Hi, I’m Ivan. I’m a senior web developer with 15+ years of experience building, managing, and maintaining large-scale web platforms. I specialize in WordPress, OpenCart, and Joomla, and I’ve delivered 150+ websites across diverse industries. I thrive in remote team environments, guiding projects from planning through deployment, and I focus on performance optimization, SEO, and scalable architecture. Earlier in my career I worked in microelectronics labs and telecommunications, and I’ve led IT and advertising initiatives. I’m fluent in Serbian and English, with Croatian as a working knowledge, and I enjoy collaborating with clients to turn ideas into reliable, user-friendly digital experiences.

Ivan Stefanovic Sapfous

Hi, I’m Ivan. I’m a senior web developer with 15+ years of experience building, managing, and maintaining large-scale web platforms. I specialize in WordPress, OpenCart, and Joomla, and I’ve delivered 150+ websites across diverse industries. I thrive in remote team environments, guiding projects from planning through deployment, and I focus on performance optimization, SEO, and scalable architecture. Earlier in my career I worked in microelectronics labs and telecommunications, and I’ve led IT and advertising initiatives. I’m fluent in Serbian and English, with Croatian as a working knowledge, and I enjoy collaborating with clients to turn ideas into reliable, user-friendly digital experiences.

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Hi, I’m Ivan. I’m a senior web developer with 15+ years of experience building, managing, and maintaining large-scale web platforms. I specialize in WordPress, OpenCart, and Joomla, and I’ve delivered 150+ websites across diverse industries. I thrive in remote team environments, guiding projects from planning through deployment, and I focus on performance optimization, SEO, and scalable architecture.

Earlier in my career I worked in microelectronics labs and telecommunications, and I’ve led IT and advertising initiatives. I’m fluent in Serbian and English, with Croatian as a working knowledge, and I enjoy collaborating with clients to turn ideas into reliable, user-friendly digital experiences.

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Experience Level

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Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

Serbian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Croatian
Advanced
Greek, Modern
Advanced

Work Experience

Web Developer Leader at APU Global Research
April 1, 2021 - Present
Led web development team on multiple projects; Developed and maintained 150+ websites (WordPress, OpenCart, Joomla); Managed full project lifecycle (planning, development, deployment, maintenance); Worked directly with clients and stakeholders; Optimized performance, SEO, and scalability of web applications
Web Developer at HPD
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021
Developed and maintained large number of CMS-based websites; Specialized in WordPress customization and plugin development; Worked on eCommerce solutions (OpenCart)
IT Director at Kay&Gee
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2016
Managed IT infrastructure and web development projects; Led digital campaigns and website development; Supervised team and client delivery
Graphic Designer at Narodne Novine
December 1, 1995 - June 1, 2001
Daily newspaper print preparation
Laboratory Assistant (Telecommunications) at University of Electronics in Nis
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001
Assisted in microelectronics laboratory practices; Worked in Department of Telecommunication
Technical Director at Waterpolo Academy Palio Falirou
January 1, 2022 - Present
Technical Director; overseeing technical aspects for water polo academy in Athens

Education

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Qualifications

Master of Science (MSc) in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, specialization in Microelectronics
January 11, 2030 - June 18, 2026
Postgraduate Studies in Telecommunications
January 11, 2030 - June 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Telecommunications, Other