Kelvin Meredith-Smith
Full Stack Engineer
Full Stack Engineer with a background spanning two decades in IT, including hands-on web development roles and a return to full-time development since 2023. Specialised in building modern web applications (Next.js, Laravel, TypeScript) with a deep foundational background in Linux Infrastructure, Server Orchestration (Nginx/Traefik), and DevOps. Also builds and maintains personal projects using Vue.js, Vite, and Fastify, reflecting a broad and continually growing full-stack toolkit.
Experience
Application Developer
Intermodal Tanks Transport Logistics UK Limited
2023 - Present
- Architected and deployed custom HR systems (v1 & v2) using Laravel, Next.js, and TypeScript.
- Contributing to an offshore-developed PHP microservices ERP system, including bug fixes, feature development and ongoing improvements to core logistics and operational workflows.
- Built a responsive customer portal with Drizzle ORM and MySQL, improving data handling efficiency.
- Configured Nginx/Apache and SSL for secure deployments; managed CI/CD workflows in Azure DevOps.
Nights Warehouse Operative
Delivery Exactly Freights
2021 - 2023
- Supported logistics operations and inventory tracking during a career transition.
Technician
Hearing Impaired Service
2008 - 2020
- Managed ICT Technical Support and audiology equipment maintenance for regional schools.
- Developed internal databases and applications to streamline service tracking.
Web Developer/Engineer
TS4B
2006 - 2007
- Balanced software development with hands-on hardware/networking, including configuring Windows domains and physical network infrastructure.
Web Developer
FemaleFirst
2005 - 2006
- Optimised an online magazine platform using PHP/MySQL, focusing on high-traffic forum management and early mobile-responsive design.
Web Developer
Odyssey-Studio
2002 - 2003
- Managed the full project lifecycle for clients, from initial database architecture to hosting on custom-configured Linux/Apache servers.
Education
BTEC High National Diploma (HND)
Teesside University
2002
BTEC National Diploma (ND)
Cleveland College of Art & Design
1999
Skills
Backend
Fastify
Go
Laravel
Next.js
Node.js
PHP
RESTful API
Socket.io
Database
Drizzle ORM
MySQL
PostgreSQL
Prisma
Redis
DevOps
Azure DevOps
GitHub
Frontend
React
Shadcn UI
TailwindCSS
TypeScript
Vue.js
Infrastructure
Docker
Linux
Nginx
Traefik