Hi, I’m Marcelo Maia — a front-end developer focused on building fast, scalable, and content-driven web applications using React, Next.js, and TypeScript.
I build modern websites and digital platforms with a strong focus on performance, accessibility, SEO, and maintainable code, combining modern frontend technologies with solid foundations in web development.
Experienced with headless CMS solutions, APIs, and modern development workflows, including AI-assisted tools, while creating clean and reliable digital experiences.
Experience
Independent Web Developer
Developing content-driven web applications using Next.js and Payload CMS, with emphasis on structured content modeling, SEO, and scalable front-end architecture.
Delivered a multilingual platform for showcasing sport horses and equestrian stables, implementing custom CMS structures, static generation workflows, and performant, accessible interfaces tailored for international audiences.
Also contributing to freelance projects involving feature development and website maintenance.
March 2024 — PresentFront-end web developer | HouseCricket Digital & Direct
Built and maintained production websites for institutional clients, implementing responsive interfaces and CMS-driven features. Worked closely with designers and backend developers to deliver reliable, high-quality websites.
December 2019 - February 2024Front-end web developer | Self-Employed
Delivered front-end development for client projects, building responsive websites and integrating with CMS and backend systems.
November 2006 - December 2018Front-end web developer | PontoCom Digital
Contributed to the development of front-end interfaces for dynamic, CMS-driven websites.
July 2001 - November 2004Projects
Valemount Equestrian
High-performance, multilingual website system for showcasing sport horses and stables, built with a static-first architecture. Focused on semantic HTML, SEO, and fast loading times, with CMS-driven content and optimized delivery.
Tech stack: Next.js 15 · Payload CMS · TypeScript
LinkSpace
Link-bio platform with customizable profiles, user authentication, and media uploads.
Tech stack: Next.js 15 · TypeScript · Tailwind · Vercel
Horizon Content
Content platform built for fast, scalable marketing websites with structured content and media management.
Tech stack: Next.js 15 · Payload CMS · TypeScript · Tailwind · Vercel
Moovee
Movie browsing application with search, detailed pages, and personal favorites.
Tech stack: Next.js · TypeScript · Tailwind · TMDB API · Vercel
Client work (House Cricket Digital Direct )
Militec Brasil
Institutional website with structured content, blog, and responsive design.
Tech stack: WordPress · PHP · JavaScript · CSS
Shopping Mueller
Institutional website with custom content structure and accessibility considerations.
Tech stack: WordPress · PHP · JavaScript · CSS
Contact
I’m currently available for select web projects and collaborations.
Email: marcelomaias@gmail.com | LinkedIn