Fullstack Developer · AI Experience

James Quiel
Custodio

I craft innovative solutions and seamless user experiences — bridging front-end and back-end from conception to deployment.

About Me

Building high-value solutions, end-to-end

I'm a Fullstack Software Architect with 15+ years of experience — I build complete web, mobile, and blockchain applications from the ground up, end-to-end. My work is fast, reliable, and cost-effective, making sure you get real results without unnecessary delays or overhead.

Whether you need an MVP, a custom platform, or scalable backend systems, I've got you covered — solo or with my trusted team. Trusted by startups and SMEs across industries, from fintech and energy to e-commerce and SaaS.

15+
Years of Experience
10+
Technologies Mastered
Web3
Blockchain & dApp Dev
AI
AI-Enhanced Workflows
Work Experience

Career Timeline

15+ years across startups, SMEs, and global companies

Full-Stack Developer — Business Management & Payments Platform

ThinkSmart Software Ltd

Jan 2024 – Jul 2026Australia & United Kingdom

Designed and developed a full-scale business management platform covering class scheduling, venue management, online booking, customer portal, and payment processing across web, mobile, and API layers.

  • Built the core REST API using Laravel 12 and PHP 8.2, handling client/student management, scheduling, attendance tracking, invoicing, and SMS/email communications
  • Developed payment infrastructure supporting Apple Pay, credit/debit cards, recurring charges, and refunds across multiple API services
  • Built frontend using Next.js 15, React 19, and TypeScript with TailwindCSS and Bootstrap
  • Created an Online Class Registration system with multi-gateway payment support, venue/court management, and calendar scheduling
  • Maintained customer portal with PWA capabilities, iOS deep linking, and cross-platform deployment
Laravel 12PHP 8.2Next.js 15React 19TypeScriptPaymentsPWA

Full-Stack Developer — Daily Fantasy Sports Platform

Atlas World Sports / Lockspread

Jan 2024 – Apr 2026United States

Built a full-stack daily fantasy sports (DFS) platform spanning a web application and a native iOS app, supporting contest management, sports betting, wallet transactions, and multi-payment processing.

  • Developed web platform using Next.js and TypeScript with tRPC, PostgreSQL + Prisma, and Supabase for authentication
  • Designed and implemented a comprehensive admin dashboard with 80+ management routes
  • Integrated KYC/identity verification (GIDX) and responsible gaming controls to meet regulatory requirements
  • Built automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions with Playwright end-to-end testing
  • Developed native iOS app in Swift using WKWebView with Firebase push notifications and location-based geofencing
Next.jsTypeScripttRPCPostgreSQLPrismaSupabaseSwiftiOS

Developer — dApp & Affiliate Marketing Platform

Affi Network

Jan 2024 – Apr 2025Philippines

Led the development of a dApp, RoboAffi automation script, smart contracts, and landing pages for affiliate marketing, designed for seamless integration across Web2 and Web3.

  • Architected and deployed smart contracts for affiliate reward distribution
  • Built the RoboAffi automation script for multi-platform affiliate tracking
  • Developed Web3-integrated landing pages and onboarding flows
SoliditydAppSmart ContractsWeb3ReactNode.js

Solar Energy App Developer

SolarPlus Design and Sales Software

Aug 2020 – Dec 2023Australia

Developed and maintained a solar energy design and sales application using cutting-edge technologies. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement features.

  • Created a user-friendly interface for seamless navigation and enhanced user experience
  • Implemented advanced features to improve app functionality and efficiency
  • Conducted testing and debugging to ensure optimal app performance
React NativeNode.jsPHPMySQLTesting

Web / Blockchain Developer

ChainBytes — Bitcoin ATM Provider

Sep 2019 – Mar 2021United States

Led development of the Chain Exchange application and contributed to multiple blockchain/bitcoin products.

