I am a senior web developer with 15+ years of experience delivering custom WordPress, PHP and JavaScript solutions for Canada’s top agencies and global brands. I specialize in scalable CMS architecture, custom theme and plugin development, deployment automation, and leading cross-functional development teams. I work with modern stacks including React, WordPress, Laravel, Docker, and AWS, and I’m passionate about accessibility, performance, and SEO best practices. In everything I do, I aim to build robust, user-friendly experiences that scale. I enjoy collaborating with product and design teams to translate complex requirements into clean, maintainable code and well-structured architectures. I’m continually refining processes to improve delivery speed, reliability, and team growth while keeping accessibility and security at the forefront.

Michael Turner

I am a senior web developer with 15+ years of experience delivering custom WordPress, PHP and JavaScript solutions for Canada’s top agencies and global brands. I specialize in scalable CMS architecture, custom theme and plugin development, deployment automation, and leading cross-functional development teams. I work with modern stacks including React, WordPress, Laravel, Docker, and AWS, and I’m passionate about accessibility, performance, and SEO best practices. In everything I do, I aim to build robust, user-friendly experiences that scale. I enjoy collaborating with product and design teams to translate complex requirements into clean, maintainable code and well-structured architectures. I’m continually refining processes to improve delivery speed, reliability, and team growth while keeping accessibility and security at the forefront.

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I am a senior web developer with 15+ years of experience delivering custom WordPress, PHP and JavaScript solutions for Canada’s top agencies and global brands. I specialize in scalable CMS architecture, custom theme and plugin development, deployment automation, and leading cross-functional development teams. I work with modern stacks including React, WordPress, Laravel, Docker, and AWS, and I’m passionate about accessibility, performance, and SEO best practices.

In everything I do, I aim to build robust, user-friendly experiences that scale. I enjoy collaborating with product and design teams to translate complex requirements into clean, maintainable code and well-structured architectures. I’m continually refining processes to improve delivery speed, reliability, and team growth while keeping accessibility and security at the forefront.

