Sohair Ahmad

Sohair Ready to start immediately Pakistan 4 hrs overlap (PST or EST) 11 yrs exp I have extensive experience in various domains such as Healthcare, Education, E-commerce, Event management, and Generative AI. I have been working with Ruby on Rails for over a decade, ranging from version 3 to the latest release, "7.1". During this journey, I have collaborated with small startups, worked with leading investors, and engaged with remote teams. With my expertise and proven track record, I encourage you to connect with me over a call so we can discuss your project in greater detail. Let's work together and make it happen! Best regards, Sohair vetted for communication Technical Skills You will be matched for these following skills: Years of Skill experience REST /REST ful APIs10 years 10 years AWS5 years 5 years Git10 years 10 years Ruby on Rails10 years 10 years Ruby10 years 10 years Express.js2 years 2 years System Design< 1 year < 1 year T eam Management< 1 year < 1 year T ech Lead< 1 year < 1 year Additional skills: React | 2 years Python | 2 years JavaScript | 10 years jQuery | 10 years PostgreSQL | 10 years JWT | 10 years Problem Solving | 10 years DevOps | 5 years MongoDB | 1 year Fintech SaaS | 10 years GRPC | 1 year EC2 | 10 years GitHub | 1 year Microservices | 1 year RSpec | 1 year API Documentation | 1 year Docker | 3 years UI Design | 7 years Project Management | 7 years Angular | 7 years Realm | 2 years Communication | 1 year Stripe | 10 years Bootstrap | 10 years Node.js | 1 year React Native | 1 year MVP | 2 years FastAPI | 1 year Next.js | 2 years PHP | 7 years Security Maven | 2 years Video | 2 years Work History April 2024 - August 2024 4 mos Full Stack Developer SnapRent Snaprent ht t ps://snaprent .com/ Snaprent is a f intech application that helps renters with their initial security deposit and charges a monthly f ee. T his application has been built using the Ruby on Rails stack, with the integration of sign now, and Plaid. T his application gained the f irst loan application in the f irst month of the launch, and it is currently growing its customer base. I am helping the owner of the application to develop additional specs of the Broker Fee which is to be launched soon. Ruby Ruby on Rails Security Fintech June 2023 - July 2024 1 yrs 1 mos Backend Developer Maven Maven ht t ps://app.heymaven.ly/ Maven stands as a groundbreaking Generative AI-powered application, skillf ully developed using Ruby on Rails 7 and React Native. Within this endeavor, my primary role encompasses the def inition of pivotal data models, f ormulation of backend logic, and the seamless integration of f rontend components through the ingenious employment of turbo streams and turbo f rames. Subsequently, I assumed the pivotal task of f urnishing meticulously designed APIs to underpin the React Native application. API documentation is provided using Rswag and Rspec f or REST /REST f ul APIs. I helped the f rontend development team on the React side to ensure we delivered a quality product. Currently in its beta phase, this project boasts a comprehensive ecosystem. Alongside a mobile app utilizing the APIs I meticulously constructed, a web-based counterpart is readily accessible. One of the project's standout f eatures is its robust communication f unctionality. Leveraging channeling techniques, users engage in chats and discussions f acilitated by the meticulously integrated getstream.io. T he realm of real-time communication is f urther enriched by the seamless incorporation of 100ms, a powerf ul tool f or video calling and ef f icient video broadcasting. Adding another layer of sophistication, I've seamlessly integrated ChatGPT , enabling automatic summarization of extensive conversations. A MavenBot, a noteworthy innovation, interacts with users on specif ic topics and f acilitates connections between those discussing similar themes. Moreover, the project includes the integration of Slack Notif ications and push notif ications via GCM, enhancing overall user engagement and communication ef f iciency. Ruby Video React Native Problem Solving RSpec Ruby on Rails Realm REST/RESTful APIs Maven Communication React API Documentation January 2023 - July 2023 6 mos Software Engineer Shift s0 In this role, I ef f ectively engaged with the existing code base, comprehending its intricacies and updating the prevailing business logic. By leveraging the power of HubSpot APIs, I seamlessly triggered the utilization