I design and optimize backend systems where structure meets insight. With a background spanning PHP engineering and data analysis, I transform data into performance, scalable architectures, optimized databases, and measurable business impact.
Passionate about performance, maintainability, and real-world impact
With over a decade of experience in backend development, I specialize in PHP 8.x and MySQL, designing high-performance architectures and modernizing legacy systems. My work is guided by clear principles: clean code, measurable performance gains, and a deep respect for system integrity.
I believe great engineering happens when clarity meets structure. I build systems that are fast, predictable, and easy to extend; codebases that teams can trust and scale on. My focus is on pragmatic, maintainable solutions over trends or over-engineering.
Born in New York and raised in Italy, I combine technical depth with adaptability and cross-cultural communication. Whether working independently or collaborating across disciplines, I'm driven by precision, reliability, and shared purpose.
Outside of work, I enjoy mentoring developers, refining workflows, and experimenting with modern PHP frameworks and tools. I believe in continuous learning, both as an engineer and as a human.
Crafting scalable solutions and clean architectures across diverse environments
Building and optimizing large-scale CMS platforms powering high-traffic news sites. Delivering clean, modular PHP code with a focus on performance and maintainability. Collaborating with senior engineers to refine caching, database queries, and deployment pipelines.
Designed and delivered a full Warehouse Management System that automated inventory workflows and reduced human error. Integrated barcode scanning, responsive handheld interfaces, and real-time data synchronization. Partnered with warehouse staff and stakeholders to translate operational challenges into efficient digital solutions.
Developed and maintained web features across backend and frontend stacks. Introduced automated testing and Docker-based environments, improving release stability. Collaborated closely with design and product to deliver clean, responsive user interfaces.
Worked across analytics and database administration to improve query performance and automate reporting. Gained a deep understanding of business logic and data structures, now applied directly to backend architecture.
A toolkit built for backend performance, scalability, and clean integration
Representative projects showcasing technical skills and problem-solving abilities
A PHP 8 + MySQL offline-first Markdown knowledge hub with live preview, search, tags, backlinks, and optimistic sync. Built as a recruiter-friendly showcase deployable on InfinityFree with strong security posture: CSRF protection, DOMPurify sanitization, prepared statements, and session hardening.
A PHP 8.3 demo showing real-time database event visualization using Server-Sent Events and the Web Audio API. Built with PDO, Monolog, and a clean PSR-12 codebase. Zero frameworks, full control.
A suite of offline-first micro-apps for developers: Regex Explorer, JSON Doctor, JWT Lens, and more, all running client-side. Designed for privacy, accessibility, and calm UI motion with zero telemetry.
A reproducible Python + DuckDB analysis of housing trends (2010–2024) with automated builds and static deployment. Demonstrates reproducible data pipelines and visualization logic, but framed as a technical side project.
What colleagues and managers say about working with me
"Dominic bridges technical expertise with clear, structured communication. He consistently aligns code quality with business goals, a rare combination."
Full Stack Developer, Kingsleague
"Dominic delivered a warehouse system that fundamentally improved operations. His approach is thoughtful, his code reliable."
Backend Developer, Appliances Connection
"Dominic approaches each project with care and discipline. His commitment to doing things right sets the tone for his team."
Product Manager, Eiffel srl
I'm available for full-time backend or full stack roles. Reach out to discuss how I can contribute to your team's performance and scalability goals.