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INA LARAKU

INA LARAKU

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Tirane,Albania

Summary

Results-oriented and innovative Senior Software Engineer with over 6 years of experience delivering high-quality software solutions. Proven ability to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of complex requirements. Strong leader with a successful track record guiding development teams through enterprise-wide projects, driving efficiency and fostering collaboration. Committed to leveraging expertise to contribute to cutting-edge technology initiatives and enhance overall project outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Senior Software Engineer

RCN Capital
USA
08.2023 - Current
  • Led the development of new features and enhancements across PHP and CakePHP frameworks.
  • Specialized in upgrading legacy code from CakePHP 2 to CakePHP 3, ensuring smooth transitions and system stability.
  • Optimized database performance by fine-tuning queries and improving overall application efficiency.
  • Provided ongoing maintenance by troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving system issues to ensure high reliability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and maintainable solutions aligned with business requirements.

Senior Web Developer

WarneemApp
06.2024 - 08.2025
  • Led the design and development of core healthcare scheduling and workforce management features, ensuring scalability and performance for thousands of medical professionals across the Netherlands.
  • Built and maintained complex Laravel applications, focusing on modular architecture, SOLID principles, and clean code practices.
  • Developed advanced calendar, agenda, and leave management modules.
  • Implemented financial modules such as invoicing, expense management, and subscription packages, integrating dynamic pricing, tiered billing, and real-time calculations for both healthcare workers and organizations.
  • Integrated third-party APIs and services.
  • Optimized database queries and implemented caching strategies to ensure high performance across large datasets (shifts, invoices, users).
  • Improved application security by enforcing strict permission handling, role-based access control, and custom Laravel middleware.
  • Collaborated with product managers and stakeholders to transform business requirements into technical solutions, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and operational needs.

Senior Software Engineer

KT Software Solutions
07.2023 - Current

As a Senior Software Engineer, I lead development initiatives across CakePHP and Laravel frameworks, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable solutions. I specialize in designing and maintaining robust APIs that facilitate seamless communication between services, while leveraging AWS queues and background notification systems to enhance performance and efficiency.

My primary focus is on driving improvements to Checkrite, the company’s flagship product, where I continuously optimize functionality, reliability, and scalability. By implementing best practices in software architecture, performance tuning, and cloud integration, I ensure the platform meets the evolving needs of both the business and its customers.

Java and Javascript Trainer

SDA by Protik
07.2022 - Current
  • As a Java and JavaScript Trainer, my mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in both backend and frontend development realms. Leveraging my expertise in Java and JavaScript, I design comprehensive training programs that cover a wide spectrum of concepts and technologies.
  • In Java, I delve into topics such as object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, and application development using frameworks like Spring and Hibernate.
  • Meanwhile, in JavaScript, I guide learners through the intricacies of the language, including its core principles, asynchronous programming, and DOM manipulation, along with popular libraries and frameworks such as React, Vue.js, or Angular.
  • Throughout the training journey, I foster a dynamic learning environment, combining theory with hands-on practice through coding exercises, projects, and real-world simulations. I encourage active participation and collaboration among trainees, facilitating peer learning and knowledge sharing.
  • As a mentor, I provide personalized guidance and constructive feedback to help individuals overcome obstacles and maximize their learning potential. Additionally, I stay abreast of industry trends and best practices, ensuring that the training content remains relevant and aligned with current market demands.
  • By empowering individuals with proficiency in both Java and JavaScript, I enable them to pursue diverse career opportunities in software development and contribute effectively to the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Founder

TPA
01.2022 - Current
  • TPA(Tech Prudentia Academy) is a startup on helping passionate people of technology on starting their career on programming.
  • Instructor of PHP, Laravel , Wordpress and Front end basics.

PHP Instructor

TCT (Tirana Center of Technology)
11.2021 - Current
  • Explaining to the students all the concepts of PHP language, starting from the very first steps of how to become a Backend Developer
  • Ellaborating OOP concepts
  • Basics of MySQL Database concepts

Fullstack Developer

Freelance & Remote
12.2019 - Current
  • Built different workflow of different projects.
  • Designed database structure, implementing in Laravel and PHP projects using MySQL.
  • Created workflow of the project based on the skills of the team.
  • Daily Scrum with the team to encourage arriving the deadlines.

