Waleed Raza | Freelancer Resume

WR WALEED RAZA-| - | Islamabad, Pakistan Summary Seasoned Software Engineer with 9+ years of experience designing, developing, and scaling web applications across diverse industries. Skilled in full-stack development with expertise in modern backend frameworks (Laravel, CodeIgniter, Node.js), frontend technologies (Vue.js, React, Angular), and database optimization (MySQL). Proven track record of leading teams of 20+ developers, architecting scalable solutions, and driving projects from concept to production. Adept in API design, microservices, containerized deployments, and cloud platforms (AWS, Docker). Passionate about mentoring, improving engineering practices, and delivering high-performance, secure, and maintainable software that meets business goals. Experience Tributify Senior Software Engineer - Backend 11/2024 - Current As a Backend Developer, I contributed to the development of a modern gifting platform, focusing on building scalable APIs, secure authentication, and a robust admin panel to support both web and mobile applications. Key Responsibilities and Achievements: Built and maintained RESTful APIs in Laravel to power React (web) and Android/iOS mobile applications, ensuring performance, scalability, and security. Implemented Swagger/OpenAPI documentation for clear API speciﬁcations and smooth collaboration across frontend, and mobile teams. Developed a full-featured Admin Panel using Laravel Livewire, providing real-time interactivity and management tools. Integrated Spatie Roles and Permissions, and Laravel Fortify to deliver secure role-based access control and authentication ﬂows. Organised the codebase into separate repositories for the backend (API and Livewire) and the admin panel, improving modularity and maintainability. Deployed applications in Docker containers, enabling consistent development and streamlined deployments. Collaborated closely with UI/UX designers, frontend developers, React engineers, and mobile teams to ensure seamless integration across platforms. Utilised Git for version control, and Jira for agile project management, sprint planning, and task tracking. Designed scalable architectures (microservices, modular APIs, caching strategies). Optimized applications for performance & scalability. Implemented security best practice e.g Fortify. Tech Stack: Laravel, PHP, Livewire, Spatie Roles and Permissions, Fortify, Swagger, MySQL, Docker, Git, Jira, REST APIs. Diligent Technologies | Islāmābād, Pakistan Lead Software Engineer 11/2023 - 01/2025 As a Lead Software Engineer, I led a dynamic team, managed client relationships, and oversaw multiple projects to ensure successful delivery. Designed scalable architectures (microservices, modular APIs, caching strategies). Optimized applications for performance & scalability. Implemented security best practices (OWASP, RBAC, Fortify). Continuous development of a Laravel project with Vue.js front-end. Spearheaded multiple Laravel projects, driving innovation and eﬃciency. Designed and implemented custom WordPress plugins for diverse needs. Managed daily tickets for portfolio and e-commerce projects. Acted as technical liaison and project manager, handling client communications. Integrated multiple REST APIs into custom WordPress plugins. Coordinated tasks across 15+ projects, leading a team of 10+ developers. Conducted code reviews and mentored junior developers and interns. Created detailed technical documentation for freelance clients. Innovative Solutions | Islāmābād, Pakistan Senior Software Engineer 04/2021 - 08/2023 Building an Admin Panel of a Freelancing Platform. Brainstorming the system requirements and improvements. Writing Api to Help Mobile and Web (React) Version. Designing the Database and Managing DB Versions and Migrations. Tools and Languages: PHP (Laravel), Vue JS/ReactJS, Web Api,s, Web Services, Database Design (MySQL) Server4Sale LLC Senior Software Engineer 04/2020 - 04/2021 Reviewing current systems. Presenting ideas for system requirements and improvements. Producing detailed speciﬁcations and writing and testing the codes. Tools and Languages: PHP (Core, Codeigniter, Laravel), AngularJS/Vue JS/ReactJS, Web Api,s/Cloudﬂare Api/Amazon Web Services, WordPress Custom Development. Aspire Logics | Islamabad, Pakistan Senior Software Engineer - Backend 01/2018 - 03/2020 Reviewing current systems. Presenting ideas for system improvements, including cost proposals. Producing detailed speciﬁcations and writing and Testing the codes. Tools and Languages: PHP (Core, Codeigniter, Laravel), AngularJS/Vue JS, Web Api,s/Amazon Web Services, Shopify Apps. Hashe Computer Solutions (Pvt) Ltd. | Lahore Software Engineer 09/2015 - 12/2017 Reviewing current systems. Presenting ideas for system improvements, including cost proposals. Producing detailed speciﬁcations and writing the Programme codes. Testing the product in controlled, real situations before going live. Maintaining the systems once they are up and running. Tools and Framework/Languages: Php, MVC, HTML-5, CSS-3, Codeigniter, Angular JS. Core Competencies and Technical Expertise PHP Laravel / Codeigniter / Wordpress Team leadership Back-end Development Query Builder Code review expertise Service Providers Software debugging Secure File Storage Package Development Agile methodology JavaScript and jQuery Vue Js / Angular Js Git, GitHub, and Bitbucket AWS experience API Development and Integration RESTful APIs Web Services Pusher API Software Architecture and Best Practices MVC and OOP-based architecture Repository, Service Pattern Testing and Deployment Platform Testing HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap Search Engine Optimisation Database Design and Management SQL database management and manipulation CI/CD Pipelines Version Control and Collaboration Project management and agile methodologies Jira Certiﬁcations Angular Foundations of Project Management Languages Urdu: C2 Proﬁcient English: C1 Advanced Tools and Technologies PHP, Laravel (Eloquent, Blade, Query Builder, Service Providers, Migrations, Task Scheduling, Secure File Storage, Access Control, Package Development), Vue.js, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, Bootstrap, CSS, MySQL, database design, optimization, integration, RESTful APIs, Web Services, Pusher API, Social Media APIs (Facebook, Google), MVC, OOP, Repository Pattern, Service Pattern, Unit Testing, Browser Testing, CI/CD Pipelines, Git, Bitbucket, GitHub, Jira, Trello, SCRUM Websites, Portfolios and Proﬁles https://www.linkedin.com/in/raanawaleed/ https://github.com/raanawaleed Education National University of Modern Languages | Islamabad BS in Computer Software Engineering 01/2013