Vladimir

Vladimir Zaika
Full-Stack Web Developer PHP, WordPress, Laravel

Phone: [открыть контакты](см. выше в блоке «контактная информация») telegram: @Vladimirs_tg

E-MAIL: [открыть контакты](см. выше в блоке «контактная информация») Location: Kyiv (Remote)

ABOUT ME

WordPress Developer with 6+ years of experience in full-cycle website development, from custom theme

creation to production deployment. Skilled in building scalable WordPress solutions using ACF, Gutenberg

blocks, and modern front-end technologies. Experienced in performance optimization, SEO, API

integrations, and eCommerce development with WooCommerce.

In addition, I have hands-on experience with Laravel and am actively expanding my expertise in modern

PHP backend development. Passionate about continuous learning and exploring modern technologies,

including AI tools and Large Language Models.

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TE CHNICAL SKILLS

Languages:

PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, SQL

Frameworks & CMS:

WordPress, Laravel, React

Template Engines:

Blade

WordPress Development:

ACF, Gutenberg Blocks, WooCommerce, Elementor, SMTP, Custom Themes, Custom Plugins, WP REST API

Backend:

REST API, MySQL, API Integrations

Frontend:

Responsive Design, Mobile-First, Bootstrap, GSAP

DevOps & Tools:

Docker, Git, SSH, Webpack, Gulp, Vite, Jenkins

Website Security:

Spam protection, Bot prevention, reCAPTCHA v2/3, Honeypot, SQL injection etc.

Hosting:

WP Engine, DigitalOcean

Analytics & SEO:

Google Analytics, GTM, Mixpanel, Core Web Vitals, SEO Optimization

Project Management:

Jira, Asana

AI & Productivity:

ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, GitHub Copilot

Soft skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking, able to debug complex WordPress and PHP issues.

Effective team collaboration, experienced in Jira and Asana workflow management.

Strong attention to detail in front-end development, and cross-browser compatibility.

Proactive and self-motivated, continuously learning new technologies.

Good communication skills, able to explain technical solutions to non-technical team members.

Experience documenting technical processes and contributing to internal knowledge bases.

Projects

Selected commercial projects developed using WordPress, PHP, Laravel, ACF, Gutenberg, WooCommerce,
JavaScript, React and REST API.

Project links are available through the logos below.

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GitHub Code Samples

Laravel Projects: Blog Platform
Full-stack blog application built with Laravel.

Key features:

- CRUD for posts, users, categories.

- Authentication and user dashboard.

- REST API for data handling.

- Routing and basic service architecture.

Tech: Laravel, PHP, JavaScript, MySQL, REST API, Blade templates, Docker.

Wordpress Projects: WordPress Custom Content Platform (ACF + Gutenberg + Plugin)
Scalable WordPress system with custom content logic and API integration.

Key features:

- Custom Gutenberg blocks and ACF-based layouts.

- Advanced filtering system for dynamic content.

- Custom plugin: NASA Beautiful Images (API integration).

- Performance optimization and reusable components.

Tech: WordPress, ACF, Gutenberg, PHP, REST API, JavaScript.

PHP Projects: Pure PHP Multi-language Landing Page
Custom landing system without frameworks.

Key features:

- Dynamic form handling and validation.

- External API integration.

- Multi-language support.

- Reusable static components.

Tech: PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, REST API.
Experience
Global Cloud Team - Fullstack Wordpress Engineer | 2025-2026
Led the full lifecycle development of WordPress websites using ACF, custom Gutenberg blocks, and
Brizy when required by project needs.

Improved website performance and SEO, focusing on PageSpeed optimization and Core Web Vitals.

Developed responsive email templates and dynamic PDF templates with automated generation.

Built lightweight PHP-based websites and custom backend functionality when needed.

Worked with automation and CI/CD tools including Jenkins and internal automation systems.

Integrated websites with third-party and internal APIs.

Configured SMTP services and email delivery systems.

Implemented analytics and tracking tools including Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and
Mixpanel.

Developed custom interactive features such as pricing calculators, quizzes, and other dynamic
components.
Key achievements:

Introduced a standardized approach for creating Jira tickets, improving communication and task clarity
across the team.

Contributed to the internal knowledge base by documenting technical solutions, including email
template development and internal API usage.

Developed a master WordPress theme that enabled the team to transition from the Brizy page builder
to a scalable ACF + Gutenberg block-based development approach, improving code quality, flexibility,
and long-term project maintainability.
Stellar Soft - Fullstack Wordpress Engineer | 2022-2025
Developed WordPress websites through the full development lifecycle using ACF and custom
Gutenberg blocks.

Worked with multiple hosting platforms including AWS, WP Engine, and DigitalOcean for deployment
and project maintenance.

Improved website performance and SEO, focusing on PageSpeed optimization and Core Web Vitals.

Built and customized websites using Elementor when required by project needs.

Developed and maintained eCommerce websites using WooCommerce.

Gained hands-on experience with server environments, including understanding the differences
between Apache and Nginx.

Managed domain configurations and DNS records for website deployment and maintenance.

Implemented measures to prevent spam and mitigate potential DDoS attacks.
Key achievements:

Experience with e-commerce projects.

Experience with Nginx and Apache servers.

Experience with DNS and Cloudflare.

In-depth knowledge of full-stack development and experience with React.
gency - Fullstack Wordpress Engineer | 2021-2022
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Managed the full lifecycle of WordPress website development, from custom theme creation to
production deployment. Implemented advanced front-end animations using GSAP and MagicScroll.

Applied on-page SEO best practices to improve website visibility and search performance.

Optimized website performance, achieving high scores in Google PageSpeed Insights.

Expanded CMS experience by working with platforms such as ModX.
Key achievements:

Experience in building complete WordPress websites.

Experience developing websites with complex animations using the GSAP and MagicScroll libraries.

Experience solving complex problems.d experience with React.
Sicom company - Fullstack Wordpress Engineer | 2020-2021
Developed and customi zed WordPress themes with a primary focus on front-end implementation.

Maintained and supported existing website projects.

Prepared websites for production releases by completing pre-launch checklists.

Improved proficiency in JavaScript, PHP, HTML, and CSS.

Worked with modern development tools such as Webpack and Gulp.

Set up and managed local development environments using Docker.

Gained a solid understanding of WordPress architecture, customization, and the full website
development lifecycle.
Key achievements:

First job. Refining acquired skills and enhancing professional competence.

Education
Donetsk University of Economics and Trade. Mikhail Tugan-Baranovsky | 2011-2014
Commodity science and expertise in customs,

Bachelor
ITSTEP Academy | 2019-2020
Frontend & Backend Web Development Program

Studied frontend and backend web development fundamentals, including PHP, JavaScript, HTML/CSS,
MySQL, and web application architecture.
Continuous Learning | 2020-Present
Actively expanding my technical expertise through continuous self-education.

Deepened my knowledge of JavaScript and explored modern front-end frameworks such as React.

Currently studying Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI-assisted development workflows.

Actively expanding backend development expertise with Laravel and modern PHP application
architecture.

Foreign Language
English: B1 (Intermediate)
Comfortable with technical documentation and team communication

hobbies

GYM cooking gaming