Team Enablement
I believe in building autonomous, high-performing teams through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and creating safe environments for engineers to grow. My goal is to make myself obsolete by empowering team members to lead.
Leadership & Career Highlights
10+
Years leading front-end teams and architecting enterprise solutions
50+
Engineers mentored throughout career across multiple organizations
Global
Led PepsiCo platform serving 200+ markets worldwide
5+
Enterprise projects delivered as Technical Lead
Leadership Philosophy
Technical Excellence
Driving engineering standards through code reviews, architectural discussions, and continuous learning. I establish best practices that balance innovation with maintainability, ensuring scalable and robust solutions.
Impact-Driven Delivery
Focused on delivering measurable business value through strategic technical decisions. I align engineering efforts with business objectives, ensuring every sprint contributes to tangible outcomes and user satisfaction.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Bridging the gap between design, product, and engineering teams. I facilitate clear communication, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure technical decisions support the broader product vision.
Technical Skills
Leadership & Management
Frontend Frameworks
Languages
Performance & SEO
CMS & Enterprise
Search & Integration
DevOps & Tools
AI & Machine Learning
Professional Experience
August 2025 - Present
Frontend Technical Lead
Huge - PepsiCo Global Platform
Leading the technical frontend architecture for a global redesign website project using a headless Next.js and Sitecore JSS framework.
- Architected and developed core front-end systems including Global Search (OpenSearch) and build-time redirect framework for scalability across markets
- Orchestrated complex data fetching using GraphQL and Sitecore Layout Services for high-performance, dynamic content delivery
- Optimized web performance and SEO through ISR (Incremental Static Regeneration) and SSG strategies for global scalability
- Integrated enterprise-grade third-party services: Bynder (DAM), OpenSearch, and Brightcove into a unified component-based UI
- Led migration to Next.js v15 and React v19, implementing Core Web Vitals optimization strategies
- Established engineering standards for TypeScript, component modularity, and CI/CD workflows across Dev, Staging, and Production environments
- Enforced WCAG accessibility standards and implemented automated quality gates with PR templates
Next.js 15
React 19
Sitecore JSS
GraphQL
TypeScript
OpenSearch
2022 - 2025
Front-End Team Lead
Astek Vietnam
Led a team of 8+ front-end engineers, driving technical excellence and establishing best practices for enterprise web applications.
- Managed and mentored 8+ developers, conducting weekly 1:1s and performance reviews
- Drove 40% improvement in team velocity through process optimization and technical coaching
- Led architectural decisions for 3 major client projects with combined $2M+ budget
- Established code review processes that reduced production bugs by 60%
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement and engineering excellence
React
Angular
TypeScript
Team Leadership
Agile/Scrum
2019 - 2022
Front-End Team Lead
Syntrino Solutions
Led front-end development initiatives for enterprise clients, managing a team of 5 engineers and delivering scalable web applications.
- Directed technical strategy and front-end architecture for 4+ client projects
- Mentored 5 junior developers, with 3 promoted to senior roles during tenure
- Established coding standards and review processes adopted company-wide
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams across 3 time zones to deliver high-quality products
- Reduced page load times by 50% through performance optimization initiatives
JavaScript
React
CSS3
Agile
Performance
2017 - 2019
R&D Engineer
PERSOL Process & Technology Vietnam
Spearheaded R&D initiatives focused on intelligent chatbot development and AI-driven solutions for enterprise clients.
- Developed intelligent chatbots using Azure QnA and TensorFlow serving 10K+ users
- Led proof-of-concept projects that secured 2 major enterprise contracts
- Researched and implemented AI/ML solutions reducing customer support tickets by 30%
- Presented technical proposals to stakeholders and C-level executives
Azure QnA
TensorFlow
Python
AI/ML
NLP
Side Projects
Ollama Code Review
VS Code Extension
AI-powered code reviews and commit message generation for VS Code. Supports local Ollama models and cloud providers like Claude, Gemini, and Mistral.
VS Code
TypeScript
Ollama
AI
Learn More →
Cheryx.com
Personal Project
A personal website sharing unique knitting patterns designed by my wife. Built with Next.js and MongoDB for the frontend and Express.js for the backend. Features a custom CMS for efficient content management, with Google Drive for image storage and VPS for load balancing.
Next.js
MongoDB
Express.js
Custom CMS
Visit Cheryx.com →
Video Compressor
Personal Project
A fast and lightweight web tool that compresses video files directly in your browser using FFmpeg compiled to WebAssembly. No uploads, no server — just instant, high-quality video compression without installing any software.
FFmpeg
WebAssembly
JavaScript
Browser API
Visit video-compressor.com →
Free Craft Patterns
Personal Project
A global hub for knitters and crocheters to discover, learn, and share free patterns. A community-driven platform helping crafters explore creative ideas, connect with fellow makers, and spread the joy of handmade creations — all for free.
Web Platform
Community
Crafting
Visit free-craftpatterns.com →
Oil Reminder
Personal Project
A PWA that helps drivers automatically track oil changes, mileage, and maintenance schedules. Sends smart reminders before your next service is due, making car care effortless.
React
Vite
Firebase
PWA
Visit oilreminder.app →
About Me
I'm a Front-End Technical Lead with a deep passion for building high-performance web applications that deliver exceptional user experiences. With a strong foundation in computer science, algorithms, and performance optimization, I specialize in creating scalable, accessible, and SEO-friendly web solutions.
Beyond coding, I'm passionate about team enablement and technical leadership. I believe in mentoring engineers, driving technical proposals, leading sprint planning, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and engineering excellence.
Recently, I've been exploring how AI can enhance software development, from improving developer productivity to creating smarter, more adaptive web experiences. I'm always open to new challenges, collaborations, and conversations around front-end innovation and AI-driven development.