Hourly Rate $40 / Hr
Total Earned $58,932
Experience 15 Years

Skills

  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • React
  • Node.js
  • Python
  • REST API Development
  • AWS
  • PostgreSQL

Senior Full Stack Developer | 15+ Years | React, Python, Node.js, APIs & Cloud Solutions

I'm Kayla Hughes, a Senior Full Stack Developer with 15+ years of experience turning complex ideas into powerful, scalable digital solutions.

I specialize in modern web applications, advanced API integrations, SaaS platforms, AI automation, and cloud-based systems.

My Tech Stack:

Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript, JavaScript

Backend: Python, Node.js, Django, FastAPI

APIs: REST, GraphQL, Webhooks, Data Synchronization

Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB

Cloud: AWS, Docker, CI/CD

From challenging integrations to complete platforms, I build software that's fast, secure, and designed to grow.

I don't just write code — I turn complex challenges into simple, smart solutions.

Reviews

36 reviews on file.

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SaaS Billing Automation Platform

July 22, 2026 - September 16, 2026 60 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla delivered clean, reliable code and improved our billing workflow fast. Communication was clear throughout, and the final deployment went smoothly.

E-commerce Checkout Optimization

March 20, 2026 - May 13, 2026 66 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla identified bottlenecks quickly and rebuilt key checkout flows with care. Conversions improved, and she kept us updated at every step.

Healthcare Patient Portal Upgrade

December 29, 2025 - February 13, 2026 122 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla handled sensitive healthcare requirements professionally. The portal is faster, easier to use, and was delivered right on schedule.

Fintech Risk Dashboard Build

August 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025 128 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla created a polished dashboard with accurate data handling and strong performance. Her attention to security and detail was excellent.

Mobile Fitness App Backend

March 11, 2025 - May 8, 2025 152 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built a stable backend that scaled well during our launch. She solved issues quickly and explained technical choices clearly.

CRM Workflow Automation System

November 11, 2024 - December 24, 2024 61 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla streamlined our CRM processes and reduced manual work significantly. The code quality was high, and delivery was ahead of time.

AI Content Assistant Prototype

September 6, 2024 - October 9, 2024 58 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla turned our concept into a working AI tool with a thoughtful architecture. She was responsive, practical, and easy to collaborate with.

Marketplace Vendor Management Portal

May 27, 2024 - July 2, 2024 164 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built a robust vendor portal with clean interfaces and reliable permissions. The project was delivered smoothly and professionally.

Booking System API Integration

February 22, 2024 - April 1, 2024 96 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla integrated multiple booking APIs without disrupting our live service. Her testing was thorough, and the rollout was seamless.

Social Networking Feature Expansion

November 8, 2023 - December 17, 2023 163 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla added new social features that felt native to our platform. She communicated well and handled edge cases we had not considered.

IoT Device Monitoring Dashboard

July 21, 2023 - September 17, 2023 81 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built a real-time dashboard that made device issues easy to track. Performance was excellent, and the interface was very intuitive.

Analytics Reporting Data Pipeline

March 27, 2023 - April 30, 2023 144 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla redesigned our reporting pipeline and made data refreshes far more reliable. Her documentation was clear and useful for our team.

Real Estate Listing Platform

December 16, 2022 - February 12, 2023 146 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla delivered a polished listing platform with fast search and clean admin tools. She was organized, responsive, and detail focused.

Restaurant Online Ordering System

August 14, 2022 - September 25, 2022 137 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built an ordering system that our staff could manage easily. The launch went perfectly, and customers noticed the faster experience.

EdTech Learning Management Portal

March 24, 2022 - May 19, 2022 114 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla improved our course portal with better navigation and stable video features. She met every milestone and handled feedback quickly.

Logistics Route Planning Tool

December 30, 2021 - February 22, 2022 92 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla created a practical routing tool that saved our dispatch team time daily. Her problem solving and backend work were outstanding.

Cybersecurity Audit Remediation

September 12, 2021 - October 16, 2021 149 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla fixed critical security gaps and strengthened our application setup. She explained risks clearly and worked efficiently.

Subscription Video Streaming App

June 11, 2021 - August 7, 2021 194 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla improved playback reliability and subscription handling. The app feels much more stable now, and her communication was excellent.

Nonprofit Donation Management CRM

March 29, 2021 - April 30, 2021 111 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built a donation CRM that matched our workflow perfectly. She was patient with revisions and delivered a dependable system.

Travel Itinerary Planner Website

January 16, 2021 - February 18, 2021 95 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla developed a smooth itinerary planner with clean UI and fast loading pages. She was proactive and easy to work with.

Inventory Forecasting AI Tool

October 12, 2020 - December 4, 2020 198 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built a forecasting tool that made our inventory planning much clearer. She balanced accuracy, usability, and speed very well.

Retail POS Integration Project

July 9, 2020 - August 10, 2020 65 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla connected our POS and online store with minimal downtime. The integration works reliably, and her testing process was excellent.

HR Onboarding Automation Portal

March 31, 2020 - May 30, 2020 59 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla automated our onboarding steps and reduced repetitive admin tasks. The portal is easy to maintain and was delivered on time.

Insurance Claims Processing Dashboard

December 11, 2019 - January 9, 2020 132 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built a dashboard that gave our team better claim visibility. She handled complex business rules accurately and professionally.

Music Streaming Recommendation Engine

October 8, 2019 - November 6, 2019 197 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla created a recommendation feature that improved user engagement. Her approach was thoughtful, and the code was clean and maintainable.

Construction Project Management App

May 25, 2019 - July 13, 2019 92 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built practical tools for scheduling, notes, and file uploads. Our field team adopted it quickly because it simply works.

Legal Document Review Platform

March 2, 2019 - April 13, 2019 104 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla improved document workflows and added reliable search features. She respected deadlines and delivered high-quality work.

Automotive Service Booking Portal

October 18, 2018 - December 8, 2018 154 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla developed a booking portal that reduced phone scheduling dramatically. The interface is clean, and the backend is very stable.

Crypto Portfolio Tracking Dashboard

July 31, 2018 - August 26, 2018 151 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built a secure, responsive dashboard with accurate portfolio syncing. She solved API issues quickly and kept the project moving.

Telemedicine Appointment System

March 11, 2018 - May 3, 2018 171 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla delivered a secure appointment system with smooth video scheduling. She understood compliance needs and communicated clearly.

Warehouse Barcode Scanning App

November 25, 2017 - December 31, 2017 119 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built a mobile scanning app that reduced inventory errors immediately. Deployment was smooth, and staff training was simple.

Customer Support Chatbot Integration

July 13, 2017 - September 10, 2017 121 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla integrated a chatbot that handles common tickets effectively. She tuned the workflow well and provided clear handoff notes.

Event Ticketing Marketplace Platform

March 19, 2017 - May 23, 2017 144 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla built reliable ticket purchasing and seller tools for our marketplace. She handled payments and edge cases with care.

Manufacturing Quality Control System

November 26, 2016 - January 6, 2017 161 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla created a quality control system that made reporting defects much faster. Her architecture was solid and easy to extend.

Food Delivery Driver App

July 15, 2016 - September 14, 2016 84 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla improved driver tracking, order updates, and app stability. She worked quickly and fixed production issues without drama.

Marketing Attribution Analytics Suite

February 14, 2016 - April 16, 2016 94 Hours $40 / hr

Kayla delivered an analytics suite that gave us clearer campaign insights. The data models were well designed, and reports load fast.