Muhammad Jawad Ilyas, Developer in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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Muhammad Jawad Ilyas

Bio

Jawad brings a rare blend of development expertise and design intuition, helping companies create digital products that feel modern, convert effectively, and remain easy to manage. He specializes in high-quality WordPress builds, custom back-end systems, Shopify stores, and Webflow websites. Known for clear communication and problem-solving, Jawad partners closely with clients to turn complex requirements into clean, stable, and future-proof solutions.

Portfolio

Freelance
PHP, WordPress, WordPress Plugins, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, Ajax...
Corpay - Main
Marketo, Content Management Systems (CMS), Architecture, WordPress...
Caandor Ventures LLC
WordPress, Elementor, Event Calendars, Blackbaud, Salesforce, Charity...

Experience

  • Web Development - 10 years
  • JavaScript - 10 years
  • WordPress - 10 years
  • PHP - 10 years
  • WordPress API - 10 years
  • PSD to WordPress - 10 years
  • WordPress Themes - 10 years
  • WooCommerce - 8 years

Preferred Environment

WordPress, Git, Amazon S3 (AWS S3), Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Elementor, Alpine.js, Laravel, PHP, Docker, n8n

The most amazing...

...thing I have created is a custom WordPress listing platform with payments, dynamic ads, reviews, and frictionless listing submissions built for high conversion.

Work Experience

Full-stack Web Developer

2011 - PRESENT
Freelance
  • Built many websites and web apps and worked on different PHP frameworks for my clients.
  • Provided full-time web development support to many online agencies, where my responsibility was to take care of web security and add new features to websites if needed.
  • Created WordPress themes and plugins, some of which are listed on WordPress and ThemeForest.
Technologies: PHP, WordPress, WordPress Plugins, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, Ajax, MySQL, React, WooCommerce, HTML, CSS, APIs, Stripe, Laravel, Enfold, GitHub, Git, Heroku, Programming, User Experience (UX), Content Management, REST APIs, WordPress Design, Contact Form 7, Responsive Layout, Responsive UI, Mailchimp, Figma, Vanilla JS, Webpack, DOM, PostCSS, Marketo, Gutenberg Editor, Web UI, Web Design, HTML5 Geolocation, Squarespace, Technical Leadership, Elementor, LearnDash, Education Management Systems, Learning Management Systems (LMS), SOLID Principles, TypeScript, SendGrid, Beaver Builder, Content Marketing Platforms, Mailgun, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Maps, UI Development, Databases, Integration, Plugins, WordPress Theme Design, Web App UI, Web App Design, Web App Security, Web App Automation, Web App Deployment, Twilio, API Integration, Symfony, Website Optimization, Performance, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Design, Plugin Development, Debugging, PayPal, Tailwind CSS, WordPress Themes, LAMP, Responsive Web Design (RWD), UI Design, Branding, UX Design, Shopify, Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), GeneratePress, Google AdSense, SSL Configurations, Webflow, Stripe API, Amazon, Amazon API, WP All Import, Liquid, Shopify Design, Liquid Template, Shopify Liquid, Shopify Customizations, Framer, Node.js, Crocoblock, No-code Development, Websites, Divi, WordPress Migration, Data Migration

Marketo Developer

2023 - 2025
Corpay - Main
  • Developed fully responsive, high-converting lead-generation landing pages for the Marketo platform, improving user engagement and boosting campaign conversion rates.
  • Built and optimized custom Elementor landing pages for the company website, enhancing UX, improving mobile responsiveness, and increasing on-page engagement and conversion rates.
  • Provided rapid development turnarounds, enabling faster campaign launches and directly improving overall company performance and project outcomes.
Technologies: Marketo, Content Management Systems (CMS), Architecture, WordPress, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Elementor, WordPress Migration, Gravity Forms

Web Developer

2023 - 2023
Caandor Ventures LLC
  • Built complex layouts using Elementor builder in WordPress.
  • Created custom post types and custom search filters.
  • Fixed layout issues and made website fully responsive.
Technologies: WordPress, Elementor, Event Calendars, Blackbaud, Salesforce, Charity, WordPress Themes, WP All Import, Crocoblock, Websites, Wix, Divi, WordPress Migration, Data Migration, Gravity Forms

