Makis V.

Makis V.

Athens, Greece
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About Me

I am a Senior Software Developer with 8+ years of expertise and a strong focus on the iteration of backend web technologies. I have proficiency in PHP for Object-Oriented Programming; using the best test-driven and behavior-driven development standards on solutions for clients. I strive to deliver and implement high-quality, scalable and easily adaptable software solutions by writing readable and maintainable codes for projects.

Frontend

HTML JavaScript React.js React Native

Backend

PHP PHP Unit Laravel Framework

Database

MySQL MongoDB

DevOps

Docker AWS

Workflow

Git

Other

Zend Framework Behat Symfony Framework CodeIgniter Framework Firebase Ruby

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Senior Software Developer
2019 - Present (6 years)
Remote

  • Creating and developing innovative software solutions for clients across a broad range of industries.

PHPPHP UnitBehatZend FrameworkSymfony FrameworkLumenLaravel FrameworkCodeIgniter FrameworkDockerRubyRuby on RailsMySQLMongoDBGitHTMLJavaScriptReact.js
Tripsta
Tripsta
Software Engineer
2018 - 2018
Athens, Greece

  • Worked on the implementation of a new booking platform for ferries targeting the international markets.

  • Participated in architectural discussions with other members of the development team.

  • Defined and implemented best practices on the solution increase performance and scalability.

PHPZend FrameworkMySQLDockerPHP Unit
Self-employed
Self-employed
Software Engineer
2018 - Present (7 years)
Athens, Greece

  • Provide expertise and technical guidance to an independent team working on the implementation of an online marketing app for mobile devices.

  • Offer expertise for code reviews and team members to ensure that product and design specifications for the marketing app are properly met.

  • Lead and provide end-user support including setup, installation, and maintenance for applications released.

PHP UnitMySQLLumenDockerFirebaseReact.jsReact Native
World First
World First
Software Engineer
2016 - 2017 (1 year)
London, United Kingdom

  • Implemented new features and maintained World First's CMS and registration apps and other relevant internal APIs.

  • Optimized the application process for customers accessing the website in China; reducing page load times from 60 seconds between to 6-7 seconds.

  • Improved engineering standards, best practices, and processes within the company.

Zend FrameworkSymfony FrameworkMySQL
Real Strategic Inc
Real Strategic Inc
Software Engineer
2014 - 2016 (2 years)
Florida, United States (Remote)

  • Executed refactoring tasks on the monolithic application that extracts large data for the functionality related to scraping.

  • Created a separate microservice to expose a simple API solution for internal use.

  • Worked on the implementation of new features and maintenance of existing projects.

PHPMySQLCodeIgniter FrameworkPHP Unit
Tripsta
Tripsta
Software Engineer
2012 - 2014 (2 years)
Athens, Greece

  • Managed the maintenance of existing features, developed new features and applications.

  • Engineered a separate anti-fraud internal API that was integrated into the booking and payment processes of Tripsta's mobile application.

  • Offered technical expertise on the ferries and flights modules of the website.

PHPZend FrameworkPHP UnitBehatMySQLMongoDBGit
Cosmodata
Cosmodata
Software Engineer
2010 - 2011 (1 year)
Athens, Greece

  • Built web solutions, products and services for Cosmodata.

  • Successfully implemented new features and maintained the ecommerce platform of Cosmodata built with PHP and a MySQL database.

  • Efficiently oversaw data migration tasks between different sources; external provider databases, product search engines, and the company's ERP.

PHPMySQL

Showcase

Software Engineer - Stampa
Software Engineer - Stampa

  • Stampa is a mobile app for creating a paper-free loyalty system.

  • It allows business owners to publish free products via QR codes.

  • The project utilizes Expo, React Native, and Docker for mobile and web applications, with Firebase for authentication.

Software Developer - Travel Planet Ferry Booking Engine
Software Developer - Travel Planet Ferry Booking Engine

  • Travelplanet24.com is an online travel agency specializing in flights and ferry tickets globally.

  • The platform offers 24/7 booking services and integrates travel insurance purchase during the booking process.

  • The system was refactored to combine multiple booking engines into a single product, and implemented specific rules for ferry bookings.

Education

Education
MSc in Informatics
The University of Edinburgh
2007 - 2008 (1 year)
Education
BSc in Informatics
The University of Piraeus
2000 - 2005 (5 years)