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Omar Farooq

@omarfarooq2

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Trusted Drupal and CMS expert with 20+ years building scalable web and e-commerce solutions.

Switzerland

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What I'm looking for

I seek senior technical roles building scalable Drupal/CMS and e-commerce platforms, leading teams, driving integrations, and ensuring reliable operations in mission-driven or global organizations.

I am a senior Drupal and CMS specialist with over 20 years delivering web architecture, enterprise e-commerce and CMS solutions for international organizations, NGOs, and global brands. I design and implement scalable Drupal (7–10), Magento/Adobe Commerce and WordPress platforms, lead cross-functional teams, and build integrations and APIs to support large-scale digital initiatives.

My recent work includes leading Drupal development for the United Nations Network on Migration, building the Ahlan Simsim CMS and APIs for IRC, and delivering enterprise Magento solutions with ERP integrations for multiple international clients. I focus on performance, maintainability and governance, and have been recognized for contributions to high-profile international events.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Drupal Developer

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United Nations Network on Migration

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Enhanced and maintained Drupal solutions for the Migration Network Hub and IOM programmes, designed interactive dashboards for senior management, and ensured platform performance and reliability for global migration initiatives.

PHP RESTful APIs Dashboard Design Pantheon Git Performance Optimization

Senior Drupal Consultant

International Rescue Committee

Mar 2021 - Dec 2021 (9 months)

Developed a global Drupal 9 CMS and APIs for the Ahlan Simsim project to deliver scalable content and learning resources to refugees and children, and provided ongoing site management and enhancements.

Drupal 9 API Development Mobile Integration PHP Accessibility Remote Collaboration Content Delivery

Technical Lead E-Commerce

April & June GmbH

Oct 2011 - Mar 2021 (9 years 5 months)

Led e‑commerce development, built and migrated Magento platforms with ERP integrations, introduced omnichannel APIs and product configurators, and increased revenue and deployment efficiency across multiple projects.

Magento ERP Integration PHP API Development SAP Sync Performance Tuning Team Leadership

Principal Developer

Nextbridge

Sep 2010 - Oct 2011 (1 year 1 month)

Resolved critical Magento checkout and payment issues, developed custom payment gateways and modules, documented legacy code, and trained international teams to improve stability and operations.

Magento PHP Payment Gateways Module Development Legacy Code Technical Documentation Training QA

Senior Software Engineer

Pace Solutions

Sep 2009 - Aug 2010 (11 months)

Designed a Drupal-based content editing and evaluation platform to enable accurate quoting and streamlined document workflows, improving editorial efficiency for auditors and writers.

Drupal PHP Workflow Automation System Design Backend Development QA Documentation

Senior Software Engineer

Pakistan IT Zone

Mar 2007 - Sep 2009 (2 years 6 months)

Developed custom e‑commerce and desktop applications, optimized website functionality, and delivered scalable solutions with enhanced features for online commerce and discounts.

PHP E commerce Development Custom Modules Web Optimization MySQL JavaScript client support

Senior Software Engineer

Diamond Group of Industries

Mar 2005 - Mar 2007 (2 years)

Launched the company's first website and customer support portal, and designed an in‑house ERP covering production, accounts, invoicing, and payroll to reduce operational costs.

Web Development ERP PHP Database Design Portal development Support

Senior Software Engineer

Punjab Board of Technical Education

Feb 2002 - Oct 2004 (2 years 8 months)

Launched the official website and implemented the first online results system, modernizing student access and administrative processes across the board.

Drupal PHP Database Management Web Portals Deployment