Sebastian Gherhes
Full Stack Developer specializing in building scalable, high-performance web applications.
Experienced Full Stack Developer with over 5 years of expertise in Web Applications development, proficient in React, Node.js, PHP, Laravel and WordPress. Adept at managing complex projects, I have a proven record of delivering innovative solutions and leading teams efficiently.
Work Experience
Ghem Dev
Full Stack Developer & CEO • Timișoara, Romania
University of Life Sciences Timișoara
Developed a multi-language university website managing hundreds of pages across multiple faculties and departments. • Implemented automatic translation workflows using the DeepL API, ensuring high-quality multilingual support and consistency across content. • Focused heavily on accessibility compliance (WCAG), responsive design, and optimal page performance. • Delivered a fully customizable CMS solution with PayloadCMS, allowing administrators to dynamically manage all site content, media, and translations with minimal technical intervention.
Mobilesyrup
High-traffic news website reaching 1-2M monthly visitors. • Built with WordPress CMS, implementing a fully customized theme optimized for high-performance and scalability. • Managed ongoing site optimization, ensuring robust site performance and reliable content delivery.
BDB
Created a complex dashboard application to visualize banking sector data, enabling insightful analytics and reporting. • Implemented a comprehensive activity log system to track detailed changes across the platform, facilitating transparency and accountability. • Developed an advanced approval workflow, requiring admin verification for all critical data modifications, significantly enhancing data integrity and security.
Document Archive & Logistics Platform
Designed a Laravel backend and REST API for managing companies, contacts, contracts, and storage - centralizing hundreds of legacy contracts and clients into a searchable system. • Implemented robust validation and schema improvements (indexes, FKs, annotated migrations) for data integrity and performance. • Built CSV/Excel import pipelines to parse, clean and map legacy data (clients, contracts, dates, nomenclatures). • Built a React frontend with consistent DTO/Resource responses for UI forms and tables.
Medical Appointments Platform
Led migration from Node.js to Laravel, redesigning domain models and API structure for maintainability. • Implemented core entities with RESTful endpoints. • Added real-time chat via Laravel Reverb and video consultations via Vonage (session management, token generation, secure access). • Secured the platform with authentication and role-based authorization for patients, doctors and admins.
MGY
Leading property agency based in Cardiff, Wales. • Developed a property listing platform with automated hourly imports from external systems. • Built a custom responsive WordPress theme and integrated data synchronization for up-to-date listings.
Responsibilities Included:
- End-to-end project management including planning, resource allocation, and client communication.
- Maintaining high standards in code quality, system reliability, and performance.
- Applying Agile methodologies to deliver projects efficiently and within deadlines.
CCSW
Full Stack Developer • Cardiff, UK
Insure Engine System
Large insurance platform handling hundreds of monthly payments. Enabled brokers to sell insurance products (breakdown, GAP, home, gadget) via custom journeys and domains. Developed a comprehensive CMS and analytics dashboard.
Trade A Mobile
Built a trade-in platform allowing users to sell mobile devices to authorized brokers. Implemented import systems and real-time price updates for broker product listings.
CodetraQR
QR-based hotel room management system serving dozens of hotels. Built a React Native app for staff to update room statuses securely via QR codes and added analytics to track operational efficiency.
Motanz
Web Developer • Timișoara, Romania
Intro
Software Developer • Southampton, UK
Education
University of Southampton
MSc Computer Science (Distinction)
University of Southampton
BSc Information Technology in Organisations (First Class Honours)