Hi, I'm Alex Bailon
Technical Team Lead
Senior Full Stack Developer
Building scalable solutions and leading high-performing teams in modern web technologies.
About Me
Senior Full Stack Developer and Technical Team Lead with extensive expertise in modern web technologies and a proven track record of delivering enterprise-level applications. I specialize in Vue.js/Nuxt and React ecosystems, with comprehensive experience in cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices. Currently serving as a Senior Front-End Developer and Technical Team Lead at Fusion92, where I architect and implement full-stack solutions using Node.js/Express, Nuxt/Vue, MongoDB, and Microsoft Azure. I lead development teams, establish technical best practices, and drive architectural decisions that align with business objectives. I actively integrate AI tools and workflows throughout the development process to enhance productivity, improve code quality, and streamline team workflows. This includes leveraging AI for code generation, documentation, testing strategies, and architectural decision-making. My approach combines technical excellence with strategic thinking, focusing on delivering scalable, maintainable solutions that drive business value. I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and am passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex business challenges while building high-performing development teams.
Quick Facts
Location
Chicago, IL
Experience
5+ Years
Status
Available for opportunities
Skills & Technologies
AI & Productivity
- Jest, Cypress, Playwright
- AI-assisted development workflows
- Code generation & optimization tools
- AI-powered testing & documentation
- Workflow automation with AI
Frontend
- Vue.js/Nuxt (Vue 3, Nuxt 3, Pinia, Vue Router)
- React (React, Redux, React Router)
- React Native
- TypeScript
- Tailwind CSS
Backend & Database
- Node.js/Express.js
- .NET
- PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL
- Redis
- RESTful API design
- Microservices architecture
DevOps
- Microsoft Azure, AWS
- OpenSRS
- Docker
- Git, GitHub Actions
- Terraform
- CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
- Serverless (Azure Functions, AWS Lambda)
Featured Projects
Airbud
Official website for the beloved Airbud movie franchise. Built with Vue.js/Nuxt, featuring character profiles, movie summaries, and interactive elements that engage fans of the franchise.
Natural Selection Tour
A Web3-enabled platform for the Natural Selection snowboarding tour, featuring NFT integration for exclusive rider content and digital collectibles. Built with modern blockchain technologies.
Most of my projects are proprietary and cannot be publicly linked. I'm happy to discuss these in detail during conversations.
Experience
Senior Front-End Developer & Technical Team Lead
Fusion92
Chicago, IL
Key Responsibilities
Lead multiple development teams in delivering enterprise-level web and mobile applications
Architect and implement scalable front-end solutions using Vue.js/Nuxt and React ecosystems
Establish technical standards and best practices for front-end development across teams
Integrate AI tools and workflows throughout the development lifecycle to enhance productivity and code quality
Drive code review processes and mentor junior developers to foster engineering excellence
Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives
Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices to streamline deployment processes
Senior Front-End Developer
Fusion92
Chicago, IL
Key Responsibilities
Led development of complex web and mobile applications including Web3 initiatives
Implemented robust testing strategies using Cypress and Jest to ensure code quality
Optimized application performance and user experience through modern front-end practices
Conducted technical interviews and contributed to team growth
Championed adoption of new technologies and frameworks to improve development efficiency
Full Stack Developer
Fusion92
Chicago, IL
Key Responsibilities
Developed full-stack applications using Node.js/Express backend and Nuxt.js/Vue.js frontend
Implemented containerized deployments using Docker and automated testing with Cypress
Built and maintained RESTful APIs and database integrations
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions
Contributed to technical architecture decisions and system design
Software Developer (Freelance)
Fusion92
Chicago, IL
Key Responsibilities
Developed responsive email marketing campaigns using MJML framework
Implemented cross-platform email compatibility testing using Email on Acid
Collaborated with design and marketing teams to exceed client expectations
Optimized email templates for maximum deliverability and engagement
Managed multiple concurrent projects while maintaining high quality standards
Testimonials
"I was Alex's instructor at Northwestern's Full Stack coding bootcamp. Alex was one of the most skilled students in the class, and also one of the hardest working. He was routinely the first one in the optional office hours before class, and the last one to leave office hours after class. In fact, in the latter half of the bootcamp I brought him on to do some freelance work for the company I work for, Fusion92. He exhibited mastery of the full range of disciplines we went over in class (nodejs backend, html/css/js, React, Mongo, SQL, and deployments). He'd be a great developer to have on any team!"
"I have had the pleasure of working closely with Alex, a senior front-end developer, during my time as a digital designer at Mint Werx (parent company Fusion92). Together, we collaborated on numerous innovative website projects for our various clients. I had no prior experience with Vue and Nuxt before my time at Mint Werx, however, Alex's guidance and encouragement were invaluable in helping me grow as a developer. He was always willing to lend his expertise and support, which made the learning process much smoother. As a collaborator, Alex was incredibly reliable and trustworthy. He was instrumental in implementing the designs I created in Figma, ensuring that they were accurately reflected on the final website."
"I was on the educational staff at Northwestern for Alex's cohort. Alex was truly one of our stand out student developers who quickly picked up each concept and was also the first to help his teammates when they were stuck. Alex would make a great addition to any team lucky enough to have him."