Mustafa Mustafayev
Baku
Summary
Backend Developer with 8+ years of experience building high-performance, scalable, and business-driven web applications. Strong expertise in backend architecture, databases, and modern development practices, with a focus on clean, maintainable, and reliable code.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Push30
Software Engineer
Bakue
11.2023 - Current
- Migrated a legacy monolithic system to a microservices architecture using Laravel.
- Designed and implemented scalable RESTful APIs to support modular service communication.
- Worked extensively with PostgreSQL to ensure data integrity, performance optimization, and scalability.
- Utilized Kibana and Kubernetes for monitoring, logging, and orchestrating containerized services.
- Collaborated with the frontend team using Vue.js to build seamless, responsive user interfaces integrated with backend services.
- Contributed to system architecture improvements, ensuring high availability and maintainability of deployed services.
- Integrated and managed AWS S3 services for file storage, retrieval, and data management operations.
Smartbee
Backend Developer
Baku
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Engineered and maintained backend features using a custom PHP framework tailored to specific project needs.
- Used MySQL extensively for database design, query optimization, and managing data across various modules.
- Leveraged Laravel selectively for integrations and to simplify certain platform components.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure backend logic matched frontend workflows and business objectives.
- Participated in code reviews and debugging to enhance code quality and system reliability.
Trainer PHP Developer
Div Academy
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Designed and delivered practical training programs to impart knowledge and improve individual skill sets.
- Graded projects, exams, and assignments are used to track student progression.
Backend Developer
Accounts Company
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Evaluated and implemented new technologies to maximize development efficiency.
- Performed structured design reviews, programmed systems, wrote unit tests, and reviewed system test results.
- Selected the appropriate AWS service based on compute, data, or security requirements.
Backend Developer
HAJMA GROUP OF COMPANIES
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Coordinated affiliate, referral, and social media programs to spur growth and attract new users to the brand.
- Building Multi Vendor eCommerce with Laravel 7
- Supported staff activities to assist with web page launches.
Backend Developer
MOBEX
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Led all aspects of internal analytics, including database management, report generation, and system integration.
- Designed data models and database structures to support project planning.
- Wrote scripts to interact with back-end servers and deliver real-time updates.
- Improved existing software by boosting performance and adding new features.
- Worked closely with the team to ensure projects stayed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Backend Developer
MAMMADOFF AGENCY
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Created and launched new offerings to optimize customer satisfaction.
- Built and deployed web-based PHP applications for deployment on premium service platforms.
Backend Developer
IT SOLUTIONS
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Implemented and managed production, test, and beta websites using various software programs.
- Implement software and security updates.
- Initiated and architected an ERP system using Laravel 5.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Architecture And Construct University
Baku06.2020
Skills
- Languages and frameworks: PHP, Laravel, CodeIgniter 3, JavaScript, Vuejs, C, used in small performance-critical modules, and Go, utilized in microservices, or specific backend components
- Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, AJAX, jQuery, Bootstrap, Vuejs
- Backend: RESTful API design, REST/SOAP services, microservices architecture, event-driven systems, authentication and authorization (JWT/OAuth2), caching strategies (Redis), background jobs and queues, service-oriented architecture (SOA), integration with third-party services, clean architecture, and design patterns (Repository, Service Layer, DTO, DDD elements)
- Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis (caching, storage, pub/sub)
- Tools and platforms: Docker, Git, GitHub, CI/CD, AWS (S3, EC2), Composer
- Testing: TDD, unit testing
- Other: database optimization, MVC, OOP, design patterns, data structures, and algorithms
Additional Information
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Project Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Ownership & Accountability
- Creativity & Innovation
Additional Activities
Creating educational YouTube videos on programming concepts and technologies
- Link : https://www.youtube.com/@mustafayevmustafaa
Conference organizer and community builder — PHPKonf Baku 2025
- Event organizer- Organized and managed a large-scale software engineering conference involving speakers, sponsors, and over 250 participants
Contact
- GitHub: https://github.com/mustafayevmustafa99
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-mustafayev
- Telegram: @mustafayev_mustafa
Languages
- Turkish
- English
Timeline
Push30
Software Engineer
11.2023 - Current
Smartbee
Backend Developer
08.2023 - 10.2023
Trainer PHP Developer
Div Academy
09.2022 - 09.2023
Backend Developer
HAJMA GROUP OF COMPANIES
07.2022 - 11.2022
Backend Developer
Accounts Company
04.2022 - 08.2023
Backend Developer
MOBEX
11.2021 - 03.2022
Backend Developer
MAMMADOFF AGENCY
04.2019 - 09.2019
Backend Developer
IT SOLUTIONS
09.2018 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Architecture And Construct University