of existing Email T emplates across various states of orders. I have worked on Express.js to build a couple of APIs as transition tasks. I did not have experience in Express.js but I had to work on some tasks. My responsibilities extended to overseeing the entire sof tware development lif ecycle and closely monitoring system perf ormance to ensure optimal f unctionality using Backend Ruby and Python and Frontend using React. In addition, I played a pivotal role in f ostering ef f ective communication among team members by disseminating key project data and building a strong sense of unity among teams. My involvement also encompassed the development and execution of comprehensive project plans. Notably, I harnessed mathematical and statistical principles to drive ef f ective problem-solving initiatives, f urther contributing to the success of the project. I also built REST /REST f ul APIs using Python FastAPI f or one of the microservices in this product. I also worked in GRPC in this application to build the documentation and communication between microservices. I used Rspec f or Rails API test cases in this product and delivered f ull test coverage. I used Git, Github and Docker in this project f or regular tools. I used JWT f or stateless auth implementation. I used Bootstrap as a UI design tool. I use PostgreSQL as the database management system. I have been utilizing Problem-Solving skills in this project, as well as JavaScript and jQuery f or development, and DevOps services as needed. I got the chance to use FastAPI, GRPC in Python Microservices. An ongoing enhancement in an existing successf ul project. Unity Python Node.js Express.js FastAPI REST/RESTful APIs GitHub DevOps Software Developme… Communication PostgreSQL React JavaScript Problem Solving RSpec jQuery GRPC Bootstrap Ruby on Rails Microservices UI Design Git Ruby Docker JWT July 2020 - July 2023 Ruby on Rails Developer 3 yrs getButler getButler ht t ps://app.get but ler.com/ I played a major role in shaping their development activities and designed a complete-service architecture f or them including REST /Restf ul APIs, also implemented Stripe payment integration technologies including credit card storage, one-time payment, subscriptions, bonus points, ref erral bonuses, and tax management. Moreover, I have also been working to maintain AWS EC2 instances f or production environments. I have worked on a middleware side project of this application in Express.js I used Git, Github and Docker in this project f or regular tools. I used JWT f or stateless auth implementation. I used Bootstrap as a UI design tool. I use PostgreSQL as the database management system. I have been utilizing Problem-Solving skills in this project, as well as JavaScript and jQuery f or development, and DevOps services as needed. T his is the most successf ul business running housekeeping services jQuery Ruby Docker GitHub Ruby on Rails REST/RESTful APIs PostgreSQL DevOps EC2 JavaScript Stripe AWS Bootstrap Git Node.js UI Design JWT Express.js Problem Solving SaaS August 2022 - January 2023 5 mos Software Engineer Fair.com Fair In this project, I assumed the role of a back-end developer, utilizing Ruby on Rails, and contributed my services remotely f rom Pakistan. My primary f ocus encompassed the construction of robust APIs using Rails as the backend f ramework while employing grpc f or comprehensive APIs documentation, and also implementing the f rontend screens using React. I used Git, Github and Docker in this project f or regular tools. A signif icant aspect of my involvement centered around the Checkout Flow, where I seamlessly integrated and implemented the REST /REST f ul APIs and associated business logic as outlined by the leads and managers. T his integration was meticulously aligned with the def ined acceptance criteria, ensuring a high standard of perf ormance and f unctionality. T o maintain the highest level of quality, I diligently implemented thorough test coverage, ensuring that each component and aspect of the project adhered to stringent quality benchmarks. I used Git, Github and Docker in this project f or regular tools. I used JWT f or stateless auth implementation. I use PostgreSQL as the database management system. I have been utilizing Problem-Solving skills in this project, as well as JavaScript and jQuery f or development, and DevOps services as needed. I got the chance to use FastAPI, GRPC in Python Microservices. T his project