Rodrigo Ribeiro Leite
Front-End Developer | User-Centered Design | Problem Solver
Professional Summary
Front-End Developer with a strong foundation in user-centered design and IT support. I build responsive, accessible websites using HTML, CSS (Tailwind), and JavaScript, with experience integrating Firebase authentication, CI deployments, and client-side validation. My background in technical support has shaped my user-empathy mindset, allowing me to create interfaces that solve real problems.
I'm a self-learner who thrives on practical problem-solving, from wireframes and prototypes to production deployments. I bring clear documentation, structured thinking, and a commitment to delivering fast, usable, and accessible web experiences.
Core Skills
Design & UX
- User-centered design
- Wireframes & prototypes
- Visual Design
- Usability testing
- Responsive Design
- Problem Solver mindset
Frontend Development
- HTML5 & CSS3
- JavaScript (ES6+)
- Tailwind CSS
- Firebase (Auth, Hosting)
- CI/CD Deployments
- Client-side validation
Tools & Design Software
- Figma
- Canva
- Adobe Illustrator
- Git & GitHub
- VS Code
- Netlify & Firebase
IT Support Background
- Multi-tier user support
- Documentation & troubleshooting
- Microsoft 365 admin
- VLANs, VPNs, Firewalls
- PowerShell (basic)
- User-empathy mindset
Professional Experience
Web Developer
Self-Employed
HTML, CSS (Tailwind), JavaScript, Firebase
- Built and maintained responsive, accessible websites using modern web technologies
- Integrated Firebase authentication, hosting, and CI/CD deployment pipelines
- Implemented client-side input validation and security rules for production applications
- Launched production projects: rodrigoleitedev.com, Be A Fifa Agent, Test Your IQ, and Timecash
Work Study
Lake Michigan College
Data Privacy, Excel, Operations Management
- Coordinated pantry operations and student orders with attention to detail
- Applied data privacy principles when handling personal information
- Organized and maintained structured records and Excel-based files to improve accuracy, traceability, and operational efficiency
Technical Support Specialist
ORCEF, Brazil
Multi-tier Support, Documentation, UX Mindset
- Provided multi-tier user support across software and systems, resolving technical issues efficiently
- Identified recurring usability issues and created clear documentation to improve user experience
- Developed a strong user-empathy mindset applicable to UX design and interface development
- Collaborated with teams to streamline support processes and reduce response times
Education
Associate in Applications Development
Lake Michigan College, Michigan
Software development, application design, user-centered systems, and project-based development. Academic projects focused on web and mobile applications, usability, and practical problem-solving.
Bachelor in IT Management
Anhembi Morumbi University, Brazil
Focus in Technology Management and Applied Systems. Undergraduate thesis: "Technological Advancements in the Mechatronics Industry", with emphasis on applied technologies, systems integration, and digital innovation.
Certifications
Languages
Portuguese
NativeEnglish
FluentSpanish
ConversationalFeatured Projects
rodrigoleitedev.com
Personal portfolio website showcasing web development services and projects. Built with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
View Project →Be A Fifa Agent
Landing page for FIFA Agent preparatory course. Features responsive design and clear call-to-actions.
View Project →Test Your IQ
Interactive IQ testing web application with client-side validation and results calculation.
View Project →Timecash
Payment calculator tool for freelancers and service providers. Simple, intuitive interface for time-to-cash conversion.
View Project →Let's Build Something Great Together
I'm currently available for freelance projects, full-time opportunities, and collaborations. Open to remote, hybrid, and on-site positions.