Senior Software Engineer | Laravel, PHP, MERN Stack, API Architecture
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | +96656 004 5232 | [email protected]
SUMMARY
Senior Software Engineer with 6+ years of production experience building scalable backend systems in PHP, Laravel, and MERN Stack. Specializes in RESTful API development, secure payment gateway integration (Stripe, PayPal, Authorize.Net), database optimization (MySQL, MongoDB, Redis), and CI/CD deployment pipelines. Led teams that reduced ETL pipeline runtime by 40% and scaled platforms to handle 10x data volume. Experienced across freight analytics, real estate SaaS, and e-commerce domains, with growing focus on AI-driven backend automation.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Languages: PHP, JavaScript, Python, C++
Frameworks: Laravel (7-13), Node.js, Express, React, Redux
Databases: MySQL, MongoDB, Redis
Cloud & DevOps: AWS (S3), CI/CD (GitHub Actions), Kubernetes, Laravel Forge, WHM
Testing: Jest, PHPUnit, Test-Driven Development (TDD)
APIs & Integrations: RESTful APIs, Stripe, PayPal, Authorize.Net
Tools: Git, GitHub, Postman, Jira, Click Up, Trello, Gemini, ChatGPT, Cursor, Claude
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Software Engineer (MERN Stack) — Carpe Diem Team, London, UK (Remote)
February 2026 - Present
• Design and develop RESTful APIs using Node.js/Express, handling authentication, validation, and third-party integrations.
• Build responsive React front-end interfaces with Redux/Context API and reusable UI libraries.
• Design MongoDB schemas and optimize aggregation pipelines for performance at scale
•Implement CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments via GitHub Actions.
• Write unit and integration tests (Jest, Unit) using TDD.
• Collaborate cross-functionally in Agile/Scrum environment; conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers.
Senior Software Engineer — Livedin, Karachi, Pakistan
June 2025 - January 2026
• Developed and maintained two Laravel applications serving 4,700 active users.
• Integrated Stripe/PayPal subscription billing for recurring revenue.
• Built and shipped RESTful APIs supporting 12,000 requests/day for web and mobile clients.
• Conducted code reviews, implemented CI/CD pipelines, and optimized performance.
Assistant Manager — Legendesk (Pvt.) Ltd, Karachi, Pakistan
February 2024 - June 2025
• Led team delivery of the DAT Freight and Analytics Replica Platform on time and within budget.
• Reduced ETL pipeline runtime by 40% through data processing optimization.
• Enhanced platform scalability to handle 10x increase in data volume without performance degradation.
Senior Laravel Developer — Legendesk (Pvt.) Ltd, Karachi, Pakistan
August 2022 - February 2024
• Designed and built Laravel web applications end-to-end from requirements through deployment.
• Implemented RESTful APIs supporting mobile and web applications.
• Maintained stability across 5+ live production applications.
• Presented technical updates directly to clients and management.
Junior Laravel Developer — K-Labs, Manama, Bahrain (Remote)
March 2021 - August 2022
• Led full development lifecycle for PHP-based portals and premium service platforms.
• Built and extended backend APIs and data services.
• Ensured cross-browser consistency across 7 client-facing applications.
• Documented architecture standards and coordinated with project managers and co-developers.
Junior Database Developer — Innovative Channels (Pvt.) Ltd, Karachi, Pakistan
January 2020 - March 2021
• Developed database tables, views, stored procedures, sequences, and synonyms.
• Configured and maintained WebLogic Server 12c for enterprise applications.
• Wrote complex PL/SQL procedures and functions; developed interactive reports in Report Builder 10g.
Frontend Web Developer (Internship) — Nextosol Technologies, Karachi, Pakistan
February 2019 - April 2019
• Converted PSD templates to HTML/CSS/JS websites.
• Designed and developed a school management system using core PHP with full CRUD and auth functionality.
PROJECTS
• PTTR Load Board — Freight and analytics management system with role-based dashboards for carriers, shippers, and admins; built mobile app APIs, Authorize.net subscription billing, and real-time freight tracking and analytics.
• Logo Creative Hub — Laravel platform for design services with multiple role-based dashboards, project management tools, real-time notifications, and admin analytics.
• Legacy Academy of Learning — Laravel-based e-learning platform with course management,
RBAC, RESTful APIs, and student progress tracking.
• Calco World Market — Laravel e-commerce platform for international trade with product
management, shopping cart, checkout, and payment gateway integration.
• INJAZ Academy — Educational mobile app providing study materials, notices, and exams focused on entrepreneurship and financial literacy.
• Protein App — Health and fitness app with protein intake calculator, food nutrition info, recipes, and progress tracking.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering — Hamdard University, Karachi (2014-2020)
CERTIFICATIONS
Advanced PHP | Laravel 9.0 Essential Training | Software Architecture: From Developer to Architect | MySQL Essential Training | Introduction to MongoDB
LANGUAGES
English, Urdu