was over-taken by Shit.com. PostgreSQL GRPC REST/RESTful APIs JWT Ruby Benchmarks GitHub Docker Git Ruby on Rails Python RSpec DevOps React JavaScript Problem Solving jQuery Node.js Microservices FastAPI December 2020 - January 2022 1 yrs 1 mos Senior Software Engineer Infinikorn Gonexos (Zipdo) ht t ps://z ipdo.com/ In this venture, I conceptualized and developed a dynamic SaaS application using Ruby on Rails, tailored to streamline the management of user meeting schedules, agendas, workspace, and tasks. My responsibilities extended to meticulously designing the system architecture and orchestrating the database structure, ensuring a robust f oundation f or the application. Implementing intricate business logic was a f ocal point, where I craf ted code with precision to deliver seamless f unctionality. Furthermore, I seamlessly integrated innovative technologies within the project, harnessing the potential of Rails 7 to enhance the application's capabilities and perf ormance. T his holistic approach ensured a comprehensive and impactf ul user experience. I used Git, Github and Docker in this project f or regular tools. I used Bootstrap as a UI design tool f or MVP. I use PostgreSQL as the database management system. I have been utilizing Problem-Solving skills in this project, as well as JavaScript and jQuery f or development, and DevOps services as needed. Embarking on Rails 7 , I spearheaded the development of a SaaS application, showcased at https://gonexos.com/. T his ingenious platf orm adeptly oversees user meeting schedules, agendas, workspace, and task management. In this endeavor, I shouldered the responsibility of shaping the system's architecture, designing the database structure, and meticulously craf ting the business logic code. Employing cutting-edge technologies within this Rails 7 project, including the dynamic Hotwire components like turbo-f rame, turbo-stream, and stimulus, I have seamlessly harnessed their power. T he result was the successf ul delivery of the project last month, f ollowed by ongoing support to ensure its optimal perf ormance. As the project gears up f or its next phase, which encompasses the integration of project management tools, I am eagerly prepared to translate this excitement into tangible and ef f ective implementations. UI Design Ruby GitHub Ruby on Rails DevOps PostgreSQL Next.js Project Management JavaScript MVP jQuery Git REST/RESTful APIs Bootstrap Docker Problem Solving SaaS GetButler ht t ps://app.get but ler.com/ I played a signif icant role in shaping the direction of development activities, utilizing my expertise to contribute to strategic decision-making. In this capacity, I actively engaged in designing a comprehensive service architecture that harnessed the power of Ruby on Rails and React, a versatile and robust f ramework. T his architecture was enriched with Stripe's cutting-edge payment integration technologies, which f acilitated various f unctionalities such as secure credit card storage, seamless one-time payments, f lexible subscription management, bonus point systems, ref erral incentives, and even ef f icient tax management solutions. Moreover, my responsibilities extended to the meticulous maintenance and optimization of AWS EC2 instances, a crucial component of our production environments. By ensuring the smooth operation of these instances, I contributed to enhancing operational ef f iciency and the overall user experience. I used Bootstrap as a UI design tool. I use PostgreSQL as the database management system. I have been utilizing Problem-Solving skills in this project, as well as JavaScript and jQuery f or development, and DevOps services as needed. Implemented in Singapore, this project has ef f ectively revolutionized the operations of getButler. T hrough its automated f ramework, the housekeeping services f or both clients and workers are being managed seamlessly. T he impact of this transf ormation is substantial, with the client reaping signif icant benef its, amounting to millions, as a result of enhanced ef f iciency and streamlined processes. React Ruby on Rails DevOps PostgreSQL Ruby Stripe JavaScript AWS jQuery EC2 Inventory Bootstrap Optimization UI Design Git REST/RESTful APIs Problem Solving August 2014 - December 2020 6 yrs 4 mos Software Engineer Square63 YogaTeam ht t ps://www.yoga-t eam.co.uk/ T his is Ruby On Rails and Angular-based SaaS application in which REST /REST f ul APIs have been built f or the