# Anthony Freda > Software Engineer | Generative AI, Full Stack Location: Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/anthonyfreda Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in web and mobile application development, technical leadership, and mentorship across diverse industries. Proficient in Next.js, TypeScript, React, Node.js, Python, and Golang, with a proven track record of designing and delivering scalable, high-performance solutions. Demonstrates expertise in building innovative generative AI (GenAI) platforms, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, in-house embedding and retrieval workflows, multi-agent orchestration, and dynamic function-calling capabilities for context-aware AI interactions. Skilled in project scoping, planning, and fostering collaboration through code reviews and mentorship. Committed to driving innovation, optimizing workflows, and ensuring timely, high-quality product delivery. ## Work Experience ### Senior Software Engineer II, Tech Lead @ DigitalOcean Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 • Took on a Tech Lead role, guiding and mentoring a team of 8 engineers. Established best practices in system design, code quality, and development workflows, fostering collaboration and professional growth. • Defined and executed the technical roadmap for the generative AI agent platform, driving innovation and aligning with DigitalOcean’s broader strategic goals. • Enhanced the Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines with multi-agent orchestration, improved indexing capabilities using OpenSearch, and developed in-house solutions for embedding and retrieval workflows. Implemented function-calling capabilities for agents, enabling dynamic and context-aware interactions, delivering scalable and customizable AI solutions. • Led initiatives to optimize platform architecture, ensuring high performance and reliability under increasing workloads. • Delivered key upgrades to the React/TypeScript chatbot widget, including advanced customization options and improved accessibility, broadening its usability across diverse platforms. • Supported team development through regular feedback, and drove initiatives to improve team efficiency and morale. ### Senior Software Engineer - Generative AI @ DigitalOcean Jan 2024 – Jan 2024 • Designed and built a cutting-edge generative AI agent platform from the ground up using Python, MySQL, Golang, and TypeScript/React for the frontend. Integrated a comprehensive framework for agent-to-agent routing, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, DigitalOcean (DO) cloud function calling, and robust guardrails, enabling users to create and deploy AI agents with a no/low code UI. • Pioneered the development of a generative AI platform proof of concept (POC) for a RAG platform, empowering users to select their models and index their data into a vector database. Leveraged Python, Llama 3, LangChain, Ollama, ChromaDB, SQLite, and Next.js/TypeScript for the front end. • Created a versatile, embeddable front-end component using React and TypeScript that seamlessly adds a chatbot widget to websites, facilitating communication with GenAI agents. • Transformed the complex GPU workflows engine/API on the Paperspace team from plain JavaScript to TypeScript/tRPC, significantly enhancing the automation and efficiency of machine learning tasks. • Implemented robust CI/CD pipelines for agent deployments using GitHub Actions and custom Go workflows, ensuring seamless and reliable updates. ### Senior Software Engineer @ 1v1Me Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 • Develop a user-facing web app using Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind. • Lead end-to-end deployments and software upgrades for desktop applications, maintaining consistent performance and reliability. • Craft innovative features and functionalities, allowing users to compete in video games for monetary rewards and stake on outcomes of esports matches, fostering a competitive environment, and boosting user experience. • Implement seamless CI/CD for web application rollouts by utilizing GitHub Actions and Vercel, and ensuring consistent updates. • Build a versatile internal tools application using React and TypeScript, streamlining internal processes and workflows. • Successfully execute immersive live match viewing experience, allowing users to switch between perspectives, and letting them to engage in real-time chat with fellow spectators, thus fostering a dynamic and interactive community atmosphere. • Utilize electron to build Windows and Mac desktop apps, complete with custom Node.js based auto-updating system for optimal user experiences. • Work with engineering and product teams, discussing feature planning and project scopes, and contributing valuable insights or expertise. • Broaden the appeal of a gaming web platform to a diverse range of gaming enthusiasts by integrating 3rd-party payment processors with popular sports and competitive games, like Call of Duty, Apex Legends, and Fortnite, while securing user transactions. ### Senior Software Engineer @ P00LS Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 • Engineered bespoke CMS using Next.js, TypeScript, and Firebase, streamlining content management and increasing productivity. • Utilized React, Next.js, TypeScript, and Firebase to create consumer-facing apps featuring a gamified ERC20 token earning system. • Led the development of an innovative token claiming system, while enabling seamless interaction with the Ethereum blockchain. • Orchestrated the selection and interview process for top-tier development talent, ensuring a robust pipeline of skilled professionals. • Executed versatile localization and accessibility framework, thus enhancing user experience and inclusivity across all applications. • Relied on Tailwind CSS to establish consistent and visually appealing UX throughout product offerings, while delivering seamless deployment to development and production environments on Google Cloud, and ensuring optimal performance and reliability. ### Lead