08/19/2026 updated


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Backend Engineer | PHP Symfony & Laravel Specialist | TALL Stack Developer
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Only remote
Self-taught developerAbout me
Ambitious software developer looking for more work. Quick learner and very available person
PHPLAMP StackLaravelMySQLPHP DevelopmentSymfonySystems IntegrationOpenapiTest-Driven Development (TDD)TailwindPHP FrameworksPHPUnitBackendGitEvent Driven Architecture
PHP Backend Development (Symfony & Laravel)
Expertise in PHP-based backend development using Symfony and Laravel frameworks. Development of scalable, maintainable web applications and internal tools, including RESTful API design and integration into core systems.
API Development & System Integration
Design and implementation of new APIs integrated into existing systems. Support of customer API integrations, resolving technical issues and providing best practice guidance for seamless implementation.
TALL Stack Development
Proficiency in the TALL stack (Tailwind CSS, Alpine.js, Laravel, Livewire). Development of multiple web application projects including real-time functionality via WebSockets and feature implementation with third-party service integration.
Database Management (MySQL & Doctrine)
Experience with MySQL and Doctrine ORM for database management within backend projects, ensuring data integrity and efficient query handling.
Real-time Applications
Integration of WebSockets to enable real-time features in applications, enhancing communication and responsiveness in user interactions.
Version Control
Use of version control systems to manage codebases, collaborate on projects, and maintain code quality across development teams.
Frontend Development
Knowledge of frontend development technologies including Tailwind CSS, Alpine.js, and Livewire as part of the TALL stack.
Testing & Quality Assurance
Participation in quality assurance and feature testing, ensuring robustness and reliability of code across projects.
Legacy System Management
Maintenance and optimization of legacy projects, including managing API documentation to ensure accuracy and accessibility for developers.
Code Reviews & Mentorship
Conducting thorough code reviews, identifying areas of improvement, and supporting team members through mentorship and guidance.
Expertise in PHP-based backend development using Symfony and Laravel frameworks. Development of scalable, maintainable web applications and internal tools, including RESTful API design and integration into core systems.
API Development & System Integration
Design and implementation of new APIs integrated into existing systems. Support of customer API integrations, resolving technical issues and providing best practice guidance for seamless implementation.
TALL Stack Development
Proficiency in the TALL stack (Tailwind CSS, Alpine.js, Laravel, Livewire). Development of multiple web application projects including real-time functionality via WebSockets and feature implementation with third-party service integration.
Database Management (MySQL & Doctrine)
Experience with MySQL and Doctrine ORM for database management within backend projects, ensuring data integrity and efficient query handling.
Real-time Applications
Integration of WebSockets to enable real-time features in applications, enhancing communication and responsiveness in user interactions.
Version Control
Use of version control systems to manage codebases, collaborate on projects, and maintain code quality across development teams.
Frontend Development
Knowledge of frontend development technologies including Tailwind CSS, Alpine.js, and Livewire as part of the TALL stack.
Testing & Quality Assurance
Participation in quality assurance and feature testing, ensuring robustness and reliability of code across projects.
Legacy System Management
Maintenance and optimization of legacy projects, including managing API documentation to ensure accuracy and accessibility for developers.
Code Reviews & Mentorship
Conducting thorough code reviews, identifying areas of improvement, and supporting team members through mentorship and guidance.
Experience
Professional experience0 - 5 years
Freelancer since2026
Languages
EnglishNative speakerCroatianNative speaker
Project history
Developed two internal tools tailored for the CEO, enabling efficient transaction testing and enhancing customer integration support. Maintained and optimized the legacy project responsible for handling all PAY.NL API documentation. Implemented new APIs integrated into the core PAY.NL system. Utilized Symfony for backend development. Provided technical assistance to clients during API integrations.
First solo project at Cloudmazing Software. Built a fully functioning multi-tenant CRM using Laravel, Filament, and Livewire. First customers started using the application 3 months into development.
Spearheaded multiple web application projects using the TALL stack (Tailwind CSS, Alpine.js, Laravel, Livewire). Designed RESTful APIs and integrated third-party services. Conducted thorough code reviews. Integrated WebSockets to enable real-time features. Participated in quality assurance and feature testing.