Hi there! I'm a PMP-certified technical leader and full-stack developer with 19+ years of experience delivering mobile-first web solutions and guiding agile teams. I’ve built enterprise-grade CMS solutions (WordPress/Drupal), designed scalable cloud architectures (AWS/GCP), and navigated modern stacks (React, Node.js, PHP, Laravel) to deliver high-impact outcomes. I specialize in leveraging AI agents and machine learning to automate processes, unlock significant cost savings, and manage complex vendor and stakeholder relationships in large organizations. I value collaboration, quality, and continuous learning, and I enjoy wearing multiple hats to drive product success from ideation to production.

Hooman Baradaran

Hi there! I'm a PMP-certified technical leader and full-stack developer with 19+ years of experience delivering mobile-first web solutions and guiding agile teams. I’ve built enterprise-grade CMS solutions (WordPress/Drupal), designed scalable cloud architectures (AWS/GCP), and navigated modern stacks (React, Node.js, PHP, Laravel) to deliver high-impact outcomes. I specialize in leveraging AI agents and machine learning to automate processes, unlock significant cost savings, and manage complex vendor and stakeholder relationships in large organizations. I value collaboration, quality, and continuous learning, and I enjoy wearing multiple hats to drive product success from ideation to production.

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Hi there! I’m a PMP-certified technical leader and full-stack developer with 19+ years of experience delivering mobile-first web solutions and guiding agile teams. I’ve built enterprise-grade CMS solutions (WordPress/Drupal), designed scalable cloud architectures (AWS/GCP), and navigated modern stacks (React, Node.js, PHP, Laravel) to deliver high-impact outcomes.

I specialize in leveraging AI agents and machine learning to automate processes, unlock significant cost savings, and manage complex vendor and stakeholder relationships in large organizations. I value collaboration, quality, and continuous learning, and I enjoy wearing multiple hats to drive product success from ideation to production.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder at Amytis IT Solutions Inc.
June 1, 2006 - Present
Pioneered the use of AI agents to develop applications and automate project management tasks, significantly increasing delivery efficiency. Conducted WCAG/ADA accessibility audits for over 50 client websites across the US and Canada. Created a multi-purpose mobile map / directory platform; designed and built an educational LT I platform (TeacherTools.ca). Developed e-commerce sites in WordPress & WooCommerce; real estate portals, Android apps, and mapping apps; created survey management and accounting applications in PHP, Node.js and Laravel.
Technical Project Manager at Nestlé Purina
August 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023
Led end-to-end technical development for a new loyalty program, managing a $1M budget, 3 vendors, and a cross-functional team. Acted as product owner and launched a loyalty web application. Drove $300,000 in savings through strategic, data-driven decisions. Used AI & ML to scan and process receipts. Managed vendor contracts, RFPs, BRs, requirements, and stakeholders to keep the project on track.
Technical Project Manager at Barrel
June 1, 2021 - May 31, 2022
Managed releases, meetings and Scrum sprint progress; managed remote software development teams; developed in PHP & WordPress, JavaScript and Vue.js.
Senior Developer Consultant at Technicks (via TopTal)
January 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
Developed WordPress sites for numerous clients; managed integration and code management.
Senior Developer, Special Projects at St. Joseph Media
June 1, 2019 - June 1, 2021
Led ADA accessibility and high-traffic site development; delivered WordPress projects.
Team Lead, Senior Developer at Postmedia Network Inc.
October 1, 2017 - August 1, 2019
Led teams of developers; code reviews, release management, agile ceremonies; consolidated thousands of lines of code into unified codebase.
Lead Developer (Web & Mobile) at National Post & Financial Post
January 1, 2012 - October 1, 2017
Developed Android/iOS apps; PHP & WordPress; JavaScript; mobile-friendly themes; prototype usability testing.
Front-End / Web Developer at MacLaren McCann
June 1, 2011 - December 1, 2011
Developed responsive sites and apps; led POCs and client deliverables.
Lead Web Developer at Invisions Productions Inc.
September 1, 2010 - March 1, 2012
Developed a corporate social networking & content sharing CMS in PHP/MySQL; multimedia features; accessibility-oriented templates; ed portal.
Lead Web Developer at Invisions Productions Inc.
October 1, 2009 - April 1, 2010
Earlier tenure at Invisions Productions: Oct 2009 – Apr 2010.
Lead Web Developer at Invisions Productions Inc.
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2007
Early tenure with Invisions: Jan 2007 – May 2007.
Front-End Mobile Developer at MacLaren McCann
June 1, 2011 - December 1, 2011
Developed mobile-focused front-end solutions for campaigns; contributed to iOS/Android-related efforts.

Education

Masters of Science at York University
September 1, 2007 - April 30, 2009
Bachelor of Science (Specialized Honours) in Computer Science at York University
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005
Master of Science in Computer Science (Human-Computer Interaction / Web Accessibility) at York University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

PMP Project Management Professional
December 20, 2019 - December 20, 2025
Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 1, 2020 - December 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Consumer Goods, Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Other