  • Led development of the Chain Exchange app using CodeIgniter/Laravel with auto deployment from GitHub
  • Integrated a C++ matching engine for order fulfillment and added Korean language localization
  • Developed features for frontend/backend using React/Node.js across kiosk, bitcoin machine, and gift card projects
  • Collaborated in Agile/Jira environment with daily scrums and integrated real-time Slack notifications
LaravelCodeIgniterReactNode.jsBlockchainC++Agile

React Native Mobile Developer

Gad.Ai

May 2020 – Nov 2020United States

Developed cross-platform mobile applications with a Node.js backend and Docker infrastructure.

  • Developed Android versions of JunkAcar App and Pride App using React Native
  • Built a Node.js backend server for mobile app integration
  • Set up a server environment with MySQL and Node.js in a Docker instance
React NativeNode.jsMySQLDockerAndroid

Blockchain & Web Consultant / Entrepreneur

Self-Employed

Oct 2017 – Aug 2020Philippines

Provided end-to-end blockchain, web development, and digital marketing consulting services for clients across multiple industries.

  • Blockchain development, smart contracts, dApp development, and ICO/STO/NFT consulting
  • Web development, e-commerce, SEO, AWS infrastructure, and server maintenance
  • Bitcoin order fulfillment service and crypto consulting
BlockchainSmart ContractsWeb DevelopmentAWSSEONFT

Fullstack Web Developer

RetainLab

Mar 2018 – Sep 2019Ontario, Canada

Led development and deployment of tracking software, building full CI/CD pipelines and a new Angular + Node.js application.

  • Led development of tracking software using CodeIgniter/Laravel, MySQL, Ubuntu, and DigitalOcean
  • Set up auto deployment from GitHub and enforced feature branching across all repos
  • Developed an Angular frontend and Node.js backend for a new tracking application
LaravelCodeIgniterAngularNode.jsMySQLDigitalOcean

Co-Founder & CTO

Nexus Chain Inc

Jan 2018 – Mar 2019United States

Co-founded and led the technical direction of a blockchain startup, overseeing cloud migration, development processes, and technology strategy.

  • Directed the development and implementation of Cloud strategy and approach
  • Led transition of hosting to the cloud (Amazon EC2/S3) to improve scalability and disaster recovery
  • Created development, QA, and implementation methodologies and teams to support demanding customer base and aggressive business goals
  • Developed processes for estimating, staffing, training, implementation, and post-implementation support
  • Researched new technologies to improve company processes and reduce monthly/annual expenses
  • Reviewed all development projects to ensure reliability, effectiveness, and ROI
  • Established technical standards to ensure security and adherence to generally accepted procedures
  • Supervised system infrastructure to ensure functionality and efficiency; monitored KPIs and IT budgets
  • Communicated technology strategy to partners and investors
AWS EC2/S3BlockchainCloud ArchitectureLeadershipCTO

Freelance Web Developer

Libero Net

Oct 2017 – May 2018United Kingdom

Delivered software integrations and full-stack development for clients using Laravel, Shopware, Prestashop, and WordPress.

  • Developed a Shopware-to-Xero integration plugin for seamless accounting data flow
  • Handled development, bug fixing, and support for existing projects in Laravel, Shopware, Prestashop, and WordPress
  • Applied Google Tag Manager to enhance existing Google Analytics setups in Laravel projects
  • Developed scripts and MySQL scripts to expedite the generation of data reports, optimizing the reporting process
  • Engaged in agile development using Jira; attended weekly scrum meetings to discuss deliverables and task estimates
LaravelShopwarePrestashopWordPressMySQLJiraAgile

Software Engineer

AcaciaSoft Corporation

Mar 2015 – Dec 2017Antipolo City, Philippines

Developed real-time applications, energy management systems, and web content mining tools for enterprise clients including SMPHI, SNAP, TRANSASIA, and VIVANT.

