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Safeway Rider

Safeway Rider

Integrated secure payment functionality into a driving school platform.

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Company

WTS Technologies

Location

Pudsey, United Kingdom

Position

PHP Developer

Duration

Dec 2025 - Feb 2026

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Role
  • Payment gateway integration
  • Backend handling for transactions
Technology Stack
PHP MySQL Stripe
Responsibilities
  • Developed and maintained scalable web applications using PHP and Laravel
  • Designed and implemented RESTful APIs for web and third-party integrations
  • Optimized database queries and application performance for high-traffic systems
  • Integrated third-party services including Stripe, PayPal, Twilio, and SendGrid
  • Improved SEO structure and page performance across multiple business websites
  • Collaborated with UK-based clients to gather requirements and deliver solutions
  • Mentored junior developers and ensured code quality standards
  • Fixed bugs, improved system stability, and enhanced existing features
Achievements
  • Improved application performance by 30–35% through query optimization and code refactoring
  • Successfully delivered 10+ production websites and APIs across multiple industries
  • Reduced API response time and improved scalability for backend systems
  • Enhanced SEO performance, contributing to better search visibility and traffic
  • Maintained high client satisfaction through timely delivery and quality solutions
Project Description

Safeway Rider is a long-established driving school offering learner tuition and fleet driver training. It focuses on personalised coaching, theory support and safe driving practices to help students pass tests and build lifelong driving confidence.

Safeway Rider is a well‑established driving school and motoring instruction service based in Bradford, West Yorkshire, serving learners throughout West Yorkshire and beyond. Founded in 1992, it offers a wide range of driving tuition programs with experienced, patient instructors to help students safely pass their theory and practical driving tests and become confident drivers for life. The school also provides fleet driver training for companies to enhance safety, reduce accidents, and improve fuel efficiency, as well as specialized training materials and theory support. With a focus on high‑quality instruction, personalized coaching, and results‑oriented training, Safeway Rider helps thousands of learners achieve their driving goals in a supportive learning environment.

Problem Statement

The platform lacked a reliable online payment system.

Solution

Implemented Stripe integration to enable smooth and secure payments.

Key Features
  • Stripe payment integration
  • Secure transaction handling
  • Payment flow optimization