Experienced Back-end Web Developer with over 7 years of expertise in developing and optimizing web applications. Skilled in PHP, Laravel, MySQL, and REST API. Passionate about teamwork, continuous learning, and delivering high-quality solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior PHP Developer
SmartDigit
Lisbon
09.2022 - 03.2025
Worked as a Senior PHP Developer on modern web applications, focusing on performance, scalability, and feature development using Dockerized microservice environments.
Built and extended application modules using the Apiato framework, adhering to SOLID principles and clean architecture.
Implemented secure OAuth2-based authentication flows and integrated comprehensive API documentation using Swagger.
Optimized complex database queries and indexing strategies, resulting in significant performance improvements and reduced system load.
Integrated Meilisearch for fast, scalable search experiences across large datasets.
Utilized Laravel Telescope for debugging, monitoring, and improving application health in production.
Collaborated on third-party API integrations and led the delivery of new features from design to deployment in agile development cycles.
Senior PHP Developer
Innovative Business Product
Baku
03.2022 - 09.2022
Led the development of large-scale logistics and brokerage systems focused on maritime operations, including vessel tracking, port scheduling, and broker interactions.
Architected and implemented scalable backend services using Laravel, with Redis and Horizon for real-time queue management and monitoring.
Integrated complex third-party data sources and internal systems to enable seamless large-volume data processing and synchronization.
Introduced and managed enterprise-grade SSO authentication workflows, similar to Google SSO, to streamline user access across platforms.
Enhanced system performance through optimized caching strategies, query profiling, and efficient data handling practices.
Oversaw a cross-functional development team, conducted regular code reviews, and ensured adherence to best practices and project timelines.
Built and maintained CI/CD pipelines to support automated testing, deployment, and continuous integration across multiple environments.
Senior PHP Developer
Qwerty.Software
Zaporizhzhia
11.2021 - 03.2022
Worked as a Senior Developer on an outsourced eCommerce platform, focusing on performance, scalability, and codebase quality.
Redesigned and optimized database structures and query logic to significantly reduce load times and improve application responsiveness.
Introduced and enforced clean architecture principles, refactored legacy code, and improved overall maintainability across the project.
Led the implementation of advanced caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis, query caching) to boost system efficiency under high traffic.
Collaborated closely with product owners to deliver new features aligned with business goals, ensuring secure and robust functionality.
Strong Middle PHP Developer
Starex MMC
Baku
10.2020 - 11.2021
Developed a full-scale eCommerce platform from the ground up using Laravel and PostgreSQL, with a focus on modularity, performance, and clean architecture.
Implemented secure user authentication and authorization using Laravel Passport (OAuth2), ensuring robust access control across the system.
Built and maintained RESTful APIs to enable seamless data exchange between internal modules and third-party services.
Integrated Elasticsearch for advanced search capabilities and real-time indexing of large product catalogs.
Utilized Laravel Telescope for real-time debugging, monitoring, and performance insights during development and production.
Managed background tasks and queue systems efficiently using Laravel Horizon, improving reliability and visibility of asynchronous processes.
Collaborated on API integrations with external payment gateways and logistics providers, ensuring end-to-end automation and stability.
Contributed to performance tuning, query optimization, and deployment workflows to support production-grade scalability.
Middle PHP Developer
FromTo MMC
Bak
12.2019 - 10.2020
Designed and developed scalable ERP and eCommerce platforms using PHP (Laravel) and MySQL, tailored for handling dynamic client requirements and multi-tenant architectures.
Implemented secure authentication and authorization flows using Laravel Passport (OAuth2), ensuring data isolation and access control across tenants.
Led performance optimization efforts, including query tuning and caching strategies, resulting in improved system responsiveness and stability.
Actively participated in code reviews and architectural decisions, promoting clean, maintainable, and well-documented codebases.
Strong Junior PHP Developer
Hajma Group Of Companies
Bak
04.2018 - 12.2019
Developed and maintained dynamic news websites using PHP and Laravel, with a strong focus on system optimization and scalability.
Implemented efficient MySQL queries and database indexing strategies to enhance performance and reduce load times.
Collaborated on backend development tasks, integrating RESTful APIs and ensuring secure, maintainable code.
Actively contributed to code reviews and debugging processes, improving code quality and application reliability.
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