Rahul Yadav
Backend / Full Stack Developer (Node.js Laravel)
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Backend-focused developer with 2.5+ years of production experience building secure, scalable APIs and business-critical systems using PHP, Laravel, MySQL, and MongoDB. Proven experience in role-based systems, payment integrations, automation, and performance optimization. Comfortable owning backend architecture end-to-end and collaborating closely with frontend teams.
CORE SKILLS
Backend: Node.js, Express.js, Laravel
Databases: MySQL, MongoDB (Mongoose)
Language: JavaScript, PHP,
Auth & Security: JWT, Role-Based Access Control
APIs: REST APIs, Third-party Integrations
Frontend (Support): React, AJAX, jQuery, Blade
Payments: Razorpay, Stripe, SimplePay
Tools: Git, Postman, Composer, NPM, Puppetter
Concepts: MVC, Middleware, Caching, Cron Jobs, Automation
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Next Big Tech — Backend Developer
Dec 2024 – Present
Leading backend development for AddEx, a scalable Ad-Tech platform, using Laravel, JavaScript, and MySQL
Designed JWT-based authentication, advertiser/admin role management, and secure API access
Built high-performance APIs for campaign creation, budget tracking, analytics, filtering, sorting, and pagination
Optimized complex MySQL queries to handle large campaign and advertiser datasets efficiently
Developed backend systems for JoyTap, a child learning platform focused on animal-based interactive content
Programmates — Laravel Developer
Jul 2023 – Dec 2024
Migrated legacy PHP systems to Laravel MVC, improving maintainability and scalability
Built multi-user CRM systems with RBAC, soft deletes, and analytics dashboards
Developed AJAX-based real-time scheduling systems
Designed REST APIs and handled complex MySQL relationships using Eloquent & Carbon
PROJECTS
SuperKings Cricket Academy – EdTech Platform
Laravel PHP JavaScript MySQL
Role-based system with 4 user panels
Class scheduling, secure payments
Real-time booking & admin dashboards
Live Project: https://www.superkingsacademy.com/home
AddEx – AdTech Platform
PHP (Laravel) JavaScript MySQL
Developed a multi-panel AdTech web platform for managing advertisers, campaigns, and admin operations
Built modules for ad campaign creation, budget allocation, performance tracking, and reporting
Live Project: https://backend.addex.co.za/home
Navy Ship Machinery Management
Hybrid Laravel + PHP Desktop system for offline ship environments
Machinery tracking, service history, maintenance alerts
Used in restricted/offline operational setups
WhatsApp Bulk Messaging Platform (Node.js, Puppeteer)
MERN-based bulk messaging system with admin & user panels
CSV imports, campaign tracking, media attachments
Real-time delivery status & automation workflows
KingJoinery – Interior Design / Kitchen Vanity Website
Node.js MongoDB Express.js
Developed a custom website for an Australian interior design company focused on kitchen and vanity projects
Built dynamic portfolio modules to showcase completed projects with categories and image galleries
Implemented SEO-friendly pages and optimized performance for production deployment
Integrated contact forms for customer inquiries and lead generation
Live Project: https://kingjoinery.com.au/
STRENGTHS
Strong backend architecture & API design
Real-world production systems
Comfortable with both SQL & NoSQL
Ownership mindset & problem-solving ability