Michael Stokoe Infrastructure Architect. Software Engineer.
Senior Full-Stack Developer based in Newcastle, UK.
With over a decade of experience spanning enterprise system administration to senior full-stack development, I bring a unique perspective that bridges infrastructure security with modern web development.
I specialize in high-performance Laravel and Statamic builds, with a strong background in AWS infrastructure, DevSecOps, and security-first architecture. My experience includes building platforms utilized by AWS for official training content and maintaining SC Level National Security Clearance.
My Approach
"Performance and security are not afterthoughts—they are the foundation. Every project I build is engineered to be fast, secure, and scalable from day one."
THE JOURNEY
A chronological log of my evolution in the tech landscape.
Senior Full-Stack Developer
Revolution · Full-time · Remote
Focusing on high-performance Statamic/Laravel builds and infrastructure auditing. Key Win: Led the architecture of an AWS-based training platform now utilized by AWS for official content. Tech: Laravel, Statamic, Vue.js, AWS (WAF, EC2, S3), Agile Mentorship.
Web Developer
stokoe.dev · Freelance
Providing freelance web development services specializing in Cybersecurity, Performance Tuning, DevSecOps, Laravel, Serverless Computing, Test-Driven Development, System Architecture, and AWS.
Lead Web Developer
Marketing Position · Full-time
Orchestrated the technical roadmap for the agency's most complex web applications. Key Win: Championed the adoption of Alpine.js, reducing frontend dev cycles by 20% while improving site performance.
Web Developer
Consilience Media · Full-time · Whitley Bay
Full-stack development focusing on Cybersecurity, Performance Tuning, DevSecOps, Laravel, Vue.js, and AWS infrastructure.
Web Developer
CodePlayground.io · Newcastle Upon Tyne
Web development role focusing on Performance Tuning, DevSecOps, Laravel, and Vue.js.
Enterprise System Administrator
Beaumont Colson Ltd · Newcastle Upon Tyne
Managed full-stack infrastructure for a firm handling UK Government contract work. Security: Maintained SC Level National Security Clearance. Infrastructure: Responsible for server provisioning, network security, and database integrity across the entire hardware/software stack.
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Currently available for freelance projects and open to long-term partnerships.