Amit Rai

Seasoned Web Developer with 8+ Years of Experience

Skills

Technical:

Front-end development (HTML, CSS/SCSS, JavaScript, GSAP, React, Tailwind)
Back-end development (PHP, Node.js, MySQL, REST APIs, HubL)
User experience (Figma, Adobe XD, prototyping, usability testing)
Performance optimisation (Technical SEO, page speed, Google Core Vitals)
SEO strategy (SEMRush, Moz, technical audits, keyword analysis)

Personal:

Active listening
Critical thinking
Durability
Dependable
Empathetic

Professional:

Ability to teach, mentor, and continuously learn
Project management
Strategic planning
Communication
Decision-making

Hobbies

I enjoy staying active and have competed multiple times in powerlifting under the British Powerlifting Association, representing West Midlands Powerlifting 💪

Education

Aston University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Computing for Business, 2013 – 2017, 2:1 Classification

About Me

With 8+ years in web development, including 2+ years as Head of Development, I’ve led and launched high-impact web projects (often simultaneously) for clients across SaaS, FinTech, Hospitality, Education, and more, in a variety of CMSs including HubSpot and WordPress. I’ve navigated agency demands, overseen internal teams, and aligned development with broader marketing initiatives.

Equipped with a calm, solutions-focused mindset, I have successfully nurtured lasting relationships with clients at global brands. My LinkedIn profile features feedback from top management at companies I’ve directly worked with, highlighting the impact of my leadership and technical expertise. From securing clients through RFPs to overseeing project planning, execution, and relationship management, I have consistently delivered high-quality results. An example of this is 75% of clients, who initially signed up for specific campaigns, renewed their contracts or committed to additional campaigns after a successful experience under my leadership.

I have a deep curiosity for web technologies and SEO strategies, combined with a leadership style that empowers teams to perform at their best.

The minimum I expect of myself is maximum effort in everything I do.

Work Experience

Head of Development | Jam 7 | April 2025 – Present

Bridging the gap between human expertise and AI-powered marketing.

Head of Development | Tomorrow People | March 2023 – February 2025

Notable achievements:

Led site audits, competitor analysis, and SEO strategy execution for multiple clients, resolving technical SEO issues like broken links, slow page speeds, and poor mobile optimisation. This contributed to an average 10-15% increase in organic traffic and a 20-25% improvement in high-quality leads across key clients.
Identified and implemented a new web development project plan tailored to meet the agency’s evolving needs, reducing project delivery timelines by an average of two weeks and increasing project output by 30%, resulting in the successful completion of 21 websites.
Increased SLA contract portfolio from 9 to 16 in 2024 by enhancing the visibility of our value proposition to both existing and new clients.
Mentored development team members in advanced front-end and back-end technologies, including the successful implementation of GSAP across 17 projects since 2023, driving improved business outcomes through enhanced user engagement via animation.

Responsibilities:

Led and managed the web team, overseeing the delivery of high-quality web projects from concept to completion, ensuring client specifications were met on time and within budget. Successfully coordinated with cross-functional teams and two external vendors across multiple time zones to deliver 15+ projects in 2023, consistently exceeding client expectations.
Developed and executed the technical scope for web projects, overseeing resource allocation and managing external vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
Streamlined processes and improved efficiency, resulting in the on-time delivery of 20+ projects while maintaining high-quality standards.
Collaborated with sales and account teams to support new business enquiries, drive client relationships, and ensure seamless communication across departments.
Optimised website performance by researching and implementing technical SEO, reviewing code for accuracy, and staying current with industry trends. Explored emerging web technologies, proposing libraries like WebGL and Spline 3D to enhance immersive web experiences for B2B and B2C businesses.

Web Developer | Tomorrow People | September 2017 – February 2023

Notable achievements:

Led the agency’s first React, Gatsby JS, and Headless CMS project, deployed to Netlify, generating £33k in revenue. The project outperformed standard WordPress builds, setting a new technical benchmark for future projects.
Advocated for Figma implementation, transitioning the website project design workflow from Adobe XD and upskilling 3 designers, improving efficiency and collaboration.
Successfully deployed 8 website projects across various CMS platforms, including WordPress and HubSpot, in 2023, while simultaneously managing multiple marketing campaign initiatives as part of a 2-person development team.

See Feedback From My Peers and Clients!

"What sets Amit apart is his professionalism and his drive to deliver the best possible results. He’s not only intelligent and hardworking, but he also approaches every project with a sense of purpose and attention to detail that’s hard to find. Whether he's leading his team, knee-deep in code or researching the latest web trends, Amit consistently goes above and beyond. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Amit for any Head of Development or Senior Developer role. He’s an outstanding professional, and any agency or organisation would be lucky to have him on their team."

"As Head of Development, Amit brought a unique combination of technical depth, strategic thinking, and exceptional team management skills. He guided the team through a complex rebuild process, ensuring that every detail aligned with Sparta Commodities’ goals for performance, scalability, and user experience. Amit has a fantastic ability to break down technical complexities into actionable solutions, which made collaboration seamless even for non-technical stakeholders. His proactive communication ensured that the project stayed on track and that any challenges were swiftly resolved."

"I've really enjoyed working with Amit during this time, he is one of the hardest working, most organised, and dedicated people I've come across during my 10 years at the company. He led the team in consistently delivering high quality projects often to tight deadlines and while juggling multiple streams of work. When he became my manager he consistently cultivated a positive environment to work in and really cares about not just the work but you as a person,"

"What truly sets Amit apart is the way he went above and beyond to ensure we felt supported every step of the way. His commitment to delivering a high-quality outcome has resulted in a website that not only looks great but also performs exceptionally well, bringing in a steady stream of leads and new opportunities. I have no hesitation in recommending Amit to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, professional, and reliable web developer. His expertise and client-focused approach have been invaluable to us, and we are incredibly grateful for his work."

"Having just finished a project and launched a new website where Amit was the lead developer, I'm incredibly impressed with his capabilities and friendly personality. Not only did he develop our new website to a level exceeding expectations, but the way he managed his own team, communicated with us as a client, and being an all-round great guy to work with - it made the entire experience an absolute pleasure."

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