Merouane Kanoune
Software Engineer | Full Stack Engineer
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Personal Profile
Full‑stack software engineer with 4+ years of experience driving project lifecycles and building innovative web applications. Proven track record
of success, including achieving 5,000+ users in a single week and impacting 20,000+ users through team leadership. Winner of international
hackathons, Master’s in Software Engineering, and active tech community leader (speaker, coach, former GDSC lead).
Professional Experience
Co‑founder & Tech Lead
Jan 2024 ‑ Present
Hello Platform
Algiers, Algeria
• Architected and Led the build of a new platform called Hello Platform featuring 3 mobile and web applications, utilizing the latest technologies.
• Defined the technical vision and roadmap for the platform, aligning it with business goals, and Managed a team of developers to ensure project
delivery within deadlines and budget constraints.
Freelance Full Stack Engineer
Sep 2023 ‑ Present
Self employed
Boumerdes, Algeria
• Architected and developed robust and scalable web applications for clients across various industries, utilizing different technologies such as
Django, flask, Next.js, React, Node.js, REST APIs, MySQL and PostgreSQL. Integrated with CI/CD pipelines for streamlined development.
• Collaborated effectively with remote clients to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Full Stack Software Engineer
Feb 2023 ‑ Jul 2023
Ornidex
Paris, Île‑de‑France, France (Remote)
• Architected and developed a scalable web application and matching algorithm, optimizing business processes using Next.js.
• Led comprehensive analysis to identify business challenges and define optimal technical solutions.
• Collaborated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project success with a cross‑functional team of 5.
Front End Developer
Mar 2023 ‑ Jun 2023
Atlas Marketspace
Algiers, Algeria (Remote)
• Implemented front‑end components and page designs using Next.js, Tailwind CSS, and MUI to deliver a seamless user experience.
• Collaborated with a team of 4 developers to build the project from scratch, demonstrating strong teamwork and agile development practices.
Full Stack Software Engineer
Jul 2022 ‑ Feb 2023
Djezzy
Algiers, Algeria
• Earned a competitive position selected from a pool of over 500 applicants, recognizing my demonstrated skills in full‑stack development.
• Analyzed the direct sales team’s needs to design a tailored UX/UI solution.
• Developed a mobile application, frontend, and backend for a web dashboard, showcasing full‑stack development expertise.
Technical Consultant
May 2022 ‑ Present
Xoyox ‑ Communication and Events
Algiers, Algeria (Remote)
• Managed the entire project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment, ensuring on‑time and on‑budget delivery.
• Provided technical support, integrated new functionalities, and maintained the CI/CD pipeline to enhance product performance.
Full Stack Software Engineer
May 2021 ‑ Sep 2021
CETIM ‑ Groupe GICA
Boumerdes, Algeria
• Analyzed company needs and defined the technical requirements for a new company website.
• Developed front‑end and back‑end components, integrated third‑party tools, and deployed the website to guarantee a smooth launch.
Full Stack Software Engineer
Feb 2021 ‑ July 2022
GO Platform
Blida, Algeria (Remote)
• Led a team of 4 developers, building and integrating the platform’s backend and frontend components.
• Continuously integrated and deployed new features to an active platform with 20,000 users, demonstrating proficiency in agile development
and production environments.
Education
M’Hamed Bougara University of Boumerdes
Master’s Degree in Information Technology
M’Hamed Bougara University of Boumerdes
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
Higher School of Computer Science ‑ Sidi Bel Abbes
Preparatory Class in Computer Science
Boumerdes, Algeria
Nov 2021 ‑ Jul 2023
Boumerdes, Algeria
Dec 2019 ‑ Nov 2021
Sidi Bel Abbes, Algeria
Sep 2017 ‑ Dec 2019
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Skills
Programming
Miscellaneous
Python(Django, Flask), Dart(Flutter), Java(JEE, Spring Boot), C/C++, HTML/CSS (Tailwind, Bootstrap), JavaScript/TypeScript(React,
Next.js, Node.js,Express.js), MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, CI/CD.
Linux, Shell, Google Cloud Platform, Git/GitHub, Microservices, Cpanel, Netlify, Vercel, Digital Ocean, Jupyter, Backend, Frontend,
Fullstack, prisma, Docker, Agile and Scrum methodologies, APIs, Design Patterns, OOP.
Projects
SeaWatch ‑ Computer Vision‑Based Water Safety System
AI Hack Tunisia
Aug 2022
• SeaWatch is a cutting‑edge computer vision system that uses deep learning to identify drowning individuals in the water. It pairs with a mobile
app to alert authorities, enhancing water safety.
SalesOptim ‑ B2B Sales and Portfolio Management Tool
Djezzy
Jul 2022 ‑ Feb 2023
• SalesOptim is a comprehensive B2B sales and portfolio management tool that streamlines the sales process, from opportunity management
to contract signing, while enhancing client relationships and team productivity.
Mahd ‑ IoT Baby Monitoring System
Hack!T 3rd edition
May 2022
• Mahd is an IoT system enabling continuous baby monitoring to prevent SIDS. It includes a wearable baby device, a mobile app for alerts, and a
smart camera for real‑time baby tracking.
ShareQ ‑ Volunteer Matching App
Flutter Festival
Mar 2022
• ShareQ addresses the challenge of finding suitable volunteering opportunities during Ramadan. It offers a user‑friendly app to help users
discover nearby and engaging volunteer experiences with ease.
Awards
May 2023 Participant With Travel Grant, HackUPC Hackathon
Nov 2022 Participant With Travel Grant, Junction Hackathon
Oct 2022 1st Prize Winner, NASA Space App Challenge Algiers Hackathon
Aug 2022 2nd Prize Winner, AI Hack Tunisia Hackathon
May 2022 Terra Challenge Winner, Hack !T Hackathon
Mar 2022 2nd Prize Winner, Flutter Festival Hackathon
Dec 2021 1st Prize Winner, JunctionX Algiers Hackathon
Barcelona, Spain
Helsinki, Finland
Algiers, Algeria
Tunis, Tunisia
Algiers, Algeria
Algiers, Algeria
Algiers, Algeria
Professional Certifications
Oct 2023 Meta Back‑End Developer Professional Certificate, Coursera
Oct 2023 Meta Front‑End Developer Professional Certificate, Coursera
Jan 2023 Machine Learning Specialization by Andrew NG , Coursera
Aug 2021 Programming for Data Science , Udacity
Feb 2021 Getting Started as a Project Manager, LinkedIn Learning
Dec 2020 Become a Software Developer, LinkedIn Learning
Dec 2020 Master In‑Demand Professional Soft Skills, LinkedIn Learning
Nov 2020 Succeeding in Web Development: Full Stack and Front End, LinkedIn Learning
Apr 2020 Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding Specialization, Coursera
Volunteering
Community Lead, Google Developers Student Club ‑ University of Boumerdes
Organizer, Google Developers Group Algiers
B2C Department Member, AIESEC In Algeria
Event And Activities Departement Member, Alphabit Club
Nov 2022 ‑ Jul 2023
Feb 2021 ‑ Jul 2023
Feb 2019 ‑ Jun 2019
Oct 2017 ‑ Jun 2019
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