Kenneth Yu
@kennethyu
I build stable, high-performing WordPress and WooCommerce sites, plugins, integrations, and deployment workflows.
What I'm looking for
At Hyperion Insights, I own the WordPress development lifecycle—from Bedrock local builds through Kinsta deployment and DNS management—while building and maintaining WordPress, Elementor, Gutenberg, and Shopify sites.
I've led development support at Smith Brothers Media and full-stack WooCommerce work at Strapsco, delivering features, plugin customizations, maintenance plans, performance improvements, and secure front-end and back-end solutions in PHP, JavaScript, MySQL, WordPress, and WooCommerce.
My work includes custom themes and plugins, REST API integrations, technical SEO audits, Git workflows, Bitbucket pipelines, server administration, backups, restoration, and security-focused update cycles. I’ve supported clients across Australia, the US, and the UK in digital marketing, real estate, healthcare, and eCommerce.
With three years leading development teams, I write practical processes, resolve escalated work, and help teams keep sites clean, stable, and well maintained.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead Developer
Hyperion Insights
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 9 months)
As Lead Developer at Hyperion Insights, I own the complete WordPress development lifecycle, from building locally in Bedrock to deploying production sites on Kinsta and managing DNS across the portfolio. I build and maintain websites using WordPress, Elementor, Gutenberg, and Shopify, and I run regular update cycles to keep core software and plugins current, significantly reducing security risk. I
Full Stack Developer
Smith Brothers Media
Mar 2023 - Mar 2026 (3 years)
I've been at the forefront of both minor and major development requests that includes fixing bugs or adding features to websites, crafting maintenance plans and reports to ensure the optimal performance of WordPress and other CMS websites. My role involves the hands-on fulfillment and updating of support tickets as also the Lead Dev Support, along with the continuous upgrade and maintenance of Wor
Full Stack WooCommerce Developer
StrapsCo
Nov 2023 - Aug 2024 (9 months)
As a Full Stack WooCommerce Developer at StrapsCo, I was solely responsible for maintaining and enhancing the company’s eCommerce websites, strapsco.com and strapsco.net. My work involved developing new features, fixing bugs, customizing plugins, and ensuring optimal site performance and security. I handled both front end and back end tasks, delivering scalable and user-friendly solutions using PH
Lead Web Developer
Trademark Productions
Mar 2023 - Jul 2023 (4 months)
I worked and maintained websites for US clients under TM Prod, where the company was also based in the US. I set up git workflow for all websites and maintained servers. I collaborated with the team based in the US. I did server configurations, including DNS management. I also set up environments for websites, bitbucket pipelines, set up GA, maintained knowledge base articles, prepared estimates,
Assistant Engineering Lead
Syntactics Inc.
Aug 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 7 months)
I managed a dedicated dev team, resolving escalated projects and tasks promptly. I conducted periodic evaluations, maintained monitoring sheets, submitted performance reports, and ensured compliance. I recommended and led innovation trainings, handled server administration, and performed assigned department duties.
Web Developer
Syntactics Inc.
Mar 2019 - Mar 2023 (4 years)
I had experience in various tasks, including PSD to HTML slicing, WordPress development, bug fixing, version control, server management, and API integration. I contributed innovative ideas and communicated with foreign clients daily, providing level 2 and 3 support. Additionally, I had expertise in PHP (Laravel, Codeigniter), jQuery, Bootstrap, and SASS.
College Instructor
University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines
Aug 2021 - Dec 2021 (4 months)
I taught System Administration and Maintenance.
Project Development Officer
Department of Information and Communications Technology - Philippines
Oct 2018 - Dec 2018 (2 months)
My responsibilities included submitting project status updates and maintaining an updated monitoring database. I created write-ups and documented events. I conducted various trainings and events, such as Digital Literacy Training, Center Manager Training, and Tech4ED Center Launchings in LGUs, schools, and public libraries. I also provided layout designs and traveled to different areas in the Cara
Computer Science Teacher
Father Saturnino Urios University
Nov 2017 - Mar 2018 (4 months)
I taught Empowerment Technologies focused on ICT to Senior High Grade 12 students.
Special Science Teacher - I
Philippine Science High School
Aug 2017 - Sep 2017 (1 month)
I've had experience teaching and mentoring students on a range of topics, such as the basics of Information and Communications Technology, Computational Thinking, and Android Development. Furthermore, I took on the role of a club adviser for the Multimedia Club, offering guidance and support to students in that capacity.
Web Developer and Designer
iTech Digital Solutions and Services
Aug 2016 - Apr 2017 (8 months)
I had developed a website for the organization, which allowed customers to make requests. Moreover, I had created a chat application to improve communication with customers. Additionally, I had designed an administrative website for overseeing employee tasks and reviewing requested services. Throughout this process, my emphasis was on crafting user-friendly interfaces for both the user and admin w
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines
Master in Information Technology, Information Technology
Pursuing a Master in Information Technology, expected to complete in 2027.
Caraga State University
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
2013 - 2017
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, graduating in 2017.
Caraga State University
Bachelor's degree, Information Technology
2013 - 2017
Father Saturnino Urios University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Completed coursework in Computer Science education.
University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines
Master's degree, Information Technology
Philippine Science High School - Caraga Region Campus
High School Diploma, Science and Technology
Attended Philippine Science High School, specializing in science and technology.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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