Top Talent like Brian are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Brian W

Full-stack Engineer
Hong Kong
JavaScript
TypeScript
Next.js
Node.js
React Native
AWS
Express
Kubernetes
Webpack
Unit Testing
Jest
Docker
Bootstrap
Linux
Angular
MongoDB
MySQL
PostgreSQL
TDD
React
CI/CD
Git
Neo4j
CSS
HTML
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Senior Software Engineer | Full-Stack & Team Lead | Fintech, Education Tech, and Blockchain
Senior software engineer with 12+ years of experience delivering full-stack solutions using React, Node.js, Next.js, and cloud-native architectures. Proven leadership in building scalable systems, mentoring teams, and delivering cross-functional initiatives across fintech, education, and data platforms.

Projects

DataHub

Contributed to an open-source data platform, implementing dataset ingestion, search, lineage visualization, and frontend refactoring.

CardStack / CardWallet

Developed wallet-related features and multi-chain integrations; enhanced UX and developer SDKs for blockchain-based payments.

OpenParachute

Core development for a global mental-health learning platform using React, Next.js, Node.js, and AWS.

Lanistar

Financial APIs and internal platforms built with Node.js, Vue, and AWS; improved platform reliability and usability.

Work History

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Senior Software Engineer

RekordiorJun 2022 - Oct 2025 • 3 yrs 5 mosLed frontend and backend development for a large-scale multi-region e-learning platform. Built end-to-end architecture, implemented content management features (video, audio, slides, PDFs), and collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve performance and reliability.
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Senior Software Engineer

CardStackJul 2021 - Jun 2022 • 1 yrContributed to CardWallet, a multi-chain cryptocurrency wallet. Designed and implemented wallet features, security enhancements, and SDK updates; integrated backend services and blockchain APIs to support seamless user experiences.
A

Senior Software Engineer

AcrylDataFeb 2021 - Aug 2021 • 7 mosMajor contributor to data platform initiatives, developing data services and frontend components; implemented features for data pipelines, visualization, and analytics using modern JS frameworks.
L

Senior Software Engineer / Team Lead

LanistarJan 2020 - Jan 2021 • 1 yr 1 moLed a team in building fintech applications using Node.js, Vue, and AWS; oversaw architectural decisions, performance optimizations, and development of customer-facing financial APIs and internal tooling.
D

Senior Full-Stack Engineer / Team Lead

Dstbtld Ltd (Distributed)May 2019 - Apr 2021 • 2 yrsDirected full-stack projects with React/Angular, Node.js, and cloud services; mentored engineers, delivered SaaS features, and streamlined development processes across multiple product lines.
P

Senior Full-Stack Engineer

PumaPayApr 2018 - Mar 2019 • 1 yrBuilt crypto payment platform components and mobile wallet integrations; contributed to blockchain transaction workflows and platform scalability for a growing payments ecosystem.
T

Senior Software Engineer

TrustOr SystemsMay 2016 - May 2019 • 3 yrs 1 moDeveloped cross-functional fintech and collaboration tools; implemented secure networking features and backend services using React, Node.js, and related tech.
I

Software Engineer

iVision Technology (HK)Dec 2012 - Nov 2015 • 3 yrsBuilt frontend and backend web applications; contributed to client projects and internal platforms using JavaScript frameworks and server-side tech.

Education

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City University of Hong Kong

Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Engineering2008 - 2012

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
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Senior Software Engineer | Full-Stack & Team Lead | Fintech, Education Tech, and Blockchain
Senior software engineer with 12+ years of experience delivering full-stack solutions using React, Node.js, Next.js, and cloud-native architectures. Proven leadership in building scalable systems, mentoring teams, and delivering cross-functional initiatives across fintech, education, and data platforms.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Brian are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Brian W

Full-stack Engineer
Hong Kong
JavaScript
TypeScript
Next.js
Node.js
React Native
AWS
Express
Kubernetes
Webpack
Unit Testing
Jest
Docker
Bootstrap
Linux
Angular
MongoDB
MySQL
PostgreSQL
TDD
React
CI/CD
Git
Neo4j
CSS
HTML
Available for hire fromNegotiable

Projects

DataHub

Contributed to an open-source data platform, implementing dataset ingestion, search, lineage visualization, and frontend refactoring.

CardStack / CardWallet

Developed wallet-related features and multi-chain integrations; enhanced UX and developer SDKs for blockchain-based payments.

OpenParachute

Core development for a global mental-health learning platform using React, Next.js, Node.js, and AWS.

Lanistar

Financial APIs and internal platforms built with Node.js, Vue, and AWS; improved platform reliability and usability.

Work History

R

Senior Software Engineer

RekordiorJun 2022 - Oct 2025 • 3 yrs 5 mosLed frontend and backend development for a large-scale multi-region e-learning platform. Built end-to-end architecture, implemented content management features (video, audio, slides, PDFs), and collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve performance and reliability.
C

Senior Software Engineer

CardStackJul 2021 - Jun 2022 • 1 yrContributed to CardWallet, a multi-chain cryptocurrency wallet. Designed and implemented wallet features, security enhancements, and SDK updates; integrated backend services and blockchain APIs to support seamless user experiences.
A

Senior Software Engineer

AcrylDataFeb 2021 - Aug 2021 • 7 mosMajor contributor to data platform initiatives, developing data services and frontend components; implemented features for data pipelines, visualization, and analytics using modern JS frameworks.
L

Senior Software Engineer / Team Lead

LanistarJan 2020 - Jan 2021 • 1 yr 1 moLed a team in building fintech applications using Node.js, Vue, and AWS; oversaw architectural decisions, performance optimizations, and development of customer-facing financial APIs and internal tooling.
D

Senior Full-Stack Engineer / Team Lead

Dstbtld Ltd (Distributed)May 2019 - Apr 2021 • 2 yrsDirected full-stack projects with React/Angular, Node.js, and cloud services; mentored engineers, delivered SaaS features, and streamlined development processes across multiple product lines.
P

Senior Full-Stack Engineer

PumaPayApr 2018 - Mar 2019 • 1 yrBuilt crypto payment platform components and mobile wallet integrations; contributed to blockchain transaction workflows and platform scalability for a growing payments ecosystem.
T

Senior Software Engineer

TrustOr SystemsMay 2016 - May 2019 • 3 yrs 1 moDeveloped cross-functional fintech and collaboration tools; implemented secure networking features and backend services using React, Node.js, and related tech.
I

Software Engineer

iVision Technology (HK)Dec 2012 - Nov 2015 • 3 yrsBuilt frontend and backend web applications; contributed to client projects and internal platforms using JavaScript frameworks and server-side tech.

Education

C

City University of Hong Kong

Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Engineering2008 - 2012

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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