I'm a Senior Software Engineer with 20+ years of experience turning complex problems into reliable, scalable software. I've built across finance, e-commerce, IoT, and logistics, rescuing legacy systems, boosting performance, and shipping features that move the needle for businesses and customers. My core strengths are backend development with PHP (Laravel, Magento, Symfony) and Node.js (NestJS, Express), backed by solid database design with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and NoSQL. I also bring DevOps and CI/CD discipline and I'm comfortable deploying in AWS. On the frontend, I've worked with React and Vue to ensure smooth, user-friendly experiences. I lead architecture and delivery for startups and enterprises, balancing pragmatic engineering with strong collaboration. I enjoy modernizing data platforms, building scalable services, and delivering solutions that are reliable, observable, and secure. I value clear communication, continuous learning, and shipping features that genuinely improve business outcomes for customers and partners.…

Rian Orie

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I'm a Senior Software Engineer with 20+ years of experience turning complex problems into reliable, scalable software. I've built across finance, e-commerce, IoT, and logistics, rescuing legacy systems, boosting performance, and shipping features that move the needle for businesses and customers. My core strengths are backend development with PHP (Laravel, Magento, Symfony) and Node.js (NestJS, Express), backed by solid database design with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and NoSQL. I also bring DevOps and CI/CD discipline and I'm comfortable deploying in AWS. On the frontend, I've worked with React and Vue to ensure smooth, user-friendly experiences. I lead architecture and delivery for startups and enterprises, balancing pragmatic engineering with strong collaboration. I enjoy modernizing data platforms, building scalable services, and delivering solutions that are reliable, observable, and secure. I value clear communication, continuous learning, and shipping features that genuinely improve business outcomes for customers and partners.…

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I’m a Senior Software Engineer with 20+ years of experience turning complex problems into reliable, scalable software. I’ve built across finance, e-commerce, IoT, and logistics, rescuing legacy systems, boosting performance, and shipping features that move the needle for businesses and customers. My core strengths are backend development with PHP (Laravel, Magento, Symfony) and Node.js (NestJS, Express), backed by solid database design with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and NoSQL. I also bring DevOps and CI/CD discipline and I’m comfortable deploying in AWS. On the frontend, I’ve worked with React and Vue to ensure smooth, user-friendly experiences.

I lead architecture and delivery for startups and enterprises, balancing pragmatic engineering with strong collaboration. I enjoy modernizing data platforms, building scalable services, and delivering solutions that are reliable, observable, and secure. I value clear communication, continuous learning, and shipping features that genuinely improve business outcomes for customers and partners.

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Skills

Experience Level

Freelance Gig
Expert
PHP
Expert
PostgreSQL
Expert
Node.js
Expert
MySQL
Expert
JavaScript
Expert
Laravel
Expert
Docker
Expert
Magento
Expert
Express
Expert
Vue.js
Expert
Symfony
Expert
TypeScript
Expert
Elasticsearch
Expert
React JS
Expert
Redis
Expert
MongoDB
Expert
DynamoDB
Intermediate
AWS
Intermediate
Stripe
Intermediate
Python
Intermediate
Rust
Beginner
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Language

English
Fluent
Dutch
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance / Independent Senior Full Stack Engineer at Self-employed / Freelance
September 1, 2009 - Present
Freelance Senior Software Engineer focusing on backend development and system architecture for startups, SMEs, and enterprise clients. Deliver full-stack solutions, modernize legacy systems, scale data platforms, and build new products. Key projects include confidential client work and Streamline IoT platform improvements, involving Laravel with Filament and TimescaleDB/PostGIS, real-time websockets, AWS-based event-driven architecture.
Head of IT / Lead Developer at Digital Village
March 1, 2019 - September 5, 2025
Led development and IT strategy for a portfolio of client projects, coordinating designers and developers to deliver bespoke, high-quality web solutions. Delivered custom marketing websites and Magento e-commerce platforms, built gamified subscription systems, and led projects on Statamic, Magento, Bolt.cm, WordPress, and Laravel, with focus on SEO, performance, and usability.
Lead developer at M&R Media
January 1, 2009 - September 5, 2025
Led development of software solutions, including a SAAS for uploading, managing, and selling music samples.
Internet Developer at Meyson Communicaite
January 1, 2008 - September 5, 2025
Built marketing websites for clients and automated internal processes.
Freelance PHP Developer at mEgo.com
January 1, 2007 - September 5, 2025
Backend PHP Developer at a startup, working on a custom framework.
Operations engineer at DJ Power Media Benelux
January 1, 2005 - September 5, 2025
Allround IT engineer, from system management to small webdevelopment projects using PHP and MySQL.

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Software Engineering at The Open University
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
MBI at ROC van Amsterdam
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, Government, Financial Services
    uniE621 Projektor - video publishing for indie filmmakers
    Built and scaled a modern video streaming platform designed to deliver high-quality, reliable experiences for users while optimizing infrastructure costs. I led backend and system architecture, integrating secure payment flows, video encoding, and storage pipelines into a seamless service. The project included migrating two legacy platforms into a unified solution, reducing infrastructure spend by 75% while increasing performance and stability. Leveraging cloud infrastructure and modern frameworks, Projektor grew into a flexible, scalable platform capable of supporting ongoing feature development and future expansion. nodejs postgres nextjs nestjs amazon aws…
    uniE621 Euro-Caps – Marketing Website for Coffee Capsule Producer
    Designed and delivered a modern marketing website for Euro-Caps, a leading private-label coffee capsule manufacturer. The project focused on creating a clean, engaging digital presence that showcased Euro-Caps’ production capabilities, sustainability initiatives, and product range. By combining a polished design with reliable backend infrastructure, the new site improved brand visibility, supported sales efforts, and positioned Euro-Caps as a trusted partner for retailers and distributors worldwide. statamic marketing design…
    uniE621 Belmondofoto.nl – Collaborative Photo Book Creator
    Revamped the marketing & UX platform for Belmondofoto.nl, a service that lets individuals or groups design personalized photo books together. The project focused on creating a seamless, high-quality user experience, making it simple for users to start a photobook, invite collaborators, customize layouts (covers, backgrounds, texts, stickers), and preview the final product—all without installing any software. By improving the editor tools, refining the order & delivery workflows, and ensuring clarity in pricing and formats, the site now delivers faster, more reliable order processing and higher conversion for gift-buyers. The redesign also emphasized showcasing premium print quality, examples & themes, and building trust via strong customer reviews. With shipping within five business days and clear communication around production options, the platform strengthens Belmondofoto’s position as a go-to for meaningful gifts and lasting memories. branding marketing website javascript e-commerce…