Software Engineer
Started my career as a bartender at an Italian restaurant before transitioning to engineering at a major corporation. Later, I founded my own company developing web and Android applications. Since then, I've gained diverse experience serving as VPoE (Vice President of Engineering) at venture companies and challenging myself at overseas startups.
I also ran a small bar in Tokyo and developed Android apps that achieved over 4 million active users. My strengths are taking action and flexible thinking. Currently living in Manila with my Filipino wife.
25 years of diverse journey
Manila, Philippines
Relocated to Philippines and actively working as a freelance developer specializing in web, mobile app, and AI agent development. Building consumer-facing AI applications and internal business automation tools using LLM technologies. Developed devrag, an MCP server officially listed on mcpservers.org. Simultaneously launched a restaurant business in the Philippines.
Digital Nomad (Europe & Asia)
Managed own business services while working as a freelance engineer, traveling across approximately 20 countries in Europe and Asia.
Startup in Georgia
Relocated to Georgia to join a new startup after company acquisition. Gained international experience working in a multicultural environment.
Venture Company
Served as Vice President of Engineering at a venture company for 2 years. Led development of both contract work and in-house services.
Fukuoka, Japan
Relocated to Fukuoka and gained experience in SES (System Engineering Services) for 3 years. Participated in diverse projects across finance, healthcare, and game development industries.
Bar Brat (Ueno, Tokyo)
Opened Bar Brat in Ueno, Tokyo. For one year, worked dual roles as engineer during the day and bartender at night.
Forward Corporation
Founded Forward Corporation and developed "Animal Battery" app which achieved over 4 million active users on au Smart Pass.
Major Corporation
Involved in operation and development of government services. Gained experience in team development fundamentals.
Small Development Company
Founded a small company with friends, focusing on contract development work.
Italian Restaurant in Tokyo
Started as a bartender fulfilling childhood dream. Created restaurant menus and website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Development timelines vary based on project complexity. A simple landing page or MVP can take 2-4 weeks, while a full-featured web application typically requires 2-4 months. For AI-powered applications and chatbots, timeline depends on the integration complexity and training requirements. During our initial consultation, I provide a detailed timeline after understanding your specific requirements and scope.
The process begins with a free consultation to understand your goals and requirements. Next, I provide a detailed proposal including scope, timeline, and cost estimate. Once approved, we move through design, development, testing, and deployment phases with regular progress updates and feedback sessions throughout.
Yes, I offer flexible maintenance and support packages after project completion. This includes bug fixes, security updates, performance monitoring, and feature enhancements. For AI agent projects, I also provide continuous improvement services including prompt optimization and model updates. Support can be arranged on a monthly retainer basis or as-needed.
Yes, since 2024 I have been actively developing AI agents for both consumer-facing applications and internal business process automation. This includes customer support chatbots, workflow automation tools, and custom AI assistants integrated with existing business systems. I work with various LLM APIs and frameworks to build solutions tailored to your specific needs.
Scope changes are common in software projects, especially in AI development where requirements often evolve based on user feedback. I use agile methodologies that accommodate evolving requirements. When changes arise, we discuss the impact on timeline and budget, document the new requirements, and adjust the project plan accordingly.
