I am a Backend Engineer specializing in PHP 8, Symfony, and modern backend architectures, with a strong ability to design and build new products, platforms, and technical solutions from the ground up. I’m driven by innovation — creating tools, redesigning systems, and developing fresh approaches that bring real value to clients. Beyond backend development, I work comfortably across React, Vue.js, Angular, and full-stack environments. This versatility allows me to understand user journeys, product goals, and business constraints, making it easier to turn ideas into fully functional solutions. What sets me apart is my ability to adapt to any industry or client background. Whether it’s travel, finance, e-commerce, internal systems, creative tools, or highly technical products, I quickly learn domain logic and transform requirements into practical, high-quality software. I enjoy taking a concept — even a raw one — and turning it into a working product with a clear structure, strong architecture, and long-term scalability. My focus is on building and innovating, not just maintaining. I look for projects where I can introduce modern practices, rethink processes, and deliver solutions that truly move things forward. I aim to create products that are maintainable, future-proof, and impactful for both the client and the end users. As a freelancer, I value clear communication, autonomy, and sustainable work-life balance. I choose missions where I can contribute meaningfully, deliver high-quality results, and stay aligned with my commitment to building modern and thoughtful software — inspired by both technical rigor and my creative background in music. Open to freelance missions, long-term collaborations, and full-time opportunities focused on innovation, product creation, and technical evolution.

Mahmoud Gargouri

I am a Backend Engineer specializing in PHP 8, Symfony, and modern backend architectures, with a strong ability to design and build new products, platforms, and technical solutions from the ground up. I’m driven by innovation — creating tools, redesigning systems, and developing fresh approaches that bring real value to clients. Beyond backend development, I work comfortably across React, Vue.js, Angular, and full-stack environments. This versatility allows me to understand user journeys, product goals, and business constraints, making it easier to turn ideas into fully functional solutions. What sets me apart is my ability to adapt to any industry or client background. Whether it’s travel, finance, e-commerce, internal systems, creative tools, or highly technical products, I quickly learn domain logic and transform requirements into practical, high-quality software. I enjoy taking a concept — even a raw one — and turning it into a working product with a clear structure, strong architecture, and long-term scalability. My focus is on building and innovating, not just maintaining. I look for projects where I can introduce modern practices, rethink processes, and deliver solutions that truly move things forward. I aim to create products that are maintainable, future-proof, and impactful for both the client and the end users. As a freelancer, I value clear communication, autonomy, and sustainable work-life balance. I choose missions where I can contribute meaningfully, deliver high-quality results, and stay aligned with my commitment to building modern and thoughtful software — inspired by both technical rigor and my creative background in music. Open to freelance missions, long-term collaborations, and full-time opportunities focused on innovation, product creation, and technical evolution.

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I am a Backend Engineer specializing in PHP 8, Symfony, and modern backend architectures, with a strong ability to design and build new products, platforms, and technical solutions from the ground up. I’m driven by innovation — creating tools, redesigning systems, and developing fresh approaches that bring real value to clients.

Beyond backend development, I work comfortably across React, Vue.js, Angular, and full-stack environments. This versatility allows me to understand user journeys, product goals, and business constraints, making it easier to turn ideas into fully functional solutions.

What sets me apart is my ability to adapt to any industry or client background. Whether it’s travel, finance, e-commerce, internal systems, creative tools, or highly technical products, I quickly learn domain logic and transform requirements into practical, high-quality software. I enjoy taking a concept — even a raw one — and turning it into a working product with a clear structure, strong architecture, and long-term scalability.

My focus is on building and innovating, not just maintaining. I look for projects where I can introduce modern practices, rethink processes, and deliver solutions that truly move things forward. I aim to create products that are maintainable, future-proof, and impactful for both the client and the end users.

As a freelancer, I value clear communication, autonomy, and sustainable work-life balance. I choose missions where I can contribute meaningfully, deliver high-quality results, and stay aligned with my commitment to building modern and thoughtful software — inspired by both technical rigor and my creative background in music.

Open to freelance missions, long-term collaborations, and full-time opportunities focused on innovation, product creation, and technical evolution.

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Language

French
Advanced
English
Advanced
Arabic
Advanced

Work Experience

Full-Stack Web Developer at Stratis World Wide
March 1, 2024 - September 20, 2025
Reduced mockup validation time by 40% thanks to the development of a Symfony + Vue.js platform. Optimized internal CRM with Redux integration and SQL query optimization, resulting in improved performance. Automated commit tracking using the GitLab API and collaborated with UI/UX teams to deliver high-quality, responsive deliverables.
Full-Stack Web Developer at Technology Travel Tourism
February 1, 2022 - February 1, 2024
Participated in the complete migration of the ERP from Zend 2 to Symfony, achieving notable performance and stability gains. Built business modules (reservations, reporting, customer tracking). Designed React.js / Bootstrap interfaces optimized for responsive design. Implemented SEO and frontend optimization to improve conversion rates.
Back End Developer (Symfony) at Monkey Factory
June 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021
Developed and documented REST APIs for the MyBus platform using Symfony; performed SQL optimization and endpoint tuning, reducing response times by approximately 30%. Contributed to Agile processes; developed Angular interfaces integrated with the APIs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Multimedia at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

DELF B2 French Language Certification
January 1, 2022 - December 12, 2025
IELTS B2 English Certification
January 1, 2024 - December 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality