TECHNICAL SKILLS
JavaScript (*+),
HTML / CSS (6+)
jQuery, Bootstrap (6+)
Web Development (6+)
JSON / XML (6)
Node.js / Express (4)
React.js / Angular (4)
Java / PHP (5)
OOP (5)
WordPress / Drupal 7/8 (5)
Salesforce / SFCC (3)
Unit and A/B Testing,
Git, Jira, Confluence, Okta, Workday
MySQL / MongoDB (2)
Ionic (1)
LANGUAGES
Native Ukrainian
Fluent English
Fluent Italian
Fluent Russian
EDUCATION
BOSTON UNIVERSITY
Boston January 2018
Certificate: Web Application Development - Courses:
•Web Application Development
•Rich Internet Application Development
•Server-side Web Development
•Information Structures with Java
V. HETMAN NATIONAL ECONOMIC UNIVERSITY
2012
Master of Science: Finance
T.SHEVCHENKO NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
OF KYIV
2005
Master of Science: International Private Law
PERSONAL DETAILS
Newton, MA
617-***-**** *********@*****.***
https://ua.linkedin.com/in/y aroslav-rykal-263945b8
https://github.com/RYS20 16
Yaroslav Rykal
Full Stack Web Developer
SUMMARY
Results-driven Full Stack Web Developer with over 6 years of experience building and maintaining robust consumer-facing web applications and eCommerce platforms. Adept at front-end interfaces (HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, jQuery), back-end services (Node.js, PHP, Java), and complex integrations. Over 5 years of extensive WordPress experience, focusing on custom theme and plugin development, advanced customization, and responsive design. Additional expertise includes Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) with SFRA for scalable and secure eCommerce solutions. Skilled in legacy code refactoring, performance optimization, unit testing, A/B testing, web accessibility, and SEO best practices. Thrives in Agile environments, collaborating with global teams, integrating third-party APIs, and optimizing performance. Currently expanding AI skill sets to further enhance cutting-edge web solutions. Demonstrates autonomy, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality, maintainable code.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DYT Solutions PA 06/2023 -Present
Freelance
· Full Stack Web Application Development with a strong focus on WordPress and Drupal.
· Created highly customized WordPress themes and plugins, integrating Bootstrap, jQuery, and custom PHP functionalities.
· Implemented cross-browser and mobile compatibility strategies, along with SEO best practices to improve performance and visibility
Saks OFF 5th NY 03/2021 - 04/2023
Software Engineer
· Promise Project: Implemented a complex Promise Delivery Date feature within SFCC on PDP, Cart, and Checkout, including API integrations and Jest unit tests.
· OAuth 2.0 Project: Deployed industry-standard auth protocol into SFCC, enhancing security and user flows.
· Digital Platform Enhancements: Built new eCommerce features (PDP, Checkout, Cart, A/B testing), refactored legacy code, and optimized site performance.
· Headless Architecture: Adapted SFRA using JavaScript front-end for localization, personalization, and advanced A/B Testing capabilities.
· Environment: Salesforce, SFCC (SFRA & Site Genesis), Node.js, React, jQuery, GitHub, Unit Test, CSS/HTML.
SOLID DIAGNOSTICS, Inc Greater Boston Area
02/2020 – 03/2021
Web Developer
· WordPress & Front-End: Maintained and expanded existing WordPress sites, integrating Angular/React components to enhance user interfaces.
· Provided website updates, revisions, and SEO improvements to optimize user experience and search visibility.
· Implemented dynamic content with JavaScript/Angular/React, ensuring smooth system compatibility and user-friendly solutions.
F1V LLC Greater Boston Area 02/2019 to 01/2020
Front-End Developer/CMS Developer
· Led WordPress custom development: Built complex and single-page apps using WordPress, Bolt, Drupal (7/8/9), HTML5/CSS3, JavaScript, Angular/React, jQuery, Bootstrap.
· Created custom WordPress themes and templates with responsive, mobile-first design.
· Maintained code quality and reusability using best software development practices.
· Translated designer mock-ups into front-end code, ensuring brand consistency and performance.
ARbrowser 01/2018 to 01/2019
Junior Developer
· Developed, enhanced, and maintained front-end (HTML/CSS/JavaScript) and back-end (Java, PHP, MySQL) components.
· Gained WordPress exposure and contributed to small-scale plugin and theme customizations.
· Assisted senior developers in brainstorming, requirement gathering, and daily code review processes.