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I’m Merlin Ponnachan, a Magento and web developer with a passion for building robust e-commerce solutions. I specialize in Magento 2, frontend and backend development, and performance optimization to boost user experience and conversions. I thrive on automating processes and delivering reliable, scalable systems that meet business goals.
I recently worked on delivering a grocery marketplace project at OMA Emirates, focusing on marketplace features, API integrations, and improving data integrity and operational efficiency.
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Language
English
Fluent
Malayalam
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Work Experience
Magento Developer at OMA Emirates
March 1, 2025 - September 9, 2025Developed a fully-functional grocery marketplace on Magento 2 CE, integrating and customizing third-party extensions and adding new functionalities for product import, order management, vendor interactions, and vendor dashboards. Implemented dynamic shipping calculations, enhanced admin capabilities, and automated data workflows. Improved performance with full-page caching via Varnish, optimized queries, and real-time product imports using cron jobs and message queues. Created REST and GraphQL APIs to interface with POS systems and Tally, and authored comprehensive technical documentation, including test cases and troubleshooting guides.
Magento Developer (Part-time) at Valuecom Infosolutions Private Limited
October 1, 2023 - September 9, 2025Contributed to multiple Magento frontend projects, debugged and resolved backend issues, customized modules, and implemented new features. Wrote clean, efficient code for both frontend and backend development.
Software Engineer at Yatnam Technologies
October 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025Worked on web development for both Magento 2 Community/Enterprise editions, focusing on module customization and feature enhancements. Executed migration from Magento 1 to Magento 2, ensuring improved performance, security, and scalability. Maintained and improved client e-commerce websites, delivering reliable frontend and backend functionality and collaborating closely with customers to meet requirements.
Magento Developer at OMA Emirates
March 1, 2025 - September 9, 2025Developed a functional grocery marketplace on Magento 2 CE with marketplace features, third-party extension integrations, vendor dashboards, dynamic shipping calculations, and admin tools for product import and status tracking. Optimized performance with full-page caching via Varnish and query optimization, achieving an 80-85% reduction in page load times. Automated vendor product imports using cron jobs and message queues; implemented observers to synchronize custom import tables with product-related events to ensure data integrity and recovery. Built REST and GraphQL APIs to integrate with POS systems and Tally. Authored technical documentation and troubleshooting guides. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet tight deadlines.
Magento Developer at Valuecom Infosolutions Private Limited
October 1, 2023 - September 9, 2025Contributed to multiple Magento projects with a focus on frontend development, backend debugging, module customization, and feature enhancements. Wrote clean, efficient code for both frontend and backend, and collaborated with clients and designers to deliver solutions.
Software Engineer at Yatnam Technologies
October 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025Worked on web development for Magento 2 CE and EE, specializing in module customization and feature enhancement. Migrated from Magento 1 to Magento 2 to improve performance, security, and scalability. Maintained and improved clients' e-commerce sites, ensuring seamless frontend and backend functionality; wrote clean, tested code and resolved issues. Collaborated with customers to understand requirements and deliver robust solutions.
Education
Master of Technology in VLSI and Embedded System at APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University
January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2018Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication at Cochin University of Science and Technology
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016Master of Technology in VLSI and Embedded System at APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University
January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2018Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication at Cochin University of Science and Technology
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016Qualifications
Certified Agile Scrum Master
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Career Essentials in Project Management
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Ecommerce Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Product management
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Salesforce
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Certified Agile Scrum Master
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Career Essentials in Project Management
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Ecommerce Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Product Management
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Salesforce
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
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