
Praveen Singh Shekhawat
Verified Expert in Engineering
Engineering Architect and Full-stack Developer
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Toptal member since September 18, 2019
Praveen builds software systems that scale. With 14 years of experience in leading distributed engineering teams across logistics, healthcare, SaaS, and fintech, he brings architecture leadership that most startups only find after their first major outage. Praveen does not just deliver code; he delivers systems that hold up under real growth.
Portfolio
Experience
- Software Architecture - 10 years
- Web Security - 4 years
- Machine Learning - 3 years
- Web Performance Optimization (WPO) - 2 years
- n8n - 2 years
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) - 1 year
- AI Agents - 1 year
- Data Lakes - 1 year
Preferred Environment
GitHub, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), AWS IoT, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Docker, CI/CD Pipelines, Jira, Slack, Windsurf, Claude Code
The most amazing...
...thing I've worked on was a React Native-based mobile app database, including MySQL, AWS, DynamoDB, and many 3rd-party APIs.
Work Experience
Tech Lead & Project Manager
Prnit India LLP
- Led a team of developers, managing multiple projects in a fast-paced service-based environment.
- Specialized in logistics, taxi booking, and food delivery applications, ensuring high-performance solutions.
- Delivered scalable mobile and admin platforms using Node.js, Laravel, and React Native with a microservices architecture.
- Designed optimized database structures and project architecture for efficiency and scalability.
- Defined project roadmaps, timelines, and technical strategies to ensure smooth development and timely delivery.
- Acted as the primary technical liaison, providing regular updates and insights to clients.
Senior Full-stack Developer
Are Media
- Led performance improvement initiatives, optimizing code and database queries to enhance system efficiency.
- Designed and developed new Gutenberg components for an improved WordPress editing experience.
- Worked on WordPress Multisite setups, ensuring seamless functionality and performance across multiple sites.
- Conducted thorough code reviews, enforced best practices, and improved overall code maintainability.
- Analyzed and optimized database queries, improving response times and system scalability.
- Contributed to various enhancements, including refactoring, bug fixes, and feature development.
Technical Consultant
Aussie English
- Implemented WooCommerce for clients, increasing online sales by 20% and conversion rates by 15%.
- Streamlined payment processes by configuring PayPal and Stripe, reducing payment processing time by 25% and ensuring secure transactions.
- Leveraged AWS and Google Cloud to improve website performance, reducing page load times by 30% and enhancing scalability.
- Led the development of responsive designs, enhancing user experience and reducing bounce rates by 10%.
- Orchestrated Agile sprints and facilitated coordination with distributed teams through Bitbucket and Trello, improving project delivery times by 15%.
- Provided comprehensive end-to-end solutions, including server migration, web server management, database design, and SQL performance optimization, reducing operational costs by 20%.
- Contributed to Progressive Web Applications (PWAs), increasing mobile user engagement by 40% and mobile sales by 25%.
- Integrated various systems, databases, and API connectors, improving operational efficiency by 30% and enhancing website functionality.
WooCommerce Developer
Freedom Hearing LLC (dba American Hearing + Audiology)
- Developed a multivendor module and integrated a custom payment gateway for PayJunction with WooCommerce.
- Utilized Trello as a reporting tool to track and resolve bugs.
- Managed the launch process, achieving over 1,000 orders in the 1st month.
WordPress Developer (via Sarnet Communications Inc.)
Let's Get Married
- Spearheaded the development of an innovative eCommerce solution tailored for brides and vendors, growing online sales and improving user engagement.
- Pioneered the creation of an event management system, enabling vendors to purchase exhibition booths and interact with an interactive floor plan, improving booth bookings and vendor satisfaction.
- Developed a subscription-based module that increased user retention and recurring revenue.
- Implemented an installment-based payment system module, simplifying payment processes and reducing payment processing time.
- Designed an ad magazine tool for calculating ad pricing based on placement, size, and page choice, boosting ad sales and enhancing user experience.
- Architected a solution for seamless communication between two websites and databases, reducing data transfer time and enhancing data accuracy.
