Rakesh Jakhar

About Rakesh Jakhar

Experienced e-commerce developer with 10+ years of expertise in designing, developing and implementing successful e-commerce solutions. Certified in Magento e-commerce (Adobe commerce),PHP and NodeJs, I have worked with renowned companies in the Middle East (i.e. ounass.ae, mumzworld.com) to grow their online businesses to new heights.Verified & approved adobe commerce(magento2) extensions-https://commercemarketplace.adobe.com/partner/rakeshmagedevThroughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong understanding of the e-commerce landscape and a proven track record of delivering innovative and high-performing online stores. I have in-depth knowledge of various e-commerce platforms such as Magento Open Source - Community, Magento (adobe commerce) Enterprise Edition, Woo Commerce, Shopify etc. and technologies, which allows me to create tailored solutions that align with business goals.My skills go beyond coding, as I excel at project management, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and effectively translating business requirements into technical specifications. I have led several large scale e-commerce projects from concept to launch, ensuring seamless user experience, efficient order management systems and robust payment gateways.In addition to my technical expertise, I am well-versed in e-commerce best practices including SEO optimization, conversion rate optimization and UX/UI design principles. I leverage this knowledge to create engaging and user-friendly interfaces that increase customer engagement and conversion rates.Having worked in the Middle East, I am familiar with the unique challenges and opportunities of this market. I have adapted my skills to meet diverse cultural and regional preferences, resulting in successful implementations for clients across a variety of industries.I am a proactive and detail-oriented professional, dedicated to staying updated with the latest trends and advancements in the e-commerce sector. With a strong passion for innovation and a customer-focused approach, I consistently deliver solutions that exceed expectations and drive revenue growth.If you are looking for a skilled e-commerce developer with a proven track record of success, I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to your organization\'s e-commerce objectives. Let\'s connect and explore how we can collaborate to deliver remarkable online experiences and drive business growth.

Experience

1. Senior Plugin Expert

   Tap Payments

   Aug 2023 — Present · Dubai, AE

   As a Senior Plugin Expert in a fast-growing fintech company, I lead the development, optimization, and integration of secure e-commerce payment plugins for top platforms like Magento 2 (Adobe Commerce), WooCommerce (WordPress), OpenCart, Zoho, Odoo, Mindbody and PrestaShop. I specialize in payment gateway integration for the Middle East (GCC) region and deliver innovative, high-performing, and PCI-compliance solutions. Key Responsibilities & Achievements:Legacy Plugin Review & Refactoring : Conduct in-depth code review, security analysis, and refactoring of legacy payment gateway plugins to align with current standards for Magento, WooCommerce, OpenCart, and PrestaShop, improving performance and PCI-DSS compliance. Multi-Gateway Integration (MENA Region)Integrated a wide range of regional and international payment gateways across Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and UAE, including:KNET, KFast, Benefit, Fawry, Tabby, Deema, Mada, STC Pay, Apple Pay (fully browser-compatible), Google Pay, and NAPS. Custom Middleware (Node.js + MongoDB)Architected and implemented a Node.js and MongoDB-based middleware layer to log all payment request/response cycles. Built-in failure monitoring triggers slack alerts in real time, improving reliability and visibility for transaction monitoring. Production Support for MerchantsProvide continuous production-level support for live merchants, including issue resolution, performance monitoring, incident response, and real-time troubleshooting of payment failures—ensuring business continuity and merchant satisfaction. Technical Leadership & CollaborationLead a cross-functional team of plugin developers across platforms, driving agile development, secure coding practices, and seamless e-commerce payment experiences. Also work closely with business and compliance teams to meet regional regulatory requirements.

Education

• Rajasthan Technical University

  M.C.A; Master of computer application; B.Sc, Computer Science

  2007 — 2010

• Rajasthan Board of Sen. Sec. Education

  Under Graduation

  2003

• Rajasthan Board of Sec. Education

  Matriculation

  2001

Skills

• Mvc
• Mysql
• Ajax
• Symfony Framework
• Wordpress
• Php
• Cascading Style Sheets (Css)
• Html
• Joomla
• Jquery
• Web Development
• Magento
• Drupal
• Sql
• Javascript
• E-Commerce
• Css
• Zend Framework