Ajar Khalid

Senior Web Developer

Dravis Studio • Vollzeit

Feb 2025 - Present • 1 yr 3 mos

- Develop custom WordPress plugins and Shopify apps tailored to specific client requirements. - Build and maintain custom WordPress themes from scratch using best coding practices. - Customize and extend Shopify themes using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. - Integrate third-party APIs and develop custom functionalities to enhance site capabilities. - Optimize website performance for speed, responsiveness, and SEO across devices. - Handle complex WooCommerce and Shopify Plus configurations including checkout customization, payment integrations, and shipping logic. - Troubleshoot deeply technical issues and implement secure, scalable solutions. - Convert Figma/PSD designs into pixel-perfect, mobile-first websites. - Utilize version control systems (Git) and follow best practices for deployment and staging. - Lead and mentor junior developers in custom development workflows. - Perform regular site maintenance, database optimization, and codebase refactoring. - Stay current with the latest trends in WordPress core, Shopify development, and custom plugin architecture.

Full Stack Developer

Erasmus Barcelona • Freiberufler

Jul 2023 - Present • 2 yrs 10 mos

- Custom WordPress Development: Expertly designed and developed bespoke WordPress websites, enhancing user engagement and client satisfaction. - Mobile App Innovation: Created a high-performing mobile app for selling trips, driving significant user engagement among students visiting Barcelona. - Shopify Sales Boost: Strategically increased Shopify sales by 30% through effective store design, custom app integrations, and targeted marketing campaigns. - Amazon PPC Excellence: Improved Amazon PPC campaigns, achieving a 25% increase in ROI and enhancing product visibility. - Machine Learning Integration: Leveraged machine learning algorithms to optimize marketing strategies, resulting in a 20% increase in overall sales performance. - Cross-functional Collaboration: Worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and delivery. - Continuous Improvement: Dedicated to continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends to deliver cutting-edge solutions

Web Developer

Goal Tech Group • Vollzeit

Aug 2023 - Feb 2025 • 1 yr 6 mos

- Front-End Technologies: Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and React for building responsive, interactive, and modern user interfaces. - Back-End Expertise: Skilled in PHP, MySQL, and RESTful APIs, ensuring robust and scalable back-end solutions that support business needs. - E-commerce Expertise: Crafting online stores that drive sales and customer engagement through performance optimization and strategic design. - Technical SEO: Implementing best practices to improve site visibility and search rankings. - WordPress Development: Custom theme development, plugin integration, and site optimization using PHP for dynamic, content-driven websites. - Shopify Development: Store setup, theme customization, and app integration using Liquid, Shopify's templating language, to create flexible and powerful e-commerce experiences.