- Introduced efficient workflow processes, reducing project turnaround times and increasing productivity within the development team.
- Crafted custom WordPress plugins to address specific project needs, enhancing website functionality and user experience.
- Optimized database performance, resulting in quicker data retrieval and overall system efficiency.
- Integrated data from various sources, providing clients with a unified view of their business data for better decision-making.
Full-stack WordPress Developer
REOL Services
- Gathered high-level requirements, collaborated with stakeholders, and translated their needs into technical tasks and estimates, ensuring clear project objectives.
- Designed and developed custom themes for WordPress websites, delivering sites with a unique and visually appealing look.
- Implemented performance optimization techniques, enhancing site speed and responsiveness for a seamless user experience.
- Provided valuable enhancements to existing websites, improving their functionality and user interface.
- Undertook full-stack development, handling front- and back-end tasks, resulting in cohesive and well-integrated websites.
- Integrated various APIs to enhance website functionality and provide users with interactive features and real-time data.
- Collaborated with design teams to bring shared design concepts to life, ensuring the creation of visually striking and user-friendly websites.
- Demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of technologies, including PHP, WordPress, HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript, to deliver robust websites.
- Managed code using Git repositories on GitHub, ensuring code traceability and collaboration among team members.
- Managed databases, including MySQL, ensuring data integrity and optimized database performance.
WordPress Developer | Website Speed Optimization
Winning Social, LLC (via Toptal)
- Configured Apache caches to significantly enhance website speed, providing users with faster and more responsive pages.
- Optimized WordPress plugins, resulting in a substantial improvement in website speed and overall performance.
- Designed and implemented a custom WordPress plugin that facilitated seamless Git data migration from development to staging and staging to production, streamlining the deployment process.
- Improved the website's PageSpeed score on Google PageSpeed Insights, ensuring a better user experience and higher search engine rankings.
- Migrated the server to Google Cloud, transferring all website components from the Pantheon server to Google, enhancing server performance and scalability.
- Implemented various strategies and optimizations that led to a substantial boost in website performance, faster load times, and smoother user interactions.
- Prioritized user experience by optimizing site navigation, layout, and responsive design, increasing user satisfaction and engagement.
- Applied a deep understanding of site speed optimization techniques, ensuring that websites met high-speed standards for optimal user experiences.
- Maintained open lines of communication with cross-functional teams, fostering collaborative efforts for project success.
- Employed data-driven SEO strategies, including Yoast SEO, to enhance website visibility and search engine rankings, ultimately driving more organic traffic.
WordPress Developer
Quiet Notion USA, LLC (via Toptal)
- Updated and improved existing code within WordPress, ensuring compatibility with the latest version and enhancing website performance.
- Developed and implemented several custom plugins that enabled user membership, enhancing user engagement and community building.
- Integrated Stripe's payment APIs, allowing members to make secure payments for their memberships, streamlining payment processes.
- Leveraged WooCommerce for eCommerce functionality, enhancing the platform's capabilities and driving online sales.
- Ensured responsive design and coding, creating websites that adapt seamlessly to different devices and screen sizes, improving the user experience.
- Integrated HubSpot for enhanced marketing automation and customer relationship management, improving lead generation and engagement.
- Focused on user experience design, leading to more user-friendly and visually appealing websites.
- Engaged in full-stack development, addressing front- and back-end tasks, and providing comprehensive solutions.
- Maintained open lines of communication with cross-functional teams, ensuring efficient collaboration and project success.
Team Leader
The NineHertz
- Led the development of enterprise applications using Laravel as the back end, providing robust and efficient software solutions for clients.
- Worked directly at clients' Bangkok offices for 2 months, gathering project requirements and ensuring a deep understanding of client needs.
- Spearheaded the creation of B2B applications such as Bookmycargo.com, expanding business opportunities and revenue streams.
- Performed server migration for B2B applications, ensuring a seamless transition and minimal disruption to business operations.
- Leveraged AWS to optimize cloud infrastructure, improving application scalability and performance.
