Andrew Mason
Senior Frontend Developer
With over 15 years of experience as a senior front-end developer, I specialise in creating accessible web interfaces using the latest technologies, including TypeScript and best design practices. My career highlights include leading award-winning projects at The Guardian, developing Figma plugins at The Telegraph, and building game UI at Microsoft Studios . I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and am passionate about pushing the boundaries of web development.
Skills and knowledge
Programming
- TypeScript
- JavaScript
- HTML, CSS
- HTTP APIs
Software
- React, Preact
- Webpack, Esbuild
- Unit Tests, Jasmine
- Git, Perforce
UI development
- Responsive design
- Accessibility, WAI
- Browser Testing
- Mobile optimization
Cloud & OS
- AWS, Azure, GCP
- Serverless functions
- CDNs, REST APIs
- Linux, Mac, Windows
Work
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Milton Figma HTML Export Plugin
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Storytelling with Scroll-Triggered Techniques
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The Telegraph's podcast embed prototype
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Rare - Sea of Thieve UI engineering
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6x9 - The Guardian's Virtual Reality WebGL website
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6x9 - The Guardian's first Virtual Reality experience
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Dynamic video wall showcase
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Lottie animation integration tool
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3D Tour de France Visualization
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Glitchor - Image Glitching Using JavaScript
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Beat the Hustler - 360 VR Street Con
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Room 47 – A Unique IoT and Surveillance Experiment
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Enhancing The Telegraph with Variable Fonts
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Real-Time Scottish Referendum worldDashboard
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Underworld VR - Subterranean London
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Redesigning BBC Homepage - UI Engineering Insights
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Offline Travel PWA Prototype
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The Telegraph's Matt comic email tool