Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Selected Testimonials
Personal Information
Core Skills
Timeline
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Bojan Markovic

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Bojan Markovic

Summary

I'm a seasoned Front-End Developer with strong Back-End experience, known for building fast, user-centric websites and applications across WordPress, React, and Laravel ecosystems. Over the past decade, I've grown from a pixel-pushing junior to a lead developer, working with global teams and leading mission-critical projects. My work is defined by clean code, collaborative spirit, and a sharp eye for detail-qualities now trusted by clients across Upwork and beyond.

Overview

13
years of professional experience

Work History

Upwork

Freelance Full-stack Developer
01.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Delivered full-stack solutions with a strong emphasis on front-end experience and clean UX/UI
  • Built and maintained custom WordPress websites using Elementor, Divi, and Gutenberg, tailored to client branding and business goals
  • Developed custom themes and plugins to extend WordPress functionality based on project needs
  • Performed extensive performance and speed optimization, improving Core Web Vitals and load times across multiple sites
  • Troubleshot and resolved critical bugs and compatibility issues, particularly in eCommerce platforms (WooCommerce)
  • Migrated websites between servers and hosting environments with zero downtime and no data loss
  • Integrated 3rd-party APIs and plugins, improving site capabilities and business automation
  • Provided ongoing maintenance and support, including plugin updates, security hardening, and UX improvements
  • Built mobile-responsive, cross-browser-compatible layouts that followed best SEO and accessibility practices
  • Consistently received 5-star ratings and repeat clients on Upwork for reliability, communication, and code quality

Innovation Refunds

Frontend Engineer & Team Lead
01.2022 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Served as the primary front-end lead across a distributed team of 25+ developers between the US and Serbia, acting as the main technical bridge between teams.
  • Led the React front-end architecture for a complex web platform handling COVID-related tax refund applications used by thousands of users.
  • Actively participated in product strategy meetings, feature planning, and design reviews—offering technical insights and ensuring front-end feasibility and scalability.
  • Worked closely with the back-end team (Django/Python) to align API design and integration, optimize data flows, and ensure secure handling of user-submitted financial information.
  • Played a key role in brainstorming sessions, contributing to feature ideation, edge case planning, and UX improvements.
  • Developed reusable UI components and implemented a design system that increased development efficiency and UI consistency across the application.
  • Oversaw code reviews, mentored junior developers, and helped define front-end best practices across the team.

KodeWorks

Senior Front-End Developer / Laravel Developer
01.2018 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Developed complex web applications using React and TypeScript, focusing on maintainability, performance, and responsive UI/UX.
  • Collaborated on several Laravel-based backend systems, including:
    • A gym management platform for scheduling, member subscriptions, and payment tracking
    • A stock and inventory management system with invoicing and reporting features
  • Participated in full development cycles—from gathering client requirements and system architecture to deployment and post-launch support.
  • Worked in cross-functional agile teams, ensuring efficient feature integration between front-end and back-end.

Gamatech Solutions

Junior to Medior Front-End Developer
01.2012 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Built responsive and cross-browser-compatible websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Maintained and updated WordPress websites, working with themes and popular page builders like Elementor, Divi, and Gutenberg.
  • Developed front-end components optimized for both desktop and mobile platforms.
  • Collaborated with designers to implement pixel-perfect layouts and enhance user experience.
  • Applied basic SEO techniques to improve page structure and visibility in search engines.
  • Gained initial experience with PHP through minor WordPress theme and plugin customizations.

Education

Faculty of Engineering, University of Kragujevac

BSc from Software Engineering

University Overview

Skills

  • React
  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • SCSS
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • Tailwind
  • Bootstrap
  • Laravel
  • PHP
  • Django
  • REST APIs
  • MySQL
  • WordPress
  • Elementor
  • Divi
  • Gutenberg
  • Git
  • Webpack
  • Figma
  • Jira
  • VS Code
  • CI/CD
  • Team leadership
  • Client communication
  • Agile workflow

Selected Testimonials

Selected Testimonials
  • Bojan did an exceptional job migrating our website to WooCommerce. No downtime, no data loss, just smooth work., 03/01/25
  • IF WE COULD GIVE HIM 100 STARS WE WOULD. Honest, credible, hardworking., 02/01/25
  • I've never worked with a better full stack developer., 05/01/24
  • Fast, responsive, and always exceeds expectations., 07/01/24

Personal Information

Personal Information
Date of Birth: 10/20/89

Core Skills

Core Skills
React, TypeScript, JavaScript, SCSS, HTML5, CSS3, Tailwind, Bootstrap, Laravel, PHP, Django, REST APIs, MySQL, WordPress (custom themes & plugins), Elementor, Divi, Gutenberg, Git, Webpack, Figma, Jira, VS Code, CI/CD, Team leadership, Client communication, Agile workflow, Problem solving

Timeline

Freelance Full-stack Developer
Upwork
01.2024 - Current
Frontend Engineer & Team Lead
Innovation Refunds
01.2022 - 01.2023
Senior Front-End Developer / Laravel Developer
KodeWorks
01.2018 - 01.2022
Junior to Medior Front-End Developer
Gamatech Solutions
01.2012 - 01.2018
Faculty of Engineering, University of Kragujevac
BSc from Software Engineering

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