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Ra'fat Ahmad

@rafatahmad

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Proactive Backend Software Engineer specializing in Java and Spring Boot.

Palestine, State of

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that foster growth, collaboration, and innovation in software development.

I am a proactive and detail-oriented Backend Software Engineer with over a year of experience in developing secure, scalable, and enterprise-grade applications. My expertise lies in Java and Spring Boot, where I have successfully designed RESTful APIs and implemented microservices architecture. I am passionate about clean code and performance optimization, and I thrive in collaborative environments.

Throughout my career, I have contributed to various projects, including fintech and government applications, where I developed backend services and ensured secure authentication using Spring Security. I have a strong foundation in cloud technologies, particularly AWS, and I am continuously enhancing my skills, including my English fluency through formal training.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Software Engineer

Ejada

Mar 2023 - Feb 2024 (11 months)

Developed backend services for fintech and government projects using Spring Boot and MySQL. Implemented secure authentication using Spring Security and designed scalable microservices. Created and documented APIs with OpenAPI, contributing to agile sprints and code reviews.

Java Spring Boot MySQL Spring Security Microservices OpenAPI Agile Code Review

AWS Technical Support Engineer

CollegeSource

Jul 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 6 months)

Monitored cloud infrastructure and production systems using various AWS tools. Efficiently resolved incidents and database issues with minimal downtime, ensuring system stability and performance.

AWS Cloud Infrastructure Database Management System Monitoring

Data Annotation Specialist

Imagry

Sep 2019 - Mar 2023 (3 years 6 months)

Labeled and analyzed data to train autonomous vehicle systems across multiple locations. Ensured high-accuracy object detection for critical decision-making in real-time scenarios.

Data Analysis Autonomous Object Detection Machine Learning Data Labeling

Backend Developer

Kiitos Technology

Feb 2022 - Jul 2022 (5 months)

Built REST APIs using Node.js, Express.js, and TypeScript for BRCC's e-commerce platform. Deployed serverless functions via AWS Lambda and collaborated effectively using Git, Bitbucket, and Jira.

Node TypeScript REST APIs AWS Lambda Git Bitbucket Jira Serverless Architecture

Technical Support Engineer

Hadara International Trading

Nov 2018 - Present (6 years 7 months)

Installed and maintained POS systems, surveillance, and attendance tracking solutions for clients. Built and configured local network infrastructure for small businesses, ensuring reliable connectivity.

Technical Support Installation Troubleshooting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Birzeit University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Systems Engineering

Completed a comprehensive curriculum in computer systems engineering, focusing on the design, development, and implementation of computer hardware and software systems. Gained expertise in areas such as programming, algorithms, and network architecture.