Lewis Saunders
Hi, I'm Lewis.
a full-stack engineer specialising in Next.js and React.
I help small businesses, startups, and product teams ship modern websites and front-end experiences with a focus on clean UI, performance, accessibility, and reliable delivery.
My background includes large-scale customer-facing products at ITV, Hastings Direct, and Health Data Research UK, where I've delivered production-ready features under tight deadlines using React, Next.js, TypeScript, and modern frontend tooling.
I'm now starting to take on selected freelance projects, contract front-end support, and ongoing retainer work for teams that need senior-level implementation without the overhead of a full-time hire.
Get in TouchWhat I can provide
Specialized services focusing on modern web development, speed, and scalable architecture.
Full-stack website creation
End-to-end development using Next.js, React, Tailwind CSS, and shadcn/ui for robust, beautiful, and maintainable applications.
Performance audit
Deep dive into load times, Core Web Vitals, and accessibility scores to optimize your existing front-end architecture.
MVP development
Rapid prototyping and scalable foundations using PostgreSQL and Next API routing to bring your ideas to market quickly.
CMS integration
Headless CMS setups (Sanity, Contentful, etc.) seamlessly hooked up to your front-end for effortless content management.
Ongoing Support / Retainers
Monthly dedicated design and development support for iterative improvements and product polish without hiring full-time.
Starting rates
These are ballpark starting points to make budgeting easier. Final quotes depend on scope, integrations, content readiness, and turnaround time.
Small jobs
£300–£800
For small scoped builds, landing pages, component updates, and targeted UI work.
Standard websites
£800–£1500
A common starting point for a small business, portfolio, or full-stack marketing website.
Contract work
£250–£350/day
For embedded full-stack support, delivery sprints, and feature work.
Post-launch support
Flexible support and maintenance options to keep your product fast, secure, and up-to-date after going live.
Ad-hoc Support
Pay-as-you-go
Best for: Small fixes, minor updates, and occasional feature requests.
Pricing:
£40–£60/hour or £150–£300 per small task (fixed price)
Examples:
- Fixing bugs
- Updating content
- Adding small features
- Performance tweaks
Turnaround:
Typically 1–3 business days
Ongoing Support
Retainer
Best for: Clients who want ongoing help, peace of mind, and regular updates.
Basic
£100/mo
Up to 2 hours • Small updates/fixes • Email support
Standard
£250/mo
Up to 5 hours • Priority response • Small improvements/features
Pro
£500/mo
Up to 10 hours • Priority turnaround • Ongoing improvements & feature work
Projects
A selection of professional product work and personal builds that reflect how I approach front-end engineering.
View ProjectsAbout
More about my background, experience, and the feedback I've received from people I've worked with.
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Have a project in mind?
Let's scope it properly
If you need a website, React or Next.js support, or ongoing front-end help, send over a brief, timeline, and rough budget and I'll come back with the best next step.
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