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2014→2025
10+ yrs exp.

Christian

Rooted in data-driven and logic-oriented principles, using AI tools and a parametric approach to deconstruct and reassemble design elements, creating refined, efficient solutions that align user needs with business goals

01. about

Innovative design strategist with over 12 years of cross-disciplinary expertise in UI/UX, product design, product management, and strategic project management. Rooted in a data-driven and user-focused design philosophy, I leverage structured thinking, AI-powered parametric generation/programming expertise/agile methodologies/user research to transform complex challenges into efficient, visually compelling solutions, delivering impactful outcomes for global brands.

02. Experience

Creative Lead / Product Manager

Araizen

04/2025 - 07/2025

Taipei, Taiwan

Position Description

Served as Creative Director and Product Manager, translating AR/AI vision into viable product solutions, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving the full product lifecycle from concept to launch while optimizing product experience and engagement.

Company Description

Araizen is a tech startup specializing in integrated applications of Augmented Reality (AR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). With a fully autonomous R&D team and highly integrated technical capabilities, the company develops original, forward-thinking AR products to pioneer new modes of social interaction and innovative digital marketing solutions.

  • Responsible for development of 2 generations of flagship products and 5 interactive exhibition design solutions, with detailed PRDs

  • Led a team of 5 designers and other R&D teams, primarily responsible for quantitative research / design research and defining design standards

  • Led product roadmap planning, successfully launched 25 core features, improving product satisfaction to 4.2/5.0

  • Coordinated engineering, design, and marketing teams, reducing product development cycle by 25% with 95% on-time delivery rate

  • Improved user conversion rate by 35% through optimizing product registration flow, increasing monthly active users by 300%

03. SKILLS

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

Next.js

Node.js

Express

GraphQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Git

CI/CD

AWS

System Design

AI

Technical Writing

Code Reviews

Performance Optimization

Product Thinking

Testing

Debugging

Remote Collaboration

04. education

Frontend Masters • 2021–2022

Advanced JavaScript & React Track

Completed advanced coursework in frontend performance, component architecture, and modern development workflows. Focused on clean code, accessibility, and scalable design systems

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01. about

I’m a senior software engineer with 10+ years of experience building web apps, tools, and internal platforms. I care about clean code, clear interfaces, and solving real problems with simple solutions. Currently based in Los Angeles, available for freelance work or collaboration on thoughtful digital products

02. Experience

Remote • 2022–Present

Freelance Developer

Led product roadmap planning, successfully launched 25 core features, improving product satisfaction to 4.2/5.0

  • Comprehensive brand identity restructuring

  • Coordinated engineering, design, and marketing teams, reducing product development cycle by 25% with 95% on-time delivery rate

  • Improved user conversion rate by 35% through optimizing product registration flow, increasing monthly active users to 300%

Draftspace • San Francisco • 2019–2022

Lead Engineer

Led development of a collaborative writing platform used by 100K+ users. Focused on performance, real-time sync, and a seamless editor experience

Northflow • Remote • 2016–2019

Fullstack Developer

Developed internal CRM and reporting tools for logistics and operations teams. Optimized backend performance and redesigned legacy frontend to improve usability across departments. Collaborated closely with non-technical teams to translate workflow needs into scalable solutions. Stack: React, Node, PostgreSQL, AWS

Peak Studio • Berlin • 2014–2016

Frontend Intern

First job in tech. Learned the ropes of frontend development, accessibility, and shipping on time. Built UI components and maintained design systems

03. SKILLS

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

Next.js

Node.js

Express

GraphQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Git

CI/CD

AWS

System Design

AI

Technical Writing

Code Reviews

Performance Optimization

Product Thinking

Testing

Debugging

Remote Collaboration

04. education

Frontend Masters • 2021–2022

Advanced JavaScript & React Track

Completed advanced coursework in frontend performance, component architecture, and modern development workflows. Focused on clean code, accessibility, and scalable design systems

UC Berkeley Extension • 2017–2018

Certificate Program: Full-Stack Web Development

Completed a hands-on program focused on JavaScript, React, Node.js, and REST APIs. Built team-based projects and deployed scalable applications using cloud infrastructure

University of Southern California • 2010–2014

Bachelor’s Degree: Computer Science

Studied core computer science principles including software engineering, algorithms, and system architecture. Graduated with strong foundations in both theoretical and practical aspects of programming

05. Languages

English

Highly proficient

Spanish

Native speaker

German

Beginner A2

Russian

Beginner A1

06. References

Julia Reyes

Haven Health • Founder

Mark helped us rebuild our internal dashboard from scratch. He brought clarity to messy data and shipped features faster than we expected. Working with him felt like having an internal teammate — not an external contractor

David Lin

Northflow • Head of Technology

Mark joined us as a fullstack developer and quickly became a go-to person for critical backend work. He doesn’t just write code, he understands the system, the users, and the business needs. Reliable, clear-headed, and always thoughtful

Sarah Kim

Draftspace • VP of Engineering

I worked with Mark during his time at Draftspace, and he consistently impressed us with his ability to solve complex problems without overengineering. His calm, methodical approach and strong communication skills made him an anchor on our team

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