Frontend Developer with 7 years of expertise in developing and optimizing user-centric web applications. Proficient in JavaScript, React, HTML, CSS, and modern frontend frameworks. I specialize in creating intuitive, responsive, and high-performance UIs. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, communicating with clients, and delivering scalable, maintainable solutions. Extensive experience in e-commerce and financial (e-banking) solutions, adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams and clients to deliver clean, efficient code and drive project success from concept to deployment.

Sonila Leka

Frontend Developer with 7 years of expertise in developing and optimizing user-centric web applications. Proficient in JavaScript, React, HTML, CSS, and modern frontend frameworks. I specialize in creating intuitive, responsive, and high-performance UIs. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, communicating with clients, and delivering scalable, maintainable solutions. Extensive experience in e-commerce and financial (e-banking) solutions, adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams and clients to deliver clean, efficient code and drive project success from concept to deployment.

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Frontend Developer with 7 years of expertise in developing
and optimizing user-centric web applications. Proficient in JavaScript,
React, HTML, CSS, and modern frontend frameworks. I specialize in
creating intuitive, responsive, and high-performance UIs. Skilled in
collaborating with cross-functional teams, communicating with clients,
and delivering scalable, maintainable solutions. Extensive experience in
e-commerce and financial (e-banking) solutions, adept at collaborating
with cross-functional teams and clients to deliver clean, efficient code
and drive project success from concept to deployment.

