I am Fernando Stavski, a full-stack PHP developer with over 5 years of experience delivering scalable, secure web applications. I specialize in the PHP ecosystem (Laravel & Symfony) and focus on clean, maintainable code while modernizing legacy systems to meet business needs across Fintech, EdTech, and HealthTech. I continually expand my toolkit with Node.js and TypeScript, collaborate with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders, and I'm open to remote opportunities with relocation.

Fernando Stavski

I am Fernando Stavski, a full-stack PHP developer with over 5 years of experience delivering scalable, secure web applications. I specialize in the PHP ecosystem (Laravel & Symfony) and focus on clean, maintainable code while modernizing legacy systems to meet business needs across Fintech, EdTech, and HealthTech. I continually expand my toolkit with Node.js and TypeScript, collaborate with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders, and I'm open to remote opportunities with relocation.

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I am Fernando Stavski, a full-stack PHP developer with over 5 years of experience delivering scalable, secure web applications. I specialize in the PHP ecosystem (Laravel & Symfony) and focus on clean, maintainable code while modernizing legacy systems to meet business needs across Fintech, EdTech, and HealthTech.

I continually expand my toolkit with Node.js and TypeScript, collaborate with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders, and I’m open to remote opportunities with relocation.

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Language

Portuguese
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English
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Work Experience

PHP Developer (Contract | Remote) at Property360
February 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Led the end-to-end development of a greenfield international property management platform, replacing the legacy system. Designed core modules for users, tenants, properties, and leases; built a financial engine using Laravel and MySQL for automated billing, payments, invoice generation, and penalties. Implemented an analytics and reporting layer with optimized queries, ensuring data integrity and faster decision-making. Delivered a fast, responsive UI to significantly improve user experience compared to the legacy application.
Web & Backend Developer (Full-time / Remote) at Uniasselvi
September 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Resolved tickets, evolved internal modules, and maintained high-scale systems using PHP (Symfony) and Oracle PL/SQL. Implemented the PIX instant payment API, integrated revenue flows, and accelerated student enrollment. Refactored complex PL/SQL queries, implemented indexing strategies on Oracle databases, and improved performance for analytical reports. Updated legacy front-end interfaces with modern JavaScript/jQuery to enhance usability.
Full-Stack Developer (Full-time / Remote) at Wide Pay
March 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
Contributed to the development of a modular Fintech ERP/SaaS product. Implemented core features using in-house PHP framework and a JavaScript frontend, applying Clean Code principles and software architecture concepts. Completed electronic invoicing modules (NF-e, NF 21 & 22) for Brazilian tax compliance and supported e-commerce and inventory work flows. Participated in team code reviews and Kanban processes to improve quality and delivery.
PHP Developer (On-site) at Odonto Excellence Franchising
March 1, 2018 - March 1, 2021
Contributed to migration from PHP 5 to PHP 7, helping refactor deprecated code, enhancing portal security and performance. Developed an automated debt collection system, and built a dedicated module for orthodontics (scheduling, EHR, patient tracking). Updated older portal screens with jQuery/Bootstrap to improve usability for franchisees nationwide.

Education

Foundation degree, Computer Software Technology/Technician at Unopar
February 3, 2014 - December 16, 2016
Associate Degree in Web Systems Analysis and Development at UNOPAR – Norte do Paraná University, Brazil
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Education, Healthcare, Real Estate & Construction

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