Swaraj Sugunan

Results-driven Software Engineer with 8+ years of experience in backend development, delivering robust and scalable web solutions. Specialized in PHP (5+ years in Laravel, 3+ years in CodeIgniter) with 2+ years in Golang for high-performance backend services. Working knowledge of Python for scripting, automation, and report generation. Passionate about clean, maintainable code, software architecture, and user-centric development in agile environments.

PHP Laravel Developer Consultant (Contract) - Right Remote Team - Kochi (Remote)

(2025-08 - 2026-03)

• Led full-stack development using Laravel, delivering optimized UI/UX for improved user satisfaction.
• Maintained high coding standards across front-end and back-end modules.
• Designed and managed MySQL-based backends with a focus on performance and data integrity.
• Handled project estimation, SOW preparation, and deployment processes for smooth delivery.

Senior Software Developer - Deepzone Technologies - Chennai

(2022-10 - 2025-05)

• Led front-end and back-end development using Go (Golang), Laravel, and CodeIgniter.
• Optimized site performance through backend refactoring and caching strategies, resulting in noticeably faster load times and improved user engagement.
• Contributed to project documentation and handled HTML-to-code conversions.

Senior PHP Developer - Neork Technologies - Kochi

(2018-10 - 2022-09)

• Developed scalable web applications using Laravel, CodeIgniter, JavaScript, and Bootstrap.
• Improved user retention and engagement by optimizing page speed, refining navigation flows, and enhancing overall UI/UX quality.
• Maintained high coding standards and optimized UI/UX across multiple projects.
• Handled HTML conversions and project documentation.

Junior PHP Developer Trainee - Ezpina Software Solutions - Ernakulam

(2017-06 - 2018-06)

• Collaborated with teams on large-scale PHP-based web applications.
• Worked on MySQL-based backends and responsive front-end interfaces.
• Focused on code quality, debugging, and database optimization.

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Engineering - Mangalam College of Engineering, Mahatma Gandhi University (2013 - 2016)

Diploma - Computer Engineering - Dept. of Technical Education, Govt. of Kerala (2010 - 2013)