Joe Palala

Full Stack Developer | React, NodeJS, Python, PHP and Generative AI expert

About

I am a Senior Fullstack Engineer with over 20 years of experience architecting and deploying robust, scalable systems. I specialize in developing end-to-end solutions leveraging Java (Quarkus), PHP (Laravel, Symfony), and JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js, Express, NestJS). On the frontend, I build high-performance interfaces using React, Next.js and React-Router, creating everything from modern web applications to sophisticated PWA mobile solutions. Expert in crafting high-performance React and Next.js applications. Currently, I am refining how AI can augment the traditional Scrum development process without compromising technical depth.

I believe the value of AI lies in its ability to streamline the SDLC under the guidance of a experienced developers. My focus is on intentional engineering: using AI to handle complex patterns while maintaining the human-in-the-loop oversight necessary to build truly robust, high-stakes technology. I thrive in high-trust cultures that prioritize human intuition and architectural ownership over automated output.

Professional Experience

Lead Senior Developer

Myridius

November 2025 - Present

Makati

  • Developed a high-impact e-commerce application for Shopify as an extension using Java and React-Remix, enabling a major bank to extend its services on the Shopify platform.
  • Designed and implemented an internal timesheet tool leveraging Python and AI to automate fixing discrepancies.
  • Contributed to AI-driven initiatives by deploying a Java Spring Boot application for educational institutions, enhancing digital operations and workflow automation.

Skills: Java, Python, Shopify

Personal Projects

Pomodoro CLI

Created a Node-based cli for recording my pomodoros

Technologies: NodeJS, Bash, NPM, Markdown, Git

WarpCF

(Beta) Landing page for a WP plugin idea

Technologies: NextJS, Vercel, Laravel, MySQL

Query Analysis Tool

Code (Query) parsing token limiting tool

Technologies: Python, NodeJS

Skills

Programming Languages

  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • Python
  • PHP

Frontend

  • Vue.js
  • Next.js
  • React
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • Sass
  • Tailwind CSS

Backend

  • Python
  • Quarkus
  • Express.js
  • Nest.js
  • PHP
  • Laravel

Databases

  • MongoDB
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • Redis

Cloud & DevOps

  • RESTful APIs
  • AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda)
  • Docker
  • CI/CD
  • Git
  • Cloudflare
  • Vercel

Tools

  • VS Code
  • Agile Scrum
  • Linux
  • Windows
  • Word
  • Excel
  • PHP Storm

Software Architecture

  • TDD
  • DDD
  • BFF
  • MVC
  • MVVM
  • SOLID

Education & Certifications

BS in Management Information Systems

Ateneo | Loyola Heights | -

  • Systems Design for Inventory Systems project
  • Worked on documentation for a webdev school for Project Management thesis