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Jose Stephen A. Peña

Ruby on Rails Developer

Family first. Code second. Growth always.

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Work Experience

Where I've built things that matter

ReachBoost

Ruby on Rails Developer

April 2026 – Present

reachboost.io
  • Build and maintain the core Rails application powering LinkedIn outreach campaigns for agencies — multi-account management, team collaboration, and whitelabel workflows.
  • Ship campaign builder and automation sequences that let agencies create and run outreach across multiple LinkedIn accounts at scale.
  • Integrate LinkedIn account linking compatible with Sales Navigator and LinkedIn Basic, enabling seamless onboarding for agency clients.
Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL TailwindCSS ReactJS

CleverERP

Ruby on Rails Developer / Project Manager

April 2025 – April 2026

erp.clever-builds.com
  • Sole maintainer and developer for the ERP used by Clever Tiny Homes, a manufacturer of tiny homes in America.
  • Managed feature requests across multiple departments — sales, accounting, manufacturing, and HR.
  • Built a real-time browser push notification system using the W3C Push API, Service Workers, and VAPID authentication, enabling server-initiated notifications for inspection workflows.
  • Authored internal developer framework documentation and coding standards for a reusable CRUD table pattern in Rails, standardizing Turbo Stream-driven data tables, offcanvas forms, and pagination across the ERP to reduce boilerplate and enforce consistency.
Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL Bootstrap Hotwire Stimulus

TeamSatchel

Ruby on Rails Developer

November 2024 – May 2025

teamsatchel.com
  • Helped build and maintain features for Satchel One, a platform supporting 4,500+ schools worldwide, including modules for attendance, assessments, and communication.
  • Delivered user-focused solutions in a collaborative environment, aligned with TeamSatchel's values of innovation, integrity, and support for educators.
Ruby on Rails MySQL Bootstrap Hotwire Stimulus

Document Intelligent Solutions OPC Inc.

Software Engineer

December 2021 – December 2024

safeboxiq.com
  • Collaborated with a team of five in the development of SafeboxIQ, a document management & workflow tracking system for mortgage lending companies in the U.S.
  • Delivered product features and bug fixes within 2-week Sprints in an Agile environment.
  • Built features that support the document submission process, marketed as the main features of the application.
  • Developed an internal API to seamlessly integrate with an external application, improving document turnaround times and workflow efficiency over the company's previous SDK.
  • Optimized overall application architecture to promote modularity, scalability, and robustness by adhering to industry-standard coding practices.
  • Mentored software engineering interns through pair-programming sessions, fostering independent problem-solving skills.
Ruby on Rails ASP.NET PostgreSQL RSpec Docker Sidekiq Bootstrap jQuery CoffeeScript HandlebarsJS

Clinic Dev

Ruby on Rails Developer

June 2018 – December 2021

effie.org
  • Developed and maintained web applications across 3 different U.S.-based clients as part of an engineering duo.
  • Worked closely with senior engineers in upgrading Rails legacy apps and addressing technical debt.
  • Redesigned an existing feature and added functionality allowing an external team to manage content through a token-authenticated API.
  • Translated UI/UX wireframes from AdobeXD and Figma mock-ups into working code.
  • Collaborated with project managers and clients to build features, fix bugs, and keep them updated through PivotalTracker.
  • Effectively managed workload while pursuing educational goals, maintaining a high level of performance in both the workplace and academic studies.
Ruby on Rails MySQL UIKit jQuery Resque ElasticSearch Stripe Twilio HubSpot

About Me

Who I am beyond the code

I'm Steph - a full-stack Ruby on Rails developer, a husband, and a proud cat dad to 2 (and counting). Outside of code, you'll find me deep in a game, lost in a rabbit hole of faith research, or just enjoying the quiet chaos of home life.

Follower of Christ. Not the kind who stops asking hard questions. I love digging into theology, history, and the things that challenge what I think I know, because real conviction is worth testing.