- Integrated various APIs, including WooCommerce, PayPal, Stripe, Google Maps, and Facebook, to enhance application functionality and user experience.
- Provided strong leadership and guidance in Agile software development methodologies, resulting in efficient project delivery.
- Specialized in customizing eCommerce platforms like WooCommerce, Shopify, and Constant Contact, tailoring solutions to specific business requirements.
- Demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of technologies, such as Node.js, React, and Lumen, to deliver cutting-edge software solutions.
- Focused on user experience (UX) design, ensuring applications were user-friendly and visually appealing, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Project Lead
Dark Bear Web Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
- Developed enterprise applications within agile development practices, ensuring adherence to design principles and delivering software solutions that met project requirements.
- Led the team in delivering comprehensive solutions, provided accurate estimations, and conducted thorough code reviews, resulting in high-quality software products.
- Successfully set up an AWS server with a configured LAMP stack, Nginx, and Apache, optimizing server performance and reliability.
- Served as a scrum master, effectively leading the team through agile development processes, utilizing Git, Bitbucket, and Jira for streamlined project management.
- Demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of technologies, including Linux, Node.js, and Laravel, to develop cutting-edge solutions.
- Specialized in customizing eCommerce platforms like WooCommerce, Shopify, and Constant Contact, tailoring solutions to specific business requirements.
- Leveraged cloud services like Google Cloud and DigitalOcean to enhance application scalability and performance.
- Provided strong leadership and effective communication within the team, fostering collaboration and driving project success.
- Acted as a product owner, taking ownership of technical aspects of the projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical excellence.
Senior Software Engineer
Dotsquares
- Took on challenging projects with new technology like Objective-C, iOS, PHP, WordPress, and jQuery.
- Conducted research, solved problems, and successfully executed new technologies for projects.
- Explored new mobile and web development techniques, tools, and technologies.
- Developed projects with PHP, WordPress, Objective-C, and iOS.
WordPress Team Leader
Konstant Infosolutions Pvt. Ltd.
- Created a WordPress plugin for a client's internal event management system.
- Collaborated closely with mobile developers (iOS and Android) to find ways to push the limits of the existing web technology and create the best possible user experience.
- Participated in the initial scope discussion and repaired the release plan with the help of the PO.
- Cooperated with the deployment team to deploy products using AWS and other service providers.
Developer
JS Web India
- Created WordPress custom themes using PSD files as per clients' needs.
- Developed WordPress plugins while working for JS Web India.
- Developed a stock management tool in WordPress to help the local vendor.
Freelance Designer and Developer
Self-employed
- Developed with Core PHP, jQuery, and also did some work in Photoshop.
- Designed banners for some local businesses in CorelDRAW.
- Worked on various projects in different industries while working freelance.
Experience
Platform Property
https://platformproperty.co.uk• Leveraging extensive WordPress expertise to fine-tune the project's website, enhancing user experience.
• Developing custom PHP solutions tailored to the project's unique requirements, improving functionality and performance.
• Implementing automation with cron jobs, streamlining tasks, and boosting project efficiency.
• Successfully integrating Jupix API feeds and property feeds, ensuring up-to-date and accurate property information.
• Significantly enhancing the property booking system, making it more user-friendly and efficient.
• Maintaining meticulous attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and quality of all delivered solutions.
• Effectively managing various project-related tasks, ensuring the timely delivery of milestones.
My multifaceted contributions significantly improved the project's functionality, efficiency, and overall success, reflecting my commitment to delivering top-notch technical solutions.
HealthTech Alpha
Furthermore, I worked on migrating the website's server with Google Cloud, a move that had a tremendous impact on the website's speed and overall performance. As part of this process, I leveraged my technical expertise to configure a local firewall on the server, which played a pivotal role in ensuring that the website remained secure and protected from potential threats. With my unwavering commitment to excellence, I was able to deliver exceptional results and contribute significantly to the success of the project.
