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Senior Laravel Developer

I build Laravel web apps that make you money.

Hi, I'm Shakeel. For 6+ years I've built SaaS, eCommerce, healthcare and HR platforms for clients in the US, UK and Netherlands. You bring the idea — I'll ship a fast, secure app your users actually love. Simple as that.

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6+
Years Experience
20+
Projects Shipped
15+
Happy Clients
6+
Countries Served
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About Me

A developer who thinks like a founder.

I don't just write code — I solve business problems. Over 6+ years I've helped startups and enterprises across four continents launch and scale platforms that make money and don't break at 2 AM. I build systems that are easy to manage, focus relentlessly on real-world outcomes, and communicate in plain language — no jargon, no surprises.

Based in
Islamabad, Pakistan
Serving clients globally
Experience
6+ Years
Senior Laravel Developer
Expertise
SaaS · eCommerce
Healthcare · HR · APIs
Availability
Accepting new work
Full-time / Contract
WhatsApp
+92 302 9865526
Email
contact@shakeeliqbal.com
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  • Point of IT (Pvt) Ltd
    (01/2025 — 07/2025)

    Senior Laravel Developer

    Remetric Health (US-Based Healthcare Project)

    Senior Backend Developer for a US healthcare platform. Built secure Laravel APIs, optimized complex MySQL procedures, and improved performance across patient modules.

  • Dream Warrior Group
    (04/2024 — 12/2024)

    Team Lead & Laravel Developer

    ARTdynamix® / Dairy Queen

    At Dream Warrior Group, I worked on ARTdynamix®, a CMS tailored for performing arts organizations, where I built robust Laravel backend systems and integrated ticketing, fundraising, and SEO enhancements.

    I also led the Dairy Queen project, a well-known American food franchise brand, overseeing architecture, backend development, and performance optimization. From planning to successful delivery, I ensured scalable, secure, and business-focused solutions tailored to their large-scale operations.

  • AT Tech
    (09/2019 — 04/2024)

    Laravel Developer

    Dr. iQ

    Built telemedicine platform Dr. iQ for online consultations and prescriptions. Focused on patient data security and robust backend performance.

  • International Islamic University Islamabad
    (08/2014 — 01/2019)

    BS in Software Engineering

    Specialized in software architecture, backend development, and databases.

  • Sir Syed College, Wah Cantt
    (2012 — 2014)

    FSc (Pre-Engineering)

    Focused on Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science.

Laravel (PHP)
MySQL & PostgreSQL
RESTful APIs
Livewire
Vue.js
CodeIgniter
JavaScript & jQuery
HTML5 & CSS3
OOP & MVC
Docker
Git & CI/CD
Stored Procedures
Payment Gateways
Queues & Jobs
Redis & Caching

Laravel (PHP Framework)

Database Design (MySQL & PostgreSQL)

RESTful API Development

CodeIgniter

Vue.js (Frontend Integration)

AJAX, jQuery

HTML5 & CSS3 (Responsive UI)

OOP & MVC Architecture

Docker

Git & Version Control

Stored Procedures & SQL Optimization

Beyond Client Work

Products & Companies I've Built

These aren't client projects — they're products I've founded, co-founded, or hold a stake in.

Founder

KeyWord Caddy

Founder & Developer

SEO SaaS that helps writers rank higher by tracking keyword usage inside their content in real time.

Visit KeyWord Caddy →
Co-Founder

YoWorld Info

Co-Founder

Gaming information portal with a live price guide and item wiki for YoWorld players.

Visit YoWorld Info →

Why Clients Hire Me

Work with someone who gets it done.

I bring senior-level engineering, clear communication, and startup-grade pace to every project — so you ship with confidence.

01 — Craft

Senior-level quality

6+ years shipping production Laravel in healthcare, finance, and SaaS. Clean code, tested and documented — no handoff surprises.

02 — Mindset

Business-first thinking

I ask "why" before "how." Every feature is measured against your goals, not a spec sheet.

03 — Communication

Clear and consistent

Async updates, zero jargon, timezone-flexible. You'll always know what's shipping, what's blocked, and when.

04 — Longevity

Built to scale

Secure APIs, optimized queries, sensible architecture. Today's code won't be tomorrow's tech debt.

Portfolio

Featured Projects

Services I Offer

Turn Ideas Into Powerful Web Solutions

I help businesses and startups build modern, high-performing web applications using the Laravel framework. Whether you're launching a new product, scaling your operations, or improving your online presence, I deliver custom solutions that drive real results.

  • Custom Web Applications

    Tailored Laravel-based web apps that solve your unique business problems from internal dashboards to full-scale platforms.

  • SaaS Platform Development

    Launch your own SaaS product with secure multi-tenant architecture, payment integration, and scalable backend systems.

  • eCommerce & Multi-Vendor Stores

    Create fully functional online stores with product management, secure checkout, vendor management, and more.

  • API & Backend Development

    Build robust REST APIs and backend logic that power mobile apps, frontend interfaces, and integrations.

  • Database Design & Optimization

    Design efficient MySQL & PostgreSQL databases, improve performance, and manage large-scale data securely.

  • Enterprise Systems

    Experience in developing healthcare platforms, HR systems, Inventory & Finance management, and more.

  • Performance Optimization

    Improve your existing Laravel applications with speed enhancements, code refactoring, and security audits.

Testimonials

What People Say About My Work

“Working with Shakeel was a game-changer for our health tech platform. He streamlined our Laravel backend and built scalable APIs that significantly boosted performance and reliability.”

Michael O’Connor

Tech Lead, Remetric Health (USA)

“Shakeel helped us develop a multi-vendor eCommerce platform from the ground up. His Laravel expertise ensured smooth functionality, payment integrations, and a solid backend structure.”

Sarah Khan

Product Manager, ShopNow Hub (UK)

“We collaborated on a Laravel-based HR system, and Shakeel's work on modules, API development, and database design made it a success. It's now actively used by multiple departments.”

Imran Rafiq

HR Systems Lead, CHIP Consulting (Pakistan)

“Shakeel rebuilt our analytics dashboard using PHP, Laravel, and MySQL. Thanks to his optimization, our report load time dropped from 45 seconds to under 5 seconds.”

Hans Dekker

CTO, DataSight Analytics (Netherlands)

“Shakeel worked on Dairy Queen’s Laravel-based finance management system. His backend development ensured smooth handling of daily sales data, monthly revenue reports, and custom analytics dashboards. For a brand as large and trusted as Dairy Queen, accuracy and performance were critical and Shakeel delivered both.”

Amanda Lopez

Project Manager, Dream Warrior Group (USA)

“Shakeel played a key role in the Laravel development of ARTdynamix®, our CMS for performing arts organizations. His contributions helped us build a modular, customizable system used by theaters and museums across the U.S.”

Amanda Lopez

Project Manager, Dream Warrior Group (USA)

“Our Laravel SaaS platform had critical bugs until Shakeel stepped in. He quickly diagnosed the issues and refactored backend logic with great results.”

Jasper Müller

Founder, CodeBridge Systems (Germany)

“We needed a backend developer for our inventory system. Shakeel developed admin dashboards, REST APIs, and ensured top-notch security and performance.”

Nida Patel

Operations Manager, StockPilot ERP (UAE)

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