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Waqas Mehmood, Senior Backend Developer

Waqas Mehmood

Senior Backend Developer·Saudi Brokers

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Computer Science

Work experience

Total years of experience: 17 years, 5 months

Senior Backend Developer

January 2025 - Present

Saudi Brokers

Khobar, Saudi Arabia

January 2025 - Present

• Lead backend development for dynamic ERP and CRM modules using Laravel, emphasizing modular domain-driven architecture to boost scalability and maintainability.
• Develop and deploy secure RESTful APIs that facilitate seamless integration between internal systems and partners in the Saudi insurance and banking industries.
• Oversee and enhance on-premise infrastructure (AlmaLinux, Apache/PHP-FPM, pfSense) to maintain compliance with the SAMA Cybersecurity Framework.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs.
• Utilize best practices in code quality and performance optimization to enhance application reliability and user experience.

Company industry:
Insurance & TPA

Senior Backend Developer

January 2019 - December 2024

Techandover

Lahore, Pakistan

January 2019 - December 2024

• Led backend development for various SaaS applications, significantly improving user experience for a global audience
• Developed and optimized RESTful APIs using Laravel, prioritizing scalability and performance improvements
• Utilized AWS services (S3, EC2, SES, SQS, IAM) to manage cloud infrastructure effectively
• Collaborated with frontend teams employing ReactJS and VueJS to deliver cohesive full-stack solutions
• Performed comprehensive code reviews and provided mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Company industry:
IT Services

Software Engineer

November 2015 - January 2019

PaaySay Ltd (Fintech)

Islamabad, Pakistan

November 2015 - January 2019

• Developed and optimized backend modules for financial applications, prioritizing secure payment processing and regulatory compliance.
• Created intuitive customer, sub-agent, and admin panels using Laravel and VueJS, significantly improving user engagement and satisfaction.
• Implemented CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, enhancing deployment efficiency and reducing release times by automating processes.
• Leveraged AWS services (S3, IAM, Beanstalk, EC2) to build a scalable and resilient infrastructure, optimizing performance and reliability for backend operations.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality across applications, driving project success.

Company industry:
Financial Services

Junior Programmer

January 2009 - November 2015

University of Engineering & Technology,

Rawalpindi, Pakistan

January 2009 - November 2015

• Engineered a comprehensive university admission management system, significantly enhancing user experience and streamlining operational workflows.
• Created dynamic web applications with PHP and MySQL, driving improvements in academic operations and data accessibility.
• Refined database architecture for student records, achieving enhanced performance and reduced query response times.
• Partnered with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, ensuring the delivery of high-quality backend solutions tailored to user needs.
• Leveraged Laravel framework to develop scalable applications, optimizing code efficiency and maintainability.
• Actively participated in code reviews and collaborative problem-solving, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School

Education

University of Engineering & Technology

January 2017

January 2017

Master's degree, Computer Science

Pakistan

Virtual University of Pakistan

January 2013

January 2013

Master's degree, Computer Science

Pakistan

Skills

PHP DEVELOPMENT
Expert
PHP DEVELOPMENT
Expert
AGILE METHODOLOGY
Intermediate
AGILE METHODOLOGY
Intermediate
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
DATABASE ARCHITECTURE
Expert
DATABASE ARCHITECTURE
Expert
FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY FINTECH
Intermediate
FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY FINTECH
Intermediate
REST API DEVELOPMENT
Expert
REST API DEVELOPMENT
Expert
SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE SAAS
Intermediate
SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE SAAS
Intermediate
TEAMWORK
Intermediate
TEAMWORK
Intermediate
BACK END SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Expert
BACK END SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Expert
LARAVEL
Expert
LARAVEL
Expert

Languages

English
Intermediate
Urdu
Native Speaker