  • Real-time Widget Integration: Developed a RESTful Node.js application using MVC. Implemented Socket.io for real-time updates of a PHP-coded widget
  • Energy Applications: Created and maintained energy apps for local clients using PHP, MySQL, jQuery, JS, HTML5; specialized in Excel/CSV report generation and automated email delivery
  • SQL Optimization: Maximized SQL query speed by redefining subquery logic; utilized TortoiseSVN for code synchronization
  • Web Content Mining: Enhanced PHP CLI mining tools with error logging, dynamic date range adjustment, and automated re-mining on connection issues
  • Real-time Python Miner: Developed a PHP API for OpenOPC (Python miner), executing scripts via PHP and transmitting results via TCP/IP
  • Production Server Support: Resolved production issues for SMPHI, SNAP, TRANSASIA, VIVANT, GBPC, and CMMS projects
  • Silex Application Development: Created a Silex-based CRUD application using a RESTful approach
  • Middleware Development: Developed middleware handling data submission from web UI to NGCP portal
Node.jsSocket.ioPHPMySQLPythonjQueryREST APISilex

Software Engineer

Accenture Inc

May 2013 – Feb 2015Taguig City, Philippines

SAP Netweaver resource (SAP PI & SAP APO) responsible for system monitoring, queue management, and 24x7 on-call production support.

  • SAP PI (Process Integration) and SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) resource
  • Sent system monitoring emails daily at 9 AM, 3 PM, and 12 AM PST; monitored daily transport activities
  • Monitored remote servers via RDP and PuTTy; urgently investigated issues in SAP PI
  • Monitored inbound and outbound queues to prevent clogging in the system
  • Provided assistance to user requests regarding PI/Portal issues and investigated system errors
  • Managed creation and maintenance of user accounts and dormancy reports
  • Performed weekly housekeeping in production and non-production systems every Friday at 4:00 PM PST
  • Provided 24x7 on-call team support ensuring no missed tickets; supported SAP system outages
  • Developed macro tools to enable the team to easily report errors in the production system
  • Member of the SAP Change Management team; conducted software product audits
SAP PISAP APOSAP NetweaverSystem MonitoringServiceNowDevOps

Database Administrator

EXCITE PROGRAM

May 2012 – May 2013Morong, Rizal, Philippines

Built and deployed a Teacher Information Management System for a local educational program.

  • Created a database system using Visual Basic 6 and MySQL, empowering the secretary to manage teachers' information
  • Created a website using PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, and MySQL for viewing and editing records via browser
  • Hosted a local server (XAMPP) to facilitate teacher registration and information access via laptops or smartphones
  • Developed a report generator and certificate generator program for the secretary
  • Assisted seminar instructors; invited as a guest speaker at URS Morong
PHPMySQLVisual BasicjQueryXAMPP

Intern

STI College

2011 – 2012Sampaloc Road Tanay, Rizal, Philippines

Library Management and Security System Enhancement.

  • Implemented and enhanced the Library Management and Security System in the school
  • Added features facilitating seamless communication between clients and servers
Library SystemNetworking

Mentor

KiTO

2010Sampaloc Road Tanay, Rizal, Philippines

Computer Basics Workshop.

  • Conducted a 5-day workshop to share fundamental knowledge on computer basics with a targeted audience
TeachingComputer Basics
Skills & Expertise

Tech Stack

Languages

JavaScriptTypeScriptPHPSolidity

Frontend

ReactNext.jsVueNuxt.jsReact Native

Backend

Node.jsLaravelCodeIgniterYiiGraphQL

Databases

MySQLPostgreSQL

Cloud & DevOps

AWSDigitalOceanGoogle CloudCI/CDDocker

Blockchain & AI

Solidity IntegrationdApp DevelopmentSmart ContractsAI WorkflowsClaude Code
Tools & Programs

What I Work With

VS

VS Code

Editor

JI

Jira

Project Management

AS

Asana

Project Management

TR

Trello

Project Management

ST

Stripe

Payments

AW

AWS

Cloud

DI

DigitalOcean

Cloud

GO

Google Cloud

Cloud

SE

SendGrid

Email

TW

Twilio

Communication

GI

GitHub

Version Control

DO

Docker

DevOps

SL

Slack

Collaboration

CL

Claude Code

AI

Education

Academic Background

Bachelor's Degree, Information Technology

STI College Tanay

2008 – 2012 · Tanay, Rizal, Philippines

🎓 Magna Cum Laude
Contact

Let's Build Something Together

I'm open to new opportunities, freelance projects, and collaborations. Reach out and let's talk.

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Fullstack development, blockchain/Web3, AI-enhanced applications, mobile apps.

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