WordPress Developer

2021 - 2022
Oavie Oats
  • Customized the WooCommerce part of the website and improved the flow of checkout.
  • Fixed and improved issues on the website's back end and front end.
  • Provided ongoing support for adding new features to the website.
Technologies: WordPress, WordPress API, WooCommerce, Stripe, Sass, User Experience (UX), Contact Form 7, Responsive Layout, Responsive UI, Mailchimp, Figma, Vanilla JS, Webpack, DOM, PostCSS, Marketo, Gutenberg Editor, Web UI, Web Design, HTML5 Geolocation, Squarespace, Technical Leadership, Elementor, LearnDash, Education Management Systems, WordPress Plugins, SOLID Principles, TypeScript, SendGrid, Beaver Builder, Content Marketing Platforms, Mailgun, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Maps, UI Development, Databases, Integration, Plugins, WordPress Theme Design, Website Optimization, Performance, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Design, Plugin Development, Debugging, PayPal, Tailwind CSS, WordPress Themes, LAMP, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Branding, UX Design, Shopify, Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), GeneratePress, Google AdSense, SSL Configurations, Webflow, Stripe API, Amazon, Amazon API, WP All Import, Crocoblock, Websites, Divi, WordPress Migration, Data Migration, Gravity Forms

Senior WordPress Developer

2018 - 2021
Softintex Studio
  • Built many WordPress custom themes and plugins from scratch.
  • Helped with debugging and improving many web apps running on PHP frameworks.
  • Developed a WordPress directory theme from scratch for a sneakers company.
  • Converted many PSDs to properly working WordPress themes.
Technologies: PHP, JavaScript, WordPress API, React, WordPress, Bootstrap, MySQL, Laravel, HTML5, CSS3, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Elementor, Multimedia Design, LearnDash, Confluence, Display Ad Delivery, User Experience (UX), Responsive Layout, Responsive UI, Mailchimp, Figma, Vanilla JS, DOM, PostCSS, Marketo, Web UI, Web Design, Squarespace, Technical Leadership, Education Management Systems, Learning Management Systems (LMS), WordPress Plugins, SOLID Principles, Beaver Builder, Content Marketing Platforms, Mailgun, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Maps, UI Development, Databases, Plugins, Web App UI, Web App Design, Web App Security, Web App Automation, Web App Deployment, Twilio, API Integration, Design, Plugin Development, Debugging, PayPal, Tailwind CSS, LAMP, Responsive Web Design (RWD), UI Design, Branding, UX Design, Shopify, Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), GeneratePress, Google AdSense, SSL Configurations, Webflow, Stripe API, Amazon, Amazon API, WP All Import, Crocoblock, Websites, Divi, Gravity Forms

WordPress Developer

2015 - 2017
Sigma Square
  • Developed web applications in WordPress from scratch.
  • Developed the front-end and back-end functionalities and provided maintenance and security for existing websites.
  • Worked on different APIs and also created some custom APIs.
Technologies: WordPress, PSD to WordPress, WordPress Plugins, User Interface (UI), WordPress Themes, Shopify, Laravel, Bootstrap, Sitecore, User Experience (UX), Responsive Layout, Mailchimp, Marketo, Web UI, Web Design, Squarespace, Technical Leadership, Elementor, Education Management Systems, SOLID Principles, Content Marketing Platforms, Beaver Builder, Databases, Integration, Plugins, Web App UI, Web App Design, Web App Security, Web App Automation, Web App Deployment, Twilio, Design, Tailwind CSS, UI Design, Branding, UX Design, GeneratePress, Google AdSense, SSL Configurations, Stripe API, WP All Import, Divi, Gravity Forms

Experience

WordPress | WooCommerce Custom Theme Development

I take great pride in presenting the WordPress theme I meticulously built, featuring seamless integration with WooCommerce. With a keen eye for detail, I brought to life the client's vision, translating their Figma design into a fully functional and visually stunning theme.

This exceptional creation stands out for its complete reliance on a block-based framework, allowing for effortless customization and unmatched flexibility. Every element of the theme can be easily adjusted to suit specific requirements, giving users the freedom to create a truly unique online presence.

However, what truly sets this theme apart is its ability to connect with multiple vendor WooCommerce websites. Leveraging the power of the REST API, I seamlessly integrated the main website with various vendor platforms. As a result, whenever an order is placed on the main website, the theme automatically generates and synchronizes the order across all connected vendor websites. This ingenious feature simplifies the order management process, providing a seamless experience for both customers and vendors.

