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Hi, I'm Pankaj Sangwan

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With 10+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, I specialize in architecting high-performance web applications, scalable PHP & Node backends, enterprise custom WordPress solutions, and high-converting Shopify Plus stores.

10+ Years of Experience
40+ Upwork Projects Completed
100% Client Satisfaction
60+ Web Apps Delivered
Upwork Track Record
Top Rated • 40+ Jobs
Certified Partner
Shopify & Liquid Pro
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Pankaj Sangwan Full Stack Developer

Pankaj Sangwan

Senior Software Engineer • 10+ Yrs

PHP 8 Shopify Plus React.js Node.js WordPress MySQL/PostgreSQL Docker
📍 Waterloo, Ontario, Canada • Remote Worldwide

A Decade of Engineering Reliable Software

Bridging robust backend foundations with modern, revenue-generating digital experiences.

I am a full-stack Web Application Developer and Senior Software Engineer who loves writing elegant, robust programs that solve complex business challenges and help companies reach their maximum potential.

My software journey spans over 10+ years, beginning with early open-source MVC frameworks (CakePHP, CodeIgniter, native PHP OOP) and evolving into modern cloud-native architectures, headless commerce, React, Node.js, and high-scale databases.

Having served as Senior Software Engineer at Jarvis Technos for more than 6 years and delivered over 40+ client projects on Upwork with 100% client satisfaction, I blend speed of execution with strict architectural discipline.

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⚡ Speed & Performance

Obsessed with sub-second page loads, 95+ Core Web Vitals, clean SQL query profiling, and lightweight bundle architectures.

🛡️ Security & Standards

Strict implementation of PSR standards, sanitized inputs, CSRF/XSS defenses, rate-limiting, and PCI-compliant checkout flows.

📈 Business ROI Driven

I build with conversion in mind: seamless customer checkout flows, lightning checkout, and automated backend operations.

🤝 Reliable Collaboration

Proactive communication, transparent sprint tracking, clean documentation, and seamless alignment with US/Canada business hours.

What I Can Build For You

End-to-end full stack software engineering, e-commerce transformation, and technical consulting.

Full Stack Web Applications

Custom enterprise web applications and dynamic dashboards engineered with modern frontend frameworks and battle-tested backend architectures.

  • React.js, Next.js & Vue.js SPAs
  • Node.js, Express & PHP Backends
  • Role-Based Access & Multi-Tenant Auth

Shopify Plus & E-Commerce

Certified Shopify development: bespoke Liquid themes, custom private apps, checkout extensions, and headless Storefront API architectures.

  • Custom Liquid Themes & 2.0 Sections
  • Checkout UI & Storefront API Headless
  • High-Volume Conversion Optimization

Custom WordPress & WooCommerce

Enterprise WordPress engineering without the bloat. Custom theme development from Figma, bespoke plugin creation, and B2B wholesale portals.

  • Custom Plugin & Gutenberg Block Dev
  • Complex WooCommerce B2B Wholesale Logic
  • Speed Tuning & Malware Cleansing

REST & GraphQL API Architecture

Robust backend gateways and microservices for mobile apps and third-party integrations with strict security, rate limiting, and webhooks.

  • Stripe, PayPal & Payment Gateway Sync
  • Third-Party CRM / ERP / Shipping APIs
  • Token-Bucket Rate Limiting & Caching

Databases, DevOps & Cloud

Relational and NoSQL database architecture, query optimization, Docker containerization, server migrations, and Linux/Hostinger server administration.

  • MySQL, PostgreSQL & Redis Tuning
  • Docker Containers & CI/CD Deployment
  • Hostinger, cPanel & Cloud VPS Setup

Legacy Code Modernization & Audits

Upgrading aging PHP systems (CakePHP, CodeIgniter, PHP 5.x/7.x) to PHP 8.2+, refactoring technical debt, plugging security loopholes, and boosting performance.

  • PHP 8.2 Migration & Deprecation Fixes
  • Comprehensive Security & Performance Audit
  • Refactoring Spaghetticode to Clean MVC

How I Deliver Value

A structured, transparent engineering methodology refined over 10+ years to guarantee zero-downtime execution and on-time launches.

Phase 01

Architecture & Blueprint

Deep discovery to define database schemas, third-party API contracts, technical stack, and milestone sprint roadmaps.

  • ✔ System Architecture Specification
  • ✔ Database Schema & Data Flow
  • ✔ Fixed Milestones & Timelines
Phase 02

Agile Sprint Execution

Clean, test-driven coding with regular Git commits, bi-weekly live staging previews, and rapid asynchronous feedback cycles.

