About Me

Crafting Digital Experiences

I'm Veigar Eli Gretarsson, a full-stack developer based in Reykjavik, Iceland. I specialize in building modern web applications that combine clean design with robust functionality.

5+
Years Experience
50+
Projects Completed
20+
Technologies
30+
Happy Clients

Technical Skills

Tools & Technologies

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JavaScript

Dynamic programming language for interactive web applications.

TypeScript

Typed superset of JavaScript for safer, more maintainable code.

React

Component-based library for building modern user interfaces.

Next.js

React framework with SSR, routing, and optimization built-in.

Python

Versatile language for backend, data processing, and automation.

Go

Fast, compiled language ideal for scalable backend services.

Node.js

JavaScript runtime for building fast, scalable server applications.

PostgreSQL

Powerful, open-source relational database system.

Tailwind CSS

Utility-first CSS framework for rapid UI development.

Docker

Containerization platform for consistent deployment environments.

Git

Version control system for tracking and collaborating on code.

AWS

Cloud platform for hosting, storage, and scalable infrastructure.

Redis

In-memory data store for caching and real-time applications.

Vercel

Deployment platform optimized for Next.js and modern frameworks.

Framer Motion

Animation library for creating smooth, production-ready interactions.

Linux

Open-source OS for servers, development, and production environments.

My Journey

Professional Experience

September 2025 - Present

Backend Developer

Trackwell

Responsible for Hafsýn web platform. Created and maintained API endpoints, managed databases, operations, and version control.

September 2023 - Present

Full-Stack Developer

Freelancer

Building scalable web applications and distributed systems for clients worldwide.

May 2025 - August 2025

Associate Software Engineer

JBT Marel

Designed and developed automated data processing workflows using Databricks, Azure DevOps, Spark, CI/CD, and Python.

January 2025 - May 2025

Software Specialist

Defend Iceland

Developed automated system with frontend, backend, and analytical methods for analyzing digital attack surfaces of companies and organizations.

January 2025 - May 2025

Data Specialist

Central Bank of Iceland

Designed and developed solutions using React, Python, SQL, and API systems to improve data accessibility.

August 2023 - May 2025

Teaching Assistant

Reykjavik University

Organized projects and taught tutorial sessions in data structures and linear algebra courses.

My Approach

I believe in writing clean, maintainable code and creating user experiences that are both beautiful and functional. Every project is an opportunity to learn, innovate, and deliver value that exceeds expectations.

References

Professional References

Available upon request for serious opportunities

AK

Anna Kristín Kristinsdóttir

Manager, Software Support

JBT-Marel

Contact via email
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Adam Rúnarsson Fjeldsted

Senior Software Engineer

JBT-Marel

Contact via email
TG

Theódór Gíslason

CEO & Founder

Defend Iceland

Contact via email
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Markús Kötterheinrich

CTO & Co-Founder

Defend Iceland

Contact via email