Senior Full-Stack Engineer (PHP Laravel React)

CHIRAG KAKKAD

Senior Software Engineer Full-Stack (PHP/Laravel, React, Node.js)

Ahmedabad, India 382421 +91-635**-***** ***************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/chirag-kakkad-94311767 chiragkakkad.netlify.app PROFILE

Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer with 9+ years building and scaling web applications across PHP/Laravel, React, Angular, Vue.js, and Node.js. Strong hands-on expertise in REST API and GraphQL design, database architecture (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB), and cloud/DevOps delivery (AWS, Azure, Docker, CI/CD). Comfortable owning a feature or system end-to-end — from technical design through deployment — while writing clean, performant, and maintainable code. Certified ScrumMaster (CSM®) with experience working in Agile teams, reviewing code for quality and scalability, and mentoring junior engineers. Known for solving hard technical problems independently and raising the engineering bar across the team.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Full-Stack Development (PHP/Laravel, React, Angular, Vue.js, Node.js)

• REST API & GraphQL Design

• Database Design & Optimization (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)

• Cloud & DevOps (AWS, Azure, Docker, CI/CD, Jenkins)

• System Performance, Scalability & Code Quality

• Agile/Scrum Development (Certified ScrumMaster)

• Code Review & Technical Mentoring

• Client-Facing Technical Communication

WORK HISTORY

Brainvire InfoTech Pvt. Ltd. 04/2024 – Present

Team Lead (Senior Full-Stack Engineer) Ahmedabad, India

• Architect and build solutions across PHP/Laravel, React, and Node.js for 10+ client engagements, balancing hands-on coding with technical direction for the team.

• Design and review system architecture, APIs, and database schemas to ensure performance, scalability, and maintainability.

• Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Docker, and Jenkins, improving release speed and deployment reliability.

• Conduct code reviews and enforce engineering best practices, reducing defects and improving overall code quality across projects.

• Mentor junior and mid-level developers on technical problem-solving, debugging, and modern framework practices.

• Work directly with clients to translate business requirements into technical solutions and realistic delivery plans. Brainvire InfoTech Pvt. Ltd. 04/2021 – 03/2024

Senior Software Engineer Ahmedabad, India

• Built and maintained backend services and APIs using PHP/Laravel and Node.js, integrated with React and Angular front ends.

• Set up CI/CD pipelines and Agile workflows using Azure, Docker, and Jenkins to streamline development and deployment.

• Managed project scope, timelines, and technical resourcing to ensure successful, on-time delivery for client projects.

• Established code quality, performance, and scalability standards while mentoring junior developers. Brainvire InfoTech Pvt. Ltd. 06/2019 – 03/2021

Software Engineer Ahmedabad, India

• Developed and maintained PHP/Laravel applications, implementing best practices in code quality, performance, and scalability.

• Mentored junior developers on coding standards, debugging, and framework usage. The One Technologies 03/2019 – 06/2019

Software Engineer Ahmedabad, India

• Developed software solutions using PHP and Laravel, improving system efficiency and functionality for client projects.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design REST APIs and optimize system integrations. XcelTec Interactive Private Limited 02/2018 – 03/2019 Software Engineer Ahmedabad, India

• Engineered and maintained PHP-based applications using Yii2 and CodeIgniter.

• Developed APIs and refined backend architecture to boost system performance and scalability. Pixometry Infotech Pvt Ltd 03/2017 – 01/2018

Jr. PHP Developer Ahmedabad, India

• Developed hands-on skills in PHP and web development while contributing to numerous client projects.

• Built dynamic web applications using PHP and MySQL to enhance user experience.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design technical specifications. EDUCATION

BE in Computer Science & Engineering 06/2017

Diploma in Computer Engineering 06/2014

CERTIFICATIONS & ACHIEVEMENTS

• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM®) — Scrum Alliance

• Heroku Certification — Udemy

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Backend: PHP, Laravel, Livewire, Filament, CodeIgniter, Python, Django, Node.js, REST API, GraphQL Frontend: JavaScript, jQuery, React.js, Angular, Vue.js Databases & Cloud: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, AWS, Azure, Heroku, Docker, CI/CD Tools & Practices: Git, Jira, Azure DevOps, Agile/Scrum LANGUAGES

English, Gujarati, Hindi

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