About Me
Senior WordPress engineer, technology leader, and founder with 20+ years of experience building for the web.
Professional Summary
From PHP programmer to technology leader
I started writing PHP in 2005 and have spent the last two decades building, leading, and shipping web software at every scale — from solo freelance projects to enterprise e-commerce platforms handling thousands of transactions.
In 2007 I founded Gratta Web Design Studio, where over 14 years I delivered 300+ websites and applications for clients across Europe, the UAE, and the CIS region. That experience taught me everything about running projects end-to-end: client communication, technical architecture, hiring, and shipping under real-world constraints.
Since 2022 I've worked as a senior engineer and technical lead at product companies including NitroPack (performance), Spiral Scout (agency), and AWTG Ltd (e-commerce gamification) — as well as running my own consultancy Gratta Studio.
Since 2023 I hold the title of Certified Codeable Expert Developer — placing me among the top 2% of vetted WordPress freelancers on the platform.
I hold a Master's Degree in Applied Mathematics from the National Technical University of Ukraine (KPI), which shapes how I approach complex engineering problems: systematically, with attention to edge cases and underlying structure.
I'm based in Valencia, Spain and work remotely with clients worldwide. I speak English (B2+), Ukrainian and Russian (native), and a little Spanish.
Career Journey
Experience
Jan 2023 – Present
Certified Codeable Expert Developer
Codeable Now- Direct client communication, project estimation, and milestone planning
- Custom API integrations and WordPress plugin development & maintenance
- Solving complex programming challenges for front-end & back-end development
Oct 2022 – Present
Lead WordPress Developer
Gratta Studio Now- Architectural planning, development, and team management
- Direct collaboration with customers to align technical and business goals
- WordPress & WooCommerce agency specialising in custom builds
Jun 2024 – Jan 2025
Sr. Fullstack WordPress Developer
VANYOO- Ongoing site maintenance and performance optimization
- Feature enhancements and UX-focused development
Oct 2022 – Mar 2024
Lead WordPress Developer
Spiral Scout- Full-cycle WordPress project development
- Led development teams, technical troubleshooting, and project reporting
Nov 2022 – Oct 2023
Senior WordPress Developer
NitroPack- Research, design, and performance-driven software development
- Improved WordPress integrations for speed and efficiency
Mar 2021 – Jun 2022
Lead WordPress Developer | Ecommerce Technical Lead
AWTG Ltd- Built an advanced e-commerce platform with gamification features
- Integrated multiple third-party partners & API solutions
Sep 2012 – Aug 2015
Lead PHP Developer
Froza Auto- Led architecture, development, and optimization of a major e-commerce platform
Oct 2008 – Apr 2020
Full Stack PHP Developer
Burj Auto DWC LLC- Developed large-scale logistics & e-commerce systems from scratch
Jan 2007 – Mar 2021
Founder | Senior Web Developer
Gratta Web Design Studio- Developed 300+ websites & applications on WordPress, Joomla, and custom CMS
Technical Expertise
Skills & Tools
Soft Skills
- Strategy & Planning
- Team Leadership
- Client Communication
- Project Estimation
- Problem Solving
- Agile / Scrum
Languages
Education
Master's in Applied Mathematics
National Technical University of Ukraine (KPI)
Sep 2003 – Jun 2009
Certifications