# Simon (@simoncrypta.dev)

Profile: https://sifa.id/p/simoncrypta.dev
Headline: Founding Engineer at Leftlane Software

## About

Multi-skilled developer focused on web and startups. I deliver streamlined, effective tools for entrepreneurs. I shine in fast-paced, team-driven settings, passionate about building products that matter. Using tech as a means to an end, not the end itself.

## Career

- **Founding Engineer at Leftlane Software** (Jan 2023 - Present)
  \- Developed full-stack application using TypeScript, React, GraphQL with RedwoodJS framework
  \- Led infrastructure and payment processing domain initiatives
  \- Built core features for dealership and loan management systems
  \- Implemented complex payment integration with multiple Payment Facilitator services
  \- Managed customer migration following company acquisition
  \- Helped scale to 100+ businesses using the platform daily
  \- Supported company in raising approximately $4M in funding
- **Co-Founder at Raccoon Co., Ltd.** (Nov 2020 - Nov 2022)
  \- Built an end-to-end platform for used product trade-in and valuation
  \- Created an intelligent matching system that instantly estimates product value
  \- Developed a streamlined payment infrastructure for retailers
  \- Enabled small businesses to expand inventory and revenue through circular economy solutions
  \- Built using RedwoodJS, a full-stack framework using React and GraphQL with NodeJS
- **Technical Lead at Le Mac Urbain** (Oct 2018 - Nov 2020)
  \- Built lemacurbain.com using Gatsby.JS, delivering a performant web platform
  \- Developed internal software tools with JavaScript and API integrations
  \- Deployed multiple Lightspeed Retail integrations
  \- Established B2B connections with tech giants: Apple, Google, Cisco, Lightspeed, and Zendesk
  \- Managed and trained interns, building and optimizing IT department processes
- **Sales Specialist at Le Mac Urbain** (May 2018 - Oct 2018)

## Skills

### Technical
- GraphQL
- JavaScript
- Linux
- Node.js
- React.js
- TypeScript
### Business
- Business Development
- Product Development
- Product Management
### Creative
- Adobe Photoshop
- Video Editing
- Web Design
### Security
- Network Security
### Other
- Distributed Team Management
- IT Operations
- Payment Card Processing
- Start-up Leadership
- Technology Leadership

## Projects

- **RedwoodJS** (Oct 2021 - Jul 2023)
  \- Served as core team member for open-source TypeScript/JavaScript framework
  \- Led internationalization (i18n) initiative to enhance framework's global accessibility
  \- Contributed to logging feature development
  \- Implemented various front-end and scripting improvements
  \- Actively supported framework's technical evolution and community development

## Education

- **Collège de Maisonneuve** (Jan 2017 - Jan 2018)
  \- Specialized in digital and interactive project design across multiple media platforms
  \- Developed skills in creating diverse digital content: websites, 3D modeling, animations
  \- Mastered media production techniques including image, video, sound, and animation creation [Dropped out to pursue other opportunities]
- **Centre de formation professionnelle des Riverains** (Aug 2014 - Dec 2017)
  \- Comprehensive training in computer systems and software development
  \- Explored web integration, UX/UI design, and digital design
  \- Gained skills in scripting languages and computer-assisted design

## Links

- linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simoncrypta