SaaS
SnippetForm
A SaaS platform for building and managing embeddable form snippets. Fast, lightweight, and developer-friendly.
Riccardo
Mancinelli
Freelance Software Engineer & Consultant
I design, build, and scale high-quality software platforms. Fullstack developer with 15+ years of experience, specializing in JavaScript/TypeScript, SaaS development, and startup consulting.
About Me
Fullstack developer, CTO, and startup consultant based in Italy.
I have extensive experience in software development, with a background spanning consulting, development, training, and software architecture design. My core strength is as a Fullstack Developer, proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks and DevOps practices.
In recent years, I've supported startups in my role as CTO, helping them successfully launch and grow their businesses. I've designed and shipped multiple SaaS applications, backends, and mobile apps.
I work fully remotely and thrive in asynchronous, distributed teams.
I'm currently exploring AI integration in real-world products, building automation workflows with n8n and developing AI-powered features with AI-SDK.
I hold a Degree in Electronic Engineering from UNIVPM (Ancona, Italy) and I'm a registered freelance consultant (P.IVA) ready to help you build robust, user-friendly software aligned with your business goals.
tech_stack
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- Vue.js
- React
- Svelte
- Angular
- Node.js
- NestJS
- Scala
- Python
- Django
- PostgreSQL
- MongoDB
- Docker
- Git / CI-CD
- Agile / Scrum
- Cypress
- Playwright
- AI-SDK
- n8n
Side Projects
Things I build, write, and talk about outside of client work.
SaaS
Transcribe
Speech-to-text transcription service for podcasts and audio files, powered by modern S2T technologies.
Open Source
GitGift
A platform to discover and support open source projects. Making open source contributions more visible and rewarding.
Podcast
Strategia IT
An Italian podcast exploring the IT ecosystem — conversations on strategy, technology, and the business of software.
Newsletter
Refacturing Substack
Insights and reflections on software engineering, freelancing, SaaS building, and the startup ecosystem.
YouTube
Riccardo Mancinelli
Video content on software engineering, tech talks, and behind-the-scenes of building SaaS products and side projects.
Experience
15+ years building software across consulting, startups, and enterprise.
Freelance Software Engineer
Freelance · Remote
- Developed Vue.js application with TypeScript for over 10,000 active users
- Implemented GraphQL APIs using Node.js and MongoDB for efficient data retrieval
- Implemented 400+ test cases with Cypress e2e tests as QA Engineer
CEO/CTO & Software Developer
REFACTURING LTD · London
- Designed and developed SaaS applications for startups, delivering scalable solutions
- Built BaaS (Backend as a Service) using Scala on AWS
- Developed mobile apps and single-page web applications with JavaScript/TypeScript
- Oversaw technical strategy and mentored team members
Java/Scala Senior Developer
Milan
- Developed enterprise applications using Java and Scala frameworks
- Optimized and maintained existing systems for performance and reliability
Senior Java Developer & Architect
Milan
- Developed Java-based applications for enterprise clients
- Performed maintenance and optimization for high availability
Software Architect & Sysadmin
Ancona
- Led design and development of Java-based applications and system architecture
- Managed server administration and deployment processes
Education
Academic background.
Degree in Electronic Engineering
UNIVPM
Ancona, Italy ·
Diploma in Electronics & Telecommunications
ITIS Vito Volterra
Ancona, Italy ·