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Ibrahim Tanović

Lead Integrations Specialist

Ibrahim Tanović
Berlin, Germany

Experience

Oct 2024 - Oct 2025
1 year 1 month
Berlin, Germany

Lead Integrations Specialist

ProvenExpert

  • Designed and developed three full-stack applications including backend architecture and frontend UX development, demonstrating the ability to quickly grasp complex platform system architectures and implement efficient, user-centric solutions

  • Successfully integrated several ProvenExpert review widgets via RESTful APIs, created custom configurations and seamless user experiences within each platform

  • Projects included CMS platforms: Shopware (Symfony, Vue.js); Wix (React/Node.js, TypeScript); Shopify (React/Node.js, GraphQL, Liquid, Prototype-based JS)

Oct 2021 - Feb 2024
2 years 5 months
Hamburg, Germany

Lead Pimcore Developer

GartenHaus GmbH

  • Enhanced the reliability and user experience of Pimcore's admin backend by integrating Symfony Messenger for asynchronous handling of raw product data imports/exports and data quality checks, reducing user wait times by approximately 350% and ensuring successful completion of long-running operations

  • Architected and built core PIM/MDM data object, brick, and metadata structures with intuitive backend UI, resulting in reduced data errors and streamlined workflows

  • Developed pre-calculated and fully-calculated fields based on raw product data, providing immediate access to key metrics and eliminating manual calculations

  • Implemented Pimcore data object versioning to provide a comprehensive audit trail of data modifications and previous values

  • Designed and implemented export DTO classes for seamless publishing of AWS/SNS JSON messages

  • Created load-balanced nightly/weekend export sheets with FTP uploads and user mail notifications using cron scheduling and messenger queues

  • Implemented comprehensive data quality validations, checks, and ratings across various domains to enhance data integrity

  • Improved team code quality and system stability through code reviews, refactoring, bug fixing, exception handling, and performance and logging improvements

  • Streamlined software delivery by managing regular release cycles

Mar 2018 - Feb 2022
4 years

PHP Web Developer

GFE Media GmbH

  • Implemented a highly efficient authentication routine in a microservice architecture combining Symfony Security Firewall (session-based tokens) and Pimcore user roles, reducing authentication overhead and improving performance

  • Developed and deployed microservice features and APIs using Symfony within a Dockerized environment, contributing to modular, maintainable, and scalable architecture

  • Created high-performance RESTful APIs with Symfony and Laravel, enabling rapid feature integration and enhancing system interoperability

  • Conducted master data analysis and implemented optimized data models within Pimcore MDM, improving data quality, consistency, and accessibility

Jun 2016 - Dec 2017
1 year 7 months
Vienna, Austria

Full Stack Engineer

FoodNotify

  • Maintained backend system using Symfony framework with Doctrine and PostgreSQL

  • Performed UX designs, bug fixes, and performance optimizations

  • Integrated APIs for various connected POS systems

  • Implemented new features including recipes as ingredients, private shops with custom ingredients/products, food additives integrations, and multi-language support for recipes and ingredients

Nov 2014 - Oct 2015
1 year
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

High School Science Teacher

Peta Gimnazija

  • Taught nine groups of first-year high-school students basic foundations of computer science including client-server model, operating systems, internet, computer graphics, command line control, and common office applications

  • Taught two groups of second-year high-school students basics of computer programming

Apr 2014 - Oct 2014
7 months
Seattle, United States

Back End Developer

CompuSight Corporation

  • Integrated a JS-prototyped RESTful EchoSign API client into Adobe’s e-signature Microsoft Dynamics CRM solution
Aug 2011 - Oct 2013
2 years 3 months
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Senior Software Engineer

CompuSight Corporation

  • Developed an Adobe EchoSign integration plugin for MS Dynamics CRM 2011 enabling sending documents for signature from CRM and updating fields based on recipient input during signing

  • Created a CMS API for a major American insurance services provider using SharePoint 2013 (SOAP and CSOM) with a RESTful WCF interface for consumers

Sep 2010 - Jun 2011
10 months
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Senior Software Engineer

Mistral Technologies

  • Developed RESTful web services for provisioning Exchange, SharePoint, and CRM services

  • Implemented a custom asynchronous messaging queue for load-balanced and fail-safe provisioning, and utilized a WCF data service to communicate with SQL Server and MongoDB data sources

Mar 2010 - Jun 2010
4 months
Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Lead Software Engineer

Green River Media

  • Collaborated on large web applications by implementing MS SQL Server database designs and stored procedures (T-SQL), data-access in C# (ADO.NET), and presentation layer in ASP.NET and jQuery
Oct 2007 - Mar 2009
1 year 6 months
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Lead Software Engineer

COMP-2000

  • Conceived, designed database, and developed a Windows Phone 6 app for salespeople to retrieve sales items, current prices, and customer-specific data from a central legacy database and send ordering tasks via 3G networks
Nov 2006 - May 2007
7 months
Cologne, Germany

