Paolo Caraig

Paolo Jon B. Caraig

Backend Developer • API Specialist • Problem Solver

About Me

Software Developer with 10+ years experience specializing in backend systems, API development, and scalable web applications. Passionate about clean code, performance, and solving complex problems.

Skills

Backend
  • PHP / CakePHP / Laravel
  • Node.js / Express
  • REST APIs
  • JWT Auth
Frontend
  • HTML / CSS
  • Bootstrap
  • JavaScript
  • jQuery / AJAX
Database
  • MySQL
  • Schema Design
  • Query Optimization
  • Stored Procedures
Other
  • Git / GitHub
  • Testing & QA
  • Debugging
  • System Security

Experience

Backend Software Developer
Digile, Inc. • 2024 - Present
  • Maintain and enhance systems using PHP, Laravel, Node.js
  • Develop RESTful APIs and integrate external services
  • Use Joget Workflow for rapid application development
  • Implement authentication, authorization, and security practices
  • Optimize backend performance and debug issues

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Senior Software Developer
Ubivelox Philippines • 2022 - 2024
  • Develop web applications using PHP, CakePHP, Node.js
  • Design and integrate API endpoints
  • Implement JWT authentication for secure systems
  • Optimize databases and improve system performance
  • Collaborate with frontend and UI/UX teams

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Senior Web Developer / IT Assistant
Scanmar Maritime • 2017 - 2022
  • Develop internal systems (HR, inventory, recruitment)
  • Build REST APIs and automate workflows
  • Manage and optimize relational databases
  • Implement responsive UI and improve UX
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting

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Technical Support Associate
Convergys - Cisco • 2016 - 2017
  • Troubleshoot enterprise networking systems
  • Assist with Cisco hardware/software configuration
  • Create BOMs and support documentation
  • Handle tickets using Salesforce
Technical Support Presales
Web Developer Intern
Scanmar Maritime • 2016
  • Develop web apps using PHP, MySQL, Bootstrap
  • Build and integrate APIs
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Projects

Digile, Inc.
  • Asset Upload Tool – Laravel app for BIM & Excel processing with background jobs
  • PHP REST APIs – MVC-based API integrating Laravel, Joget, and BIM systems
  • Twinsights System – Digital Twin platform with backend integration & debugging
Ubivelox Philippines
  • Inventory System
  • Infitapp (Digital Business Card with NFC & QR)
  • Gasoline Loyalty System (CakePHP Upgrade)
  • HRIS System
  • Events & Attendance Tracking
  • Gym Membership System (Migration)
  • PPSTA Membership System
  • Healthway Cards System
  • Node.js REST APIs (Closed Loop Payment)
Scanmar Maritime
  • Inventory System
  • Crew Information System
  • Application Form with Email Notifications
  • Employee Chat System
  • Online Payslip System
  • Ticketing System
  • PDOS Presentation System
  • Health Declaration with QR Code
College Projects
  • Online Reservation System
  • Online Exam Generator
  • Pharmacy Billing System
  • Curriculum Advisor
  • Email Management System

Education

BS Information Technology
Batangas State University (2012 - 2016)
BS Information Technology
STI College Balayan (2011 - 2012)
Our Lady of Carmel School
2007 - 2011
Jacobo Zobel Elementary School
2001 - 2007

Certifications

Back-end Development & APIs
freeCodeCamp • 2023
Globe Innovation Bootcamp (API Workshop)
Globe Business • 2024
Joget DX 8 Advanced
Joget Inc. • 2024
Joget DX 8 Basic
Joget Inc. • 2024

Seminars

  • International IT Conference – Ateneo de Manila (2015)
  • Building a Better Web – Batangas State University (2015)
  • IT Innovations Congress – Quezon City (2015)
  • Internet of Things & FOSS – Pasig City (2015)

GitHub

Main GitHub

Personal and professional repositories

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Secondary GitHub

Additional projects and experiments

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Contact

Email: paolojoncaraig@gmail.com

Phone: +63 997 946 8337