Joseph R. Rajewski
Full Stack Web Developer · Drupal Specialist · WordPress + Laravel Expert
Littleton, CO · (303) 842-6041 · joe.rajewski@gmail.com
Professional Summary
Full Stack Web Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering high-quality, user-centered solutions across Drupal, WordPress, Laravel, and custom PHP applications. Proven leader with experience managing development teams and coordinating multi-site architecture, including overseeing the successful rebuild and deployment of nine multi-environment WordPress sites. Known for clear communication, thoughtful problem solving, and a client-first approach. Equally comfortable leading full project lifecycles or collaborating cross-functionally with design, content, and stakeholder teams. Brings strong attention to detail, adaptability across platforms, and a commitment to building performant, maintainable code. Skilled in API development, performance optimization, and modern tools like ReactJS, with a solid understanding of Agile methodologies.
Technical Skills
- CMS: Drupal 7/9/10/11, WordPress
- Languages: PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, SQL
- Frameworks: Laravel, ReactJS
- Dev Tools: Composer, Drush, Git, Lando, Docker
- Hosting: Pantheon, Platform.sh, Acquia, AWS Lightsail, DigitalOcean
- Other: REST APIs, Accessibility (WCAG), SEO, Agile/Scrum
Professional Experience
- Built and launched dct-trailers.com using Drupal 11, implementing custom modules and Layout Builder.
- Managed local development with Lando and handled deployments using Composer and Drush.
- Integrated APIs and ensured WCAG accessibility compliance across client sites.
- Deployed and maintained sites on Pantheon, Platform.sh, and Acquia Cloud.
- Contributed to sprint planning, led peer reviews, and followed Agile development workflows.
- Implemented and managed OneTrust cookie consent platform to ensure compliance with GDPR/CCPA across multiple digital properties.
- Led development team for 9 multi-environment WordPress sites.
- Engineered a headless WordPress Resource Library using a custom API plugin, improving content discovery and reducing page load by 40%.
- Collaborated with marketing to launch secure, high-performance web features.
- Managed updates, patching, and maintenance on Pantheon and WP Engine.
- Architected and rebuilt the citywide Ride Dashboard in WordPress, integrating FasterFleet and MSSQL.
- Modernized legacy systems using RESTful APIs and Docker-based development.
- Advised city Web Core team as technical consultant and systems administrator.
- Developed a secure online coursework platform.
- Provided full-stack development and on-site IT support.
- Built custom WordPress themes from design specs.
- Collaborated closely with creative and branding teams to deliver client solutions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science – Network Engineering
Westwood College – Completed 2007
