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Syed Aslam

@syedaslam

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Full Stack Expertise in Ruby on Rails, JavaScript, SQL, CI/CD.

India

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What I'm looking for

Looking for a challenging role that leverages my technical expertise and leadership skills to drive business success.

I am a seasoned full-stack software engineer and technical leader with over 15 years of experience in building scalable, secure data applications and managing cross-functional teams. My recent foray into product management has further honed my ability to align engineering strategies with business objectives. I am passionate about leading teams to deliver high-quality, user-centric products that drive business success.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated expertise in designing and maintaining scalable APIs, leading cross-functional teams, and driving collaboration to meet product launch deadlines. I have a proven track record of delivering results, with achievements including increasing platform user engagement by 50% and generating €50,000 in revenue within three months.

I am well-versed in a range of technologies, including Ruby on Rails, ReactJS, PostgreSQL, and AWS. I am a strong communicator and team player, with a proven ability to foster strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to onboarding new clients and users.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Engineering Lead

GREWP GMBH

Oct 2022 - Sep 2023 (11 months)

Developed a collaborative SaaS platform that enhanced team productivity and communication. Led a team of four engineers, resulting in a 20% increase in user engagement. Upgraded the front end with React and TypeScript for improved load times and retention, and implemented CI/CD automation with GitHub Actions and Docker, reducing deployment times by 40%.

Team Management Ruby on Rails API Design ReactJS PostgreSQL AWS

Senior Full Stack Engineer

CREDITSHELF AG

Feb 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year 8 months)

At creditshelf, a digital loan platform connecting SMEs with institutional investors, I automated 75% of internal workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce manual tasks. Designed internal APIs and automation scripts, decreasing manual processing by 30%, and optimized platform architecture to handle increased traffic volumes without compromising speed, leading to a 30% reduction in load times.

Ruby Rails GraphQL Ruby React Docker Kubernetes AWS API Integration Process Automation Team Leadership

Senior Software Engineer

THE TALENT ENTERPRISE

Jun 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 7 months)

Revamped the platform to boost user engagement by 25% and increase overall usage metrics by 40%. Implemented video identification for secure customer verification using face-api.js. Promoted technical growth through mentorship, ensuring high code quality and improvements in processes aligned with organizational KPIs.

Redux TypeScript Ruby on Rails ReactJS MySQL Docker Postman Heroku

Senior Software Engineer

HASHLEARN

Apr 2017 - Apr 2019 (2 years)

I led the development and successful launch of an ed-tech platform that served thousands of students. I designed and implemented real-time chat systems with attachment support and a scalable architecture using Vue.js and Firebase. Additionally, I created an innovative e-reader solution that included note-taking and annotation functionalities, utilizing Vue.js and pdf.js.

Vue.Js Vuex Vue Router Ruby on Rails PostgreSQL StimulusJS Firebase Firestore WebRTC GCP

Web Team Lead

LIVESTREAM

Mar 2015 - Apr 2017 (2 years 1 month)

I led a team of 11 engineers, providing mentorship, feedback, goal-setting, and conducting performance reviews. I created and launched Livestream Watch, a leading live-streaming showcase service integrated with Algolia search. Additionally, I revamped consumer-facing products using AngularJS to enhance performance and update our front-end technology stack.

Algolia Team Management Technical Leadership Ruby on Rails MySQL AngularJS NodeJS

Systems Lead / Lead Consultant

THOUGHTFOCUS

Jan 2013 - Mar 2015 (2 years 2 months)

I led full-stack product development for multiple startups, turning innovative ideas into successful‬ MVPs. My role involved designing scalable architectures, driving technical innovation, and‬ ensuring smooth project delivery from concept to launch.‬ ‭

Backend Development RESTful APIs AWS Ruby on Rails MySQL Git