Robert Starbuck
Web Developer
- Bristol, BS5
- https://robstarbuck.uk
Frontend Developer with nearly 20 years experience creating user interfaces. My background in design ensures a strong focus on UX. I have a clear understanding of modern web standards and I'm a firm believer in "using the platform" to create exceptional user experiences.
Technical Skills
- Languages: TypeScript, ES6+, HTML5, Modern CSS
- Frameworks & Libraries: React, Lit, Angular, D3.js, RamdaJS
- Design & Testing: Figma, Storybook, Adobe Creative Suite, Playwright
- Tools: Deno, Node.js, Git, Webpack, Vite, Shopify, CI/CD, Agile/Scrum
Experience
SouthBank - Community Space
Technical Support
Jan 2025 - Present, Bristol
- Provide technical support and solutions, focusing on the integration of third-party APIs for booking and event management systems.
- Manage and troubleshoot IT infrastructure, Including Point-of-Sale (POS) integrations, to ensure smooth daily operations for staff and visitors.
Rippl - Incentives Platform
Frontend Developer
Jul 2022 - Feb 2024, Remote
- Architected and led the development of a component library using Lit and TypeScript, establishing a design system used across all company projects.
- Collaborated in an Agile team to modernise an AngularJS application, improving performance and developer experience by introducing modern tooling and best practices.
- Mentored junior developers on web components and best practices, improving overall team velocity.
Polecat - Reputation Management
Frontend Developer
Apr 2017 - Dec 2021, Bristol
- Engineered complex data visualisations using D3.js, React, TypeScript to create intuitive dashboards for clients.
- Implemented a site-wide refactor from a legacy codebase to a modern React application, improving code maintainability and test coverage.
- Championed functional programming principles using RamdaJS to create more predictable and reusable code within the team.
Buddi - GPS Solutions
UI Developer
Oct 2015 - Aug 2016, London
- Built an e-commerce site using Shopify and Sagepay.
- Led the migration of the company website from Jekyll to Hugo, improving performance and simplifying workflows.
web.cv - Personal Start-up
Founder / Fullstack
Sep 2014 - Sep 2015, London
- Independently designed, developed, and launched an MVP with AngularJS and Node.js.
- Managed the entire project lifecycle, from initial ideation and UI/UX design to frontend implementation and deployment strategy.
Merchant Cantos - Marketing Agency
Fullstack Developer
Feb 2014 - Jun 2014, London
- Delivered sites and designs for major clients including eBay and Facebook within a fast-paced, deadline-driven agency environment.
Y.CO - The Yacht Company
Fullstack Developer
Nov 2010 - Aug 2013, Monaco
- Worked as the in-house developer, responsible for architecture and development.
- Autonomously managed and developed key in-house web applications, including a project management tool for charter destinations and a selection tool for charter yachts.