Remote worker with 8+ years of experience - Last seen 1 month ago

I’m a WordPress and React Developer with over 7 years of experience building high-performance web applications, custom plugins, and scalable CMS solutions. Currently, I lead the tech team at NewsCorp / News UK, contributing to major media platforms like The Times and TLS. My work spans full-stack development using ReactJS and WordPress, performance tuning (LCP, FCP), REST API design, WooCommerce integrations, and CI/CD with CircleCI and GitHub.

Previously, I’ve worked with Elula Tech and Capital Numbers, delivering 10+ custom WordPress plugins and managing both product and client-focused development. I bring expertise in PHP, TypeScript, Node.js, MySQL, and SASS, with a strong focus on security, performance, and maintainable code.

I’m passionate about solving real-world problems through elegant architecture and thrive in agile, collaborative, and remote-first teams. I'm currently looking for new opportunities to take on impactful challenges and help build innovative digital experiences.

🛂 Nationality	🇮🇳 India
🏡 Residency	🇮🇳 India
📍 Location	🇮🇳 India
Remote OK	rok.co/@mvarunkumar52
GitHub	varunkumar-1597
LinkedIn	https://www.linkedin.com/in/varunkumar-mahalingam-aa23a81aa/
Skilled in	wordpress react js typescript php html css sass node mysql restapi graphql woocommerce fullstack frontend backend webdev performance lighthouse lcp fcp pagespeed ui ux plugin dev custom themes jest cypress testing git github circleci ci cd agile remote teamlead mentoring media ecommerce news customer support content management seo json json api api integration office365 slack figma vscode postman devtools linux apache nginx docker webhooks analytics
Fluent in	tamilenglish
Preferred timezone	-8,-7,-6,-5,-4,-3,-2,-1,0,+1,+2,+3,+4
Preferred annual pay (min)	$700,000/year
Preferred hourly pay (min)	$40/hour
Last seen	1 month ago
Signed up	1 month ago
Badges	👨‍💻 Remote worker 🎖 Early adopter