Christhopher Leão, Developer in Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Christhopher Leão

Front-end Developer

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Toptal member since June 2, 2026

Bio

Christhopher is a senior front-end developer with over 12 years of experience specializing in large-scale React and React Native applications. Their expertise spans front-end architecture, monorepos, and design systems, with notable work at Starlogik, Dephion BV, and Generous Studio. Christhopher led the transition of mobile apps and maintained complex codebases for high-profile clients.

Portfolio

Deltatre
React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS
Starlogik
React, React Native, Next.js, Remix, Nx, D3.js, Tailwind CSS, CSS-in-JS
Dephion BV
Next.js, NPM, Node.js, React, GraphQL, GitHub, Nx, D3.js, Tailwind CSS...

Experience

  • CSS-in-JS - 10 years
  • React - 9 years
  • Next.js - 6 years
  • Tailwind CSS - 6 years
  • TypeScript - 5 years
  • Nx - 5 years
  • React Native - 5 years
  • Node.js - 2 years

Preferred Environment

Docker, Kubernetes, Figma, React, React Native, Node.js

The most amazing...

...application I've built is an electric vehicle companion app that integrates IoT smart plug scheduling.

Work Experience

Senior Front-end Developer

2025 - PRESENT
Deltatre
  • Developed and maintained front-end features for the New Zealand Rugby and LIV Golf website, focusing on performance, accessibility, responsive design, and user experience.
  • Tracked and fixed bugs using Jira and Tempo as reporting tools.
  • Refactored massive sets of functionality upgrading tools without getting regressions and improved performance and readability at the top of the industry standards.
Technologies: React, Next.js, Tailwind CSS

Front-end Developer & React Native Engineer

2023 - 2025
Starlogik
  • Managed the architecture and components of Starlogik’s front-end technologies.
  • Participated in deciding the tech stack, code patterns, and state flow.
  • Created and maintained unit tests and Storybook components.
  • Developed back-office tools, demo websites, and documentation.
Technologies: React, React Native, Next.js, Remix, Nx, D3.js, Tailwind CSS, CSS-in-JS

Front-end Developer

2020 - 2023
Dephion BV
  • Refined and established Dephion’s workflow and architecture, including libraries and monorepos.
  • Selected appropriate tools and technologies for projects, e.g., B2B Habitc dashboards and websites.
  • Developed numerous websites and applications for multiple products using React and Next.js.
Technologies: Next.js, NPM, Node.js, React, GraphQL, GitHub, Nx, D3.js, Tailwind CSS, CSS-in-JS, Azure

React Native Engineer

2021 - 2021
NeoCharge
  • Transitioned an Expo app into a standard React Native app by removing all Expo dependencies and functionalities.
  • Developed new features for the electric vehicle companion app.
  • Enabled programmable scheduling of recharge times through IoT technology, interfacing with a smart plug.
Technologies: React Native, D3.js, CSS-in-JS

Lead/Senior Front-end Developer & React Native Engineer

2019 - 2020
Generous
  • Served as the driving force within the team, mentoring teammates.
  • Ensured timely completion of deliverables across multiple projects.
  • Worked on SaaS solutions and mobile applications, including the Zwitsal Babynamen app, Unilever Connect app, and NIBE project.
Technologies: React, Node.js, Redux, TypeScript, AWS IoT, React Native, Firebase, Storybook, D3.js, CSS-in-JS

Senior Front-end Developer

2018 - 2018
PrimeIT
  • Mentored teammates, serving as the driving force within the team.
  • Ensured timely deliverables across multiple projects.
  • Worked on SaaS solutions and mobile applications, including the Zwitsal Babynamen app, Unilever Connect app, and NIBE project.
Technologies: React, Node.js, Redux, TypeScript, AWS IoT, React Native, Firebase, Storybook, CSS-in-JS

Front-end Developer & Designer

2016 - 2018
Self-employed
  • Dealt with a number of mid-long contracts during the period with customers like PlanetExpat, BREVE Festival, and Sense Bikes.
  • Worked mostly on WordPress and Angular development roles.
  • Performed web design, web development, and mobile app development tasks.
Technologies: AngularJS, Adobe, jQuery, WordPress, CSS-in-JS

Junior Front-end Developer & Designer

2014 - 2016
RD Station CRM
  • Handled design and all graphical duties initially.
  • Shifted focus to front-end development over time on the platform.
  • Built the now-leading CRM tool in Brazil and LATAM with a small team.
Technologies: AngularJS, Adobe, jQuery, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, JavaScript

Experience

New Zealand Rugby

http://allblacks.com/
As a front-end developer on New Zealand Rugby's digital ecosystem, I helped build and maintain web experiences supporting the All Blacks and other national and international rugby teams. I developed scalable front-end solutions, enhanced performance and accessibility, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products serving fans, players, and rugby organizations around the world.

