Orange County, CA · Available now
6+ years building
software businesses depend on.
I'm a full-stack engineer who helps businesses grow through better websites, custom software, and smart automations. I think like a business owner and build like a senior engineer — because your technology should be generating revenue, not just existing.
By the numbers
6+
Years full-time engineering
10+
Projects shipped & live
End-to-end
Strategy to deployment
OC-based
Orange County, CA
Built with
React · Next.js · Node.js · AWS · PostgreSQL · AI/LLMs · Docker · CI/CD
My background
Discipline from the field. Precision from the codebase.
"The same mindset that wins championships — preparation, accountability, performing under pressure — is what I bring to every client project."
Before I wrote a line of code, I competed as a national championship soccer player at CSU Dominguez Hills. Four years of Division II athletics — training, pressure, teamwork, and the relentless pursuit of winning — shaped how I work. I know what it means to prepare, to execute under pressure, and to show up for the people counting on you.
I've spent the last 6+ years as a full-time software engineer — building production systems, shipping large-scale web applications, and solving hard technical problems for real businesses with real users. I've worked across the full stack: React frontends, Node.js backends, cloud infrastructure, databases, APIs, and increasingly, AI workflows that give businesses a genuine edge.
Now I bring that production-level engineering to businesses that can't afford a full engineering team but need serious results. Local businesses, startups, and growing companies hire me when they need someone who understands both the technology and the business outcome — and can deliver both.
What I bring to your business
Production-level engineering. Business-level results.
I don't just write code. I build the systems, sites, and tools that move your business forward.
01
Websites that turn visitors into customers
Most business websites look fine but don't convert. I build sites engineered around your customer's decision — with clear CTAs, fast load times, and a mobile-first experience that earns trust before a word is read.
- Conversion-focused design, not just aesthetics
- Local SEO structure built in from day one
- Lead capture flows that actually get filled out
- Core Web Vitals optimized for Google ranking
02
Tools and automations that save time and money
Manual processes cost your team hours every week. I build internal dashboards, automations, and integrations that eliminate repetitive work — so your team spends time on what actually grows the business.
- Custom internal tools your team will actually use
- Workflow automations that remove manual bottlenecks
- API integrations between your existing systems
- AI-powered workflows for a real competitive edge
03
Software that scales as your business grows
Off-the-shelf tools only get you so far. When your business needs something custom — a platform, a portal, a data system — I build it with production-grade architecture that handles real traffic and real users.
- Full-stack web applications, built to last
- Cloud-hosted, monitored, and always available
- Clean code your next developer can work with
- Long-term partnership, not a one-time project
My approach
How I actually work.
Three principles that guide every project — from the first conversation to long after launch.
01
Business context before feature lists.
Every project starts with your goals, your customers, and what success looks like for you — not a list of features. The technology is just how we get there.
02
Production quality in every line of code.
I've built systems that serve thousands of real users in production. That experience informs every decision — from architecture to error handling to deployment.
03
I own the outcome, not just the deliverable.
I'm not done when the code ships. I stay accountable for the results — and most clients continue working with me long after launch because the relationship works.
Why businesses choose me
Not an agency. Not a marketplace.
Here's what working with me actually looks like — compared to the alternatives.
Agencies & Marketplaces
Working with Ryan
Account managers and project coordinators add cost and delay
Direct access to the senior engineer building your product
Junior developers execute tickets without business context
6+ years of production experience applied to your goals
Scope creep, hidden fees, and surprise timelines
Clear plan, fixed scope, and honest communication throughout
Handed off to support after launch
Ongoing partnership — I'm invested in your long-term growth
Tech-first thinking that misses the business point
Business-first thinking backed by serious engineering depth
Your competitors have better digital systems. Let's change that.
Whether you need a new website, a custom tool, or a full software build — I'll tell you exactly what it'll take and what it'll cost. No fluff.