I am a tri-lingual backend developer with over 25 years of experience delivering high-availability web platforms and scalable SaaS systems using PHP, Laravel, MySQL/PostgreSQL, Redis, and Docker. I have deep expertise in modern backend architecture, microservices, and performance optimization, and a track record of delivering high-traffic platforms with complex integrations. I value clean, maintainable code and thrive in remote-first, collaborative teams. I'm passionate about writing clean, maintainable code and contributing to remote-first, cross-functional teams. I enjoy building sandboxed testing environments, designing robust APIs, and refactoring legacy systems to modern, scalable architectures.

Julian Llantén

I am a tri-lingual backend developer with over 25 years of experience delivering high-availability web platforms and scalable SaaS systems using PHP, Laravel, MySQL/PostgreSQL, Redis, and Docker. I have deep expertise in modern backend architecture, microservices, and performance optimization, and a track record of delivering high-traffic platforms with complex integrations. I value clean, maintainable code and thrive in remote-first, collaborative teams. I'm passionate about writing clean, maintainable code and contributing to remote-first, cross-functional teams. I enjoy building sandboxed testing environments, designing robust APIs, and refactoring legacy systems to modern, scalable architectures.

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I am a tri-lingual backend developer with over 25 years of experience delivering high-availability web platforms and scalable SaaS systems using PHP, Laravel, MySQL/PostgreSQL, Redis, and Docker. I have deep expertise in modern backend architecture, microservices, and performance optimization, and a track record of delivering high-traffic platforms with complex integrations. I value clean, maintainable code and thrive in remote-first, collaborative teams.
I’m passionate about writing clean, maintainable code and contributing to remote-first, cross-functional teams. I enjoy building sandboxed testing environments, designing robust APIs, and refactoring legacy systems to modern, scalable architectures.

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Language

English
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French
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Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience

Senior Backend Developer at Aylo - Nutaku
May 1, 2020 - Present
Maintained and enhanced high-traffic PHP/Laravel systems handling millions of users and 1900+ games. Developed a PCI-compliant payment gateway with 3DS2 tokenization, rolled out to 20M+ customers. Built sandboxed testing environments for external game developers. Created a microservice-based global notification system to broadcast user events across platforms (web, mobile, desktop). Led refactoring of legacy systems, whitelabel architecture, and OAuth expansion. Tech stack: PHP 7–8, Laravel 7–12, MySQL 5.7/8, Redis, Docker, Git, Ubuntu 22.04, Websockets, PHPUnit, Zend 1.12
Senior Backend Developer at BCL Group
January 1, 2018 - February 1, 2021
Built secure RESTful APIs for HIPAA-compliant remote medical services platform. Designed Android and iOS app architecture and backend endpoints. Supported backend design and development across several client-facing services.
Senior Analyst / Web Developer at DataCandy Inc / Paystone
January 1, 2017 - March 1, 2020
Migrated a 1.3M+ line legacy PHP codebase to PHP 7+, introducing SOLID principles and object-oriented design. Developed customer-facing and internal tools to enhance engagement and reduce bounce rate. Refactored billing portals to meet PCI compliance requirements. Worked across 15+ interconnected projects with cross-functional teams.
CTO / Lead Researcher at Quantica Soluciones
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2019
Responsible for IT decisions and R&D opportunities for web-based applications. Analyzed and developed code for municipal tax preparation software (web-based) and end-user tax services (web-based).
Senior Web Analyst / Developer at Groupe Planon (Site Alpha)
September 1, 2012 - December 1, 2016
Migrated standalone enterprise application to a multi-tenant SaaS platform. Rebuilt UI with AngularJS, Bootstrap, and responsive HTML5. Refactored legacy monolith into modular Web 2.0 architecture.
Web Developer (Earlier Experience) at Gamma Entertainment (Netfam e & Media Traffic), Avity LLC, Metrored Colombia (ISP), and CENDA
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2012
Built scalable backend systems for high-traffic platforms including AdXpansion. Led frontend integration of Google Analytics and A/B testing across 50+ sites. Designed CRM and billing systems for telecom and educational institutions using PHP, PostgreSQL, and Linux. Worked on video streaming platforms, CDN integration, and deployment automation (Bash, SVN, PHP).

Education

B.S. in Computer Systems Engineering (minor in Business Administration) at ICESI University, Cali, Colombia
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000
Networks & Communications Specialist at ICESI University, Cali, Colombia
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Professional Services

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