Radhwan Rouihm

As the CEO of Golden Dawn Programmers, I lead a dynamic team specializing in web development, software solutions, and digital strategy. Our agency delivers high-quality, scalable applications, with expertise in Laravel, Symfony, Vue.js, and Agora for real-time communication. We also provide marketing and SEO services, ensuring businesses grow and thrive online. My role involves: Business Strategy & Growth – Defining the agency’s vision, expanding our client base, and forming strategic partnerships. Technical Leadership – Overseeing development projects, optimizing code efficiency, and ensuring best practices in software architecture. Client Relations & Project Management – Working closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions. Innovation & Problem-Solving – Staying ahead of industry trends, integrating cutting-edge technologies, and continuously improving our services. Team Development – Mentoring developers, fostering a culture of learning, and ensuring high-quality project execution.

As a Senior Developer, I led the development of a multi-clinic telehealth application using Symfony, Docker, and multi-tenancy architecture. This project required designing a scalable system where each clinic operated independently with secure data isolation, while optimizing performance across multiple tenants. I applied advanced techniques to manage database isolation, containerization with Docker, and implemented flexible, modular features that allowed for seamless clinic-specific customizations. Throughout this project, I deepened my expertise in system architecture, ensuring both high performance and security at scale.

As a Project Manager on Upwork, I led the development of multiple projects using Laravel, applying a modular approach to enhance scalability and maintainability. I strategically chose the Laravel module system to separate key functionalities, ensuring that each module could be developed, tested, and deployed independently. This not only streamlined the development process but also allowed for greater flexibility in adding features and managing project updates. Throughout these projects, I oversaw both the technical and operational aspects, ensuring timely delivery, high-quality code, and strong client satisfaction. My experience in balancing both management and technical execution has deepened my expertise in building robust, scalable applications.

As the Team Lead for a group of five developers, I spearheaded the development of a credit builder platform, ensuring smooth coordination and high-quality deliverables. My key responsibilities included integrating multiple payment gateways—Authorize.net, Stripe, and PayPal—into the Laravel-based system to provide users with flexible, secure payment options. In addition to leading the team, I took a hands-on approach, developing custom web scraping tools to retrieve essential data from partners who lacked APIs, ensuring we could still access the necessary information to power our platform. By managing both the technical and collaborative aspects of the project, I successfully led the team in delivering a robust, scalable solution.

For the past six years, I’ve worked full-time as a freelancer, building custom solutions for small and medium-sized businesses across a range of industries. Specializing in PHP development, I’ve worked with a variety of frameworks and platforms including Laravel, Symfony, Yii, Magento, WordPress, and PrestaShop. Each project has presented unique challenges—whether developing e-commerce platforms, business management tools, or highly customized websites. From short-term contracts to long-term collaborations, I’ve gained deep experience working directly with clients, understanding their needs, and delivering tailored solutions that drive real results. My adaptability, technical versatility, and ability to jump into different projects and deliver high-quality results have been key to my success in freelancing.

As a Senior Developer, I designed and built a comprehensive dashboard for a small ARP system that integrated seamlessly with BambooHR and various other APIs. Leveraging Laravel and LiveWire, I developed a dynamic, real-time interface that streamlined data visualization and management. My role involved architecting the system to efficiently handle multiple API integrations, ensuring smooth data flow and synchronization across platforms. By applying advanced techniques, I created a modular and scalable solution that allowed for easy updates and future integrations. This project showcased my expertise in API integration, real-time data handling, and building user-friendly dashboards, while maintaining high performance and security standards.

For the past year, I’ve been working part-time as a PHP and Laravel instructor on Fiverr, offering one-on-one sessions to teach developers core concepts like object-oriented programming (OOP), Laravel, and WordPress. My focus has been on providing personalized guidance, helping individuals improve their skills, understand best practices, and apply real-world solutions to their projects. Through this experience, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of how to mentor developers at different levels and tailor my teaching methods to suit their needs.