Senior Software Engineer

IntelyCare
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • As a Senior Software Engineer at IntelyCare, my primary focus revolves around PHP development, where I specialize in crafting new APIs and promptly resolving bugs. I also collaborate extensively with microservices architecture, utilizing both PHP and Java to ensure seamless integration and optimal system performance. In addition to my technical contributions, I have the privilege of serving as a Tech and Team Lead, guiding and motivating my colleagues to maintain high standards of work quality and performance. With a proactive approach, I drive our team to meet project deadlines while consistently delivering features that exceed expectations.

Fullstack Web Developer

DigitSapiens
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Team Leader of a big project as PECB Institution
  • Worked directly with the client to achieve the requirements and deadlines.
  • Worked closely with the team members helping them to overcome the problems they may have.
  • Writing Unit Tests
  • Creating RESTful APIs using Laravel and using them in front end on VueJs

Full-stack Web & Wordpress Developer

ISI Solutions
08.2020 - 03.2021
  • Developed landing pages, dashboards, and online applications using Php, Laravel, Html, css, Ajax, and Javascript.
  • Strengthened company brand and identity by creating a distinctive website.
  • Used programming capabilities in PHP, SQL and JavaScript, and other libraries as needed.
  • Took concepts and produced design mockups and prototypes to strengthen designs, enhance user experiences and improve site interactions.
  • Tested websites and performed troubleshooting prior to deployment
  • . Created site layout and user interface using HTML and CSS practices
  • . Developed user-oriented visuals and features using front-end languages, including HTML, CSS, and Javascript, to increase site traffic
  • . Collaborated with in-house web designers to create sleek and innovative UI designs.
  • Created eye-catching and functional digital design concepts across various platforms to strengthen company brand and identity.
  • Designed, implemented, and monitored web pages and sites for continuous improvement. Converted mockups into HTML, JavaScript, AJAX, and JSON.

Web Developer

iD Develop
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Created and update re-usable code libraries to streamline WordPress development cycle.
  • Wrote clean, clear, and well-tested code for various projects
  • . Liaised with clients and colleagues to build strong and impactful professional relationships.
  • Created web applications and components using PHP programming language.
  • Coded, tested, debugged, and monitored websites for several clients.
  • Used programming capabilities in PHP, SQL and JavaScript, and other libraries as needed.

Web Developer

Trio Software
02.2018 - 08.2018
  • Used programming capabilities in PHP, SQL and JavaScript and other libraries as needed.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.

Junior Web Developer

PracticArt
10.2017 - 01.2018
  • Built website interfaces with HTML and CSS.
  • Converted mockups into HTML, JavaScript, AJAX and JSON
  • . Created site layout and user interface using HTML and CSS practices.
  • Reviewed code to validate structures, assess security, and verify browser, device, and operating system compatibility.
  • Planned and engineered RESTful web services to manipulate dynamic datasets.
  • Assisted on php and laravel projects.

Education

Bachelor - Informatics

University of Tirana
07.2018

Skills

PHP

CakePHP

Laravel

OOP

Java

MySQL

Wordpress

CSS3

SQL

Bootstrap

HTML5

JQuery

RESTful APIs

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Websites

Timeline

Senior Web Developer

WarneemApp
06.2024 - 08.2025

Senior Software Engineer

RCN Capital
08.2023 - Current

Senior Software Engineer

KT Software Solutions
07.2023 - Current

Java and Javascript Trainer

SDA by Protik
07.2022 - Current

Senior Software Engineer

IntelyCare
03.2022 - 07.2023

Founder

TPA
01.2022 - Current

PHP Instructor

TCT (Tirana Center of Technology)
11.2021 - Current

Fullstack Web Developer

DigitSapiens
04.2021 - 03.2022

Full-stack Web & Wordpress Developer

ISI Solutions
08.2020 - 03.2021

Fullstack Developer

Freelance & Remote
12.2019 - Current

Web Developer

iD Develop
08.2018 - 05.2019

Web Developer

Trio Software
02.2018 - 08.2018

Junior Web Developer

PracticArt
10.2017 - 01.2018

Bachelor - Informatics

University of Tirana
INA LARAKUSENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER