QUANG TU NGUYEN • 
Software Engineer
AVAILABLE FOR WORK

Hi there, I'm Quang Tu Nguyen

SOFTWARE
ENGINEER

I build smooth UIs with React and robust backends with Spring.

Skills I Have

Apart from my main technical skills like React and Spring, here is my full tech stack.

#Language#Backend#Frontend#Database#Cloud#Tool
Java
Java
Python
Python
Javascript
Javascript
Typescript
Typescript
HTML5
HTML5
CSS
CSS
C#
C#
C
C

Featured Projects

Here are some of my top highlighted engineering projects. Explore full stack, native iOS, AI, and microservice architectures.

NextSpot

React NativeNestJSPostgreSQLSupabaseTypeScript

Co-founded and built NextSpot, a real-time mobile platform connecting university students (around UTS Sydney) with local restaurants to buy surplus end-of-day meals at discounted prices—reducing food waste and environmental pollution while providing budget-friendly dining options.

NextSpot

OpenAI TrustLens

Android SDKKotlinFastAPIOpenAI APIDockerTrueNAS

Co-developed an AI-powered floating scanner Android app and FastAPI backend for the OpenAI Hackathon. Captures social media feeds and screenshot text, performing real-time context-aware analysis to detect online scams, phishing, and fake news with clear safety badges.

OpenAI TrustLens

BeachPlease

ReactFastAPIMongoDBFramer MotionLeafletGemini APIOpen-Meteo API

Built an interactive Sydney beach recommendation canvas app that scored 100% (full marks). Features mood-based beach planning powered by Gemini, live weather/marine conditions via Open-Meteo, Leaflet map filters, and a secure admin CRUD panel.

BeachPlease
Hello, I am

Quang Tu Nguyen

Software Engineer

I’m currently pursuing my Master’s degree at UTS while continuing to grow as a software developer. My background is primarily in frontend engineering with React and modern UI ecosystems, but I can also work confidently across the backend using technologies like Spring and NestJS. I enjoy building clean, reliable, and scalable products end-to-end.

At my core, I’m a curious learner who constantly looks for ways to improve and reinvent myself. I love helping others solve their problems, and I’m passionate about creating real value for the community through technology and meaningful digital experiences.

Core Stack

React/Next.jsTypeScriptSpring BootJava

Experience and Education

  1. Co-Founder & Lead Engineer

    NextSpot
    Startup / Mobile AppJan 2026 — Jun 2026
    • Architected and shipped a real-time mobile MVP (React Native/NestJS) from scratch within 2 months, making all core system design and database structure decisions autonomously.
    • Designed and optimized relational database schemas in PostgreSQL, writing complex queries and managing high-concurrency data flows via Supabase.
    • Built high-quality, type-safe RESTful APIs, ensuring modularity, scalability, and robust input validation.
    React NativeNestJSPostgreSQLSupabaseTypeScriptRESTful APIsSystem Design

  2. Master of Information Technology

    University of Technology Sydney
    EducationAug 2025 — Present
    • Specializing in enterprise software architecture, cloud computing, and distributed systems.
    Software ArchitectureCloud ComputingDistributed Systems

  3. Apple Foundation Program Developer

    Apple & UTS Foundation Lab
    Program / Mobile App2025
    • Designed and developed 'Lumo' — an emotion exploration iOS app built with SwiftUI and Core Animation in 3 weeks.
    • Engaged in user research, rapid Figma prototyping, and Apple Human Interface Guidelines.
    SwiftUISwiftiOS NativeCore AnimationFigma

  4. Frontend Developer

    Globant
    Full-timeDec 2024 — Jul 2025
    • Built cross-platform UIs with React/React Native and refactored legacy code to modern Redux Toolkit patterns.
    • Ensured code quality in a global Agile team by integrating Jest tests into GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
    ReactJSReact NativeMUIFirebaseRedux ToolkitReact RouterJestCI/CD

  5. Software Engineer

    Tinasoft
    Full-timeAug 2023 — Aug 2024
    • Architected scalable microservices using Java Spring Boot, Kafka, and gRPC deployed on AWS (EC2/ECS).
    • Delivered full-stack features using Next.js and TypeScript while automating deployments via GitLab CI/CD.
    Java Spring BootgRPCPostgreSQLApache KafkaDockerAWSREST APIsNext.jsTypeScriptMUICI/CD

  6. Programming Instructor

    MindX Technology School
    Part-timeJan 2024 — Jan 2025
    • Instructed students in Web Development and algorithms, simplifying complex concepts to boost comprehension.
    • Mentored problem-solving skills through hands-on code reviews and practical sessions.
    ScratchGamemaker StudioWeb DevelopmentTeachingAlgorithms

  7. Bachelor of Software Engineering

    FPT University
    EducationJan 2021 — Dec 2024
    • Completed comprehensive coursework in algorithms, databases, and full-stack software development.
    JavaWeb DevelopmentDatabase SystemsAlgorithms
Get in Touch

Let's Work Together

Have a project in mind or just want to say hi? Feel free to send me a message.

Location

Sydney, Australia

Note:

I am currently available for freelance projects and internship opportunities. I usually respond within 24 hours.