  • ✔ Clean, Documented Modular Code
  • ✔ Private GitHub Repository Access
  • ✔ Interactive Staging URL Previews
Phase 03

Security & Speed Hardening

Profiling SQL queries, enforcing CSRF/XSS defenses, caching with Redis, and tuning for sub-second Core Web Vitals.

  • ✔ 95+ Mobile Google PageSpeed Score
  • ✔ OWASP Security Compliance Audit
  • ✔ Cross-Browser & Device Testing
Phase 04

Launch & 100% IP Handover

Zero-downtime production deployment, complete intellectual property transfer, technical documentation, and 30-day warranty.

  • ✔ Zero-Downtime Deployment
  • ✔ 100% IP & Repository Ownership
  • ✔ 30 Days Free Post-Launch Support

Skills & Technologies

A decade of continuous learning and mastery across frontend, backend, e-commerce, and cloud environments.

React.js & Next.js
Expert 7+ Years
TypeScript / JS (ES6+)
Advanced 10+ Years
Tailwind CSS & Bootstrap
Mastery 9+ Years
PHP (8.x / OOP / MVC)
Mastery 10+ Years
Node.js & Express
Advanced 6+ Years
Python & Flask
Proficient 5+ Years
CakePHP & CodeIgniter
Senior Legacy 10+ Years
Shopify Plus & Liquid
Certified Pro 7+ Years
WordPress & WooCommerce
Mastery 10+ Years
MySQL & PostgreSQL
Expert 10+ Years
Docker & Containers
Proficient 5+ Years
Hostinger / Linux / cPanel
Mastery 10+ Years

Live Architecture Showcase

Real production patterns demonstrating clean architecture, defensive security, and scalable software design.

{% comment %}
  Bespoke Dynamic Bundle Builder with Storefront API & Custom Pricing Matrix
  Author: Pankaj Sangwan • Certified Shopify Plus Engineer
{% endcomment %}

{% schema %}
{
  "name": "Custom Bundle Builder",
  "tag": "section",
  "class": "shopify-bundle-engine",
  "settings": [
    { "type": "collection", "id": "bundle_items", "label": "Bundle Collection" },
    { "type": "number", "id": "tier_discount", "label": "Tier Discount %", "default": 20 }
  ]
}
{% endschema %}

{% assign bundleCollection = collections[section.settings.bundle_items] %}
<div class="bundle-matrix-container" data-discount="{{ section.settings.tier_discount }}">
  {% for product in bundleCollection.products %}
    {% if product.available %}
      <div class="bundle-item-card" data-variant-id="{{ product.selected_or_first_available_variant.id }}">
        <img src="{{ product.featured_image | image_url: width: 400 }}" loading="lazy" alt="{{ product.title | escape }}">
        <h4>{{ product.title }}</h4>
        <span class="price">{{ product.price | money }}</span>
        <button type="button" class="btn-add-bundle" onclick="BundleEngine.toggleItem(this)">Add To Tier</button>
      </div>
    {% endif %}
  {% endfor %}
</div>
<?php
declare(strict_types=1);

namespace App\Domain\Orders\Services;

use App\Domain\Orders\Repositories\OrderRepositoryInterface;
use App\Domain\Payments\Contracts\PaymentGatewayInterface;
use App\Domain\Orders\DTO\CreateOrderPayload;

/**
 * High-Throughput Order Processing Service (PHP 8.2 Strict Types & DI)
 * Architected by Pankaj Sangwan • Senior Software Engineer
 */
final readonly class OrderProcessingService
{
    public function __construct(
        private OrderRepositoryInterface $orderRepo,
        private PaymentGatewayInterface $payments,
        private \Redis $cache
    ) {}

    public function execute(CreateOrderPayload $payload): OrderResult
    {
        $idempotencyKey = "order:lock:{$payload->customerId}:{$payload->cartHash}";
        
        // Atomic Redis lock to prevent double charges
        if (!$this->cache->set($idempotencyKey, 'locked', ['NX', 'EX' => 30])) {
            throw new DuplicateOrderException('Order is already processing.');
        }

