Laravel PHP Backend Developer

GOWTHAM R

Backend Developer (Laravel PHP)

Bangalore, India

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Backend Developer with 3 years of experience specializing in Laravel and PHP, building scalable web applications and RESTful APIs. Proven ability to optimize backend performance

(achieved up to 35% improvement), debug production issues, and deliver reliable systems. Experience includes document workflow systems, service marketplaces, VoIP integrations, and AI-powered chatbot/backend integrations, with additional exposure to WordPress development. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Core Backend: Laravel, PHP, MySQL, RESTful APIs, MVC Architecture Web & CMS: WordPress, HTML, CSS, JavaScript (basic) APIs & Tools: Postman, Swagger, Git, GitHub

Database: MySQL, Query Optimization

Systems & DevOps: Linux, Docker (basic), CI/CD (basic), Apache, Nginx Testing & Debugging: Unit Testing (basic), Debugging, Production Support Additional Exposure: Asterisk, Twilio (VoIP), Elasticsearch (basic), Python (basic) AI & Automation: OpenAI APIs, AI Chatbot Integration, Prompt Engineering (basic) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Software Developer

Zibtek Pvt Ltd Banglore

July 2023 – Present

● Developed and maintained backend systems using Laravel for multiple production applications.

● Designed and implemented RESTful APIs to support frontend and third-party integrations.

● Optimized database queries and backend processes, improving system performance by up to 35%.

● Diagnosed and resolved production issues, ensuring high system reliability and minimal downtime.

● Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and maintainable solutions.

● Worked with Git-based version control and collaborative development workflows.

● Assisted in API testing and documentation using Postman and Swagger.

● Supported deployment and backend troubleshooting in Linux-based environments.

● Participated in debugging, backend optimization, and production support activities.

● Implemented secure API handling and role-based access control for backend modules. PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Document Workflow Management System

● Built backend modules for managing document approval workflows and role-based access.

● Designed APIs for document tracking, status updates, and user permissions.

● Improved processing efficiency through query optimization and structured request handling.

Service Marketplace Platform

● Developed backend functionalities for user management, service listings, and transactions.

● Implemented REST APIs to enable seamless frontend-backend communication.

● Ensured secure and efficient data handling across application workflows. VoIP Communication System

● Worked on backend integrations for VoIP services using Asterisk and Twilio.

● Supported implementation of call handling features and system-level communication workflows.

● Assisted in debugging and maintaining real-time communication systems. WordPress Projects (Additional Experience)

● Worked on WordPress-based websites including theme customization and plugin integration.

● Assisted in backend modifications and performance improvements for CMS-driven applications.

AI Chatbot Backend System (Personal Project)

● Developed a basic AI-powered chatbot backend using Python and REST APIs.

● Implemented request-response handling and database-based response management.

● Integrated OpenAI APIs for chatbot interaction workflows and automated responses. EDUCATION

● Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Business Analytics AVS Engineering College, Salem

● Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) Shreenivasa Engineering College, Dharmapuri

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

● Strong debugging and problem-solving skills in production environments

● Experience working in agile development teams

● Quick learner with ability to adapt to new technologies

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