Software Engineer @ Movement Mortgage Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Charlotte, North Carolina, United States • Fostered a talented and well-rounded team of 10 engineers, managing the screening and interview process for development hires. • Improved a comprehensive in-house SDLC process, optimizing software development, and ensuring timely project completion. • Employed React, Redux, and Redux Saga, developing custom CRM solutions, and enhancing internal workflow efficiency by 11%. • Managed the successful migration of applications from JavaScript to TypeScript, improving code maintainability and scalability. • Built REST-based microservices, while deploying them to Azure for streamlined application integration and robust performance. ### Senior Software Engineer @ Diligent Corporation Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 | Charlotte, North Carolina Area • Successfully championed the development of micro-frontend integrations across diverse products, leveraging React.js and Angular for seamless user experiences, reviewing codes, upholding development best practices, and maintaining high-quality standards. • Developed expansive React applications with TypeScript, expertly scaling them to accommodate over 200,000 satisfied customers. • Participated in developing various microservices, using cutting-edge tools like Go/Golang and Node.js for optimal performance. • Constructed a cohesive, company-wide UI component library, while streamlining the design, and enhancing consistency. • Formed robust, scalable Next.js and TypeScript architecture, laying the foundation for successful greenfield product development. • Liaised with a team of more than 34 operations and product staff, ensuring timely delivery, and outstanding customer satisfaction. ### Assistant Vice President; Software Engineer @ Bank of America Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Charlotte, North Carolina • Received prestigious gold and bronze accolades for exceptional performance and dedication, while streamlining processes, and engineering workflow automation web apps and analytical dashboards internal Information Security staff. • Oversaw the creation of scalable Next.js and GraphQL-based UIs, enhancing user experiences and application efficiency. • Conceived and built client-side apps with Next.js, React, Redux, Redux Saga, and CSS-in-JS libraries for seamless user experience. • Initiated the development of Mattermost and Jira integrations across various applications and processes, and boosted productivity. • Optimized project workflows, building front-end app scaffolding, pipelines, or UI component libraries using React and TypeScript. • Produced analytic dashboards, providing valuable data-driven insights in agile environments, utilizing sprints and Gitflow, driving project success, presenting captivating product demos to customers and stakeholders, and showcasing app features and benefits. • Coached 10 junior and mid-level developers on emerging technologies, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. • Developed server-side APIs using Express/Koa and MongoDB/MySQL, and enhancing application functionality and performance. • Performed meticulous code reviews, while enforcing development best practices, as well as maintaining high-quality standards. ### Software Engineer @ Bank of America Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | Charlotte, North Carolina • Developed and deployed several React, Redux, and Redux Saga user interfaces, while styling them using Styled-Components. • Implemented Test Driven Development (TDD) in applications, thus verifying and ensuring high-quality and maintainable code. • Worked alongside team leads, contributing to the creation and implementation of new features in existing web applications. • Designed MongoDB databases for storing app data, working towards implementation of new practices in development workflow. • Handled backend development operations, creating Node APIs using Express and MongoDB, enhancing the overall functionality and performance of the applications. ### Web Developer @ BURKE Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | Charlotte, North Carolina Area As a Web Developer at BRK Global Marketing, I crafted visually appealing and responsive websites using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and PHP, ensuring seamless user experiences across devices. I developed and maintained a diverse range of projects using various CMS platforms, including Custom CMS, WordPress, Drupal, and Joomla. Collaborating with managers, I established budget scopes for projects and engineered in-house web applications leveraging ES6, Express, and MongoDB. Additionally, I designed applications for intuitive client database visualization and developed a cutting-edge job search mobile application using React Native and Redux. ### Freelance Web Developer @ AntFreda.com Jan 2015 – Jan 2017 | Charlotte, North Carolina Area During my freelance work as a Web Developer, I expertly engineered web applications utilizing the powerful React/Node.js stack, delivering high-performance and feature-rich solutions. I skillfully crafted mobile applications leveraging React Native, ensuring seamless user experiences on the go. My work also involved designing robust RESTful APIs using Express and MongoDB, promoting streamlined application integration and efficient data handling. This freelance experience allowed me to hone my skills and showcase my expertise across a wide range of projects, further developing my ability to adapt to various development scenarios. ## Education ### Bachelor of Science - BS in Software Engineering Western Governors University Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 ### Sun Valley High School Jan 2009 – Jan 2013 ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/antfreda323 - Website: https://AntFreda.com - GitHub: https://github.com/Afreda323 --- Source: https://flows.cv/anthonyfreda JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/anthonyfreda/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-22