Kian Babaabady
PHP Backend Developer / WordPress Specialist
Summary
Senior WordPress Developer with over 10 years of experience in designing, developing, and optimizing high-performance websites and custom web applications. Proficient in a wide array of tools and languages including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, and various WordPress-specific platforms. Possessing a deep understanding of the entire project lifecycle and business requirements, I excel at delivering robust and scalable solutions. Passionate about clean architecture, performance optimization, and backend innovation, I have a proven track record of leading WordPress development projects and integrating modern technologies like REST APIs, Node.js, and AI/LLM APIs.
Experience
Senior WordPress Developer/ Backend Developer
DreamFarm — Oct 2024 – Present
- Developed custom WordPress themes/plugins for marketing/branding projects.
- Collaborated with design/motion teams for pixel-perfect Figma implementation.
- Built modular, reusable plugin components for faster development/maintainability.
- Integrated advanced features: animation triggers, multilingual content, headless CMS, AI Chatbots
- Optimized performance and security for high-traffic websites.
- Tools: WordPress, ACF Pro, Elementor, REST API, Git, Cloudflare, Figma.
Freelance WordPress Developer
Remote — Sep 2020 – Oct 2024
- Built 30+ custom WordPress themes and plugins for global clients across e-commerce, healthcare, education, and media sectors.
- Designed modular and reusable plugin architecture to streamline future updates.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their unique needs and goals, delivering solutions that exceeded expectations.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and deadlines.
- Developed proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP, and stayed up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in WordPress development.
- Tools: WordPress, ACF, WPML, Elementor, WooCommerce, Git.
WordPress Developer
Mirabarian Company — Sep 2019 – Sep 2020
- Developed and maintained the company's WordPress website and related sites.
- Maintained and improved corporate site for a multi-disciplinary import and consultation company.
- Collaborated with designers and content creators to ensure seamless integration of website features and content.
- Contributed to the development of new website features and improvements.
WordPress Developer
Esnews — Jun 2018 – Aug 2019
- Developed and maintained the company's WordPress website and custom theme.
- Developed and maintained esports/gaming custom WordPress site.
- Collaborated with the editorial team to ensure website content was delivered on schedule and met required quality standards.
- Checked and monitored the progress of the team's development tasks, providing guidance and support when needed.
Web Developer
NBN Company — Jun 2015 – Aug 2019
- Developed and maintained the company's website and e-commerce website.
- Built and supported websites for construction and manufacturing firm.
- Collaborated with the marketing team to ensure website content was delivered on schedule and met required quality standards.
- Monitored and troubleshoot IT challenges faced by the company.
- Provided support to colleagues with IT related issues.
Education
Master of Urban Planning
Azad University, Tehran South Branch | March 2014 – March 2017
Bachelor of Urbanization Engineering
Sheikh Bahai University, Isfahan | March 2009 – March 2014