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Ahmed Heikal

@ahmedkheikal

I build scalable backend platforms, distributed systems, and high-availability services that improve reliability and performance.

Egypt

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for remote roles — ideally mid-term contracts or part-time engagements. I work best with teams that communicate clearly in writing, set outcomes rather than hours, and are comfortable with async collaboration across time zones. Open to extending or moving to full-time if the fit is right.

I've built and modernized backend platforms across SaaS, eCommerce, logistics, healthcare, and enterprise products for more than eight years.

At Gathern, I design scalable, event-driven backend services for high-volume customer applications and reduced MongoDB search-query memory usage and request time by 81.3%.

At Daftra, I built scalable APIs and reliable POS synchronization systems, reduced application errors by 90%, and delivered an automated update platform supporting more than 10 monthly releases without production disruption. I also mentored three engineers who progressed into senior roles.

Earlier, I built systems for 200+ eCommerce stores at Convertedin and four core logistics and marketplace applications serving 10,000+ users and 50+ vendors at Taslema. I work across PHP, Node.js, Go, Python, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, distributed systems, and software architecture.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Backend Engineer

Current

Gathern

Feb 2026 - Present (7 months)

Improved MongoDB search query memory usage and request time by 81.3%. Design and develop scalable backend services supporting high-volume customer-facing applications.

MongoDB Backend Engineering Event Driven Architecture Data Processing Scalability Architecture Leadership

Senior Software Engineer

Daftra

Jan 2023 - Jan 2026 (3 years)

Designed and developed scalable APIs and backend services supporting web and mobile applications. Built synchronization systems enabling reliable online and offline business operations.

API Development Backend Engineering Synchronization Testing Automation Mentorship Architecture

Software Engineer

Daftra

Nov 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Led backend architecture modernization initiatives across large-scale SaaS platforms. Improved platform performance by 80% through framework modernization.

backend architecture Modernization Performance Optimization SaaS

Full Stack Developer

Convertedin

Aug 2020 - Aug 2021 (1 year)

Developed backend integrations connecting multiple eCommerce platforms. Built synchronization services supporting inventory management and marketing automation.

Backend Development Integration Synchronization Ecommerce APIs

Backend Developer

Taslema

Feb 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 6 months)

Directed technical strategy, backend architecture, and engineering delivery. Built scalable backend systems supporting logistics and marketplace operations.

Backend Development Architecture CI CD Testing Leadership Logistics

Full Stack Developer

WASEL Egypt

Dec 2017 - Feb 2019 (1 year 2 months)

Developed logistics, booking, and tracking solutions. Collaborated with business and operational teams to improve platform performance.

Fullstack Development Logistics Booking Trackings Performance

Backend Developer

Roseta Electronics

Oct 2017 - Jul 2018 (9 months)

Developed and maintained backend functionality for the company's eCommerce platform. Implemented feature enhancements and performance improvements.

Backend Development Ecommerce Performance

WordPress Developer

Tashabik & EYouth

Jan 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 11 months)

Developed and maintained WordPress-based websites and business applications. Customized themes, plugins, and website functionality based on client requirements.

WordPress Theme Development Plugin Development