I'm a software engineer with a strong foundation in full-stack development and a passion for building scalable web applications. I’ve delivered solutions using JavaScript, PHP/Laravel, and modern frameworks, while handling DevOps and AWS deployments to keep services reliable and fast. I enjoy collaborating with teams to ship robust, maintainable code and to continuously improve development processes. Away from code, I value learning new technologies, travel, and spending time with my family. I’m certified in First Aid and Health & Safety, and I bring a curious, hands-on approach to every project, along with a love for sports and music.

Justin Shine

I'm a software engineer with a strong foundation in full-stack development and a passion for building scalable web applications. I’ve delivered solutions using JavaScript, PHP/Laravel, and modern frameworks, while handling DevOps and AWS deployments to keep services reliable and fast. I enjoy collaborating with teams to ship robust, maintainable code and to continuously improve development processes. Away from code, I value learning new technologies, travel, and spending time with my family. I’m certified in First Aid and Health & Safety, and I bring a curious, hands-on approach to every project, along with a love for sports and music.

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I’m a software engineer with a strong foundation in full-stack development and a passion for building scalable web applications. I’ve delivered solutions using JavaScript, PHP/Laravel, and modern frameworks, while handling DevOps and AWS deployments to keep services reliable and fast. I enjoy collaborating with teams to ship robust, maintainable code and to continuously improve development processes.

Away from code, I value learning new technologies, travel, and spending time with my family. I’m certified in First Aid and Health & Safety, and I bring a curious, hands-on approach to every project, along with a love for sports and music.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Javascript and PHP/Laravel Developer at Jack & Pat London
July 25, 2025 - November 6, 2025
Developed a Laravel site leveraging Instagram, YouTube and TikTok APIs; performed server administration and DevOps on a Digital Ocean server; social media management with monetization planning.
TALL Stack Developer at The 350 Club / The Board Directory
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Built The Board Directory site using the TALL Stack. Implemented Livewire components for a dynamic search filter across FTSE 100/FTSE 250 members. Designed and deployed AWS architecture including EC2 Application Load Balancer, Auto Scaling Group, RDS, SES and Redis.
Javascript and PHP/Laravel Developer at Heni
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Built a Svelte.js and Tailwind site to promote and sell artworks. Upgraded Francis Bacon site from Drupal 8 to Drupal 11. Rebuilt PHP 5 Gerhard Richter site in Laravel and PHP 8. Conducted various data mining projects using MySQL for Directus GraphQL.
Vue JS and PHP/Laravel Developer at Promo Veritas
March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2021
Built a Vue.js application to manage promotions. Upgraded PHP from 7.1 to 7.4. Implemented AWS ECS & ECR for Docker containers and developed management reports.
Redux, React & PHP Developer at Jack & Pat Shine Ltd
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2019
Contract work for multiple clients. Built a Node.js app to manage files in AWS S3; implemented Redux with React hooks; WordPress as a headless CMS with custom REST API.
Frontend Developer at Merchant Cantos
September 30, 2019 - September 30, 2019
Frontend CSS/SCSS customization with Grunt. Used Vanilla TypeScript and jQuery; collaborated with testers to review pages; managed code with Git, Jira and Bitbucket.
Frontend Developer at Malta Code
March 1, 2019 - March 1, 2019
WordPress/TypeScript/Magento development; extensive WooCommerce integration; built a Node.js API-based POS system; used React on frontend and PHP 7 backend.
Team Lead Node JS & PHP Developer at Cashmio
January 31, 2019 - January 31, 2019
Developed a casino website using CodeIgniter 3; implemented Node.js socket communication with RabbitMQ; used Grunt for asset minification; led Agile sprints.
Senior PHP/Laravel & Node JS Developer at Videoslots
July 31, 2018 - July 31, 2018
Developed Back Office in Laravel 5.5; administered AWS-based Ubuntu MySQL Cluster; performed large-dataset MySQL querying; implemented CI with Jenkins and Docker.
PHP Contractor at Manchester Metropolitan University
March 1, 2017 - March 1, 2017
Developed new Prospectus Web App in CakePHP 3; performed general PHP tasks in Terminal Four CMS; updated PHP API classes; ensured compliance with university standards.
Web Development Manager at Henley & Partners Group
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2016
Led web development initiatives for the group, coordinating projects and teams to deliver high-quality web solutions.
Javascript / Php Developer at Oliver Marketing
December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Front-end and PHP development across multiple marketing projects; applied web standards and optimized performance.
Javascript / Php Developer at Queen Mary University
May 31, 2014 - May 31, 2014
JavaScript and PHP development across university projects; delivered compliant solutions.
Javascript / Php Developer at The Late Night Salon
December 31, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Frontend and backend development for client sites; maintained code quality and performance.
Javascript / Php Developer at Crab Creative
September 30, 2013 - September 30, 2013
Javascript and PHP development for creative agency projects; implemented dynamic features.
Javascript / Php Developer at Brandmovers Uk Ltd
August 31, 2013 - August 31, 2013
Frontend and backend development across campaigns; included CSS/JS optimizations.
Magento Developer at Royal Opera House
May 31, 2013 - May 31, 2013
Magento-based development for ROH projects; integration and customization tasks.
Javascript / Php Developer at ViveUnique
September 30, 2012 - September 30, 2012
Frontend and backend development using JavaScript and PHP; project-specific tasks.
Php Developer at Cellcast Interactive TV
April 30, 2012 - April 30, 2012
PHP development; involved in TV-related applications and integration with backend services.
Php Developer at InSolv Technologies Limited
November 30, 2008 - November 30, 2008
PHP development engagements for client projects.

Education

MSc in Software Engineering at NUI Maynooth
January 11, 2030 - November 6, 2025
BSc in Computer Science at University College Cork
January 11, 2030 - November 6, 2025
Java Certification at Institute of Commercial Management
January 11, 2030 - November 6, 2025

Qualifications

Java Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services