Vijay Lathiya

WordPress Shopify Developer

D & K Technologies PVT LTD. • Full time

Apr 2011 - Oct 2015 • 4 yrs 6 mos

Senior Web Developer / Team Lead – D & K Technologies Pvt. Ltd. I worked at D & K Technologies Pvt. Ltd. for 4 years and 5 months, where I played a key role in delivering scalable web solutions for startups, agencies, and enterprise-level clients across multiple industries. This position marked a major growth phase in my career, both technically and as a team leader. I worked extensively on WordPress and Shopify platforms, handling multiple web and eCommerce projects simultaneously. My responsibilities included building custom themes, plugins, Shopify stores, payment gateway integrations, speed optimization, security hardening, performance tuning, and SEO-ready website development. I led and managed a team of 15+ members including UI/UX designers, developers, and SEO specialists. I was responsible for project planning, task allocation, code review, quality assurance, timeline management, and direct client coordination to ensure smooth delivery and long-term client satisfaction. I developed and maintained small to large-scale eCommerce web applications, including multi-product online stores, inventory-based shops, custom checkout flows, shipping logic, tax configuration, and third-party API integrations. I also provided complete post-launch support, maintenance, security updates, backups, and performance monitoring. In addition, I built customer web-based applications using different technologies tailored to specific business workflows such as CRM systems, booking platforms, dashboards, and custom automation tools. This role strengthened my leadership, communication, and architecture planning skills while delivering real business value through technology. This experience helped me grow into a confident technical lead capable of handling full-cycle web application development and long-term client partnerships.

Software Developer

Technotech India • Full time

Jan 2010 - Apr 2011 • 1 yr 3 mos

Web Designer & .NET Developer – Technotech India, Surat I started my professional career at Technotech India, Surat as a Fresh Web Designer and Developer, where I gained strong foundational experience in real-world software development and enterprise web applications. This role played a major part in shaping my technical skills, development discipline, and understanding of complete project lifecycles. I worked extensively on the Microsoft .NET Framework using C# programming language and was actively involved in developing, designing, customizing, and maintaining business-critical software solutions. My primary responsibilities included working on School and College ERP systems that managed student admissions, fee structures, attendance, examination modules, staff management, reports, and role-based dashboards. In addition to ERP solutions, I also worked on Invoice Billing and Inventory Management Software for various businesses. These applications handled stock management, purchase and sales records, GST-based billing, customer accounts, reports, and automated calculations. I participated in database design, UI layout creation, validation logic, bug fixing, testing, and deployment support. I collaborated closely with senior developers, project managers, and clients to understand requirements, improve usability, and ensure timely project delivery. This role gave me practical exposure to coding standards, version control, testing processes, performance optimization, and client-focused development. My time at Technotech India helped me build a strong technical base, professional work ethics, and a problem-solving mindset that continues to support my long-term career as a full-stack web and WordPress development professional.

Trainee Software Developer & Tester – Vxceed Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Vxceed Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd. • Full time

Jun 2009 - Dec 2009 • 6 mos

Trainee Software Developer & Tester – Vxceed Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd. I worked at Vxceed Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd. as a Trainee Software Developer & Tester, where I gained in-depth practical exposure to enterprise-level software development and testing processes while working on the company’s in-house products. My primary responsibility was working on a complete Food Management ERP system developed using the .NET Framework and C# programming language. I was involved in application testing, functional analysis, report verification, module validation, and performance checks across different ERP components including inventory, billing, purchase, sales, vendor management, and reporting modules. I actively participated in debugging C# scripts, identifying system bugs, validating business logic, and assisting in improving software stability and usability. This role provided hands-on experience with various testing methodologies including functional testing, regression testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing. During this tenure, I also learned and implemented Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), explored different development tools, gained strong fundamentals of .NET architecture, and improved my problem-solving and logical programming skills. This position laid a strong technical and analytical foundation, preparing me for advanced roles in web development, enterprise application building, and full-cycle software project execution.