Aussie English
https://aussieenglish.com.auFrom troubleshooting technical issues to providing recommendations on the optimal use of these technologies, my input played a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the project. With my keen eye for detail and ability to think critically, I was able to identify potential problems before they escalated and provided viable solutions to mitigate them. Overall, my contributions as a technical consultant were instrumental in the project's success and helped to ensure its continued growth and expansion.
BookMyCargo
Moreover, I utilized my expertise in front-end development to develop the logic for the system using HTML5 and JavaScript. This enabled me to create a seamless and highly responsive user interface that allowed users to navigate the system with ease. To further enhance the system's functionality, I incorporated various 3rd-party APIs, including the Google Location API, which proved to be instrumental in enabling users to track shipments and monitor their progress in real-time.
Overall, my contributions to this project were instrumental in delivering a cutting-edge logistics system that provided unparalleled functionality and ease of use. With my dedication to excellence and expertise in various programming languages and technologies, I was able to deliver exceptional results that exceeded the client's expectations.
Gossips | Neighborhood Life
To ensure the safety and reliability of the website, I implemented a live backup system and identified and addressed potential vulnerabilities in the website's security. Additionally, I recommended and carried out the migration of the site to a new WordPress hosting provider, which resulted in significant improvements to the website's speed and overall performance.
Improved Core Web Vitals for a WordPress Site
https://organixx.com/One of the primary steps I took was to configure server-side caching, which helped to reduce page loading times and improve overall performance. Additionally, I enabled CDN for images and videos, which further optimized the website's speed and ensured that content could be loaded quickly and easily by users around the world.
Beyond these technical optimizations, I also took steps to ensure that the website was compliant with Google's core web vitals guidelines. To achieve this, I updated the website's code standards to meet the highest possible quality standards, resulting in a significant improvement in the website's page experience.
Updated WordPress Website and Improved Speed
Education
Master's Degree in Computer Applications
Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences - Jaipur, India
Certifications
Web Development
Lakshika College
Skills
Libraries/APIs
WooCommerce API, PayPal API, Node.js, React, WordPress REST API, REST APIs, WordPress API, Constant Contact API, BuddyPress, Google API, GSAP, WebRTC, Mapbox GL, Google Maps API, Google Maps SDK, Google Directions API, HTML Offline API, API Development, HTML5 Canvas, Facebook API, Stripe, Google Maps JavaScript API 3, jQuery, jQuery Validation, jQuery File Upload, jQuery DataTables, Google My Business API, Stripe API, Google APIs, Shopify API, Google Sheets API, Facebook Ads API, Amazon API, FedEx API, Android API, Spotify API, Web API, Google Merchant Center API
Tools
Stripe Checkout, Bitbucket, Figma, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), GeoDirectory, WPML, Git, Figma to HTML, WP eCommerce, n8n, Claude Code, Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, Zapier, ChatGPT, LearnDash, Adobe Photoshop, MySQL Workbench, Jira, Asana, Trello, AppPresser, Google Analytics, Google Sheets, Facebook Pixel, Mailchimp, ShipStation, Gutenberg Editor, Html2canvas, GitHub, CorelDRAW, Adobe Experience Design (XD), Webpack, Slack, Windsurf
Languages
CSS, HTML5, CSS3, PHP, JavaScript, TypeScript, SQL, GraphQL, HTML, Sass, XML, SCSS, Python
Frameworks
Lumen, Laravel, React Native, Tailwind CSS, JSON Web Tokens (JWT), Bootstrap, Next.js, Flutter, Cypress, i18next, MUI CSS, Divi, Express.js, NestJS, Glide, CakePHP, ASP.NET, WordPress MVC
Paradigms
Responsive Development, Responsive Coding, Responsive Web Design (RWD), REST, Gamification, Management, HIPAA Compliance, Web Performance Optimization (WPO), Database Design, REST API Architecture, Agile Software Development, Mobile Development, UX Design, On-page SEO, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Testing, UI Design, Automation, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), Offline-first Development, Cross-platform, DevOps
