Rosa Lucena

Job Title: Software Developer

Email: info@rlucena.co.uk

Phone: +44 7593640951

Website: www.rlucena.co.uk

GitHub: www.github.com/RlucSal

Experience

Software Developer (Contract) - Haimsa IT

Sept 2024 – Present

  • Developed custom software solutions using PHP, JavaScript, and custom WordPress themes/plugins.
  • Improved database performance by optimizing queries and reducing autoloaded options.
  • Refactored functionality to enhance sustainability and speed, increasing page load speeds by 27%.
Software Developer (Freelance)

Jul 2024 – Present

  • Developed and deployed responsive web applications using React and WordPress.
  • Built server-side functionalities with Node.js and integrated Firebase authentication.
  • Integrated APIs for payment processing, event management, and communication.
Front-end Developer Intern - Haimsa IT

Jun 2024 – Sep 2024

  • Collaborated on redesign and rebranding of an internal management platform.
  • Optimized core functionality, improving consistency and performance.
  • Implemented CDN integration and lazy loading, reducing load times by 20-30%.
  • Conducted end-to-end testing with Cypress.
Head Chef - Admiral Recruitment

April 2023 – Sep 2024

Senior Sous Chef - Searcys

Sept 2022 – April 2023

  • Managed a team of 8+, selected as best Back of House team out of 70 company units.
Head Chef - Sunday in Brooklyn

March 2021 – Sept 2022

  • Hired, managed, and developed 25+ employees for a new opening.
  • Implemented workflow efficiency plans and management software.
  • Reduced food costs by 17% through quality controls.
Founder - Barcelondon Ltd (Serious Burgers)

Jan 2020 – Nov 2020

  • Founded and scaled a high-end vegan burger business.
  • Achieved profitability within the first month.

Summary

Results-driven software developer with a proven ability to deliver impactful, user-centered solutions. Drawing from 10+ years of leadership in hospitality and recent hands-on experience in software development, I bring a unique combination of people skills and technical expertise. I thrive on learning new technologies and working on teams building innovative digital experiences that truly matter.

Skills

  • Frontend:
    React.js, JavaScript (ES6+), Tailwind CSS, WordPress, HTML5, CSS3
  • Backend:
    Node.js, PHP, MySQL, Firebase, MongoDB
  • Other Technologies and Tools:
    Git, GitHub, NPM, Elementor, Gutenberg, Wix
  • Languages:
    English (C1 Advanced), Spanish (Native), Catalan (Native)

Education

  • CertHE Applied Computing
    - University of Wales Trinity Saint David (2024 – Present)
  • Bootcamp in Front-end Web Development
    - University of Birmingham (2023 – 2024)
  • Master's Degree in Business Management
    - CIB (2018 – 2019)
  • Management of Work Teams with EI
    - Institut Superior Coaching Barcelona (2017)
  • National Diploma in Culinary Arts
    - Escola Hoteleria Turisme Cambrils