Dragos S.

About Me

Creative Computing graduate with over three years of experience and knowledge in front-end and back-end development, PHP app development, and server maintenance. I am specialized in PHP/PHP Frameworks including Laravel and Codeigniter, capable of adapting to any existing PHP application, as well as architecting scalable PHP applications. As a client-focused developer, I work well in teams and am passionate about web development and multiple programming languages. I strive to deliver the best product I can create.

Frontend

Backend

Database

Other

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Senior Software Developer
2017 - Present (8 years)
Remote
  • Create and develop innovative software solutions for different clients across a broad range of industries.

  • Participate in scrums consisting of cross-functional teams, both software and hardware.

  • Ensure that features are being delivered efficiently and on-time.

Dexuu Digital
Dexuu Digital
Head of development
2016 - 2019 (3 years)
Brasov, Romania
  • Created a successful client relationship and delivered customized applications tailored to their needs.

  • In charge of Project management, code structure and standards or code documentation.

  • Put in place a structural organisation for the business regarding projects and relationships with clients.

The National Motorcycle Museum from Birmingham
Senior Consultant Marketing Automation
2016 - 2016
Remote
  • Created an online-offline raffle ticket content management system with the help of a raspberry PI.

  • Implemented creative means to digitize the ticket selling process, as well as managed platform assessment and re-development processes.

  • Led website recovery after files and database were compromised. Recovered large numbers of corrupted files and restored most of the links that were affected in the database.

Opinsta
Opinsta
Lead Web Developer
2013 - 2016 (3 years)
Remote
  • Architected a system that scaled to accommodate up to 1,000 users per minute while handling large traffic and data.

  • Managed the technical team, assigned tasks, and ensured every team member was ready for upcoming challenges.

  • Developed strong communication processes to assist with the management of the business.

Self Employed
Self Employed
Freelancer Developer
2012 - 2016 (4 years)
Remote
  • Served as a developer for a broad range of software and applications, being involved and participating in the overall application lifecycle

  • Focused on coding and debugging, collaborating with Front-end developers for the best user experience.

  • Built high-quality reusable code, troubleshoot and debug applications.

Showcase

Head of Development
Head of Development
  • ReviveUK is a platform for submitting car repair quotes.

  • It allows engineers to confirm/deny repairs and facilitate customer service.

  • The platform has been re-developed with bug fixes and API improvements for seamless CRM integration.

Head of Development
Head of Development
  • A Laravel 5.3-based online-offline raffle ticket content management system.

  • The system synchronizes with Mailchimp for data management and reporting.

  • Administrators can track stats, create raffles, and manage users.

Head of Development
Head of Development
  • AgentApps is a platform for estate agents to manage their product and advertise services.

  • It includes an API for mobile app connection and system features for contractor advertising.

  • The application was developed using Laravel 4.2.

Head of Development
Head of Development
  • VisibleTech is a software development company.

  • They developed a landing page showcasing their portfolio and services.

  • The company uses Laravel 5.2 as a technology.

Head of Development
Head of Development
  • Avve - Layaway Made Easy is a marketplace facilitating layaway payments and online shop creation.

  • The developer was responsible for application development, including client requirements understanding and project management.

  • The project integrated various APIs, including Stripe, TaxJar, Transloadit, and Google Maps Geocoding, to support payment processing and address validation.

Education

Education
Bachelor’s Degree, Creative Computing
Coventry University