About Me

Passionate backend engineer creating innovative solutions that power millions of users worldwide.

My Journey

Backend Engineer specializing in building scalable, cloud-native systems using Laravel, FastAPI, Node.js, and AWS. Expert in API performance optimization and microservices architecture with comprehensive testing strategies.

Proven record of delivering resilient platforms for 20M+ users and optimizing backend systems through caching, logging, and asynchronous processing. Recently completed advanced FastAPI training with pytest for modern Python development. I'm passionate about mentoring junior developers and have successfully guided 6+ team members, enhancing overall team productivity by 30%.

PHP
Laravel
Python
FastAPI
JavaScript
Node.js
TypeScript
NestJS
MySQL
MongoDB
Redis
Elasticsearch
AWS
Docker
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High Performance

Scalable Systems

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Python & FastAPI

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Team Leadership

Backend Architecture

Designing scalable microservices and RESTful APIs with Laravel, FastAPI, and Node.js that handle millions of requests efficiently.

Performance Optimization

Improving system performance by 30%+ through caching strategies, database optimization, and modern testing with pytest.

Payment Systems Integration

Integrating 10+ payment gateways and handling 35K+ daily transactions securely across multiple platforms.

Team Leadership

Mentoring junior developers and enhancing team productivity through best practices and modern development workflows.

Technical Skills

Comprehensive expertise across backend technologies, databases, and cloud platforms with proven track record of optimization and scalability.

Languages
PHP95%
Python85%
JavaScript90%
TypeScript60%
SQL90%
C#30%
Backend & Frontend Frameworks
Laravel95%
FastAPI85%
Node.js60%
Express.js60%
NestJS55%
Next.js50%
Databases & Testing
MySQL85%
MongoDB75%
Redis95%
Elasticsearch75%
pytest80%
PHPUnit85%

Professional Competency

Demonstrated expertise in architecting and optimizing high-traffic backend systems serving 20M+ users. Proven ability to deliver 30%+ performance gains through advanced caching strategies and architectural improvements. Recently expanded expertise with FastAPI and pytest for modern Python development.

Payment Systems (10+ gateway integrations)
Cloud Architecture (99.9% system reliability)
FastAPI & pytest (Modern Python development)
Team Leadership (30% productivity improvement)
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Featured Projects

A showcase of my recent work, demonstrating various technologies and problem-solving approaches.

Golootlo - High-Traffic Discounts Platform
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DECAGON PAKISTAN2019-Present

Designed RESTful APIs serving 20M+ users with 60K+ peak concurrency. Built subscription billing platform integrating 10+ local gateways and CyberSource APIs, enabling 35K+ daily transactions.

Laravel
MySQL
MongoDB
Elasticsearch
CyberSource
NestJS
Redis
AWS
Your Rewards - Employee Benefits Platform
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Dubai Project2022

Established a backend portal for managing 500+ partner deals. Integrated Elasticsearch to enable precise geo-targeted partner search, reducing search response time by 40%.

Laravel
MySQL
Elasticsearch
REST APIs

Other Projects

The Huntr - Digital Media Platform
The Huntr - Digital Media Platform
2023

Engineered Laravel backend and RESTful APIs for members-only platform. Enabled location-based search with Elasticsearch and integrated Stripe subscriptions for 20K+ users.

Laravel
MySQL
Elasticsearch
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Karachi Water & Sewerage Board
Karachi Water & Sewerage Board
2024

Created water tanker ordering interface with geolocation-based pricing algorithm. Reduced manual booking errors by 40% handling 1,000+ daily orders.

Laravel
MySQL
REST APIs
Extensia - Volunteer Management System
Extensia - Volunteer Management System
2025

Crafted two mobile-first web apps using Next.js for mosque volunteer management. Integrated AWS Cognito for secure authentication with check-in/out system.

React
Next.js
AWS Cognito

Experience & Education

My professional journey and educational background that shaped my expertise in backend engineering.

Professional Experience

Senior Software Engineer
Jul 2019 – Present
Golootlo - DECAGON PAKISTAN PVT. LTD.Glen Ellyn, IL, USA

Leading backend development for high-traffic discount platform serving 20M+ users with advanced payment systems and microservices architecture. Currently working full-time from Glen Ellyn, IL, USA.

Key Achievements:
  • Transitioned to full-time role in July 2025, maintaining system reliability from Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
  • Designed and maintained RESTful APIs serving 20M+ users with 60K+ peak concurrency
  • Built subscription billing platform integrating 10+ local gateways and CyberSource APIs
  • Improved API speed by 30% and halved DB load via Redis caching strategy
  • Handled 500K+ monthly jobs with AWS SQS/SNS, improving reliability to 99.9%
  • Centralized 5M+ monthly logs using ELK Stack for faster diagnostics
  • Mentored 6+ juniors, enhancing team productivity by 30%
Laravel
Node.js
NestJS
AWS
Redis
MySQL
MongoDB
ERP Developer
Jan 2019 – Jun 2019
Wayz ConsultingKarachi, Pakistan

Collaborated with multiple clients to develop ERP solutions and implemented automated testing pipelines.

Key Achievements:
  • Collaborated with 3+ clients to define technical specs, ensuring accurate delivery
  • Designed and developed 5+ RESTful APIs for ERP modules in PHP
  • Reduced deployment errors by 25% via Selenium (Java/TestNG) and Jenkins pipelines
PHP
MySQL
Selenium
Jenkins
Software Intern
Oct 2017 – Mar 2018
DatawisdomKarachi, Pakistan

Developed e-commerce platform and assisted in legacy system optimization projects.

Key Achievements:
  • Constructed an e-commerce platform using PHP and MySQL with 200+ product listings
  • Assisted in ASP.NET/SQL Server projects, optimizing legacy systems
PHP
MySQL
ASP.NET
SQL Server

Education

MS in Computer Science and Information Technology
NED University of Engineering and Technology
Karachi, Pakistan
2021 – 2022

Advanced studies in computer science with focus on software engineering and system architecture.

Achievements:
  • Specialized in Backend Systems
  • Advanced Database Management
  • Cloud Computing
BS in Computer Science
University of Karachi
Karachi, Pakistan
2015 – 2018

Comprehensive computer science education with strong foundation in programming and software development.

Achievements:
  • Software Development
  • Database Systems
  • Web Technologies

Recent Learning

FastAPI - From Beginner to Advanced
Udemy2025

Comprehensive course covering FastAPI framework development with advanced features and unit testing using pytest.

FastAPI
Python
pytest
pydantic
API Development
Unit Testing
Async Programming

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