About Me
I’m Tim Ross — a frontend developer with 18+ years of commercial experience spanning agency, broadcast, and independent consultancy.
Proven track record delivering performant, responsive interfaces using React, Next.js, and modern JavaScript tooling for clients including the BBC and Red Bull. Experienced in leading technical direction, introducing development workflows, and translating client briefs into innovative digital solutions — from design interpretation through CI/CD deployment.
Career Timeline
Aug 2016 – present
Freelance Web Developer
Tim Ross Web Development · Austria / Exeter, UK
Independent consultancy delivering frontend solutions for international clients across tourism, e-commerce, education, and not-for-profit sectors. Responsible for the full project lifecycle: client consultation, technical scoping, design interpretation, development, testing, and deployment. Key clients include MX Zermatt, Tubolito, ShiftBikes, and Actief Jobmade.
Apr 2014 – Jul 2016
Lead Web Developer
Zooom Productions GmbH · Salzburg, Austria
Led frontend development for local and international clients including Red Bull. Built the Red Bull X-Alps website featuring live GPS tracking with interactive maps, and a JavaScript photo gallery for the Red Bull Illume photography competition. Introduced Git version control and CI workflows across all agency projects. Implemented projects using TYPO3 CMS.
Jan 2013 – Feb 2014
Web Developer
BBC Global News Ltd · London, UK
Developed international versions of BBC News, Sport, and the BBC.com homepage using the BBC's Simorgh platform (React stack). Rebuilt the international homepage architecture to be more robust and responsive. Integrated video player functionality enabling new mobile video revenue streams. Worked in a team of ~10 developers with CI pipelines (Travis/Jenkins).
Oct 2011 – Dec 2012
Web Developer
BBC Worldwide · London, UK
Developed and maintained international websites including bbc.com/future, bbc.com/travel, and bbc.com/autos using PHP and JavaScript. Improved the existing ad serving solution and integrated new third-party advertising platforms.
Sep 2006 – Oct 2010
Technical Manager
Sponge Digital Agency · London, UK
Served as Technical Manager and Senior Software Developer for a mobile marketing agency, leading all technical decisions. Built the SMS marketing platform that powered Sponge's core service offering. Developed mobile-optimised websites and managed third-party supplier relationships.
1997 – 2000
BSc Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
University of Sussex · Brighton, UK