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Language

English
Fluent
Turkish
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Faculty Lecturer at Epoka University
June 30, 2024 - August 21, 2025
Taught operating systems including process/memory management, file systems, and security from January 2024 to June 2024. Developed comprehensive curriculum materials such as syllabi, notes, assignments, and assessments. Fostered interactive learning through discussions, exercises, and case studies. Mentored students by providing guidance and constructive feedback.
React Front-End Engineer at Geekseat USA LLC
April 30, 2023 - August 21, 2025
Built project structure, core functions, and API endpoints using React.js, Redux, and Kendo UI from August 2022 to April 2023. Optimized state management and component performance for smooth user experience. Utilized Git and GitHub for version control and efficient collaboration. Collaborated in Agile teams to deliver high-quality features.
E-commerce Development Specialist at Shero Commerce
November 30, 2022 - August 21, 2025
Developed and maintained e-commerce platforms including BigCommerce, Shopify, Next.js Commerce, and Magento from April 2022 to November 2022. Managed company website using WordPress CMS. Created comprehensive documentation including product guides, installation manuals, and technical documents. Used Bitbucket, Git, Jira, and Rota for version control and project management. Worked within an Agile environment ensuring timely feature delivery.
Shopware & E-commerce Development Specialist at NETFORMIC GmbH
April 30, 2022 - August 21, 2025
Customized Shopware 5 e-commerce solutions and implemented Figma designs with PHP-Symfony, jQuery, Less, and Sass from August 2021 to April 2022. Utilized Docker for efficient development and deployment. Managed Git/GitHub for version control and collaboration. Certified Shopware 6 full-stack developer focused on frontend themes, plugins, and dashboards. Optimized frontend components for Spryker B2B/B2C platforms for high performance.
Senior Frontend Developer – FinTech Applications at BKT - Banka Kombetare Tregtare
August 31, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Developed and enhanced critical e-banking and financial web applications, including the core e-banking system and a new Soft OTP solution, using Java, JavaScript, jQuery, Mustache.js, HTML, and Bootstrap from August 2020 to August 2021. Engineered fully responsive UIs for seamless adaptability across devices and screen sizes. Designed and deployed the Kosovo Mortgage Cadastral and BKT Project using React.js, Redux, and Kendo UI including technical documentation and ongoing maintenance. Developed an online insurance quotes system integrating multiple providers. Managed version control and collaboration efficiently with Git and GitHub.
Web Application Developer at URT
August 31, 2020 - August 21, 2025
Led development of DAMBOX (Digital Asset Management System) using PHP, HTML5, Bootstrap, and MySQL from September 2017 to August 2020 ensuring responsive and scalable solutions. Designed, developed, and maintained company website via WordPress, troubleshooting and optimizing core product software. Developed and maintained the Albanian National Library website implementing React.js/Redux management system with API integrations. Built and integrated ALIS (Albanian Library Integrated Software), an open-source web application using Perl, PHP, Java, HTML, Angular 5, JavaScript, Bootstrap, and jQuery adhering to national library standards. Engineered fully responsive UIs across all projects. Managed Git/GitHub for efficient version control and collaborative development and provided Linux/Windows system support.
Web Application Developer at URT
August 1, 2020 - September 17, 2025
Developed and maintained web applications, collaborated with cross-functional teams, and implemented front-end components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript with backend API integration.
Senior Frontend Developer – FinTech Applications at BKT - Banka Kombetare Tregtare
August 1, 2021 - September 17, 2025
Designed and implemented frontend features for high-availability fintech applications, delivering responsive UI components and collaborating with product, design, and backend teams.
Shopware & E-commerce Development Specialist at NETFORMIC GmbH
April 1, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Customized Shopware 5 e-commerce solutions; implemented Figma designs with PHP/Symfony, jQuery, Less, and Sass; ensured responsive, scalable frontend components.
E-commerce Development Specialist at Shero Commerce
November 1, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Developed and maintained e-commerce platforms including BigCommerce, Shopify, Next.js Commerce, and Magento; created comprehensive documentation and guided cross-functional teams.
Frontend Engineer at Geeksea at USA LLC
April 1, 2023 - September 17, 2025
Built the project structure, core functions, and API endpoints using React.js, Redux, and Kendo UI; optimized UX and performance with collaborative agile practices.
Lecturer at Epoka University
June 1, 2024 - September 17, 2025
Taught operating systems, including process/memory management, file systems, and security; developed course materials, notes, assignments, and assessments.
Senior Frontend Engineer at USA LLC (Geeksea)
April 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Built the project structure, core functions, and API endpoints with React.js, Redux, and Kendo UI. Optimized state management and component performance for a smooth UX. Used Git and GitHub for version control and collaboration. Collaborated in Agile teams to deliver high-quality features.
Frontend Engineer at BKT Banka Kombetare Tregtare
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Engineered fully responsive UI to ensure seamless adaptability across devices and screen sizes. Designed and deployed Kosovo Mortgage Calastral and BKT project from inception using React.js, Redux, and Kendo UI; created technical documentation. Developed an online insurance quotes system for multiple providers (car, home, travel, health), integrating diverse data sources. Managed version control with Git and GitHub; collaborated in Agile teams to deliver high-quality features.
E-commerce Development Specialist at Shero Commerce
November 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022
Developed and maintained e-commerce platforms (BigCommerce, Shopify, Next.js Commerce, Magento). Built company website using WordPress CMS. Created comprehensive documentation including product guides and installation manuals. Used Bitbucket, Git, Jira, and RoTaf for version control and project management. Worked in an Agile environment to deliver timely features.
Shopware & E-commerce Development Specialist at NET FORMIC GMBH
April 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Customized Shopware 5 e-commerce solutions; implemented Figma designs with PHP-Symfony, jQuery, Less, Sass.
Web Application Developer at URT
August 1, 2020 - August 1, 2020
Led the development of DAMBOX (Digital Asset Management System) using PHP, HTML5, Bootstrap, and MySQL; ensured responsive and scalable web solutions. Designed and developed the Albanian National Library website (bks.al) with React.js/Redux and API integrations. Built and integrated the Albanian Library Integrated Software (AIS). Developed an online insurance quotes system for multiple providers.

Education

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Qualifications

Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD)
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
Shopware 6 Template Designer
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
Microsoft Certified Professional
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Education, Software & Internet, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other