Michael Pappas

Software Engineer

Software Engineer with a strong foundation in full-stack development, effective problem-solving abilities, and a track record of delivering user-friendly applications under tight deadlines.

React

TypeScript

Next.js

Node.js

Python

C++

AWS

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

GraphQL

Docker

Tailwind CSS

Motion

CI/CD

TDD

Agile

LLM Integration

Agent Development

MCP

Work Experience

Software Engineer

SafetyCulture

February 2025 - Present

Engineering scalable marketing platforms, AI implementations, and backend services (MCP) that power the digital experience for a workplace safety platform serving millions globally.

ReactTypeScriptNode.jsAWSPostgreSQLGraphQLFastifyMCPCI/CDPlaywrightLLM Integration

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Full Stack Engineer

NextGen.net

July 2023 - February 2025

Built and maintained the frontend monorepo application for NextGen.net, developed backend services focusing on creating seamless user experiences and increasing performance and removing bottlenecks.

AngularTypeScriptNest.jsGraphQLSelf hosted KubernetesmySQLAzure DevOps

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Software Engineer

oOh! Media

August 2021 - July 2023

Backend engineer for digital out-of-home advertising platform, optimizing campaign microservices ($500K savings) and building centralized inventory system unifying multi-acquisition data.

Next.jsReactNest.jsMongoDBAWSDockerArgo CDREST APIs

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Freelance Web Developer

Self-Employed

January 2020 - February 2025

Provided web development services to small businesses and startups, creating custom websites and web applications tailored to client needs.

Next.jsHTML/CSSWordPressPHPGitGraphQLSEOAWSBackend Development

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Featured Projects

Life Meets Pixel

A personal website where I review games, tech, movies, and more. Built with a focus on performance, accessibility, and SEO to provide an optimal user experience.

ReactNext.jsTypeScriptTailwind CSSSanity.ioVercel

Private Application

Creating an application that would leverage Argentic AI (more info when we launch)

Next.jsSupabaseGraphQLRedisOpenAITailwind CSSshadcn/uiOpen Banking APIs

Full Stack Web Applications

Various client projects including e-commerce platforms, booking systems, and content management solutions. Delivered responsive, user-friendly applications meeting diverse business requirements.

ReactNode.jsMongoDBPrismaRedisPythonPostgreSQL

Open Source Contributions

Active contributor to open-source projects and maintainer of developer tools. Passionate about building helpful utilities and sharing knowledge with the developer community.

JavaScriptTypeScriptReactGitGitHub Actions

Education

Bachelor of Software Engineering (IoT major)

Deakin University

2025 - Present

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Computer Science at Deakin University with a major in Internet of Things (IoT). The program provides comprehensive knowledge in IoT systems architecture, embedded systems, sensor networks, and connected device ecosystems, alongside software development, data science, and emerging technologies. Emphasizing hands-on learning through industry placements, capstone projects solving real-world problems, and training in agile project management methodologies. Key areas of study include IoT systems design, data analytics, machine learning, robotics, intelligent and autonomous systems, and telecommunications. The degree is professionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and recognized internationally through the Seoul Accord.

Full Stack Web Development Bootcamp

University of Sydney

2020

Intensive 24-week bootcamp focused on modern full-stack development. Covered HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js, Express, MongoDB, and Git. Completed multiple hands-on projects including a full-stack MERN application.