Carl John Hicban

My Journey

Work Experience

Full Stack Software Engineer

AppBay Studio Current

June 2025 – Present

Develops intuitive user interfaces using Angular to enhance user experience
Implements server-side technologies to design and maintain web application logic and functionality
Manages database operations ensuring efficient data storage, retrieval, and administration
Develops and integrates RESTful APIs to enable seamless communication between systems
Designs and develops microservices architecture for scalable app solutions

Software Developer – Mid Level

UNAWA Inc. Legal Tech

May 2022 – June 2025

Developed intuitive user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Implemented server-side logic and maintained web application functionality
Managed database operations ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval
Optimized database queries and data interaction performance
Developed and integrated APIs for seamless system communication

Software Developer – Freelance

BotCrafters

Aug 2024 – Oct 2024

Designed website interface in Figma ensuring a visually appealing and user-friendly experience
Built full-stack application using Angular (frontend) and NestJS (backend)
Managed data storage using PostgreSQL and MySQL
Implemented blockchain payment processing via BlockCypher
Deployed application on DigitalOcean and managed server remotely via PuTTY

Software Developer – Team Lead

Classify Inc.

June 2020 – April 2022

Oversaw and coordinated projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery
Conducted client meetings to discuss requirements, provide updates, and align expectations
Led developer discussions to plan, strategize, and optimize project execution
Mentored colleagues and provided training to enhance programming skills
Facilitated OJT programs to train and guide interns into the industry

What I Know

Skills & Technologies

Frontend

Angular Flutter Dart TypeScript JavaScript Bootstrap HTML / CSS

Backend

NestJS Node.js Express.js GraphQL Mongoose Prisma Microservices Swagger

Database

MongoDB PostgreSQL MySQL Firebase

Cloud & Platforms

Google Cloud Google Platform DigitalOcean PuTTY BlockCypher

Tools & Platforms

GitHub GitLab Bitbucket Figma Trello ClickUp Odoo Zoho Creator MS Power Automate

Academic Background

Education

Full Stack Web Development Program

ZUITT Coding Bootcamp

Makati City, Philippines

2020

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Holy Trinity College

General Santos City, Philippines

2010 – 2014

Credentials

Certificates

Angular Development

Zero to Mastery

Andrei Neagoie & Luis Ramirez Jr

NestJS: The Complete Developer's Guide

Udemy

Stephen Grider

Complete Flutter & Dart Development Bootcamp

Udemy

Dr. Angela Yu

Let's Talk

Get In Touch

I'm currently open to new opportunities. Whether you have a project in mind or just want to connect — my inbox is always open.

Email

carljohnhicban@gmail.com

Phone

+63 961 772 0451

Location