Dmytro

DMYTRO PAREKHA
Senior PHP Backend Developer
Symfony | FinTech | REST APIs | DDD / CQRS | MySQL | Redis | Docker
Warsaw, Poland | [открыть контакты](см. выше в блоке «контактная информация») | [открыть контакты](см. выше в блоке «контактная информация») | LinkedIn
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Senior PHP Backend Developer with 8+ years of commercial experience building and maintaining web applications, FinTech
platforms, and production systems. Strong expertise in PHP, Symfony, Doctrine ORM, MySQL, Redis, REST APIs, and modular
architecture using DDD and CQRS principles. Experienced in legacy system migration, SQL optimization, unit testing, Docker-
based environments, and delivery of client-facing business functionality.
CORE SKILLS
Backend: PHP 8.x / 7.x, Symfony 4.4-7.x, Laravel, Doctrine ORM, REST APIs, DDD, CQRS, OOP, SOLID
Databases & Performance: MySQL, SQL optimization, Redis, data integrity, high-load operations
Testing & Delivery: PHPUnit, unit testing, Git, Composer, CI/CD, code review
Infrastructure: Docker, Nginx, Apache, Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, AlmaLinux), SSH
Frontend & CMS: JavaScript ES6+, Twig, Smarty, Sass, jQuery, Vue.js, WordPress, ACF, Yoast SEO
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Aventus Group
Full-Stack PHP Developer | 06/2023 - Present
• Develop and maintain production FinTech functionality using PHP, Symfony, Twig, Doctrine ORM, MySQL, Redis, and
JavaScript.
• Migrate business functionality from a legacy platform to a modular Symfony-based architecture, including Smarty-to-Twig
template migration and legacy code refactoring.
• Design and implement modules following DDD and CQRS principles to improve maintainability and separation of concerns.
• Build and maintain REST API endpoints for internal services and third-party integrations.
• Deliver client-facing functionality, including registration flows, document management, interactive calculators, and dynamic UI
components.
• Optimize SQL queries for high-load operations and resolve production issues while preserving data integrity.
• Cover critical business logic with unit tests and participate in code reviews and architectural discussions.
• Work with Docker, Nginx, Linux, Git, Composer, and CI/CD processes for local development and delivery.
Welltech | Contract engagement
Full-Stack PHP / WordPress Developer | 10/2022 - 03/2025
• Developed and maintained custom WordPress themes, plugins, and reusable components for corporate and product-focused
websites.
• Implemented frontend functionality using PHP, JavaScript, Sass, jQuery, and Webpack, with attention to responsive behavior
and usability.
• Configured ACF, Yoast SEO, RSS integrations, security measures, and performance optimizations.
• Managed hosting environments, deployments, plugin and theme updates, and production issue resolution.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE - CONTINUED
WebCrafters | Project-based engagement
Full-Stack PHP Developer | 05/2021 - 12/2023
• Built and maintained web applications using Laravel, WordPress, PrestaShop, and custom PHP solutions.
• Designed database structures, implemented backend features, and optimized SQL queries for performance and scalability.
• Developed background tasks for large datasets and integrated third-party services through APIs.
• Created responsive frontend interfaces using JavaScript, jQuery, Sass, and Webpack.
• Configured Docker-based development environments and managed Nginx, Apache, and Linux servers.
Nutiso IT Group
Full-Stack PHP Developer | 2019 - 2021
• Developed and supported WordPress projects for mobile equipment repair businesses.
• Improved SEO visibility and site performance using technical optimization, competitor analysis, Ahrefs, Google Search Console,
and Google Ads.
• Prepared and maintained Ubuntu server environments for WordPress websites.
Web Development Freelance / Independent Consultant | Selected projects
Full-Stack PHP Developer | 2016 - Present
• Deliver custom web solutions using PHP, Laravel, WordPress, Drupal, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Sass, and jQuery.
• Prepare technical documentation, design database structures, optimize queries, and troubleshoot production issues.
• Configure and maintain Linux servers with Nginx or Apache and support project deployments.
Note: Selected contract and project-based engagements were delivered alongside primary employment.

EDUCATION
State University of Telecommunications | Kyiv, Ukraine
Bachelor's degree in Web Applications and Telecommunications Networks | 2012 - 2015
Radio Equipment Engineering College | Dnipro, Ukraine
Design, Production and Maintenance of Radio Technical Devices | 2008 - 2012
LANGUAGES
Ukrainian: Native | Russian: Fluent | Polish: Professional working proficiency | English: Intermediate
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Location & work format: Warsaw, Poland | Open to remote and hybrid opportunities | B2B cooperation

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