KAORI NISHIMURA
ENFIELD
Summary
Committed Front-End Developer with a strong background in business application development and creative front-end roles. Delivered high-quality projects across diverse industries through expertise in dynamic web applications. Focused on enhancing user experience and driving innovation in technology.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Front-End Engineer
SENshine
10.2024 - Current
- Developed user interface for AI advisory platform, improving engagement and accessibility.
- Delivered clean, error-free code aligned to project scope and requirements.
- Minimised performance issues through careful implementation and code review practices.
Software Engineer
Intellisense.io
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Developed user interface of an AI software solution to improve productivity in the mining sector.
- Developed initial prototype for 3D viewer utilising the VoxelFarm platform.
- Created data displays to enhance visual comprehension and organised information for better accessibility.
- Facilitated migration from Angular to React.
- Created unit tests to ensure software functionality and reliability.
- Conducted code reviews to enhance code quality and team collaboration.
- Collaborated with product owners, QA engineers, data scientists and backend engineers to clarify requirements.
UI developer (Gatsby / React / Wordpress)
Infomentum
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with team to create new theme for BAE Systems and maintain website for Motability
Software Developer (PHP / JavaScript)
Firmstep
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Developed and implemented software solutions for local government and housing associations.
- Developed forms designer tool using JavaScript and PHP.
Moodle Front-end Developer
University of London
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed new Moodle theme “Bloom” and customised existing themes to enhance client engagement and satisfaction
Senior front-end developer
AVADO
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Developed Moodle and Sitefinity websites to enhance user engagement and functionality.
- Collaborated with clients including Google Squared Online, United for Wildlife, the International Olympic Committee, and CIPD to deliver tailored digital solutions.
Front-end developer
Contractor
06.2008 - 09.2014
- Virgin Media: Delivered various projects including flash animations and online TV front-end development.
- John Lewis: Enhanced website by adding new functionalities and resolving bugs, ensuring smooth user interactions and increased site reliability.
- Financial Times: Developed subscription/registration forms and user account management screens.
- Lexis Nexis Ltd: Front-end development for online dictionary products for lawyers.
- The Guardian: Developed microsites for Zurich Insurance and event calendar.
- BT: Developed customer portal interface in .NET.
- NHS Counter-fraud: Developed CMS system for fraud reports.
Software Developer
JRI Europe (Japan Research Institute), Ltd
07.2002 - 06.2007
- Developed e-finance project using .NET to upgrade client systems, improving functionality and user experience.
- Customised and maintained JASPER and PORTFOLIO accounting systems for Japanese companies in Singapore, London, and Europe, enhancing financial reporting capabilities.
Clients: Panasonic, OCS Europe Ltd, Nikkei Europe Ltd, Nippon Oil Ltd, SUMITOMO
Education
MPhil/PhD in Computer Science -
Anglia Ruskin University
CambridgeMSc in Computing -
Oxford Brookes University
Headington, OxfordBA in Language Studies (2:1) -
Essex University
Colchester, EssexSkills
- React / TypeScript / Nextjs
- HTML / CSS / Javascript
- Material UI / Bootstrap / Tailwind
- D3js / Plottable / NIVO
- React Testing Library / Playwright
- Storybook / Figma
- Knowledge of Node / Express / SQL / Azure auth
- GA / GTM / Amplitude
- Moodle / WordPress
- AI assisted coding Cursor / Claude / Copilot
Timeline
Senior Front-End Engineer
SENshine
10.2024 - Current
Software Engineer
Intellisense.io
08.2020 - 08.2024
UI developer (Gatsby / React / Wordpress)
Infomentum
03.2018 - 08.2020
Software Developer (PHP / JavaScript)
Firmstep
11.2017 - 02.2018
Moodle Front-end Developer
University of London
10.2016 - 05.2017
Senior front-end developer
AVADO
09.2014 - 09.2016
Front-end developer
Contractor
06.2008 - 09.2014
Software Developer
JRI Europe (Japan Research Institute), Ltd
07.2002 - 06.2007
MPhil/PhD in Computer Science -
Anglia Ruskin University
MSc in Computing -
Oxford Brookes University
BA in Language Studies (2:1) -
Essex University
Recent achievements
- Built the interface for SENshine's AI advisory platform using React, TypeScript and Next.js, with a focus on performance and accessibility.
- Led front-end development and an Angular-to-React migration at Intellisense.io for an AI-powered mining software platform, spanning testing, code review, and cross-functional delivery.
- Contributed to a 3D data visualisation prototype with VoxelFarm and designed complex data displays for technical, decision-critical workflows.
- Introduced unit and end-to-end testing (React Testing Library, Playwright) to strengthen long-term software reliability and reduce regressions.
- Delivered scalable, reusable UI work across finance, government, and insurance sectors, consistently reducing performance issues through disciplined implementation and code review.
Hobbies and Interests
- I am a keen equestrian and participate in dressage/show-jumping competitions with my own horse. I have the British Horse Society Stage 2 qualification.
- I feel passionate about animal welfare, and have been volunteering/donating for charity organisations.
References
Available On Request