PHP Full Stack Lead - Laravel, Node.js, AWS Expert

RAJAT AHUJA

PHP Full Stack Developer & Engineering Lead Laravel · CodeIgniter · Node.js · MySQL · PostgreSQL Gurugram, India *************@*****.*** +91-701******* linkedin.com/in/rajatahuja71 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven PHP Full Stack Developer and Engineering Lead with 9+ years of experience building scalable web applications using Laravel, CodeIgniter, and Node.js. Proven expertise in designing and optimizing relational and non- relational databases including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and NoSQL solutions. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, enforcing RESTful API best practices, and delivering high-quality products on AWS cloud platforms. Demonstrated record of improving team productivity by up to 30% and code quality by 40% through agile methodologies, mentoring, and architectural best practices.

KEY SKILLS

Backend & Frameworks: PHP, Laravel, CodeIgniter, Node.js, REST APIs Frontend: JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3

Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL (PgSQL), NoSQL (MongoDB), SQL Cloud & Tools: AWS, Agile/Scrum, Git, API Integration, Data Analysis PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Monocept Senior Software Engineer & Lead Gurugram, India Mar 2024 – Present

• Architected and delivered full-stack web solutions using PHP (Laravel/CodeIgniter) and Node.js, ensuring scalable, high-performance applications across MySQL and NoSQL data stores.

• Mentored and coordinated a cross-functional team of engineers, improving development efficiency by 20% through structured code reviews, agile sprint planning, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

• Implemented RESTful API integrations and enforced coding standards, reducing technical debt and improving system maintainability across multiple concurrent product releases.

• Spearheaded adoption of agile methodologies (Scrum), streamlining the development lifecycle and enabling faster, more predictable delivery of high-quality software. Work Companion Senior Software Engineer & Team Lead Gurugram, India Nov 2022 – Mar 2024

• Led a cross-functional team of 8 engineers to deliver 5+ high-impact full-stack PHP projects on schedule, boosting product efficiency by 25% via optimized Laravel/CodeIgniter architectures and API integrations.

• Drove agile transformation initiatives, increasing team productivity by 30% and cutting software release cycle time by 20% through improved sprint planning and CI/CD alignment.

• Mentored junior developers on PHP best practices, database optimization (MySQL, PgSQL), and API design, resulting in a 40% improvement in overall code quality.

• Designed and maintained scalable database schemas in MySQL and PostgreSQL, ensuring data integrity, query performance, and seamless integration with Node.js microservices. EGlogics Softech PHP Team Lead Noida, India Aug 2021 – Nov 2022

• Led PHP development team in building and maintaining full-stack web applications with Node.js backends and JavaScript frontends, focusing on scalability, performance, and user experience.

• Designed RESTful APIs consumed by single-page applications and third-party clients, enforcing consistent API standards and reducing integration issues by 30%.

• Collaborated cross-functionally with QA, design, and product teams to deliver software solutions on time, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.

LetUsCode System Pvt Ltd Senior Software Developer Jaipur, India Jun 2019 – Aug 2021

• Served as Senior PHP Developer, managing full project lifecycle for the EbioEMR healthcare platform, delivering high-quality code, timely releases, and adherence to industry standards.

• Enhanced application performance and user experience by collaborating with cross-functional teams, contributing to improved system reliability and increased user satisfaction.

• Implemented PHP development best practices and optimized MySQL database queries, improving system efficiency, reliability, and long-term maintainability. iBirds Software Software Developer Ajmer, India Jan 2017 – Jun 2019

• Independently developed the Entropy Analytics reporting platform using PHP, leveraging data analysis techniques to deliver actionable business intelligence dashboards.

• Built and deployed multiple management systems (HRMS, Stock, School, Hotel, Complaint Management) for Cantonment Board Ajmer, streamlining workflows and reducing operational overhead. KEY PROJECTS

RMPortal Laravel / Node.js Oracle / PostgreSQL Designed vertical-specific business dashboards to visualize KPIs; integrated Lead Management System (LMS) boosting lead conversion visibility; administered HRIS and BQRM modules; implemented LDAP-based single sign-on authentication. WoCo App Node.js MongoDB

Built a workforce companion app featuring seamless attendance management, TACO travel companion module, MTD/YTD financial statements, leave management workflows, and shift roster scheduling for enterprise teams. The Career Wallet Laravel MongoDB

Developed a job portal with automated feed downloading and importing; delivered job postings to multiple clients through JBE (Job Broadcast Engine) channels; optimized feed processing pipelines to improve data accuracy and reduce latency. OTMT Laravel MySQL

Built a modular tour booking website enhancing code reusability and enabling seamless CMS platform integrations with scalable, reusable module architecture.

Livestream Laravel MySQL

Developed a live streaming camera chat system supporting multiple user roles; implemented token-based authentication for secure real-time video communication and transactions. EbioEMR Core PHP MySQL

Maintained electronic patient records system covering prescriptions, drug inventories, and diagnosis reports; managed comprehensive patient data via unified account number system. HRMS Laravel MySQL

Independently designed and built a full-featured HR management system with leave management, salary processing, loan tracking, FNF settlement, and TDS compliance modules. Blogry Node.js MongoDB

Developed a blogging platform with custom advertisement integrations; optimized ad placements to enhance user engagement and drive consistent monthly revenue growth. HOSG Laravel MySQL

Managed multiple ad categories with advanced boosting functionality; implemented dynamic ad display algorithms to show relevant ads based on listing type, improving user engagement. Entropy Analytics CodeIgniter MySQL

Developed a comprehensive business reporting platform; delivered actionable insights and price comparison reports through automated data aggregation and analysis.

EDUCATION

Master of Computer Applications (MCA) 2016

Jaipur National University, India

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) 2014

Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University, Ajmer, India

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