I'm Mihai Andrei Dumitrache, a results-driven Senior PHP Developer with 12 years of experience delivering high-performance web applications and e-commerce solutions. Over the last 8 years I’ve been with OSF Digital, working on enterprise-level projects. I’m an expert in the PHP ecosystem, MySQL, and scalable architectures, with a strong focus on Clean Code and solid OOP principles. I’ve modernized development workflows by integrating AI-assisted engineering (Claude) to accelerate prototyping, optimize complex queries, and enhance code documentation. I value mentorship and a deep understanding of business logic, reinforced by a background in operations management, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where quality and delivery timelines are paramount.

Mihai Andrei Dumitrache

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I'm Mihai Andrei Dumitrache, a results-driven Senior PHP Developer with 12 years of experience delivering high-performance web applications and e-commerce solutions. Over the last 8 years I’ve been with OSF Digital, working on enterprise-level projects. I’m an expert in the PHP ecosystem, MySQL, and scalable architectures, with a strong focus on Clean Code and solid OOP principles. I’ve modernized development workflows by integrating AI-assisted engineering (Claude) to accelerate prototyping, optimize complex queries, and enhance code documentation. I value mentorship and a deep understanding of business logic, reinforced by a background in operations management, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where quality and delivery timelines are paramount.

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I’m Mihai Andrei Dumitrache, a results-driven Senior PHP Developer with 12 years of experience delivering high-performance web applications and e-commerce solutions. Over the last 8 years I’ve been with OSF Digital, working on enterprise-level projects. I’m an expert in the PHP ecosystem, MySQL, and scalable architectures, with a strong focus on Clean Code and solid OOP principles.

I’ve modernized development workflows by integrating AI-assisted engineering (Claude) to accelerate prototyping, optimize complex queries, and enhance code documentation. I value mentorship and a deep understanding of business logic, reinforced by a background in operations management, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where quality and delivery timelines are paramount.

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Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
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English
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Work Experience

Senior PHP Developer at OSF Digital
January 1, 2017 - Present
Architected and maintained high-traffic platforms using CodeIgniter and Laravel, managing the full development lifecycle from optimized MySQL/MongoDB backend logic to interactive front-end components. Engineered seamless integrations for critical services (SMS gateways, BlueJeans, Zoom API) and cloud/auth systems (AWS services, Google OAuth SSO). Built custom features including a real-time chat system and a bespoke forum engine with Redis caching and RabbitMQ. Pioneered AI-assisted engineering with Claude to accelerate refactoring, optimize complex queries, and reduce delivery timelines. Maintained a 100% project completion rate and resolved complex technical debt and high-stakes architectural challenges.
Junior PHP Developer at Petatec GmbH
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Module Development: Developed and maintained PHP modules, ensuring stable functionality. Legacy Migration: Migrated and modernized older codebases. Full-Stack Support: Managed MySQL databases and implemented UIs with CSS and native JavaScript.
Business Manager at Guest House (Predeal)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2013
Managed daily operations, including financial oversight, team leadership, and client relations. Developed problem-solving and communication skills that translate into efficient project management and client-focused development.

Education

Master’s Degree in Management & Logistics at Transilvania University of Brașov
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Trade, and Services Economy at Transilvania University of Brașov
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Master’s Degree in Management & Logistics at Transilvania University of Brașov
January 11, 2030 - January 22, 2026
Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Trade, and Services Economy at Transilvania University of Brașov
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008

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Software & Internet, Professional Services

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