Building Scalable
SaaS Platforms
with Laravel, React & AWS
I help startups scale from MVP to $1M+ ARR by designing reliable architectures, implementing DevOps pipelines, and delivering fast, secure products.
7+ Years
Laravel & PHP
Professional Path
Accomplished Senior Software Developer with over 7 years of experience in crafting robust SaaS platforms and financial solutions. My expertise in Laravel, API integrations, and AWS CI/CD pipelines enables the delivery of scalable architectures that enhance performance and reduce costs.
A collaborative team player with a passion for driving innovation and efficiency in software development. Based in Podgorica, Montenegro, working remotely with international teams.
SaaS Architecture
Multi-tenant platforms, scalable design patterns, and modular service architecture.
DevOps & Cloud
AWS infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines with CodePipelines, Docker, and Cloudflare Workers.
Performance
Database optimization, Redis caching strategies, Horizon job tuning, and API design.
Modern Frontend
React ecosystems, Livewire, Alpine.js, and Filament admin panels.
Core Technologies
Highlighted Projects
A selection of SaaS platforms and applications I've built or contributed to significantly.
Super - The Family Office OS
Multi-tenant wealth management platform with real-time market data integrations, portfolio analytics, and AWS-based scaling. Built for high-net-worth family offices.
Castos Podcast Platform
AI-powered podcast hosting platform with automated transcription, ad-serving backend, and analytics. Contributed to $1M ARR and improved customer retention by 30%.
Userdoc AI Platform
Intelligent AI-powered software requirements platform with React frontend and Laravel backend. Enhanced API integration and front-end workflows.
Findymail
Fast-paced SaaS environment with enrichment flows, email verification, and advanced job processing. Contributed to code quality and API-driven workflow stability.
Work Experience
Senior Software Developer
Castos
USA - Remote
- • Providing ongoing back-end support for Laravel-based applications, ensuring production stability and optimal performance.
- • Enhancing existing features and implementing new functionalities to improve user experience and system efficiency.
- • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and streamline development processes.
Full Stack Developer
Findymail
France - Remote
- • Worked on back-end features in a fast-paced SaaS environment using PHP/Laravel.
- • Improved core functionality (enrichment flows, email verification, job processing).
- • Contributed to code quality through reviews and refactoring, and helped stabilize API-driven workflows.
Senior Software Developer
Super Solutions Limited
UK - Remote
- • Led development of Super's core platform, a modular asset/forex service with caching and historical pricing.
- • Migrated platform stack: Laravel 11 → 12, Filament 3 → 4, Tailwind 3 → 4, cutting technical debt.
- • Designed multi-tenant architecture with client/portfolio separation and advanced permissions.
- • Integrated external APIs (Plaid, TwelveData, Alpha Vantage) into asset workflows.
Full Stack Developer
Userdoc
Melbourne - Remote
- • Developed new features for an AI-powered software requirements platform using Laravel + React.
- • Enhanced API integration and front-end workflows.
Senior Software Developer
Castos
USA - Remote
- • Built podcast ad-serving backend (payout automation + analytics) — boosted recurring revenue.
- • Launched AI transcription service, improving retention for new users by 30%.
- • Partnered on real-time recording features, improving podcasting experience.
- • Hands-on with Laravel, Livewire, React, Alpine.js, AWS, Cloudflare Workers.
Early Experiences
Ops Calendar, Codeus, Moken, SoftyWare, Crnogorski Telekom
Podgorica
- • Worked across Laravel, Vue.js, and telecom engineering roles.
- • Contributed to cryptocurrency apps, SaaS modules, and fiber-network design projects.
- • Led the 1M€ Hilton Hotel project at Telemont, improving project delivery time by 30%.
B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering
University of Montenegro, Faculty of Electrical Engineering
Graduated with High Honors. Thesis: Fiber Wireless Access Networks.
What People Say
Danilo was instrumental in building the technical foundation of Castos. His work on our ad-serving backend and AI transcription service directly contributed to our growth and customer retention improvements.
Craig Hewitt
CEO at Castos
Danilo brought exceptional expertise to our wealth management platform. His ability to design multi-tenant architectures and integrate complex financial APIs made a significant impact on our product’s capabilities.
Rob Eades
CEO & Founder at Super Solutions Limited
Working with Danilo was a great experience. He seamlessly bridged our React frontend with the Laravel backend, delivering features that enhanced our AI-powered platform’s user experience.
Chris Rickard
CEO at Userdoc
Let's Build Something Great
Need a SaaS architect, Laravel expert, or full-stack development partner? I'd love to hear about your project.
Location
Podgorica, Montenegro
Availability
Remote - Worldwide