AJ is a Senior PHP Developer and Backend Specialist at Ask the Egghead, Inc., a Boston-based web development agency renowned for delivering high-performance digital solutions across a diverse portfolio of clients. With more than ten years of experience in software engineering, AJ has built a career defined by technical depth, cross-platform versatility, and a consistent focus on backend systems that are reliable, scalable, and built to last. His work at Ask the Egghead represents the culmination of a career spent solving complex technical problems across mobile, infrastructure, and enterprise web environments.
At Ask the Egghead, AJ plays an integral role in managing and developing backend infrastructure across a wide portfolio of client WordPress websites. His responsibilities span custom PHP plugin development, API integrations, Divi theme customization, ADA and WCAG compliance auditing, and cross-functional backend architecture. He works closely with design, strategy, and client-facing teams to ensure that technical implementations align with project goals and deliver lasting value. His ability to navigate complex requirements and translate them into clean, scalable solutions has made him a trusted contributor to the agency’s operations.
At Ask the Egghead, AJ contributes to:
- Custom WordPress plugin development and backend PHP architecture
- ADA/WCAG compliance auditing and accessible web implementation
- API integrations and third-party service configuration
- Divi theme customization and frontend-backend coordination
- Ongoing website maintenance, performance optimization, and client support
AJ began his career as a mobile application developer, spending the first several years of his professional life building Android and iOS applications across a wide range of utility and business-focused products. He led development across multiple applications from initial planning and requirement gathering through to deployment, and contributed to high-profile projects in the telecommunications sector including work with Etisalat UAE, one of the region’s largest telecom operators. During this period he also gained hands-on experience configuring VPN infrastructure, including server setup on Linux environments, automation scripting, and Android and iOS VPN client development. This early foundation in mobile and infrastructure work gave AJ a strong appreciation for performance, system reliability, and the full development lifecycle.
AJ subsequently advanced into senior engineering roles, including positions at Systems Limited and Alpha Vision in Manchester, United Kingdom. These roles deepened his backend expertise and placed him within enterprise-scale project environments with high technical and delivery standards. Working across international organizations refined his ability to collaborate within distributed teams, manage complex codebases, and deliver robust backend solutions under real-world constraints.
Backend development is the core of AJ’s professional identity. Specializing in PHP and Python, he has led and contributed to backend systems across a wide range of industries, managing everything from custom API integrations and database architecture to server-side automation and plugin infrastructure. At Ask the Egghead, this expertise is applied daily across a growing portfolio of WordPress-based client platforms, where robust and maintainable backend code is essential to long-term site health and performance.
Alongside his backend and WordPress responsibilities, AJ continues to develop native iOS applications independently. He applies modern development practices including MVVM architecture, StoreKit 2 for subscription management, and FFmpegKit for media processing, consistently bringing complete applications from concept to App Store submission. This ongoing mobile development work reflects his drive to stay current across multiple technology disciplines and maintain a broad, adaptive skill set.
AJ has developed particular expertise in ADA and WCAG compliance, an area he approaches with both technical rigor and a genuine commitment to inclusive design. He conducts detailed accessibility audits, produces VPAT documentation, and implements remediation across client websites to meet evolving regulatory and usability standards. His work in this area reflects a belief that well-built digital experiences should be accessible to every user, regardless of ability.
Today, AJ continues to grow as a developer and technologist, driven by curiosity and a commitment to doing his best work. He remains focused on building backend systems that are reliable, maintainable, and aligned with the long-term needs of the organizations he serves. His combination of mobile heritage, backend depth, and accessibility expertise makes him a well-rounded contributor to Ask the Egghead’s mission of delivering disciplined, high-quality digital solutions.