Angular Frontend application, Also the test cases and API documentation are covered with Rspec, capybara, and f actoryBot. I deployed this application to AWS, EC2 servers and databases are available on RDS. I perf ormed the T DD on this project and gave f ull test coverage to make it stable enough f or f uture development. I used JWT f or stateless auth implementation. I utilized Stripe to implement payment, subscription, and connect account services. I used Bootstrap as a UI design tool. I utilize PostgreSQL f or my database. I have been utilizing Problem-Solving skills in this project, as well as JavaScript and jQuery f or development, and DevOps services as needed. It creates personalized, targeted classes f or each client, using the booking method between working hours. T he client can buy credits and utilize those to book 1-1 private class, join the corporate class with the teacher. Clients and upgrade their credits based on the duration of the class. T eachers can see the booked classes on a calendar view, weekly or monthly. T eachers can also drag the booked classes to other time slots, also teachers can mark their availability on the calender f or a week or so. Users can search f or teachers based on their availability with the time slots and can book if teachers are available. RSpec Ruby on Rails Angular Git UI Design Project Management DevOps JWT API Documentation EC2 Problem Solving PostgreSQL REST/RESTful APIs JavaScript Stripe jQuery AWS Ruby Bootstrap React Native WeTime ht t ps://wet ime.io/ T his is purely Ruby On Rails f ramework-based SaaS application project which used all the wellmaintained tech stack: PostgreSQL, JavaScript, JQuery, Active Model Serializer, Omniauth, Stripe, ApplePay, PayPal, GooglePay, Spotif y, state machines, AWS, EC2, Bootstrap, FontAwesome, Money Exchange, JWT , Marketing Emails using Mailchimp, REST /REST f ul APIs. T est cases are covered with Rspec, capybara, and f actoryBot. I have polished my skills f or Project Management in this project, and I also polished my ProblemSolving skills in this project as I was solely responsible f or this project. I used JWT f or stateless auth implementation. I used Bootstrap as a UI design tool. I utilize PostgreSQL f or my database. I have been utilizing Problem-Solving skills in this project, as well as JavaScript and jQuery f or development, and DevOps services as needed. WeT ime provides you an option to manage your f itness events within your desired time f rame with the options of event settings. It also allow you to create your prof ile and manage your own T raining Programs, Competitions and other types of f itness organizations. T his product gives you an opportunity to create your Athlete prof ile that can be monetized so that users can subscribe to your prof ile and see your workouts on the web application as well as mobile application. While posting your workout timers, you can also select suggested songs or playlists f rom Spotif y, f or your f ollowers and subscribers to enjoy while working out to your routines. Stripe SaaS Problem Solving REST/RESTful APIs DevOps jQuery EC2 RSpec JavaScript Bootstrap AWS PostgreSQL Python Git Ruby JWT Ruby on Rails Project Management UI Design FlowWhiz ht t ps://yourefolio.flowwhiz .com/ T his is an internal add-on of the YourEFolio product, and I helped the PHP team to integrate this to their end, by building secure APIs and storing their Graphical representation data into MongoDB. Its f ront end used a paid library that I integrated through React. I used JWT f or stateless auth implementation. I used Bootstrap as a UI design tool. I utilizes PostgreSQL f or database. I have been utilizing Problem-Solving skills in this project, as well as JavaScript and jQuery f or development, and DevOps services as needed. T his was a successf ul application and the client currently using it internally. You can review an of f icial blog post f or this by YourEFolio https://youref olio.com/powered-f lowwhiz-customize-anyscenario-using-our-drag-and-drop-f lowcharting-system-most-powerf ul JWT MongoDB Bootstrap Education React UI Design PHP DevOps Git Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL Ruby Problem Solving REST/RESTful APIs JavaScript SaaS August 2010 - August 2014 Punjab University College Of Information Technology Computer Science Publications 2018 Ruby Gem Namaz https://github.com/Sohair63/namaz 2014 Ruby Gem NAttributes https://github.com/Square63/n-attributes jQuery