Senior Laravel/PHP Backend Developer & API Integrator

SHAMIM KHAN

Senior PHP Developer Laravel, CodeIgniter API Integration CRM & CMS Applications

New Delhi, India +91-783******* *****.****@*****.*** LinkedIn GitHub PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Senior PHP Developer with 10+ years of hands-on experience delivering scalable web applications using Laravel 8–11, CodeIgniter, and CMS platforms (WordPress, Drupal, Shopify). Proven track record of leading teams of 5–6 Engineers, optimizing high-volume databases, and integrating complex third-party APIs across CRM, e- commerce, and logistics domains. Reduced CRM lead processing time by 30% and improved application performance by 35% via Redis caching and query optimization. Proficient in AWS (EC2, S3), Git, Docker, and Agile practices. Actively leverage AI tools ChatGPT, Claude, GitHub Copilot, and Gemini to accelerate development cycles, improve code quality, and enhance team productivity. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Backend: PHP 7/8, Laravel 8–11, CodeIgniter, REST APIs AI TOOLS: Claude (Anthropic), Antigravity, ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, Gemini, Perplexity code generation, debugging, API research, documentation.

CMS/ecommerce: Drupal, WordPress, Shopify, Web Flow CMS, Magento basics Frontend: JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap 5 Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis

Cloud & DevOps: AWS (EC2, S3), DigitalOcean, Docker (basic), CI/CD, Apache, Nginx Integrations: Stripe, Razorpay, PayPal, Tap, Shipping APIs, Immigration APIs Tools: Git, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, Redis, Queue Jobs, Postman, PHPUnit, VS Code Standards: GIGW Compliance, Web Security, Agile/Scrum, Linux CLI PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Team Lead / Senior Backend Developer Tangence Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Noida, India May 2022 – Present

• Led a team of 5–6 developers delivering Laravel and Drupal-based enterprise applications; improved overall application performance by 35% via Redis caching and query optimization.

• Architected and optimized backend systems for CRM and shipping platforms; designed REST APIs for third- party integrations and internal services.

• Reduced deployment issues by implementing structured release workflows and enforcing secure coding standards through regular code reviews.

• Delivered and maintained CMS websites including end-to-end deployment and debugging cycles.

• Actively use GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT & Claude for code generation, debugging, and technical documentation improving team velocity.

Sr. Web Developer Visas Avenue Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi, India Jan 2020 – Apr 2022

• Led end-to-end development of a lead-based CRM handling 10,000+ records/month; reduced lead processing time by 30% through backend optimization and query restructuring.

• Built automation workflows for lead assignment, status tracking, and follow-up pipelines.

• Integrated third-party APIs for immigration services and payment processing (Razorpay, PayPal).

• Improved database performance significantly through indexing, normalization, and query restructuring.

• AI-assisted research for API integration

Sr. Software Engineer Total IT Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Delhi, India Apr 2018 – Jan 2020

• Developed GIGW-compliant government portals ensuring high security, accessibility, and compliance standards for public sector clients.

• Designed CMS and e-commerce platforms using Drupal and CodeIgniter; managed server configuration

(Apache/Nginx).

• Enhanced system uptime and reduced vulnerabilities through proactive monitoring and security updates. Software Engineer / Team Lead Indiaeon Technology Pvt. Ltd. Delhi, India Sep 2016 – Mar 2018

• Led backend development for CMS-based enterprise platforms; coordinated directly with clients for requirement gathering and solution planning.

• Delivered scalable database architectures and optimized backend logic for high-traffic applications. Software Engineer Total IT Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Delhi, India Jan 2013 – Sep 2016

• Designed and developed client-specific web applications using PHP and MySQL; built and maintained CMSbased portals for production environments.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and quality standards. Junior Software Engineer (Trainee) Mars Coders Technologies Noida, India Sep 2011 – Dec 2012

• Assisted senior developers with CMS website projects; gained core proficiency in PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and MySQL.

AI IMPLEMENTATION

Used AI with Google Analytics (GA4) and Google Search Console (GSC) to analyze website performance, monitor SEO metrics, identify issues, and recommend improvements.

Used OpenAI to search, analyze, and understand large codebases within existing websites, accelerating debugging, feature development, and code refactoring.

Leveraged OpenAI for code generation, API integration, documentation, and technical problem-solving across Laravel and PHP projects.

Successfully migrated a legacy Laravel 5.5 application to Laravel 11 using Antigravity AI, upgrading dependencies, refactoring deprecated code, and ensuring application compatibility with modern Laravel standards.

Used AI tools to identify breaking changes, automate repetitive migration tasks, and validate upgraded code, significantly reducing migration time and effort. KEY PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

CRM & Lead Management Platform (Laravel)

• Built scalable CRM with automated lead distribution, role-based access control, and API integrations — reduced processing time by 30% for 10,000+ monthly records.

• Optimized performance with Redis caching, queue jobs, and indexing; integrated Stripe, Razorpay & PayPal payment gateways.

SILKS — GIS-Based Web Application (Central Silk Board, Government of India)

• Developed GIS-enabled portal (silks.csb.gov.in) for tracking high-production sericulture regions across India with spatial and analytical reporting.

• Built on WordPress Multisite + PHP with MySQL; ensured full GIGW compliance for government use. WowShip — Shipping & Logistics Portal (Tangence Solutions)

• Architected backend systems for shipping platform using Laravel; integrated third-party shipping APIs and built real-time tracking modules.

E-commerce & Multi-Client CMS Platforms

• Delivered 15+ production projects across Laravel, CodeIgniter, WordPress, and Shopify stacks including travel portals, immigration platforms, and online training portals.

• Notable: holidayfloridas.co.uk (travel CRM), myvisasavenue.com (immigration), youngfashionstores.com

(ecommerce), denave.com (enterprise CRM).

LIVE PORTFOLIO

• https://www.indospirit.com

• https://www.glovius.com

• https://camworks.com

• https://dfmpro.com

• https://www.hcltechbee.com

• https://ldsinfotech.com

• https://www.awinsals.com

• https://radianttechlearning.com

• https://crm.radianttechlearning.com

• https://www.denave.com

• https://www.youngfashionstores.com

• https://taajerdata.com

• https://holidayfloridas.co.uk

• https://www.myvisasavenue.com

• https://slumberjill.in

• https://silks.csb.gov.in

• https://www.eurekateams.com

• https://www.ushawatersolutions.com

• https://www.youngfashionstores.com

• https://www.tangence.in

• https://www.resultfirst.com

• https://cantabilshop.com

EDUCATION

Master of Computer Applications (MCA) 2008 – 2011

IILM Academy of Higher Learning, Greater Noida 70% LANGUAGES

Hindi (Native) English (Professional Working Proficiency)

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