I am a backend PHP developer with 6–7 years of experience, specializing in Symfony and plain PHP. I have taken ownership of complex projects, delivering modern and scalable solutions while improving architecture and maintainability. I am passionate about writing clean, maintainable code adhering to SOLID principles and utilizing design patterns. With experience in Scrum methodology and close collaboration with DevOps, I ensure seamless deployments and efficient teamwork. My technical expertise includes MySQL, Vertica, Docker, Vagrant, and I hold a Drupal 8 Acquia certification.

Christian Ćirić

I am a backend PHP developer with 6–7 years of experience, specializing in Symfony and plain PHP. I have taken ownership of complex projects, delivering modern and scalable solutions while improving architecture and maintainability. I am passionate about writing clean, maintainable code adhering to SOLID principles and utilizing design patterns. With experience in Scrum methodology and close collaboration with DevOps, I ensure seamless deployments and efficient teamwork. My technical expertise includes MySQL, Vertica, Docker, Vagrant, and I hold a Drupal 8 Acquia certification.

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I am a backend PHP developer with 6–7 years of experience, specializing in Symfony and plain PHP. I have taken ownership of complex projects, delivering modern and scalable solutions while improving architecture and maintainability. I am passionate about writing clean, maintainable code adhering to SOLID principles and utilizing design patterns.

With experience in Scrum methodology and close collaboration with DevOps, I ensure seamless deployments and efficient teamwork. My technical expertise includes MySQL, Vertica, Docker, Vagrant, and I hold a Drupal 8 Acquia certification.

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Language

Croatian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Italian
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Work Experience

Software Engineer at EPAM Systems
December 1, 2022 - Present
Led the rewrite of a legacy application from plain PHP to Symfony 7 as the sole developer, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and adherence to modern best practices. Designed and implemented backend architectures, APIs, and services to meet evolving business requirements. Actively participated in Scrum ceremonies, ticket creation, estimation, and tracking. Streamlined development workflows using Docker, WSL2, and PhpStorm. Collaborated closely with DevOps teams during release cycles to ensure seamless deployments and minimize downtime.
Backend developer at Hexis d.o.o
December 1, 2022 - July 24, 2025
Fixed bugs on custom-tailored booking system developed in Phalcon, implemented custom themes and modules in WordPress and Drupal 8. Worked on various Phalcon and Symfony projects, deployed projects, and attended client meetings.
Wordpress Developer at Tempus media j.d.o.o
January 1, 2018 - July 24, 2025
Handled WordPress installations and migrations, built websites using premium themes and plugins, edited and added CSS rules, and optimized images for web.
Computer technician at Vargon d.o.o
August 1, 2017 - July 24, 2025
Maintained computers with Windows OS.

Education

Bachelor of arts at Vern - University of applied sciences
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
Telecommunications technician at High School of Electrical Engineering and Computing
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Italian elementary school at Scoula elementare Belvedere
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2007

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment

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