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Ahmed Gaffar

@ahmedgaffar

Senior Full Stack Developer, 7+ years, React.js/Node.js/MERN + Laravel/PHP. Led dev teams, built REST APIs, deployed on AWS. Remote roles only.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking remote, US-based full-time, part-time, or project-based roles where I can build scalable web applications, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and high-performance user experiences.

I'm a Senior Full Stack Developer with 7+ years of experience, based in Albany, NY. My career started in PHP and Laravel, and over time I expanded into the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) along with TypeScript, Next.js, and AWS picking up new tools has consistently opened doors I didn't expect.

Across five companies, I've progressed from PHP Developer to Senior Software Engineer, taking on more ownership at each step. I've led development teams of up to 5 engineers, mentored junior developers, and taken projects from concept to production including a multilingual (English/Arabic) fintech comparison platform, a logistics/freight management app, and a Shopify-integrated e-commerce customization tool.

I'm particularly interested in FinTech, E-commerce, and Logistics/Transportation companies, and I'm looking to grow into an engineering leadership/management role over the next few years ideally at a company with a strong growth trajectory where I can keep taking on more responsibility.

I'm looking for fully remote, US-based opportunities open to full-time, part-time, or contract work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Software Engineer

KouryWeb

Jul 2025 - Jul 2026 (1 year)

Built full-stack apps with the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js), Laravel, and TypeScript.
Integrated secure REST APIs, auth systems, and third-party payment gateways.
Built responsive UIs with React.js, Next.js, and Tailwind CSS.
Optimized MongoDB and MySQL schema design, indexing, and data migration.
Automated deployments with AWS, Docker, and GitHub Actions CI/CD pipelines.

MongoDB Laravel TypeScript REST APIs Next.js MySQL AWS Docker GitHub Actions CI CD ExpressJS React NodeJS Tailwind GitHub JavaScript HTML5 CSS

Senior Software Engineer

CodeNinja

Apr 2023 - Jun 2025 (2 years 2 months)

Built enterprise-grade apps using the MERN stack and Laravel for business clients.
Cut backend response times by tuning database queries and app performance.
Containerized apps with Docker and set up CI/CD pipelines for faster releases.
Led a team of 4 engineers — ran code reviews and set coding standards.
Consistently shipped features on schedule across multiple project cycles.

React NodeJS MongoDB MERN Laravel Docker Git GitHub CI CD JavaScript

Senior PHP Developer

Astute Solutions

Sep 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 6 months)

Built and maintained web apps with Laravel, PHP, CodeIgniter, and MySQL.
Developed custom CMS and e-commerce platforms for client businesses.
Built custom WordPress plugins tailored to individual client needs.
Promoted from Junior to Senior PHP Developer based on delivery track record.
Mentored junior developers through hands-on code reviews.

Laravel PHP CodeIgniter MySQL REST APIs WordPress HTML CSS JavaScript

Senior PHP Developer

OOGLOO – Web & Beyond, LLC

Jan 2020 - Aug 2021 (1 year 7 months)

Built custom web apps and CMS solutions across PHP, WordPress, and Joomla.
Designed custom WordPress themes and Joomla extensions per client spec.
Integrated payment gateways to enable secure online transactions.
Led a 5-person dev team code reviews, mentoring, and client-facing delivery.

Laravel PHP CodeIgniter MySQL REST APIs WordPress Joomla HTML5 CSS JavaScript

PHP Developer

Bitrena

Jul 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 5 months)

Built web applications using Laravel, Core PHP, and MVC architecture.
Designed REST APIs connecting frontend and backend systems.
Tuned MySQL queries to improve application efficiency.
Worked alongside senior developers to ship new features and fix production issues.