling a 40% repurchase conversion rate across 3,000 target users.
✔Maintained 24/7 availability on EC2 using PM2 process clustering and custom service-restart monitors.
// Personal MVP & R&D
SANDBOX_BUILDv1.2.0
METRICS: ZERO RUNTIME MAINTENANCE COST
Expenses Tracker SaaS (In Progress)
Next.jsTypeScriptZustandSupabase (PostgreSQL)Vercel
Developing a lightweight, high-performance personal finance SaaS. Employs Zustand for clean, boilerplate-free client state management and Vercel + Supabase to form a fully serverless, zero-maintenance database and compute layer.
SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS & IMPLEMENTATIONPASS
✔Implemented serverless connection pooling via Supabase APIs to ensure reliable DB operations under serverless execution.
✔Optimized client-side rendering pathways using Zustand, minimizing memory footprint and component re-renders.
✔Eliminated server maintenance overhead entirely, achieving a cost-effective, cold-start optimized deployment.
Experience
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Fullstack Engineer & Project Lead
2022 - PresentDigitas
Orchestrated high-availability backend solutions, drove asynchronous system architecture, and led cross-functional engineering initiatives.
- ↳Designed and implemented an asynchronous job management system using RAM-based Redis and BullMQ, completely bypassing relational DB I/O bottlenecks. Successfully managed massive dispatches (SMS, email, and dynamic voucher allocation) for a major automotive campaign, driving a 40% repurchase rate across target users.
- ↳Spearheaded collaborative engineering and design roundtables, setting initial project direction while fostering open, meritocratic debates to align visual assets with technical feasibility.
- ↳Managed AWS EC2 cloud infrastructure, setting up robust process monitoring via PM2 for 24/7 service availability, and executing seamless manual builds and deployments over SSH.
Fullstack Developer
2021 - 2022B-Code
Developed web and mobile solutions across multiple technologies and platforms.
- ↳Built fullstack applications using .NET and PHP
- ↳Developed mobile features using Android
- ↳Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams
Engineering & Leadership
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My approach combines technical depth with pragmatic leadership. I prioritize clear architecture, incremental delivery, and strong engineering standards. I use AI tools to improve productivity, strengthen technical decisions, and maintain high engineering standards. I mentor through design reviews, hands-on collaboration, and documentation practices that help teams move faster without sacrificing quality.
Current & Future Focus
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- ▸Cloud Infrastructure: Actively expanding cloud-native architectural patterns and preparing for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification.
- ▸Serverless & BaaS Ecosystems: Exploring light-footprint architectures, Supabase-centric backends, and serverless edge functions to optimize cost-efficiency and deployment velocity.
AWS Practitioner Prep / Serverless Edge
// Connection Gateway
Let's Connect
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I'm currently open to opportunities where I can contribute to building scalable systems, improving backend architecture, and creating impactful products. If you're working on something interesting or looking for a developer with strong backend expertise, feel free to reach out.