STAV FERNANDES

Full Stack Software Engineer

DeveloperCreativeBuilder

Crafting exceptional digital experiences with modern technologies and innovative solutions

About.

Hey, I'm Stav. I'm a full-stack developer who loves crafting beautiful digital experiences, but there's so much more to me than just code. What excites me most about technology, especially now that AI is becoming part of our daily lives, is the endless possibilities. With code, the right team, and some inspiration, you can create anything you imagine. That sense of potential is what drew me to make a career switch into this world. Coding is exciting, always evolving, and constantly pushing me to learn and adapt.


Alongside my values, I truly love life. I love learning, growing, and laughing. I thrive on being part of something bigger, solving problems with a team and learning from diverse perspective, it’s what keeps me excited every day. I look for opportunities to work with people who aren’t afraid to try new things, take risks, or even fail. I’m all about testing the waters and working toward ambitious, purpose-driven goals. Chasing almost unattainable dreams gives me the drive I need.

If you share my passion for technology, React, AI, or just life in general, let’s connect! I’d love to meet like-minded people and hear your story.

Experience.

  • Software Engineer

    Nationwide Building Society

    London

    I enhance user experiences within the Mortgages team by implementing and maintaining scalable UI components. Through agile collaboration with cross-functional teams, I help bring innovative features to life while ensuring reusability and security. I've also led onboarding initiatives, hosted knowledge-sharing sessions, and established CI/CD pipelines, all aimed at improving team productivity and efficiency.

    Technologies & Skills

  • Software Developer

    Northcoders

    Remote

    At Northcoders, I gained hands-on experience in agile development while working with React, Node.js, and PostgreSQL. I honed my skills in building and maintaining front-end and back-end solutions, applying best practices in modern JavaScript frameworks and databases. This role provided me with the opportunity to work in a team-focused environment, where collaboration and peer learning were integral.

    Technologies & Skills

  • Freelance Web Developer

    Freelance

    Remote

    As a freelance developer, I created custom websites for small businesses, utilising Webflow / wordpress, React, and vanilla JavaScript. This role strengthened my client management and project execution skills, delivering responsive, user-focused solutions. I used Trello for project coordination, ensuring smooth collaboration and timely delivery.

    Technologies & Skills

  • Data Analyst

    Aviva Investors

    London

    In this data-driven role, I supported a £6 billion portfolio by providing in-depth analysis for strategic decisions. I streamlined data workflows using Python and Excel, significantly reducing reporting times. I also collaborated closely with sales teams and mentored junior analysts, refining my skills in data visualisation and client engagement.

    Technologies & Skills

Values.

These values are at the core of who I am—not just as a developer, but as a person. They're qualities I look for in every team I join. By embracing collaboration, boldness, work ethic, growth, and curiosity, I believe we can create a space where everyone thrives and contributes to something meaningful. Do these values resonate with you? I'd love to hear about the principles that guide your work and life.

Collaboration is essential to reach your full potential. Surrounding yourself with people who challenge and inspire you is crucial. In an environment where everyone pushes each other to grow, we can all thrive together. Collaboration isn’t just a value to me—it’s the way I strive to work every day.

Boldness is about more than innovation—it’s the courage to change what needs changing and to see opportunities others might overlook. I’ve learned that making a real impact requires following your vision, taking calculated risks, and challenging norms. Whether it’s pursuing new paths or creating my own, boldness fuels my drive to make meaningful change.

Work ethic is the foundation of every great achievement. It’s not just a phrase for resumes—it’s about committing to becoming the best version of yourself. For me, it’s about working smart and hard, with dedication and consistency, to turn visions into reality. Without this, lasting success simply isn’t possible.

Growth is what makes life exciting. I believe we all crave it, whether we realize it or not. It's about learning, adapting, and finding new ways to evolve—both personally and professionally. To me, growth is a source of hope: a reminder that no matter where we are, things can always improve.

Curiosity is my compass, guiding me through exploration and discovery. It’s more than just wanting to know—it’s about diving deep, asking questions, and uncovering the unknown. I value curiosity because it sparks passion, drives innovation, and embraces mistakes as stepping stones to success.

Projects.

Content Creator

Contentify

(WORK IN PROGRESS) A social media content generator for Twitter, LinkedIn, and more. Create quick posts with the right styling and sizing for each platform. (Work In Progress)

  • Next.js
  • React
  • Clerk
  • Drizzle ORM
  • PostgreSQL
  • Vercel
  • Docker

Stack Overflow Clone

Dev Overflow

A question and answer platform inspired by Stack Overflow, built using modern web technologies to help developers connect and share knowledge.

  • Next.js
  • React
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Vercel

AI-Powered SaaS Solution

Lugh AI

An AI-powered SaaS platform that provides advanced features and personalized services for users leveraging machine learning technologies.

  • React
  • Python
  • Flask
  • Docker

City Mapping Tool

City Canvas

An interactive platform to collaboratively map and visualize city projects, helping users plan and engage with urban spaces.

  • Next.js
  • React
  • Mapbox
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Node.js

Contact.

Want to connect?

I'm always open to new opportunities and collaborations. Feel free to reach out through email or connect with me on LinkedIn.