Senior Software Engineer

arvato Systems S4M GmbH

  • Contributed to development of a large .NET-based desktop application in C# with Java backends, used by TV stations to fulfill sponsor contracts by placing advertisement spots into program schedules
Mar 2006 - Jun 2006
4 months
Bonn, Germany

Associate Quality Assurance Engineer

Deutsche Post AG Zentrale

  • Conceived, modeled, and maintained data models and applications for comparing multiple software system outputs used in postal offices
Feb 2006 - Oct 2006
9 months
Cologne, Germany

IT Consultant

novaCapta Software & Consulting

Jan 2005 - Oct 2005
10 months

Master Thesis Student

Ericsson Research

  • Developed and analyzed a system for storing, transport, and presentation of mobile service prices based on 3G networks (IMS architecture), informing users of pricing before, during, and after service usage

  • Developed a custom asynchronous messaging queue for request load-balancing and dispatching user-triggered events

Nov 2003 - Dec 2004
1 year 2 months
Aachen, Germany

Lead Software Engineer

Giltz Consulting

  • Conceived and developed an in-house business-economy database application for tracking expenditures, revenues, invoices with reminder functionality, and overview charts for CEOs
Dec 1999 - Oct 2003
3 years 11 months
Aachen, Germany

Student Worker

T-Systems

  • Maintained and assisted in development of a client-server Windows desktop application layered on an Oracle database for German health insurance network

  • Wrote technical CHM help documentation and manuals for developers and end-users

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Information Technology (11.5 years), Insurance (6 years), Media and Entertainment (4 years), Retail (2.5 years), Professional Services (2 years), and Food and Beverage (1.5 years).

Information Technology
Insurance
Media and Entertainment
Retail
Professional Services
Food and Beverage

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Information Technology (21.5 years), Product Development (13.5 years), Sales (1.5 years), Research and Development (1 year), Accounting (1 year), and Finance (1 year).

Information Technology
Product Development
Sales
Research and Development
Accounting
Finance

Summary

I honor my word and own whatever I take on. In previous roles, I've consistently delivered projects on time and to specification, taking full responsibility for the outcome. My passion as a developer is to build intuitive software that not only meets technical requirements, but also provides a seamless and enjoyable user experience. I'm driven by the challenge of turning complex ideas into elegant, user-friendly solutions.

I'm also a firm believer in continuous learning. I make mistakes and learn fast, viewing each challenge as an opportunity to expand my skillset and improve my approach. This self-driven learning is complemented by my proactive nature; I'm not afraid to ask questions when needed, ensuring I have a clear understanding of the project goals and can contribute effectively.

I thrive in settings where I can directly contribute my ideas, learn from my colleagues, and build strong working relationships. I also pay attention to detail in my work, ensuring that every line of code, every design element, and every user interaction is meticulously crafted.

Beyond the technical aspects, I'm deeply motivated by the opportunity to make a difference in the real world. I'm excited by the prospect of contributing to projects that have a tangible impact on people's lives.

I am self-driven to produce top-quality work, and I strive for excellence in everything I do. I approach development not just as a job, but as a craft, and I'm committed to delivering the best possible results. I do follow my intuition and sync when needed, understanding the importance of collaboration and alignment within a team to achieve a common goal.

Skills

  • Pimcore
  • Database Design
  • Solution Architecture

Languages

German
Advanced
English
Advanced
Spanish
Elementary
French
Elementary

Education

Oct 1998 - Jun 2005

RWTH Aachen University

Master of Science · Mathematics and Computer Science · Aachen, Germany

Oct 1992 - Jun 1998

Comenius Gymnasium, Dusseldorf

High School · Universal education · Düsseldorf, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Problem Solving (Basic) Certificate

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Where is Ibrahim based?

Ibrahim is based in Berlin, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Ibrahim speak?

Ibrahim speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Ibrahim have?

Ibrahim has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Ibrahim has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 15 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 4 months. Note that Ibrahim may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Ibrahim be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Ibrahim would be well-suited for roles such as: Lead Integrations Specialist, Lead Pimcore Developer, PHP Web Developer.

What is Ibrahim's latest experience?

Ibrahim's most recent position is Lead Integrations Specialist at ProvenExpert.

What companies has Ibrahim worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Ibrahim has worked for ProvenExpert, GartenHaus GmbH, and GFE Media GmbH.

Which industries is Ibrahim most experienced in?

Ibrahim is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Insurance, Media, and Entertainment and Publishing. Ibrahim also has some experience in Retail, Professional Services, and Food and Beverage.

Which business areas is Ibrahim most experienced in?

Ibrahim is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Sales. Ibrahim also has some experience in Accounting, Finance, and Research and Development (R&D).

Which industries has Ibrahim worked in recently?

Ibrahim has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Retail.

Which business areas has Ibrahim worked in recently?

Ibrahim has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT) and Product Development.

What is Ibrahim's education?

Ibrahim holds a Master in Mathematics and Computer Science from RWTH Aachen University.

Does Ibrahim have any certificates?

Ibrahim has 1 certificate: Problem Solving (Basic) Certificate.

What is the availability of Ibrahim?

Ibrahim is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

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