Raza Imran
Senior WordPress Engineer | Full-Stack PHP & Backend Specialist
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About
Accomplished Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience building high-performance digital infrastructure for global media networks (Al Jazeera) and enterprise-scale plugin ecosystems. Expert in the WordPress VIP environment, custom PHP 8.x development, and complex API integrations. Proven track record of delivering scalable, secure, and conversion-optimized solutions for US and EU markets.
Experience
Lead WordPress Developer at Al Jazeera News Network (22-24)
- Engineered a high-concurrency custom news ticker extension for the WordPress VIP platform, supporting real-time data delivery for a global audience.
- Optimized backend performance within a robust digital infrastructure to ensure 99.9% uptime during high-traffic news cycles.
- Collaborated with international cross-functional teams to maintain exacting standards for security and performance.
- Architected and developed "Divi Timer Pro" and "Divi Events Calendar," managing complex JavaScript logic and CSS rendering for thousands of users.
- Developed reusable code libraries to streamline the development cycle and ensure cross-theme compatibility.
- Managed full-lifecycle plugin support, including debugging, feature expansion, and security hardening.
Senior Plugin Developer at Pee-Aye Creative (Divi Ecosystem)
- Architected and developed "Divi Timer Pro" and "Divi Events Calendar," managing complex JavaScript logic and CSS rendering for thousands of users.
- Developed reusable code libraries to streamline the development cycle and ensure cross-theme compatibility.
- Managed full-lifecycle plugin support, including debugging, feature expansion, and security hardening.
Senior Full-Stack Consultant at Freelance (Upwork Top-Rated Plus) (Present)
- Delivered over 150+ high-impact projects for global clients, focusing on custom LMS, WooCommerce, and API integrations.
- Integrated complex CRM and marketing stacks including Salesforce, HubSpot, Kajabi, and GoHighLevel.
- Automated workflows using Zapier and custom webhooks to bridge WordPress with enterprise business tools.
Education
B.Sc. in Software Engineering – Lancaster University (UK) & COMSATS Dual Degree Program (2012 – 2016)