LIV Golf

http://livgolf.com/
Working on LIV Golf's digital ecosystem, I developed and maintained scalable front-end applications that supported tournament coverage, player profiles, live content, and fan experiences. I collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to deliver performant, accessible, and maintainable solutions while helping evolve the platform's architecture and user experience for a global audience.

NeoCharge

https://getneocharge.com/
As a React Native developer at NeoCharge, I contributed to the development of a mobile application that helps electric vehicle owners monitor energy consumption and optimize charging schedules. I built and maintained user-facing features, integrated real-time charging and energy usage data, and collaborated with product and engineering teams to deliver a seamless experience that enables users to reduce charging costs by leveraging lower electricity rates and smart scheduling automation.

Vision-Box

https://page.vision-box.com/visionbox-biometricsolutions
As a front-end developer at Vision-Box, I contributed to the development of secure identity management solutions used by government agencies and national identity programs, including Switzerland's digital identity ecosystem. Working within a large-scale biometric platform, I developed and maintained web applications that support citizen enrollment, identity verification, and document management processes, while ensuring high standards of security, usability, accessibility, and regulatory compliance. I collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable solutions that serve millions of users and support critical public services.

Cazoo

As a front-end developer at Cazoo, I worked on large-scale web applications for a fast-moving automotive marketplace platform that connects users with used-car listings and dealer networks across the UK. I developed and maintained responsive, high-performance user interfaces, implemented new customer-facing features, and improved usability across the car discovery and purchasing journey. I collaborated closely with product, design, and back-end teams to deliver scalable solutions focused on performance, accessibility, and conversion-driven user experiences in a highly competitive marketplace environment.

Education

2016 - 2016

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Universidade Pitágoras - Belo Horizonte, Brazil

2015 - 2015

Bachelor's Degree in Multimedia Production

Pontifícia Universidade Católica - Belo Horizonte, Brazil

2012 - 2012

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Digital Game Design and Development

Universidade UNA - Brazil

Certifications

DECEMBER 2018 - PRESENT

iOS & Swift - The Complete iOS App Development Bootcamp

Udemy

DECEMBER 2017 - PRESENT

Javascript do Futuro - ES6/7 / Webpack 2 / TypeScript

Udemy

DECEMBER 2017 - PRESENT

JavaScript: Understanding the Weird Parts

Udemy

MAY 2017 - PRESENT

Advanced React and Redux

Udemy

JANUARY 2017 - PRESENT

Completo do Desenvolvedor NodeJS e MongoDB

Udemy

JANUARY 2017 - PRESENT

Docker Crash Course for busy DevOps and Developers

Udemy

Skills

Libraries/APIs

React, D3.js, Node.js, jQuery, React Redux

Tools

Adobe Photoshop, Nx, Git, Adobe Illustrator, Figma, Lerna, NPM, GitHub, Adobe, Expo, Prettier, Adobe After Effects, JSON Schema, Webpack, Docker Swarm

Languages

TypeScript, HTML, CSS, GraphQL, JavaScript, Swift, Objective-C, SQL, ECMAScript (ES6), Sass

Frameworks

Next.js, Tailwind CSS, React Native, Remix, Redux, AngularJS, Nuxt.js, Jest, Cypress, SwiftUI, Vanilla JS

Paradigms

Design Thinking, REST

Platforms

MacOS, Arch Linux, Debian Linux, AWS IoT, Firebase, WordPress, Docker, Kubernetes, Adobe Premiere, iOS, Azure

Storage

SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), MongoDB

Other

CSS-in-JS, Storybook, ESLint, Enzyme, Integration Testing, WebSockets, Server-side Rendering (SSR), Game Design, Game Development

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