Frontend Developer & Designer

Christopher Macharia

A frontend developer with 12+ years of experience creating polished, accessible web experiences. I work at the intersection of design and engineering—translating creative vision into high-performance, production-ready code.

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Skills & Expertise

Languages

  • HTML5
  • CSS3 / SCSS
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript

Frameworks

  • React
  • Episerver
  • Umbraco

Design Tools

  • Figma
  • Adobe Creative Suite

Practices

  • Design Systems
  • Accessibility (WCAG)
  • Responsive Design
  • Git Version Control

Experience

2018 — Present

Lead Front End Developer

Adage Technologies, Chicago

Building semantic, accessible interfaces with HTML5, SCSS, and TypeScript/React. Collaborating with UX/UI designers and backend teams to translate prototypes into working products. Delivering frontend solutions for enterprise clients across healthcare, finance, and the arts.

2015 — 2018

Front End Developer

Association Management Center, Chicago

Converted design files into responsive HTML/CSS/JS templates. Worked cross-functionally with designers, developers, and project managers to deliver polished web experiences.

2012 — 2015

Web Designer

Tire Rack, South Bend

Design and frontend development for the company's retail website and microsites. Created banner ads, promotions, and HTML email campaigns.

2007 — 2012

BFA, Design and Visual Communications

Andrews University

Get in Touch

I'm currently exploring new opportunities and would love to hear about roles where I can contribute to meaningful design and engineering work. Let's connect.

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