Carlos Dubón

About me

I’m Carlos Dubón, a frontend developer and blogger based in Guatemala, specializing in React, Next and Node.

I’m passionate about building high-performance, scalable web applications that offer a seamless user experience across devices. I’m naturally curious, detail-oriented, and always eager to learn something new.

Collaboration is key for me, and I enjoy working with diverse teams to solve complex problems and deliver impactful solutions. I believe in the importance of clear communication and active listening to create strong relationships with clients and colleagues.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work with a range of clients, from startups to established companies, helping them bring their ideas to life through thoughtful engineering and a focus on quality.

Services

Web application development

Mobile application development

Performance optimization

Search engine optimization (SEO)

User experience design

API Development & Integration

Experience

Oct 2023Currently

Kemik.com

Senior Frontend Engineer

Developed Guatemala’s leading e-commerce platform from the ground up, focusing on performance, SEO, and user experience.
  • Built the frontend using Next.js, React.js, TypeScript, Sass and Server Components, enhancing functionality and responsiveness.
  • Fixed major bugs and memory leaks with the help of Grafana’s k6, leading to a significant increase in conversion rates.
  • Implemented SEO optimization strategies to enhance search engine rankings, achieving a high score in the Core Web Vitals report.
  • Utilized bare React Native to build the mobile app, ensuring enhanced control over performance and architecture.
  • Built core functionalities from the ground up, prioritizing performance and minimizing dependency on third-party libraries.

Feb 2023Sep 2023

Yalutec

Lead Frontend Engineer

Lead Frontend Engineer for MigoPayments, a multi-payment gateway serving renowned brands such as Mc Donald’s, CMI, CBC, Coppel and Elektra.
  • Developed the frontend using Next.js, React.js, TypeScript, TailwindCSS, and JavaScript to ensure a seamless user experience.
  • Integrated major payment processors (Visa Cybersource, Adyen, PayPal among others) and ensured PCI DSS compliance for secure transactions.
  • Optimized performance and usability, streamlining payment flows for a frictionless experience.

Aug 2021Jan 2023

Pentcloud

Lead Frontend Engineer

  • Actively led the frontend for various SaaS products using Next.js, React.js, TypeScript, TailwindCSS and GraphQL.
  • Collaborated with designers, stakeholders, and product managers to deliver user-centered, scalable solutions.

Tools

Figma

Figma

Design

Notion

Notion

Documentation

Postman

Postman

Development

GitKraken

GitKraken

Version Control

Visual Studio Code

Visual Studio Code

Development

Zoom

Zoom

Meetings