Matthew Legowicz

Full-Stack PHP Developer at yokit.co.uk

Developed and maintained the MyFarm Agricultural Management SaaS Platform, delivering worklog tracking, invoicing, payroll, and client coordination. Implemented a comprehensive worklog system with automatic season calculations, multi-harvest tracking, and complex field-crop relationships. Built an invoicing module with Xero API integration for automated accounting sync, VAT calculations, and CSV export. Integrated Stripe subscription billing with webhooks and a customer portal. Implemented role-based access control with granular permissions for owners, managers, and employees. Created reporting dashboards with date-range filtering, productivity analytics, and multi-format export. Optimized queries with indexing and eager loading; applied service layer and repositories; authored 200+ migrations. Notable achievements: resolved season assignment logic across calendar years; migrated jQuery to vanilla JS; optimized invoice calculations for multiple tax rates and custom items.

Web Developer / Technical SEO at MyCheapRemovals

Transformed the CRM platform from CodeIgniter to Laravel, elevating functionality and accelerating business growth; integration of Bootstrap, jQuery, and Vue.js. Drove technical SEO initiatives, optimizing site architecture and boosting page speed, resulting in a significant improvement in search rankings.

Senior Backend Developer at Intelligence22

Led the enhancement and upkeep of a digital marketing data visualization platform, employing PHP, Laravel, RDS, and Athena to improve functionality and performance. Designed and implemented a new data import system using PHP and Python within AWS, significantly improving data processing efficiency and system integration. Developed an advanced API ecosystem along with a frontend management interface, facilitating seamless process management and operations.

Senior Web Developer at OPOP Media LTD

Tasked with the development, deployment, and maintenance of complex backend systems primarily using PHP Laravel API, facilitating significant project scalability and performance. Provided mentorship to developers on deployment strategies, server, and database setup utilizing PLESK and AWS. Key projects include vanoffee.co.uk (PHP/Laravel API for mobile van coffee purchases with proximity-based client notifications and franchise readiness) and Signa Services (care home career management system).

Web Developer at WTH UK

Integral member of the web development team focusing on backend systems (OOP PHP, Procedural PHP, Custom MVC framework, MySQL) and frontend development (HTML/CSS/JS/jQuery). Developed content and offer management system in CodeIgniter/MySQL; Notable contributions include Cruise118.com migration from a custom MVC framework to CodeIgniter with ORM/MySQL, data translation MySQL to MongoDB for React/Next.js integration, Sixstarcruises.co.uk and RiverVoyages.co.uk with ORM, MongoDB, Algolia, and Bootstrap 4, and an internal CodeIgniter management system. Also gained foundational Linux server management experience.

Web Designer/Graphics Designer/Developer at Prestige Insurance

Front-end design and development for CRM front and back-end (PHP/MySQL/HTML/CSS/jQuery); developed and maintained insurance portals; created marketing materials and supported the brand through the online presence.

Web Designer/Developer at HCRU Ltd. (AIM-Legal)

Managed web and print materials, including a Case Management System (PHP procedural/MySQL). Provided technical support, maintained PCs, printers, and the local network, and supported deployment and branding efforts.

Web Designer/Developer at Self-Employed / Freelance

Engaged in diverse web projects focusing on SEO and modern web standards across WordPress, CodeIgniter and Laravel for clients including crispwhitesheets.com and gtexport.co.uk. Developed mycheapremovals.co.uk, a WordPress-based front-end with a custom PHP/MySQL (CodeIgniter) quotes/sales management system, enhancing business operations and customer interaction.

Warehouse Administrator at Stateside Foods

Oversaw administrative duties and operated forklifts in a frozen food factory, ensuring smooth warehouse operations and compliance with safety standards.

Project Leader, Graphic & Web Designer/Developer, and Sales of web services at Autoplanet

Led multiple roles focused on development and customer care for a car advertisement portal.

Military Service at Polish Government

Fulfilled national military service obligations, gaining discipline and teamwork.

Market Manager at Ninefingers

Managed retail operations, customer service, and online presence; organized charitable events.

Technician Electrician at PKP – Polish National Railways

Performed maintenance, repair, and installation of automation devices; developed broad technical skill set.

Market Manager at Ninefingers, Poland

Managed retail operations, customer service, and online presence; organized charitable events and promotions.

Project Leader / Graphic & Web Designer/Developer at Autoplanet, Poland

Led project initiatives and web/graphic development including a car advertisement portal and customer-relations tools.

Freelance Web Designer/Developer at Self-Employed

Delivered diverse freelance projects focusing on SEO and modern web standards; built WordPress and CodeIgniter/Laravel based sites and CRM components.