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Verified Expert in Engineering
Magento Developer
Location
United Kingdom
Toptal Member Since
April 8, 2021
Adrian is a lead and senior developer with over 15 years of experience in all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and specializing in Magento eCommerce back-end development; he's an Adobe Certified Expert Magento Commerce Developer . Adrian also excels at developing PHP applications and various services (including for the web), systems integration, agile project delivery, performance optimization, CI/CD, and the DevOps processes surrounding these technologies.
Portfolio
The Development Suite
Magento, PHP, LAMP, MySQL, API Design, Documentation, Consulting, Agile...
Beauty Industry
PHP, Magento, Web Services, LAMP, .NET, MySQL, API Design, eCommerce...
Beauty Industry
PHP, Magento, MySQL, LAMP, Agile Leadership, JavaScript, Linux, Magento Modules...
Experience
Availability
Part-time
Preferred Environment
Linux, Git, Docker, MacOS, PhpStorm
The most amazing...
...thing I've done is transform a legacy enterprise eCommerce platform laden with technical debt, into a high-performing modern solution to support future growth.
Work Experience
Consultant | Developer
2017 - PRESENT
The Development Suite
- Acted as lead developer and consultant for various retail clients.
- Created complete Magento 2 build and data migrations, including the development of over 20 modules covering ERP integration, warehouse integration, subscriptions, bespoke promotions, and custom back-end system integrations.
- Supported front-end developers in the build of Magento themes and features.
- Built a CI/CD pipeline with fully automated deployments for multiple Magento clients.
- Managed custom data warehouse and reporting suite for Magento.
- Conducted performance analysis and optimization, scaling and supporting the tech stack and hosting environment.
- Engaged in Shopify app development for Shopify Plus merchants.
- Operated as a fully remote team member for a large retail client.
Technologies: Magento, PHP, LAMP, MySQL, API Design, Documentation, Consulting, Agile, Continuous Delivery (CD), Continuous Integration (CI), Shopify, Laravel, CI/CD Pipelines, JavaScript, API Development, Linux, Magento Modules, Jenkins, Jenkins Pipeline, System Architecture, Git, Docker, Retail & Wholesale, eCommerce, DevOps, PhpStorm, MacOS, Automation, Agile Leadership, Software Development, Magento Extension Development, Bash Script, HTML, CSS, Magento 2
IT Development Manager
2015 - 2017
Beauty Industry
- Led the design and architecture of all services and software developed—primarily the eCommerce platform, .NET line of business systems, and integration services.
- Managed a cross-functional team of 12 (full-time and contract) covering an eCommerce platform (Magento), .NET applications, integration services, and business intelligence (remote and on-site).
- Led the eCommerce development team on the Magento platform and LAMP stack applications. Developed new features across the front and back end, integration projects, and ongoing maintenance.
- Collaborated closely with senior business stakeholders, suppliers, and third-party partners on diverse projects spanning digital platforms, eCommerce, warehouse management, and call center applications.
- Designed and developed a suite of standardized integration services (REST) over key legacy systems.
- Transformed legacy systems into modern fit-for-purpose replacements.
Technologies: PHP, Magento, Web Services, LAMP, .NET, MySQL, API Design, eCommerce, Retail & Wholesale, CI/CD Pipelines, JavaScript, API Development, Magento Modules, Jenkins, Jenkins Pipeline, System Architecture, Git, Documentation, Docker, Agile, DevOps, MacOS, Automation, Continuous Integration (CI), Agile Leadership, Software Development, Magento Extension Development, Continuous Delivery (CD), Bash Script
Web Solutions Lead
2013 - 2015
Beauty Industry
- Led the eCommerce and LAMP development team.
- Delivered upgrades and enhancements to the site and its infrastructure.
- Built and deployed Magento websites to several new geographical markets.
- Designed and developed Magento extensions/modules.
