Kirk Mayo
Wellington,Lower Hutt
Summary
Knowledgeable Senior Developer skilled at implementing enhancements that drive productivity and improve usability and performance. Over 10 years developing software and solutions for Corporate and Government websites.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Developer
Avenir Technology
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed software versioning using Git, enabling smooth collaboration among team members while maintaining detailed change records for future reference.
- Implemented rigorous testing strategies, contributing to a significant reduction in reported bugs during deployment phases.
- Conducted thorough code reviews to identify potential issues early in the development cycle, preventing costly rework later on.
- Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
Senior PHP Developer
Springload
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and delivering high-quality work consistently under pressure.
- Developed custom plugins and extensions for popular content management systems, enhancing website capabilities for clients across various industries.
- Developed user-friendly web applications using PHP frameworks for enhanced user experiences.
- Discussed site and app requirements with clients to produce actionable development plans.
Senior PHP Developer
Stats NZ
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Reduced server load times through effective caching strategies and performance tuning techniques.
- Increased site security by addressing vulnerabilities and implementing best practices in coding standards.
- Resolved critical bugs promptly by thoroughly investigating reported issues, identifying root causes, and implementing appropriate fixes.
- Delivered well-documented code for easy maintenance, adhering to industry-standard coding guidelines consistently.
Senior PHP Developer
Silverstripe
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality software solutions on schedule.
- Led successful completion of complex projects by coordinating resources effectively and ensuring all milestones were met on time.
- Oversaw back-end development using PHP to maintain website integrity.
- Performed unit testing of web applications and troubleshot issues.
Senior PHP Developer
Stats NZ
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Improved website performance by optimizing PHP code and troubleshooting existing issues.
- Reduced server load times through effective caching strategies and performance tuning techniques.
- Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional growth.
- Ensured seamless data migration during system upgrades by developing comprehensive migration scripts.
Senior PHP Developer
Phil & Teds
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Increased site security by addressing vulnerabilities and implementing best practices in coding standards.
- Resolved critical bugs promptly by thoroughly investigating reported issues, identifying root causes, and implementing appropriate fixes.
- Proactively identified opportunities for process improvements, driving increased team productivity and collaboration.
- Contributed to software architecture decisions, ensuring optimal system functionality and maintainability.
Senior PHP Developer
Tertiary Education Commission
03.2017 - 07.2018
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality software solutions on schedule.
- Developed user-friendly web applications using PHP frameworks for enhanced user experiences.
- Led successful completion of complex projects by coordinating resources effectively and ensuring all milestones were met on time.
- Oversaw technical issues and troubleshooting requests to resolve user problems.
PHP Developer
Solnet Solutions
02.2015 - 03.2017
- Enhanced website functionality by implementing PHP-based solutions and optimizing server-side code.
- Wrote server-side and client-side code for Silverstripe projects using PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
- Maintained version control using Git, ensuring smooth collaboration across development team members.
- Provided technical support to clients, resolving issues promptly and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Planned, coded and deployed web-based applications using PHP, MySQL and JavaScript.
Education
No Degree -
Chew Valley School
Chew Magna, UKSkills
- Programming Languages: Java, C#, Net, Python
- GitHub collaboration
- Web Security
- [Programming language] specialist
- Software Development
- Software Debugging
- Code Review
- API Integration
- SQL integration
- Code debugging
- Technical Support
- Git proficiency
- Programming
Timeline
Senior Developer
Avenir Technology
07.2023 - 04.2024
Senior PHP Developer
Springload
02.2023 - 06.2023
Senior PHP Developer
Stats NZ
03.2021 - 04.2023
Senior PHP Developer
Silverstripe
08.2020 - 12.2020
Senior PHP Developer
Stats NZ
09.2019 - 04.2020
Senior PHP Developer
Phil & Teds
10.2018 - 09.2019
Senior PHP Developer
Tertiary Education Commission
03.2017 - 07.2018
PHP Developer
Solnet Solutions
02.2015 - 03.2017
No Degree -
Chew Valley School
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