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Language

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Work Experience

WordPress Developer (Contract/Remote) at Publicis Groupe
December 22, 2024 - July 10, 2025
Delivered pixel-perfect WordPress pages from Figma using Elementor and custom CSS/JS. Ensured cross-device responsiveness and design consistency with stakeholders.
WordPress Developer (Contract/Remote) at Surrey Place
September 30, 2024 - July 10, 2025
Led WordPress architecture and deployment strategy for a seasonal camp registration site. Built Stripe-based gateway with installment options (30/40/30 split). Developed React filters to sort camps by age, skill, and location. Set up CI/CD pipeline with Bitbucket and WPEngine; maintained high coding standards.
Senior Developer (Contract/Remote) at BLVD Agency Inc.
December 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Delivered scalable WordPress builds using Roots.io, Sage, ACF, Blade, and Elementor. Built a Channel Guide SPA with React and WP JSON APIs. Created multi-domain content sync system and a WordPress dashboard for dealership training. Automated deployments using SSH and Buddy.
Senior Developer (Full-time/On Site) at HumanContact Inc.
July 31, 2019 - July 10, 2025
Built Laravel-based KPI dashboards integrated with multilingual WordPress sites. Led CI/CD strategy using Docker and AWS Elastic Beanstalk. Mentored junior devs and guided WordPress architecture decisions.
Full Stack Developer at Cossette
April 30, 2018 - July 10, 2025
Built secure, multi-locale Laravel portal with 2FA and multi-step registration. Developed AEM components and ensured WCAG Level 2 accessibility. Deployed AWS-based environments with EC2 and RDS.
Lead Developer at Grassriots Inc.
September 30, 2017 - July 10, 2025
Managed dev team delivering Drupal/WordPress sites for non-profits like Greenpeace and UNICEF. Integrated Engaging Networks & Luminate CRMs; ensured WCAG compliance.
Technology Lead at Real Interactive / 6 Degrees
November 30, 2016 - July 10, 2025
Led agency team across national campaigns for Buckley’s, Revlon, and Heart & Stroke. Created modular WordPress microsite system with form/quiz architecture and reporting. Streamlined deployments using Bitbucket Pipelines and Docker.
Senior WordPress Developer at GoCactus Inc.
September 30, 2015 - July 10, 2025
Built scalable WordPress and Shopify solutions. Led client meetings, project estimates, and improved team workflows.
Senior WordPress Developer at Zync Communications
February 28, 2015 - July 10, 2025
Delivered WordPress and Drupal solutions with WPML/WPMU. Led training sessions and team-wide WCAG implementation.
Senior Web Developer at Bensimon Byrne
January 31, 2014 - July 10, 2025
Built CMS prototypes for clients like Scotiabank using GatherContent API. Delivered parallax sites and UX-optimized front-end builds.
Developer at TAXI Inc.
December 31, 2012 - July 10, 2025
Built WordPress and PHP/CodeIgniter solutions for Canadian Tire, KRAFT, Koodo. Developed Facebook apps and gamified microsites (e.g., TELUS Big Picture). Focused on mobile-first, accessible design.
WordPress Developer (Contract/Remote) at Publicis Groupe
December 21, 2024 - July 10, 2025
Delivered pixel-perfect WordPress pages from Figma using Elementor and custom CSS/JS. Ensured cross-device responsiveness and design consistency with stakeholders.
WordPress Developer (Contract/Remote) at Surrey Place
September 30, 2024 - July 10, 2025
Led WordPress architecture and deployment strategy for a seasonal camp registration site. Built a Stripe-based gateway with installment options (30/40/30 split). Developed React filters to sort camps by age, skill, and location. Set up CI/CD pipeline with Bitbucket and WPEngine; maintained high coding standards.
Senior Developer (Contract/Remote) at BLVD Agency Inc.
December 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025
Delivered scalable WordPress builds using Roots.io, Sage, ACF, Blade, and Elementor. Built a Channel Guide SPA with React and WP JSON APIs. Created multi-domain content sync system and a WordPress dashboard for dealership training. Automated deployments using SSH and Buddy.
Senior Developer (Full-time/On Site) at HumanContact Inc.
July 31, 2019 - July 10, 2025
Built Laravel-based KPI dashboards integrated with multilingual WordPress sites. Led CI/CD strategy using Docker and AWS Elastic Beanstalk. Mentored junior devs and guided WordPress architecture decisions.
Full Stack Developer at Cossette
April 30, 2018 - July 10, 2025
Built secure, multi-locale Laravel portal with 2FA and multi-step registration. Developed AEM components and ensured WCAG Level 2 accessibility. Deployed AWS-based environments with EC2 and RDS.
Lead Developer at Grassriots Inc.
September 30, 2017 - July 10, 2025
Managed dev team delivering Drupal/WordPress sites for non-profits like Greenpeace and UNICEF. Integrated Engaging Networks & Luminate CRMs; ensured WCAG compliance.
Technology Lead at Real Interactive / 6 Degrees
November 30, 2016 - July 10, 2025
Led agency team across national campaigns for Buckley’s, Revlon, and Heart & Stroke. Created modular WordPress microsite system with form/quiz architecture and reporting. Streamlined deployments using Bitbucket Pipelines and Docker.
Senior WordPress Developer at GoCactus Inc.
September 30, 2015 - July 10, 2025
Built scalable WordPress and Shopify solutions. Led client meetings, project estimates, and improved team workflows.
Senior WordPress Developer at Zync Communications
February 28, 2015 - July 10, 2025
Delivered WordPress and Drupal solutions with WPML/WPMU. Led training sessions and team-wide WCAG implementation.
Senior Web Developer at Bensimon Byrne
January 31, 2014 - July 10, 2025
Built CMS prototypes for clients like Scotiabank using GatherContent API. Delivered parallax sites and UX-optimized front-end builds.
Developer at TAXI Inc.
December 31, 2012 - July 10, 2025
Built WordPress and PHP/CodeIgniter solutions for Canadian Tire, KRAFT, Koodo. Developed Facebook apps and gamified microsites such as TELUS Big Picture. Focused on mobile-first, accessible design.
Full Stack Developer at Industrial Arts
February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Engineered a headless WordPress and React application for a property company, leveraging the WordPress GraphQL API to deliver dynamic, user-centric front-end experiences designed in Figma.
WordPress Developer (Freelance) at Quickly Hire
February 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Freelance WordPress development and consulting for multiple clients, delivering front-end and back-end enhancements, custom themes and plugins, performance optimizations, and CI/CD workflows.
Senior Developer (Contract/Remote) at BLVD Agency Inc.
August 1, 2019 - December 1, 2023
Delivered scalable WordPress builds using Roots.io (Sage), ACF, Blade, and Elementor; built a React + WP REST/GraphQL-powered Channel Guide SPA; created multi-domain content sync and a dealership training dashboard; automated deployments via SSH and Buddy.
Senior Developer (Contract/Remote) at Cossette
November 1, 2017 - April 1, 2018
Led WordPress architecture and deployment strategy for client sites; ensured accessibility and performance optimization; implemented modern WordPress workflows and deployment practices.
Senior Developer at Grassroots Inc.
December 1, 2016 - September 1, 2017
Managed dev efforts delivering Drupal/WordPress sites for non-profits; integrated CRMs; implemented accessibility standards and multi-lingual capabilities.
Lead Developer at Real Interactive / 6 Degrees
September 1, 2015 - November 1, 2016
Led a multi-domain WordPress portal with 2FA and multi-tenant registration; developed AWS deployments and componentry; contributed to AEM components and WP JSON API integrations.
Senior Web Developer at Ben Simon Byrne
December 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Built CMS prototypes for clients (e.g., Scotia Bank) using GatherContent API; delivered parallax sites and optimized front-end builds.
Senior Web Developer at TAXI Inc.
July 1, 2010 - December 1, 2012
Developed WordPress and PHP/CodeIgniter solutions for Canadian Tire, Kraft, and Koodo; built Facebook apps and gamified microsites; emphasized mobile-first, accessible design.
Developer at GoCactus Inc.
February 1, 2015 - September 1, 2015
Built scalable WordPress and Shopify solutions; led client meetings, project estimates, and improved team workflows.
Senior WordPress Developer at Zync Communications
January 1, 2014 - February 1, 2015
Delivered WordPress and Drupal solutions; led training sessions and implemented WCAG compliance.

Education

Diploma at Herzing College
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
General Arts and Science at Fanshawe College
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999
Diploma at Herzing College
January 1, 0001 - January 1, 0001
General Arts and Science at Fanshawe College
January 1, 0001 - January 1, 0001
Diploma in Information Technology and Application Development at Herzing College
January 11, 2030 - May 12, 2026
General Arts and Science at Fanshawe College
January 11, 2030 - May 12, 2026

Qualifications

Node.js: The Complete Guide to Build RESTful APIs
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025
Node with React: Fullstack Web Development
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025
React for Beginners: Build an App & Learn the Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025
Learning Full-Stack JavaScript Development: MongoDB, Node, and React
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025
Learning MongoDB
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025
Learning NoSQL Databases
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025
Redux CRUD
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025
Node with React: Fullstack Web Development
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Government

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