Technologies: PHP, Magento, MySQL, LAMP, Agile Leadership, JavaScript, Linux, Magento Modules, Jenkins, Git, Documentation, Agile, Retail & Wholesale, eCommerce, DevOps, PhpStorm, Automation, Continuous Integration (CI), Software Development, Magento Extension Development, Bash Script, HTML, CSS
Web Solutions Developer
2008 - 2013
Liz Earle Beauty Co Ltd
- Oversaw the digital re-platform project from a bespoke site over to Magento.
- Tracked and fixed bugs across all LAMP applications.
- Developed modules for a variety of business and marketing needs.
Technologies: PHP, Magento, LAMP, MySQL, JavaScript, Linux, Magento Modules, Git, Retail & Wholesale, eCommerce, PhpStorm, Continuous Integration (CI), Software Development, Magento Extension Development, Bash Script, HTML, CSS
Information Manager
2003 - 2008
Sixth Form FE College
- Performed reporting and data analysis for all college requirements, including management reporting, funding reports, and statistical analysis.
- Designed and developed a custom information and learning platform.
- Managed database administration on a mixed technology stack, including SQL Server, MySQL, and Oracle.
Technologies: MySQL, PHP, HTML
Experience
Magento 2 Continuous Delivery Pipeline
An automated CI/CD pipeline for deploying Magento 2 to a multi-server cluster that offers multiple deployment patterns including a zero-downtime rollout of (backward-compatible) updates with database changes, rollback, downtime deployments, and more.
The pipeline was built using Jenkins pipeline scripts, Bash scripts, and PHP to fully orchestrate the process and so far has performed over 500 successful production deployments.
The pipeline was built using Jenkins pipeline scripts, Bash scripts, and PHP to fully orchestrate the process and so far has performed over 500 successful production deployments.
Magento 2 Build and Migration
• Completed the analysis and specifications of Magento 1 to Magento 2 migration.
• Redeveloped over 20 custom extensions.
• Developed the theme to replicate the Magento 1 theme into Magento 2.
• Implemented the data migration using standard Magento tools and custom scripts.
• Redeveloped over 20 custom extensions.
• Developed the theme to replicate the Magento 1 theme into Magento 2.
• Implemented the data migration using standard Magento tools and custom scripts.
ERP Integration | Epicor
• Developed the integration for Magento and Epicor ERP.
• Analyzed data models—identifying and documenting all transformations required between systems.
• Handled the detailed data mapping between Epicor and Magento order entities.
• Analyzed data models—identifying and documenting all transformations required between systems.
• Handled the detailed data mapping between Epicor and Magento order entities.
ERP Integration | Dynamics 365
• Built a custom integration for the orders and returns between Magento and Dynamics 365.
• Developed a REST API client to push data into the Dynamics 365 API.
• Analyzed data models—identifying and documenting all transformations required between systems.
• Handled the detailed data mapping between Epicor and Magento order entities.
• Developed a REST API client to push data into the Dynamics 365 API.
• Analyzed data models—identifying and documenting all transformations required between systems.
• Handled the detailed data mapping between Epicor and Magento order entities.
Skills
Languages
PHP, HTML, JavaScript, Bash Script, CSS
Tools
Magento Modules, Git, Jenkins, PhpStorm
Platforms
Magento Extension Development, Magento, Magento 2, Linux, LAMP, Docker, MacOS, Shopify
Storage
MySQL
Libraries/APIs
API Development, Jenkins Pipeline, Shopify API
Paradigms
Agile, DevOps, Continuous Delivery (CD), Continuous Integration (CI), Automation
Other
CI/CD Pipelines, Documentation, System Architecture, Software Development, Web Services, API Design, eCommerce, Agile Leadership, Consulting, Integration, APIs
Frameworks
.NET, Laravel
Industry Expertise
Retail & Wholesale
Education
1999 - 2002
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Systems Engineering
Portsmouth University - Portsmouth, UK
Certifications
JUNE 2020 - PRESENT
Adobe Certified Expert Magento Commerce Developer
Adobe
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