Hello, I'm

Deepak Goyal

Lead PHP Developer

Senior Backend Engineer | PHP | CodeIgniter | MySQL | REST APIs

Lead PHP Developer with 6+ years of experience in building, scaling, and maintaining production web applications. Progressed from Junior to Lead role within the same organization, demonstrating strong ownership, independent decision-making, and long-term reliability.

About Me

Experienced in remote-style collaboration, async communication, backend architecture, REST API integrations, automation, code reviews, and mentoring developers while remaining deeply hands-on in PHP development.

I take ownership of features from requirement analysis to deployment, ensuring code quality, security, and maintainability. My approach combines technical expertise with effective communication across teams and time zones.

I have built and maintained integrations for global brands including PUMA, A24 Films, ICP Group, House of Hackney, Nisolo LLC, Wild Cosmetics, and The Flex Company.

Brands I've Worked With

PUMA A24 Films ICP Group House of Hackney Nisolo LLC Wild Cosmetics The Flex Company
Location India (Open to Remote)
Email deepakgoyal748342@gmail.com
Phone +91 7987175262
Experience 6+ Years
Availability Open to Remote Opportunities
Languages English, Hindi

Skills & Tools

Backend

PHP CodeIgniter Object-Oriented PHP MVC SaaS Applications

Databases

MySQL PostgreSQL Database Design Query Optimization

APIs & Integrations

REST APIs Third-Party APIs CURL Webhooks JSON

Frontend

HTML CSS JavaScript

Automation

Selenium Gecko Driver

Tools

Git Bitbucket VS Code

Practices

Code Reviews Secure Coding Performance Optimization Debugging Technical Documentation Mentoring

Work Experience

Lead PHP Developer

July 2023 - Present

HRD Technology & Services Pvt. Ltd. — New Delhi, India

Lead backend development and technical decision-making for multiple PHP-based applications.

  • Own feature delivery from requirement analysis to development, testing, and deployment
  • Review and approve pull requests to ensure code quality, security, and maintainability
  • Mentor junior and mid-level developers through async code reviews and structured feedback
  • Collaborate with product and business stakeholders across teams and time zones
  • Built integrations for global brands: PUMA, A24 Films, ICP Group, House of Hackney, Nisolo LLC, Wild Cosmetics, The Flex Company
  • Develop critical backend modules, APIs, and automation workflows

Senior PHP Developer

July 2021 - June 2023

HRD Technology & Services Pvt. Ltd. — New Delhi, India

Designed and implemented complex backend features using PHP and CodeIgniter.

  • Took ownership of application modules from concept to production
  • Optimized database queries and improved application performance and stability
  • Integrated third-party APIs and web services
  • Supported and guided junior developers through code reviews and mentoring

PHP Developer

July 2019 - June 2021

HRD Technology & Services Pvt. Ltd. — New Delhi, India

Developed and maintained PHP web applications based on business requirements.

  • Implemented REST API endpoints and MySQL database schemas
  • Fixed bugs, enhanced features, and improved overall system reliability
  • Collaborated with senior developers to follow coding standards and best practices
  • Used Git-based workflows for version control

Key Projects

Brightpearl Integrations

Xero / QuickBooks / Sage Intacct / Seller Cloud

End-to-end API integrations between Brightpearl and multiple accounting platforms with reliable data synchronization workflows.

  • Owned end-to-end API integrations between Brightpearl and multiple accounting platforms
  • Designed reliable data synchronization workflows with logging and error handling
  • Streamlined accounting and inventory operations through backend automation
PHP REST APIs MySQL CURL Webhooks

Inventory ATP Application

Available to Promise System

Backend APIs to provide real-time inventory availability with optimized database schemas.

  • Developed backend APIs to provide real-time inventory availability
  • Designed and optimized MySQL database schemas
  • Collaborated with frontend teams to integrate backend data
PHP CodeIgniter MySQL REST APIs JSON

Automated Inventory Management

Amazon FBA Automation

Automation system using Selenium to retrieve reports and process inventory data automatically.

  • Built automation using Selenium to retrieve reports unavailable via API
  • Processed inventory data and automated stock corrections
  • Reduced manual inventory management through backend automation
PHP Selenium Gecko Driver MySQL Automation

Custom Assembly Application

Inventory & Order Management

Backend workflows for stock checks, assembly transfers, and purchase order automation.

  • Designed backend workflows for stock checks, assembly transfers, and purchase order automation
  • Implemented inventory corrections converting components into finished goods
  • Improved order fulfillment efficiency and reduced operational overhead
PHP CodeIgniter MySQL REST APIs

Achievements & Awards

Extra Mile Award

Oct - Dec 2025

Recognized for exceptional performance and going above and beyond regular responsibilities

Extra Mile Award

Jul - Sep 2024

Awarded for outstanding contributions and dedication to project success

Employee of the Month

October 2022

Recognized for exceptional work quality and team collaboration

Education

2014 - 2018

B.E. in Electronic and Communication Engineering

Shriram Institute of Information and Technology, Gwalior

7.3 CGPA

2018

Corporate Training in PHP

Prestige Point, Indore

Professional PHP Development Training

Get In Touch

I'm always interested in hearing about new opportunities, interesting projects, or collaborating on backend development challenges. Feel free to reach out!