Rik Wanders
Freelance Full Stack Developer
Python • Django • React • Node.js
Building scalable web applications for remote teams
About me

With over 18 years of full-stack web development experience, I specialize in building and scaling complex, high-traffic applications that deliver exceptional user experiences. My expertise spans the entire development lifecycle, from initial architecture decisions to production deployment and optimization.

I bring 5+ years of remote work experience and excel at collaborating with distributed teams across different time zones and cultures. This background has honed my communication skills and ability to work autonomously while maintaining strong team alignment.
I stay at the forefront of technology by integrating AI tools into my development workflow and consistently applying current industry best practices. Security is paramount in everything I build—I maintain up-to-date knowledge of security best practices to ensure applications are both performant and secure.
Whether architecting scalable backend systems, crafting intuitive frontend interfaces, optimizing application performance or processing large amounts of data, I combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of business needs to deliver solutions that drive real results.

Key skills:
- Python, Django, FastAPI, Numpy
- Javascript, Node.js, React, Svelte
- SQL & NoSQL Databases
- Linux, DevOps, CI/CD, Docker
Contact for:
- Application development
- System optimization
- Technical strategy consulting
- Short-term remote jobs
What Clients Say
“Rik modernized our client-facing interfaces and implemented optimizations that delivered substantial performance improvements. His work enabled us to process thousands of tickets rapidly during our busiest periods.”
Michaël de Groot - Founder of Chipta
“Rik demonstrated exceptional technical leadership by designing and developing our entire platform from the ground up, handling both backend and frontend development with impressive skill.”
Elmar Krack - Co-founder of Tender-it