Tauno Novek

Design and ship reliable software

Senior Software Engineer & Product Leader—UX, AI, and Full‑Stack Delivery. From discovery and requirements to UX prototypes, data models, and production rollouts, I turn ambiguous goals into clear specs and measurable outcomes. My focus is on accessible UX, secure architecture, strong performance, and pragmatic AI where it adds value.

Services

Full lifecycle support — from product definition and UX to full‑stack development, integration, and optimization.

• AI and Agent Integrations: Design and integrate AI/agent workflows (RAG, assistants) to automate tasks and improve decisions.
• Product Strategy: Define goals, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes. Prioritize features that drive impact.
• Requirements Analysis and Stakeholder Alignment: Clarify scope, constraints, and success metrics early to de‑risk delivery and reduce rework.
• UX Design and Optimization: User‑centered flows, prototyping, and accessibility guardrails to increase conversion and retention.
• Interactive Prototyping and Wireframing: Interactive prototypes and wireframes to validate concepts quickly with stakeholders and users.
• Technical Project Management: Plan, track, and ship using Agile/Scrum/Kanban. Align teams and timelines with clear specs.
• Full‑Stack Development: Ship secure, scalable applications across frontend, backend, and cloud—measured by outcomes.
• Digital Transformation Consulting: Modernize workflows, integrate systems, and automate processes for measurable efficiency gains.
• SEO and Performance Optimization: Improve Core Web Vitals, speed, and discoverability with data‑driven iteration.
• Performance Testing and Optimization: Load/stress tests, profiling, and tuning to ensure reliability and scale.
• Microservices Architecture Development: Design modular services and APIs for scale, observability, and team autonomy.
• Custom API Development: Design, secure, and document APIs (OpenAPI/GraphQL) for reliable integration.
• Custom Dashboard and Reporting Tools: Dashboards and data visualizations that clarify KPIs and drive decisions.
• E-commerce Platform Optimization: Increase conversion and retention across checkout, PDP, and search with UX and speed.
• Database Design and Management: Design schemas and queries for correctness, performance, and growth.

Understanding UX Design

UX is more than visuals—it’s how well the product works. Good UX connects business goals to user needs with clear flows, accessible interactions, and fast performance. Done right, it increases engagement, reduces support, and improves conversion.

I approach UX as a system: research → flows → prototypes → validation → delivery. That ensures we build the right thing—and build it right.

Step-by-Step Guide to Flawless Project Execution

How I run projects—from alignment to launch—so scope, quality, and timelines stay on track:

• Requirements Analysis: Align goals, scope, and constraints early to avoid costly revisions.
• Wireframes and Prototypes: Validate flows and UI quickly so everyone agrees before we build.
• Design Handover: Translate wireframes into a visual system and interaction patterns.
• Frontend Engineering: Build accessible, performant UI with modern frameworks.
• Backend Engineering: Implement APIs, data models, and security to power the product.
• Testing & Quality: Contract tests, CI, and performance checks to ship with confidence.

Why Choose a Specialized Consultant?

• Personalized Service: Direct collaboration—no handoffs or agency overhead.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Lean process so more of your budget builds product.
• Flexibility and Responsiveness: Adapt quickly as priorities change.

Comprehensive Service Offering

• Full Development Cycle: Concept → UX/UI → build → test → optimize.
• Expertise in Leading Technologies: React, .NET, Node.js, TypeScript, GraphQL, and more.
• Proven Track Record: E‑commerce, portals, data systems, and AI integrations.
• Agile and Beyond: Agile/Scrum/Kanban with clear roadmaps and delivery.
• Quality Assurance: Reviews, guardrails, and metrics to ensure standards are met.

Partnership and Collaboration

I believe in delivering the best possible outcomes for every project. If your project requires services beyond my expertise, such as design or frontend coding, I collaborate with a trusted network of experienced designers and developers. These professionals have a proven track record of excellence and a long history of successful partnerships with me, ensuring seamless integration and high-quality results for your project. Together, we bring your vision to life with precision and expertise.

If you’re an agency or a freelancer looking to collaborate on exciting projects, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s combine our skills and expertise to create exceptional solutions.

Contact Me to discuss partnership opportunities.

Expertise and Technologies

End‑to‑end proficiency across frontend, backend, architecture, UX, testing, and deployment.

AI/Agents (RAG, Assistants)UX DesignProduct ManagementPrototyping & WireframingUser FlowsInformation ArchitectureUser ResearchTechnical Project ManagementFrontend EngineeringBackend EngineeringSoftware ArchitectureAccessibility & UsabilitySEO & PerformanceReactReact NativeTypeScriptNext.jsNode.jsVueNuxtTailwindJavaScriptC#.NETGraphQLMS SQLPostgreSQLFirebaseSupabaseAWSAzureDockerGA4Stripe & Payments