Zeljko Djurić

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Senior PHP Developer with over 18 years of experience. I spent 8 years at Kolektiv Ltd.

About

Senior PHP Developer with over 18 years of experience. I spent 8 years at Kolektiv Ltd. in Sarajevo, working on a leading job board portal in my country.

For the past decade, I’ve focused on freelancing, enhancing both my technical expertise and my ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to different work environments.

  • 7 years' experience
  • Joined October 2025

Languages

  • BosnianFluent
  • CroatianFluent
  • SerbianFluent
  • EnglishAdvanced
  • GermanIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Professional Services
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 12 roles

Senior PHP Developer (Laravel) · Berlin History e.V.Aug 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 4 mos

Revamped and upgraded the backend of the Berlin History app, migrating to the latest Laravel versions, and engineered backend architecture for data-intensive modules. Implemented Redis-based data import processes, optimized geospatial data handling, and ensured seamless integration of multiple back-end components and APIs.

Senior PHP Developer (Laravel) · Karlmax Berlin GmbH & Co.Apr 2024 – Oct 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos

Overhauled the backend of the FruchtCheck app, migrating from Slim to Laravel; transformed the FruchtCheck app into a scalable SaaS platform; designed RESTful APIs and enhanced data import/export; migrated data handling to Laravel structures; developed REST interfaces for the Forum-X app.

Senior Backend PHP Developer (Laravel) · Secom Security Ltd.Sep 2022 – Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos

Scrutinized and resolved bugs within the existing rent-a-car web application; ensured optimal functionality; rectified critical issues across backend, frontend and API components; implemented new features and improved existing functionality; enhanced performance and user satisfaction.

Senior Backend PHP Developer (Laravel) · WTT CampusONE GmbHMay 2022 – Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 6 mos
Senior PHP Developer (Laravel) · Der Mega DealDec 2021 – Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 11 mos
Senior Backend PHP Developer (Laravel) · SimoTEC - System UGSep 2021 – Oct 2025 · 4 yrs 2 mos
Senior Backend PHP Developer (Laravel) · Star Editions Ltd.May 2021 – Oct 2025 · 4 yrs 6 mos
Senior Web Developer · Easy Legal DocsDec 2020 – Oct 2025 · 4 yrs 11 mos

Education

Matura (Mathematics & Informatics) · Gimnazija "Meša Selimović"1997 – 2001

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