Yevhenii

YEVHENII Ponomarenko
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PHP Developer
PHP Developer with 5+ years of experience in building scalable web applications and RESTful APIs using
PHP 7.4/8.0 and Symfony 5.4. Proficient in database design and optimization with MySQL 8, including
indexing and query performance tuning. Experienced with asynchronous task processing using RabbitMQ,
including queue configuration and message handling. Skilled in caching techniques with Redis for session
storage and performance improvements. Adept with front-end technologies such as Stimulus Framework,
Webpack, and jQuery. Strong Git (GitLab) workflow knowledge, including branching, merging, and code
review processes. Looking to leverage deep expertise in backend architecture and modern PHP stack to
deliver robust, high-performance solutions

WORK EXPERIENCE

PHP Developer
Unifun – Telecommunications Services & Software Solutions 07/2025-02/2026

Participated in the development of new telecom-oriented projects, delivering features according to
company standards and timelines.

Maintained and enhanced existing codebases by extending functionality, optimizing performance,
and refactoring legacy code.

Ensured high-quality code through strict attention to detail, comprehensive testing, and following
software development lifecycle best practices.

Applied both object-oriented and procedural PHP to solve a variety of business problems.
Designed and optimized SQL databases: created tables, keys, indexes, relationships, and
improved query performance.

Actively worked with Linux console, Git, and web servers (Nginx) for deployment and environment
configuration.

Demonstrated analytical thinking and independent research skills to solve non-trivial tasks and
explore new technologies efficiently.

PHP Developer 02/2024 – 06/2025
Efumo LLC – IT Consulting & Audit Services
Collaborated closely with product managers via Jira: assessed, implemented, and delivered features to QA.

Developed and maintained backend services using PHP 7.4 / 8.0 and Symfony framework.
Worked extensively with Redis for caching, session management, and message queuing.
Implemented RabbitMQ for asynchronous task processing and inter-service communication.
Used Git for version control, including branching strategies, merge requests, code review, and release
management.
Managed containerized environments using Docker, including service orchestration.
Performed server-side command execution for debugging and process monitoring.
Handled MySQL database design, optimized complex queries, applied indexing strategies, and used
transactions.

Web Developer 03/2022 – 02/2024
Elart – Auto Parts E-commerce Store

Developed and maintained e-commerce web applications based on business requirements and
UI/UX designs.
Implemented new features and optimized existing ones for performance, scalability, and reliability.
Debugged and resolved software bugs; improved response time and application stability.
Documented tasks and progress using YouTrack for better project tracking.
Actively participated in version control and code review workflows using Git and GitLab.
Tech stack:
Backend: PHP 8.0, Symfony 5.4, Sylius, Pimcore; RabbitMQ for asynchronous task processing.
Database: MySQL 8 – schema design, indexing, and query optimization.
Frontend: Stimulus Framework, Webpack, jQuery.
DevOps: Dockerized services (e.g., Elasticsearch, RabbitMQ); GitLab CI; environment
management.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Advanced PHP 7.4 / 8.0 Docker-based Environment Management
Development (OOP, SOLID, clean code)
GitLab Workflow: branching, code reviews,
Symfony 5.x, Sylius, Pimcore Frameworks CI
RESTful API Design and Integration Agile Development: working via Jira, task
estimation, testing cycles
Asynchronous Processing with RabbitMQ
Linux Console Usage for deployment,
Redis for Caching, Session Storage, and debugging, process control
Queues
Clean Architecture Principles and design
MySQL 8 Database Design and Query patterns (Singleton, Factory)
Optimization
Analytical Thinking and Attention to Detail
Frontend Integration: Stimulus, jQuery,
Webpack Self-learning and Technical Research

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Learning and Development
- Studying Go language via official Go.dev tutorials and real-world exercises
- Self-paced deep dive into Design Patterns and Software Architecture
- Regular participation in technical discussions, forums, and code reviews

EDUCATION
Kharkiv University
Degree: Specialist in Automated Control Systems (ACS)
Graduation Year: 2006