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I am a highly skilled Senior PHP Full-Stack/Back End Developer with over 20 years of experience in software engineering, full-stack web development, and IT project management. I design, develop, and optimize scalable, high-performance applications using PHP (Laravel, CodeIgniter, Symfony, CakePHP), JavaScript (Vue.js, Node.js, Express.js), and MySQL / MongoDB, and I excel at leading Agile teams and implementing DevOps practices.
I specialize in API development, database optimization, and secure system architecture, with a strong focus on TDD, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into innovative, user-friendly software solutions and driving digital transformation with cloud-based solutions (AWS, Docker, Vagrant).
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Language
Greek, Modern
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Arabic
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Work Experience
Senior PHP Back End Developer at Digital Media Technologies
November 1, 2019 - November 4, 2025Led the end-to-end development and maintenance of a high-resolution digital signage management system for campaigns across sites, screens, and locations. Implemented real-time monitoring and reporting for ad plays using Python, MySQL, and MongoDB; integrated Salesforce CRM and Scala Ad Manage System for data import/export. Wrote Bash scripts on Linux servers for automated reporting. Built a Docker-based development environment and established GitLab-based version control. Collaborated with stakeholders to optimize workflows and align with strategic goals.
Senior PHP Back End Developer at Digital Media Technologies
November 1, 2019 - November 1, 2019Designed and built the Loans System Manager (LMS), migrating from legacy .NET/SQL Server to PHP Laravel stack; Admin UI created with Vue.js and Element UI; Developed RESTful APIs, web services, and cron jobs; Implemented PHPUnit-based testing.
Senior PHP Developer, Principal Software Engineer at Uncle Buck Finance LLP
May 1, 2018 - May 1, 2018Developed backend architecture for remote gaming servers and engines; Migrated Flash-based games to HTML5 using Vue.js and Pixi.js; Set up Raspberry Pi as Web & Game Server for offline casino operations; Implemented security enhancements including disk/data encryption for offline copies.
Hospital Information Systems Specialist at Interbalkan European Medical Center
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015Designed healthcare IT system for patient data management; Participated in HIS implementation at a major international hospital; Integrated lab and radiology instruments with Windows Server 2012R2 and SQL Server 2012; Created real-time dashboards and reporting tools.
Senior PHP Developer / Software Engineer and Developer at INFOWOOD Α.Ε
November 1, 2012 - November 1, 2012Designed and managed company websites using Drupal, Joomla, and custom PHP CMS; Implemented a custom MVC-based CMS for client portals.
Outsource Software Engineer and .NET C# developer at INFOWOOD Α.Ε
August 1, 2014 - August 1, 2014Analyzed and developed large-scale ERP, mini-market, and store management systems using .NET - C# and SQL Server; Database design, stored procedures/triggers; Interfaced with COM/DCOM objects; Documented architecture using UML; SDLC and Agile practices.
IT Manager / Research assistant at University of Macedonia
October 1, 2008 - October 1, 2008Managed a telematics system project for automated call management in vehicles; Algorithms in Telematics and Voice/Speech Technology; ensured timely delivery and algorithm optimization.
Outsource PHP Developer and Programmer Analyst at International Greek University
September 1, 2008 - September 1, 2008Designed and developed distance learning system using Moodle; Created Web Services to integrate Moodle with the university registry system.
IT Consultant, Developer and Programmer Analyst at Cardisoft A.E
December 1, 2007 - December 1, 2007Developed ISO-compliant information systems and managed the ISTOS project; Designed intranet content management systems and ISO-compliant information systems.
Software Engineering / Programmer at C-Star e-solution A.E
February 1, 2005 - February 1, 2005Analysis, design, and development of online reservation application for Athens Olympics; DLLs in Visual Basic 5.0/6.0; Dynamic web apps and CMS using ASP, VB6, SQL Server 2000.
Senior PHP Back End Developer at Digital Media Technologies
November 30, 2019 - November 30, 2019Designed and developed the Loans System Manager (LMS), migrating from a legacy .NET/SQL Server stack to an open-source stack (PHP 7.x, MySQL 5.x, Laravel). Built administration UI with Vue.js and Element UI; created RESTful APIs, web services, and cron jobs; implemented PHPUnit tests to ensure code quality.
Senior PHP Developer, Principal Software Engineer at Uncle Buck Finance LLP
May 31, 2018 - May 31, 2018Developed backend architecture for remote gaming servers and gambling engines; analyzed and designed gaming modules and migrated from Flash to HTML5 using Vue.js and Pixi.js. Set up Raspberry Pi-based Web & Game Server for offline casino simulations and implemented security measures for data protection.
Hospital Information Systems Specialist at Interbalkan European Medical Center, Thessaloniki, Greece
January 31, 2015 - January 31, 2015Designed and implemented HIS to automate patient data management; contributed to HIS implementation, database integration, system administration, and module development; integrated lab and radiology instruments with Windows Server 2012 R2 and SQL Server 2012; created real-time dashboards and reporting tools.
Senior PHP Developer / Software Engineer and Developer at INFOWOOD A.E
November 30, 2012 - November 30, 2012Designed and managed websites using Drupal/Joomla and built a custom MVC CMS for portal sites; contributed to SDLC and team collaboration.
Outsource Software Engineer and .NET C# developer at INFOWOOD A.E
August 31, 2014 - August 31, 2014Designed and implemented large-scale ERP, mini-market, and store management systems using .NET/C# and SQL Server; created stored procedures and triggers; interfaced with COM/DCOM components; contributed to SDLC and Agile processes.
IT Manager / Research assistant at University of Macedonia / IntelBrain collaboration
October 31, 2008 - October 31, 2008Managed a Telematics System project for automated vehicle call management; developed algorithms and improved performance in Telematics and voice technologies.
Outsource PHP Developer and Programmer Analyst at International Greek University
September 30, 2008 - September 30, 2008Designed distance learning system using Moodle, PHP, and MySQL; built Web Services to integrate Moodle with the university registry.
IT Consultant, Developer and Programmer Analyst at Cardisoft A.E
December 31, 2007 - December 31, 2007Developed ISO-compliant information systems and managed the ISTOS project; designed intranet content management systems and ISO-compliant information systems.
Software Engineering / Programmer at C-Star e-solution A.E
February 28, 2005 - February 28, 2005Analysis, design and development of large-scale ERP, mini-market, and store management systems using .NET - C# and SQL Server; database design; development of stored procedures and triggers; interfacing COM/DCOM objects.
Education
BSc in Applied Informatics at University of Macedonia
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1999BSc in Applied Informatics at University of Macedonia - Department of Applied Informatics
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1999Qualifications
APMP Project Manager Training
December 1, 2012 - November 4, 2025APMP Project Manager Training
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2012Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Financial Services, Healthcare, Education, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Gaming, Professional Services, Other
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