I'm a senior frontend developer with a foundation in visual design, focused on building useful products and scaling durable design systems.

I work best at the intersection of design and engineering—translating visual clarity into accessible, maintainable interfaces. I've led design system initiatives, modernized legacy codebases, and advocated for quality in fast-paced, resource-constrained environments.

I'm passionate about building products that are not just functional, but also delightful to use. I believe in the power of thoughtful design and clean code to create experiences that resonate with users. My approach is user-centered, focusing on solving real problems with empathy and precision. I value calm collaboration, thoughtful execution, and long-term product thinking. I'm currently looking for a remote-friendly team that shares those values—and is building something that matters.

_About

Based in St Augustine, Florida, I'm a dad, climber, and surfer always looking for ways to combine tech with real life. Offline, you'll often find me chasing waves or toddlers.

_Projects

While I can’t share work from my current role, these personal projects represent my approach: thoughtful, user-focused, and built with care.

WatchOS/iOS App

Hangtime

A minimalist training app for climbers, designed to guide hangboard routines through haptics, visual cues, and progressive timers. I built it for Apple Watch and iPhone with a focus on glanceability, low-distraction UI, and reliable performance under physical stress. The design emphasizes flow and focus—making workouts easier to start, sustain, and finish.

FigmaSwiftHealthKitWatchKit
Progressive Web App

Surf Lab

A focused surf conditions app built for St. Augustine, FL, designed to quickly answer a simple question: is it surfable right now? I prioritized speed, clarity, and a calm UI over data overload—making it ideal for real-life, time-sensitive checks. Future iterations will expand to other East Coast spots and include Apple Watch support for even faster, glanceable insights.

HTMLCSSJavaScriptExpress

_Tools

React logo
Next.js logo
Svelte logo
Astro logo
Lit logo
Remix logo
TypeScript logo
JavaScript logo
React logo
Next.js logo
Svelte logo
Astro logo
Lit logo
Remix logo
TypeScript logo
JavaScript logo
Swift logo
HTML5 logo
Figma logo
Adobe logo
VS Code logo
Git logo
Node.js logo
Vite logo
Swift logo
HTML5 logo
Figma logo
Adobe logo
VS Code logo
Git logo
Node.js logo
Vite logo
Storybook logo
Npm logo
Expo logo
Tailwind CSS logo
CSS3 logo
GSAP logo
PWA logo
Docker logo
Storybook logo
Npm logo
Expo logo
Tailwind CSS logo
CSS3 logo
GSAP logo
PWA logo
Docker logo

I care more about what tools enable than the tools themselves—but I'm always experimenting and refining my workflow to build better software.

_Testimonials

"Matt has a wonderful ability to tackle complex challenges with simple creative solutions. He's trustworthy, reliable, and a smart designer. You may regret some things in life, but you'll never regret hiring Matt."
Ben Stafford

Ben Stafford

Co-owner and Designer

Foxmeadow Creative

"Matt has a skill set which can be hard to find in a creative team member — he's a graphic designer, UX designer, and a developer. This background and mix of talents makes him a thoughtful resource and an asset to any organization or client he works for."
Dan Draper

Dan Draper

Designer

Dan Draper Design

"Matt cares deeply."
Titus Smith

Titus Smith

IXD Program Director

University of Kansas

Looking for a thoughtful frontend lead or collaborator? I'm open to remote roles or interesting side projects. Let's talk.