        $charge = $this->payments->capture($payload->paymentToken, $payload->amountCents);
        $order = $this->orderRepo->create($payload, $charge->transactionId);

        return new OrderResult($order->id, $charge->status, $order->total);
    }
}
// hooks/useRealtimeAnalytics.ts - Modern TypeScript React Custom Hook
import { useState, useEffect, useCallback } from 'react';

export interface MetricTelemetry {
  activeUsers: number;
  conversionRate: number;
  latencyMs: number;
}

export function useRealtimeAnalytics(channelId: string) {
  const [metrics, setMetrics] = useState<MetricTelemetry>({ activeUsers: 0, conversionRate: 0, latencyMs: 0 });
  const [isConnected, setIsConnected] = useState<boolean>(false);

  const handlePacket = useCallback((data: MetricTelemetry) => {
    // Optimistic update with moving average dampener
    setMetrics(prev => ({ ...prev, ...data, latencyMs: (prev.latencyMs + data.latencyMs) / 2 }));
  }, []);

  useEffect(() => {
    const ws = new WebSocket(`wss://api.pankajsangwan.com/telemetry/${channelId}`);
    ws.onopen = () => setIsConnected(true);
    ws.onmessage = (event) => handlePacket(JSON.parse(event.data));
    ws.onclose = () => setIsConnected(false);

    return () => ws.close();
  }, [channelId, handlePacket]);

  return { metrics, isConnected };
}
// webhookConsumer.js - Idempotent Stripe Webhook Pipeline with Redis
const stripe = require('stripe')(process.env.STRIPE_SECRET_KEY);
const Redis = require('ioredis');
const redis = new Redis(process.env.REDIS_URL);

async function stripeWebhookHandler(req, res) {
  const sig = req.headers['stripe-signature'];
  let event;

  try {
    event = stripe.webhooks.constructEvent(req.rawBody, sig, process.env.STRIPE_ENDPOINT_SECRET);
  } catch (err) {
    return res.status(400).send(`Signature Error: ${err.message}`);
  }

  // Idempotency check: Ignore duplicate delivery within 48 hours
  const seen = await redis.set(`webhook:event:${event.id}`, 'PROCESSED', 'NX', 'EX', 172800);
  if (!seen) {
    return res.status(200).json({ received: true, note: 'Duplicate skipped safely' });
  }

  // Acknowledge HTTP 200 within 20ms and delegate event to async worker queue
  setImmediate(() => dispatchToWorkerQueue(event));
  res.status(200).json({ received: true });
}

Milestones & Experience

A proven track record of software delivery from product engineering companies to global clientele.

Senior Full Stack Consultant & Top Rated Freelancer

Upwork Global Freelancing • Remote
2018 – Present

Delivered 40+ high-impact web and e-commerce projects for clients across North America, Europe, and Australia with 100% 5-star feedback.

  • Architected customized Shopify Plus storefronts resulting in double-digit conversion rate increases.
  • Engineered custom WordPress plugins, WooCommerce custom checkout modules, and third-party ERP synchronizations.
  • Migrated and modernized legacy PHP web applications to modern PHP 8.2 and React architectures.

Senior Software Engineer

Jarvis Technos Pvt. Ltd.
6+ Years

Led web development engineering teams specializing in open-source web technologies, PHP OOP, MVC architectures, and complex client deliverables under tight deadlines.

  • Architected robust web application modules in PHP, CodeIgniter, and CakePHP with high test coverage.
  • Designed and optimized high-scale relational database schemas handling millions of records in MySQL.
  • Spearheaded code reviews, architectural guidelines, and security best practices across senior and junior engineering squads.

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Information Technology

Punjab Technical University (PTU)
Engineering Degree

Rigorous foundation in computer science principles, algorithms, data structures, database management systems (DBMS), software engineering methodologies, and network architecture.

Featured Projects

Real-world commercial solutions designed for high performance, conversion, and architectural resilience.

Shopify Plus Storefront
Shopify Plus • Liquid

High-Volume Shopify Plus Storefront

Bespoke luxury brand storefront featuring custom product bundle builders, sub-second load times, and dynamic ERP sync.

Shopify 2.0 Liquid Storefront API JavaScript
Enterprise SaaS Dashboard
React • Node.js • PostgreSQL

Enterprise Cloud Analytics SaaS

Multi-tenant operations and data dashboard handling 10,000+ daily active users with real-time websocket pipelines.

React.js Node.js PostgreSQL Redis Docker
B2B Wholesale Portal
WordPress • Custom PHP

Custom WooCommerce B2B Portal

Enterprise wholesale ordering engine with tier-based volume pricing, instant quotation generation, and ERP inventory synchronization.

WordPress WooCommerce PHP 8.2 MySQL
Healthcare Management System
Python • React • Analytics

Healthcare Resource Management Portal

Automated scheduling algorithms, patient record management, and encrypted data processing pipelines for healthcare centers.