Video games are my creative escape and honest hobby. I bring that same drive for curiosity, persistence, and love of systems into my work as a developer. Based in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, available for remote work worldwide.

8+
Years of Experience
10+
Projects Delivered
2
Cats owned (and counting)
∞
Mistakes Made, Still Learning

Solo Builds

Apps I designed, developed, and deployed

Jubilee

Creator & Developer

Personal finance tracker for calm monthly check-ins — income, expenses, budgets, and savings in one place, without clutter.

Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL Hotwire Stimulus TailwindCSS

Pickle

Creator & Developer

Pickleball court finder for Cagayan de Oro. One search across all venues — see open slots for your date and time, then book on the venue site.

Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL Hotwire Stimulus TailwindCSS Sidekiq

Freelance Projects

Independent work and client collaborations

SuperDupr

1 yr 3 mos

Freelance Ruby on Rails Developer

Independently conceptualized, designed, and integrated new feature requests for multiple clients. Systematically identified and refactored code smells, enhancing readability, maintainability, and overall code hygiene. Maintained effective communication channels to understand user needs and continuously improved application functionality based on user interactions.

Ruby on Rails Jumpstart Pro PostgreSQL Minitest Sidekiq ViewComponent Stimulus Hotwire Tailwind
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Silhouette & Shadow

1 yr

Freelance Ruby on Rails Developer

A digital live drawing community where artists can join daily sessions with professional models, connecting with a global network of life-drawing enthusiasts. Collaborated closely with the UI/UX designer, translated wireframes and mock-ups to working code, and developed and maintained the site's frontend and backend for new features and UI/UX redesigns.

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Soulbound.gg

8 mos

Freelance Frontend Developer

A fully interactive livestreaming and entertainment platform for web3 gaming with an in-stream prediction market. Translated UI/UX mockups and designs into a working frontend for an application interface built for a decentralized gaming ecosystem on Ethereum-based NFT games.

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JokePit Ltd.

1 yr

Freelance Ruby on Rails Developer

Developed and maintained features for JokePit, an online ticketing platform specializing in comedy, enhancing user experience and streamlining ticket sales for comedians and event organizers.

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Cornerstone Team Sports

1 yr 5 mos

Freelance Ruby on Rails Developer

An authorized athletic team dealer of Gatorade High School Performance Packages throughout the United States. Focused on optimizing website performance and simplifying backend processes to enhance the overall experience for customers. Collaborated directly with the business owner to introduce new products, resolve bugs, and implement new features.

Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL Spree Bootstrap Hotwire Stimulus
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Technical Skills

Technologies and tools I work with

Backend

Ruby on Rails ASP.NET PostgreSQL MySQL RSpec Minitest Capybara Sidekiq Resque ElasticSearch

Frontend

Hotwire / Turbo Stimulus Bootstrap Tailwind CSS UIKit ViewComponent jQuery ReactJS HandlebarsJS

Languages

Ruby JavaScript TypeScript CoffeeScript

DevOps & Tools

Docker Kamal PivotalTracker Figma AdobeXD

APIs & Integrations

Stripe Twilio HubSpot WebPush

Platforms & Frameworks

Jumpstart Pro Spree Commerce Remix

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science in Information Technology

Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan

Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines

2018 – 2023

Volunteering

Giving back beyond the keyboard

Indigitous

Digital Gospeler

indigitous.org
  • Collaborated with a team to develop and implement digital strategies for spreading the Gospel online.
  • Engaged in online outreach through social media platforms, reaching diverse audiences and fostering meaningful connections.

Get in Touch

Let's build something great together

I'm currently open to new opportunities, whether it's a full-time Rails role, a freelance engagement, or an exciting startup project. If you have something in mind, let's talk.

Based in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines. Available for remote work worldwide.

Send me an email
Email
[email protected]
GitHub
github.com/jspenya
LinkedIn
linkedin.com/in/penajs