Anthony McGarryAnthony McGarry

Anthony McGarry

Lead Front-End Developer

I'm a lead developer from Liverpool with 8 years of professional experience. A fast learner, self-motivated and problem solver.

About Me

Anthony McGarry

I'm a keen front-end developer with 8 years' experience crafting modern web applications. I specialise in React and TypeScript, building intuitive interfaces that provide brilliant user experiences.

My tech journey started with a fascination for interactive applications. Now I turn complex requirements into elegant code, with a focus on performance and accessibility. I'm particularly passionate about architecture and responsive design.

Technical Skills

React
React Native
TypeScript
Next.js

Professional Experience

2023 - Present

Lead Front-End Software Engineer

Acorn Insurance

Leading a team of front-end developers across multiple projects using React-Native, React, and TypeScript. Spearheaded development of a React-based car insurance quote-and-buy journey, implemented Test-Driven Development, and developed a React Native mobile app. Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between engineers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver technical solutions for complex business cases.

2022 - 2023

Senior Front-End Software Engineer

Players' Lounge

Developed stable and maintainable apps using React, Next.js, React-Native, and TypeScript. Successfully built an MVP for a Peerless wagering application in just 3 months, enabling users to bet on themselves in the ESports industry. Worked in a cross-functional team both onshore and offshore with designers, engineers, and product owners using Kanban methodology.

2021 - 2022

Lead Front-End Software Engineer

Acorn Insurance

Developed multiple stable and maintainable applications using React with TypeScript. Successfully delivered a quote-and-buy journey application for private car insurance. Collaborated closely with engineers, designers, product owners, and client stakeholders to develop technical solutions for complex business requirements.

2019 - 2021

Software Engineer

Fourth Wall Creative

Worked alongside premier league football clubs to develop leading software for distributing and managing ticket sales. Built an application for managing package fulfillment for football club members, allowing clubs to track product distribution and member satisfaction. Used React, TypeScript, and Laravel in a collaborative environment.

2017 - 2019

Software Engineer

Nova LTD

Delivered innovative digital products for entrepreneurs using React, React-Native, and TypeScript. Successfully developed and released multiple mobile apps to Google Play and Apple App Store, including DLG inventory, DLG Spellbook, UMII, and Thrift. Managed software engineer intern recruitment and supervision, creating training materials to help interns progress.

Contact Me

Have a project in mind or want to discuss opportunities? Send me a message and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.