Takeshi Amano

Professional Summary

Results-driven Technical Lead and Project Manager with over 15 years of experience in full-stack development, QA automation, and global team leadership. Proven expertise in building scalable web applications, managing international development teams, and driving business growth through innovative technology solutions. Strong background in entrepreneurship, having founded and led multiple successful IT companies with expertise in eCommerce platforms, payment systems, and blockchain applications.

Core Competencies

Full-Stack Web Development
QA Automation & Testing
Project Management & Team Leadership
Technical Sales for Global Companies
Startup Strategy & Business Development
Global Team Coordination
eCommerce & Payment Platforms
PHP, TypeScript, React, Next.js, Vue.js

MySQL, PostgreSQL, GraphQL, Firebase
Docker, Git, RESTful APIs
Playwright, Cypress Testing
Blockchain Applications
Cloud Integration & DevOps
AI driven app development
MCP Applications

Professional Experience

Quantum Mesh

Tokyo, Japan

Web Architect

January 2024 - Present

Core member of an innovative startup focusing on data center solutions and blockchain applications. Lead strategic planning and architectural decision-making for distributed server applications across multiple data centers.

Spearheaded development of blockchain-based traceability applications for supply chain transparency
Managed hiring and coordination of development teams from Eastern Europe and Pakistan
Improved development efficiency and incorporated multicultural perspectives into technical solutions

Desna

Tbilisi, Georgia

CEO & Founder

August 2021 - Present

Founded IT solutions company facilitating projects with development partners across Eastern Europe. Drive strategic planning and development for major projects while leading cross-functional teams.

Established vital business relationships in Japan and the Netherlands
Led application development projects and technology stack selection
Created UI mockups and collaborated directly with clients on design solutions

Ikedayama, LLC

Tokyo, Japan

CEO & Lead Developer

October 2017 - August 2022

Founded and grew IT company with global reach, overseeing business vision, strategic planning, and continuous process improvements. Led architectural decisions and established workflows using modern development tools.

Discovered and partnered with vendors in Ukraine and Belarus, reducing costs by 30% while improving quality
Successfully managed multiple web application projects as hands-on strategist and developer
Led sales and marketing efforts, including presentations and relationship building at networking events

Nijuyon

Singapore

Chief Executive Officer

August 2012 - Present

Developed and monetized eBay listing management tool focused on Japanese export merchants. Lead all aspects of product development, strategic planning, and offshore team management.

Generated average monthly sales of $400K on eBay through strategic business development
Built subscription-based service with over 200 active users
Recruited and led offshore development teams across India, Ukraine, and Poland

PayPal Japan

Tokyo, Japan

Integration Manager

October 2009 - August 2012

Directed integration support for major Japanese partners including Uniqlo, Biglobe, and SoftBank Payment Service. Oversaw technical implementation and served as key liaison between US and India engineering teams.

Successfully managed multiple international eCommerce and payment integration projects
Implemented bug tracking systems and delivered technical presentations at developer events
Supported launch of X.com Japan site and improved processes with international teams

Additional Experience

Technical Lead - Gengo (formerly myGengo) | 2008-2009
Analyst/R&D Project Leader - Dentsu Avenue A Razorfish | 2007-2008
VP & Technical Lead - Ultra Super New Inc. | 2007
Web Analyst - IMG SRC | 2004-2007
Java Developer - Vanten Inc. | 2003
C++ Developer - Zurich Technology Services | 2002-2003

Education & Credentials

Bachelor of Computer Science, Major in Economics

Concordia University, Montreal, Canada

Graduated 2001

Professional Development: TOEIC 970
Languages: Japanese (Native), English (Fluent)

Technical Publications (in Japanese)

SlackスラッシュコマンドからMCP呼べるようにしたら未来だった
Calling MCP from a Slack slash command felt like the future.

ChatGPTとMCPを分かりやすく比較してみた
I compared ChatGPT and MCP in an easy-to-understand way.

BDD（振る舞い駆動開発）とは？AI時代における仕様管理への解決策
What is BDD (Behavior-Driven Development)? A solution for specification management in the age of AI.