Miguel Gomez Jr.
Creative UI/UX Front-End Developer
miguelgomezjr.com · github.com/maiko-ssb
migueldecali89@gmail.com · +1 323 681 8457
San Diego, CA · Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Professional Summary
Creative UI/UX Front-End Developer with 10+ years of experience designing and building intuitive, interactive, and scalable web interfaces. Specializing in React and Next.js applications, design systems, and interactive user experiences. Experienced in translating brand identity and UX strategy into polished, production-ready user interfaces for global audiences.
Core Skills & Technologies
- React & Next.js Development — Building scalable, reusable UI components and front-end systems.
- Design Systems & UI Architecture — Developing and maintaining front-end component libraries and living style guides.
- UI/UX Integration — Translating UX research, visual design, and brand standards into intuitive interfaces.
- Animations & Interactivity — Guiding engagement with GSAP, SVG, Canvas, Three.js, Phaser.js, and modern CSS animations.
- UI Polish & Optimization — Visual consistency, responsiveness, accessibility, and performance refinement.
Tech Stack & Tools
HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, SVG, GSAP, CSS Animations, Three.js, Node.js, REST APIs, GraphQL, Firebase, Stripe API, Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Chrome DevTools, Vercel.
Work Experience
Senior Front-End Developer — Kingston Technology
Fountain Valley, CA · July 2017 to February 2023
Started as Creative Specialist · Promoted to Senior Front-End Developer
- Contributed to the redesign, rebuild, and relaunch of Kingston’s global website as part of a cross-functional UX team spanning research, design, CMS, and engineering.
- Developed, centralized, and maintained responsive UI components and interactive product experiences used across a high-traffic, enterprise-scale platform.
- Led the transition of production front-end codebases to React-based architectures, improving scalability and long-term maintainability.
- Built and maintained design systems and living style guides, enabling consistent UI patterns across teams and partner agencies.
- Created polished UI animations and interactive experiences using GSAP, SVG, CSS3, and Three.js.
- Collaborated closely with designers, UX researchers, backend developers, and marketing teams to improve usability, performance, and visual quality.
- Emphasized clean, accessible, and reusable front-end code to support efficient design-to-development workflows.
Senior Front-End Developer — Apollo Interactive
El Segundo, CA · May 2014 to July 2017
Started as Web Producer · Promoted to Senior Front-End Developer
- Managed and mentored a team of web producers, ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple concurrent projects.
- Worked closely with the Creative Director to design and build conversion-focused, user-centered web experiences.
- Collaborated with account managers, analysts, SEM specialists, and developers to optimize performance and lead generation.
- Applied conversion-centered design principles to improve landing page engagement and effectiveness.
- Designed and developed responsive websites using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, ensuring cross-device and cross-browser consistency.
- Contributed to branding and digital experiences across insurance verticals including Health, Medicare, Life, Auto, Education, and Mortgage.
Interactive Design Intern — Hamagami / Carroll Inc.
Los Angeles, CA · 2013 to 2014
- Designed interactive digital assets for video game clients, including animated web banners and lightweight interactive experiences.
Freelance Front-End / UI Designer — Self Employed
Los Angeles, CA · 2012 to 2013
- Delivered front-end and design solutions for small businesses while completing college coursework.
Education
Bachelor of Arts — Graphic Design
Emphasis in Digital & Web Design
California State University - Northridge, CA — 2012–2014
Associate of Science — Computer Information Systems
Web Development
Southwestern College - San Diego, CA — 2007–2011