Python Flask React PostgreSQL
RESTful API Gateway
PHP 8 • MVC • Stripe

High-Throughput Microservices Gateway

Resilient REST API architecture servicing over 5M monthly requests with sub-50ms latency, Stripe billing, and token-bucket security.

PHP 8 CakePHP Stripe API MySQL
Jamstack Headless E-Commerce
Next.js • GraphQL • Headless

Jamstack Headless Commerce Store

Ultra-fast modern storefront powered by Next.js static generation combined with Shopify's robust commerce engine via GraphQL.

Next.js Shopify GraphQL TypeScript Tailwind CSS

Technical Deep Dives

Real-world architectural breakthroughs and production performance case studies from over a decade of engineering.

Shopify Plus • Liquid 6 Min Read

Achieving Sub-800ms Page Loads on High-Volume Shopify Plus Stores

How we eliminated 9 bloated third-party apps, replaced them with modular Liquid 2.0 web components, and achieved a 48% mobile conversion surge.

🚀 LCP: 3.8s → 740ms • Conversion: +48.2%
PHP 8.2 • Architecture 7 Min Read

Zero-Downtime Migration: Upgrading a 10-Year Legacy Monolith to PHP 8.2

A systematic blueprint decoupling spaghetti SQL into a clean Repository Pattern with Redis caching and automated blue-green traffic routing.

⚡ Query Latency: 220ms → 28ms • Memory: -55%
Stripe • Payments • Node 5 Min Read

Designing Resilient, Idempotent Payment Pipelines with Stripe & PayPal

Eliminating duplicate subscription charges and missed customer order events using HMAC cryptographic validation and atomic Redis ledgers.

🛡️ Zero Duplicate Charges • Sub-18ms Webhook ACK

Verified Testimonials

Real feedback from Upwork contracts, product founders, and long-term enterprise clients.

★★★★★

"Pankaj is an exceptional full-stack engineer. He delivered our custom Shopify Plus theme weeks ahead of schedule. The code quality was immaculate, and our mobile checkout conversion immediately increased by 40%. Highly recommended!"

MR
Marcus Reynolds
Founder • E-Commerce Brand (US) • via Upwork
★★★★★

"We had a critical legacy PHP application with years of technical debt that kept crashing. Pankaj stepped in, diagnosed the bottleneck in hours, upgraded us to PHP 8 with clean MVC architecture, and our server load dropped by 65%."

SL
Sarah Lindqvist
CTO • SaaS Platform (Canada) • via Upwork
★★★★★

"Pankaj is one of the rare developers who truly understands both deep backend logic and pixel-perfect front-end design. He built our WooCommerce B2B wholesale platform from scratch and it has run flawlessly without a single bug."

DK
David Kumar
Operations Director • Wholesale Supplies (UK)

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions clients ask before initiating a contract or consultation.

I offer flexible working arrangements based on your project requirements: Fixed-Price Project Milestones (ideal for clearly defined scopes like a custom Shopify store, website migration, or MVP build), Hourly Contracts via Upwork, or Dedicated Monthly Retainers for ongoing maintenance, feature development, and architecture oversight.
I am located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada (EST/EDT), which aligns natively with North American business hours (New York, Toronto, Chicago, San Francisco). I maintain overlapping availability for European and Australian clients through structured asynchronous updates, Slack/Teams, and scheduled Zoom/Google Meet calls.
You own 100% of the code, intellectual property, repositories, and digital assets immediately upon milestone release or payment. All work is delivered via your private GitHub/GitLab repositories with thorough documentation and zero vendor lock-in.
Yes! With over 10+ years of software engineering experience spanning legacy PHP (PHP 5/7, CakePHP, CodeIgniter) to modern stacks, I specialize in code audits, security patching, speed optimization, and systematically migrating legacy monoliths without business disruption.

Project Scope & Cost Estimator

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Estimated Project Scope

Calculated live based on industry-standard sprint hours.

Estimated Investment
$3,600 - $4,700
⏱️ Expected Delivery: 2 - 3 Weeks
  • Recommended Stack: Shopify Plus, Liquid, Storefront API
  • Code Ownership: 100% Client IP
  • Quality Guarantee: 30 Days Free Support

Let's Build Something Extraordinary

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Contact Information

Whether you're looking for a lead full-stack developer, a Shopify expert, or technical consulting, I respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.

Location & Availability
Waterloo, ON, Canada • Remote Worldwide