Austen Hess

I am a product-minded full-stack developer and 2x founder specializing in taking applications from concept to market at lightning speed.

With a background in complex data and spatial logic (GIS from Virginia Tech), I transitioned into the startup space by launching my own web design agency, Hessbuilds.co.uk. Experiencing the friction of client onboarding firsthand, I recently built and launched Keze.io—an encrypted, edge-deployed credential-sharing SaaS for agencies, the best of its kind.

Because I’ve built both an agency and a SaaS, I don’t simply write code. I think in terms of usability, conversion rates, and business value. I partner with clients to bridge the gap between product vision and technical execution.

My core stack & expertise:

Frontend: React, Next.js, TailwindCSS (Focus on high-fidelity, high-conversion UI)

Backend & Edge: Supabase (PostgreSQL), Cloudflare Workers, Edge routing

Architecture: Zero-knowledge encryption, secure authentication flows, and scalable serverless environments

What I can do for you:

Build an MVP in weeks, not months: Rapid prototyping and deployment using modern edge architecture.

Modernizing and migration.

I thrive in async environments where speed-to-market and high-quality UI/UX are the primary metrics. Let’s build something fast, secure, and beautiful.