LAURENCE HO
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience architecting and delivering scalable, high-performance applications in SaaS, e-commerce, and healthcare. Expert in TypeScript, Java, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP), with a track record of leading agile teams to launch mission-critical systems on time and under budget. Optimised codebases to reduce latency by up to 40%, mentored juniors to boost team productivity, and drove CI/CD improvements for faster deployments. Eager to apply full-stack and DevOps expertise to innovative tech roles in Australia's thriving market, building on prior Sydney-based experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Principal Engineer
Aotal
Auckland
08.2024 - Current
- Architect modern microservice-based applications using Java Spring Boot, Vue.js, and AWS to deliver seamless integration solutions for clients.
- Develop and maintain a reusable UI component library, ensuring high-quality interfaces and optimal user experiences across products.
- Own end-to-end project delivery, from requirements gathering to deployment, while enhancing engineering standards, tooling, and processes.
- Lead and mentor team members, fostering collaboration and technical growth to improve overall team performance.
Staff Engineer
Vital
Auckland
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Developed secure, scalable web and cloud services for US healthcare systems using TypeScript, React,
Serverless Stack (SST), and AWS, ensuring compliance with privacy standards. - Streamlined CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, reducing deployment times by 30%.
Tech Lead | Team Lead | Senior Engineer
Pet Circle
Sydney
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Directed technical strategy across the software lifecycle, including planning, estimation, development, and roadmap shaping, resulting in successful launches of e-commerce features.
- Established frontend architecture and frameworks to handle complex designs, aligning with creative directives while ensuring brand consistency and optimal performance.
- Enhanced user experience by verifying web design harmony, reducing page load times, and maintaining high standards for accessibility and responsiveness.
- Implemented modern test automation and CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions and Cypress, streamlining deployments and improving code quality.
- Mentored and coached team members, sharing expertise in TypeScript, React.js, and DevOps practices to elevate technical capabilities and foster a collaborative culture.
Lead Software Engineer
Remotely
Auckland
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Led development of Remotelyhq.com, a high-traffic online team-building platform using Vue.js, TypeScript and .NET, scaling to 100k active sessions per month.
- Architected Azure and GitHub Actions for efficient product delivery, streamlining CI/CD processes and improving release cycles.
Senior Frontend Engineer
Aotal
Auckland
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Designed and implemented scalable frontend applications for HR marketplaces (SnapHire and Joynd) using Vue.js, Vuetify, and TypeScript, enhancing user interfaces for better engagement.
- Built frontend features for HR marketplace apps using Vue.js, React.js, and TypeScript, ensuring robust functionality.
Full Stack Engineer
2 Degrees
Auckland
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Developed Node.js APIs and enhanced Vue.js/React.js-based online shopping and dashboard websites, improving user engagement and data delivery.
Full Stack Engineer
Clear Point
Auckland
10.2016 - 01.2019
- Created frontend components for EROAD's AU Fringe Benefits Tax and AU Fuel Tax Credit systems using React.js, supporting compliance and user needs.
- Developed New World online shopping platform with Java Spring, Node.js microservices, and Angular.js frontend, handling high-volume e-commerce traffic.
- Built CI/CD pipeline visualisation dashboards using Vue.js and Node.js, providing real-time insights for development teams.
Senior Software Engineer
Trend Micro
Hsin-Chu
11.2014 - 04.2016
- Developed secure Java-based cybersecurity applications, focusing on performance and integration.
- Collaborated on feature development and maintenance, contributing to product roadmaps.
Software Engineer
ZyXEL
Hsin-Chu
09.2012 - 06.2014
- Built scalable network management software using Java for enterprise clients.
- Contributed to full lifecycle development, adapting to evolving project needs.
Software Engineer
Atos
Taipei
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Developed custom Java applications for client projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality.
- Collaborated in team settings to solve complex problems and integrate systems.
Education
Master's Degree - Computer Science
National Chiao Tung University
Taiwan 09.2012 - 09.2014
Skills
- Typescript Java
- NodeJS Java Spring Boot
- VueJS ReactJS
- Webpack Vite Storybook
- Cypress Playwright Jest Vitest
- AWS Google Cloud
- MySQL PostgreSQL NoSQL
- CI/CD pipelines
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Technical leadership
- Mentoring and coaching
- Comfortable with change
Pronouns
She/Her
Certification
- AWS Certified Developer, Mar. 2016
- Oracle Certified Java Developer, Oct. 2011
- Sun Certified Java Programmer, Apr. 2010
Eligible To Work
Australia/New Zealand
Timeline
Principal Engineer
Aotal
08.2024 - Current
Staff Engineer
Vital
01.2024 - 07.2024
Tech Lead | Team Lead | Senior Engineer
Pet Circle
07.2022 - 01.2024
Lead Software Engineer
Remotely
05.2021 - 07.2022
Senior Frontend Engineer
Aotal
06.2019 - 05.2021
Full Stack Engineer
2 Degrees
01.2019 - 06.2019
Full Stack Engineer
Clear Point
10.2016 - 01.2019
Senior Software Engineer
Trend Micro
11.2014 - 04.2016
Master's Degree - Computer Science
National Chiao Tung University
09.2012 - 09.2014
Software Engineer
ZyXEL
09.2012 - 06.2014
Software Engineer
Atos
08.2010 - 08.2012
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