Amazon Marketing Website – Elementor

http://growkees.com/
Presenting a stunning WordPress website meticulously built using Elementor. With a focus on captivating animations and interactions, every element of this website was carefully designed within the Elementor builder. I ensured optimal functionality across all devices by converting the client's Figma design into a fully responsive website. Experience seamless navigation, visually appealing animations, and a user-friendly interface. Explore this captivating website today.

Figma Design to WordPress Theme

https://tyromer.com/
This is a remarkable website I developed for one of my esteemed clients at Toptal. Tasked with transforming their Figma design into a functional masterpiece, I successfully converted it into a captivating WordPress theme. Leveraging the power of Elementor, I meticulously crafted every aspect of the website, ensuring a seamless user experience. Additionally, I built custom widgets for Elementor, adding unique functionality and further enhancing the website's capabilities. Witness the fusion of design and technology come to life in this exceptional WordPress website.

eCommerce Store with NFT Shop

https://admiralfrazier.com/
I took on the exciting challenge of revamping my client's outdated website, breathing new life into their online presence. With meticulous attention to detail, I built this website from scratch, ensuring a fresh and modern design that aligns with the client's brand identity. To elevate the user experience, I seamlessly integrated the website with an NFT market using a robust API, providing visitors access to a dynamic and engaging platform. Moreover, I implemented custom payment gateways, enabling secure and seamless transactions for users. To further enhance the website's functionality, I incorporated custom back-end features tailored to the client's specific needs, streamlining their operations and empowering efficient management. Witness the transformation of this website as it becomes a powerful tool, connecting the client with their audience and providing an unparalleled user experience.

Chatbot Plugin

https://wordpress.org/plugins/sa-woo-smart-chatbot/
I created a chatbot plugin for WooCommerce since I am primarily working on my own ideas in my free time. This plugin provides an interface through which users can easily search products on the website in the form of chatting, all you have to do is tell the bot what you are looking for, and it will get results based on your request.

Squarespace Development

https://5andvine.com/
I worked as both a back-end and front-end developer on this project. My job was to take care of design and code bugs causing problems for the SEO of the website, so I fixed several errors and issues to make the website more SEO friendly.

Education

2010 - 2014

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

PUCIT - Lahore, Pakistan

Skills

Libraries/APIs

WordPress API, React, WordPress REST API, WooCommerce API, Stripe, REST APIs, Google AdSense, Stripe API, Amazon API, Liquid, Node.js

Tools

GitHub, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Git, LearnDash, Confluence, Mailchimp, Figma, Webpack, PostCSS, Gutenberg Editor, SendGrid, Google Analytics, WP All Import, Wix, ACF PRO, n8n

Languages

PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, HTML, CSS, TypeScript, Liquid Template, Shopify Liquid, Sass

Frameworks

Bootstrap, Laravel, Vanilla JS, Alpine.js, Symfony, Tailwind CSS, Divi

Paradigms

Responsive Layout, Web App Design, Responsive Web Design (RWD), UI Design, UX Design, Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Platforms

MacOS, Docker, WordPress, WooCommerce, Shopify, Marketo, Mailgun, WordPress Theme Design, Twilio, LAMP, Webflow, Amazon, Heroku, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Visual Studio Code (VS Code), Bluehost, Salesforce, AirDev Canvas

Storage

MySQL, WP Engine, Databases, Amazon S3 (AWS S3)

Industry Expertise

Web Design

Other

Web Development, Web App Development, PSD to WordPress, WordPress Plugins, Non-fungible Tokens (NFT), APIs, Ajax, WordPress Themes, User Interface (UI), Enfold, Elementor, Display Ad Delivery, Programming, User Experience (UX), Content Management, WordPress Design, Contact Form 7, Responsive UI, DOM, Web UI, HTML5 Geolocation, Squarespace, Technical Leadership, Education Management Systems, Learning Management Systems (LMS), SOLID Principles, Beaver Builder, Maps, UI Development, Integration, Plugins, Web App UI, Web App Security, Web App Automation, Web App Deployment, API Integration, Website Optimization, Performance, Design, Plugin Development, Debugging, PayPal, Branding, GeneratePress, SSL Configurations, Multimedia, Graphic Design, Content Marketing Platforms, eCommerce, Shopify Design, Shopify Customizations, Framer, Crocoblock, No-code Development, Websites, Elementor Pro, WordPress Migration, Data Migration, Gravity Forms, Windows 10, GoDaddy, HostGator, Multimedia Design, Sitecore, Payment APIs, SEO Tools, Semrush, Animation, Event Calendars, Blackbaud, Charity, Content Management Systems (CMS), Architecture

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