Platforms
Amazon Web Services (AWS), WooCommerce, LAMP, WordPress, Shopify, Docker, DigitalOcean, Buddy, Twilio, Web, GoHighLevel, NetBeans, Linux, Amazon EC2, HubSpot, Webflow CMS, Android, iOS, Webflow, VWO, Firebase, WordPress Theme Design, Azure, WordPress VIP, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), AWS IoT, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Storage
WP Engine, LAMP Server, Google Cloud, JSON, Databases, SQL Performance, Relational Databases, Docker Cloud, Redis, IndexedDB, Firebase Realtime Database, Amazon S3 (AWS S3), MySQL, MySQL/MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Cloud Firestore, WooCommerce Database, Data Lakes
Industry Expertise
Project Management, Web Design
Other
WordPress Themes, Website Setup, Sketch to WordPress, Wamp, Server Migration, Web Servers, Team Leadership, Communication, Web Development, WordPress Plugins, Page Speed Optimization, APIs, Dating Apps, Subscriptions, Content Management Systems (CMS), eCommerce, Shopping Carts, Checkout, Single-page Checkout, Full-stack, Full-stack Development, Paid Memberships Pro (PMPro), API Connectors, Chrome Extensions, Shopping, Online Shopping, MemberPress, Technical Leadership, Product Owner, Cloud, Theme Customization, Yoast SEO, Integration, Plugins, API Integration, Performance, Blog Design, WordPress Multisite, Multi-vendor eCommerce, WordPress Migration, Ticket Systems, Pixel Perfect, Inventory Management, Front-end, CTO, Programming, Responsive Design, Elementor Pro, Google SEO, Membership Sites, QR Codes, Back-end Development, CSS Animations, Debugging, Development, Figma to WordPress, Front-end Development, Website Performance, eCommerce Development, eCommerce UX, CI/CD Pipelines, Machine Learning, Chatbots, RAG Architecture, Web App UX, Landing Pages, Software Architecture, AWS Marketplace, Android App Development, Payments, AI Agents, Mobile App Development, Data Analysis, Webhooks, Squarespace, Healthcare IT, Back-end, Back-end Performance, AI-generated Code, Zoho, SaaS, Row-level Security (RLS), AI Integration, Healthcare Software, HIPAA, Videos, Data Analytics, Code Review, Code Auditing, User Account Control (UAC), Angular Google Maps (AGM), Geolocation Detection, User Authentication, Push Notifications, Third-party APIs, BuddyBoss, Large Language Models (LLMs), RESTFul APIs, CRM, System Architecture, Real-time Data, WebSockets, Mobile-first Design, Responsive UI, Service Workers, i18n, Dashboards, Data Transfers, Marketplaces, Single Sign-on (SSO), Workflow Automation, RFQ, Styled-components, AI Chatbots, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, Real Estate, SMS, Software Development, Architecture, WordPress Design, Wordfence Security, Elementor, Stripe Payments, Leadership, PayPal, Ajax, Payment APIs, Shopify Customizations, User Interface (UI), Site Speed Optimization, WooCommerce Subscriptions 2, Airtable, Progressive Web Applications (PWAs), Google Flights, HTML to WordPress, User Experience (UX), Headless Commerce, Design, Oxygen Builder, Cookies, Google Tag Manager, Video Streaming, Instagram Ads, Divi Theme Builder, Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Web Security, Appointment Booking, Booking Systems, SVG Animation, DNS, QA Testing, Performance Optimization, Web Scraping, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Avada, WordPress Security, PDF, Adobe XD to WordPress, RSS Feeds, Newsfeeds, GoDaddy, Websites, Geolocation, Web UX, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Quality Assurance (QA), Email, A/B Testing, Affiliate Tracking, Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), Supabase, Google Play Store, Bug Fixes, App Store, Application State Management, Audio Streaming, Speech-to-Text (STT), Agentic AI, Internationalization, Cursor AI, SQL Server, Gatsby, Agile Sprints, Contact Form 7, Theme Development, Learning Management Systems (LMS), SMS Gateways, Dokan, PeepSo, Core Web Vitals, Listify, Gravity Forms, Microsoft Clarity, PayJunction, WordPress SEO, WordPress Cron, AI to WordPress, WordPress to PDF
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