Muhammad Umar

Architectural Design:

• Transitioned from monolithic to microservices architecture using ExpressJS and NestJS
• Implemented decentralised database for microservices to minimise coupling and enhance performance
• Adopted a Monorepo structure leveraging the NPM package registry via GitHub organization for improved code reusability and collaboration.

Coding Practices:

• Adhered to industry-standard design patterns such as Singleton, Factory, and Adapter, while implementing best practices including SOLID and DRY principles in both frontend and backend codebases.

Deployment Practices:

• Deployed microservices on AWS infrastructure, utilizing AWS Cost Explorer for financial monitoring and alerting on budget thresholds.
• Managed API exposure and security through Amazon API Gateway, facilitating seamless and secure access to microservices.
• Employed Amazon RDS for relational databases and MongoDB for lightweight NoSQL databases, catering to diverse service needs.
• Leveraged Amazon ECS/EKS for containerized applications, ensuring greater control over environments and facilitating stateful service operations.
• Utilized Amazon CloudWatch for comprehensive monitoring and logging of services, enabling the identification of resource utilization and performance bottlenecks.

Leadership & Project Management:

• Spearheaded a full-stack team, overseeing critical initiatives including the development of a personalized ChatBot for managing conversations, a Beauty Salon application, and a Human Resource Management System (HRMS) for payroll, attendance, and project management.
• Innovated solutions in software architecture and team management, employing Agile methodologies and JIRA to drive optimal project delivery.
• Successfully directed transformative projects, including the implementation of a robust CRM system, an intuitive ChatBot, and a comprehensive Salon Application, enhancing operational efficiency and user engagement.

Agile Formation and Project Management

• Led the establishment of a Jira board by translating initial stakeholder requirements into structured Epics, User Stories, and Tasks, enhancing project clarity and workflow.
• Defined and managed sprint goals, thoughtfully assigning tasks to junior developers based on their individual capabilities and skill sets, fostering an environment conducive to skill development.
• Collaborated with junior developers to provide accurate time estimates for tasks, discussing complexity, priority, and potential solutions, which resulted in a 50% increase in developer productivity and a significant reduction in project risks.

Communication Strategy Implementation

• Played a pivotal role in transitioning to Slack as the primary communication platform, enhancing collaboration and streamlining discussions across various teams and projects, thus reducing reliance on verbal communication.

Codebase Development and Technical Leadership

• Contributed to the foundational setup of the initial codebase by recommending appropriate technology stacks, architectural patterns, and development methodologies, leading to a 50% increase in productivity and a 50% reduction in downtime.
• Successfully led the development of MVPs for projects including a Chatbot, Salon Management System, and HR Management System, employing minimal standards and low-fidelity designs to facilitate informed decision-making and positively impact product success rates.

Full-Stack Development and Team Leadership

• Spearheaded full-stack development initiatives, providing leadership that strengthened the foundational source code and optimized developer communications during periods of company growth.

Professional Experience

React Native Developer

• Live Application Development: Spearheaded the development of React Native applications with over 3 million active users, focusing on an online streaming platform utilizing AWS IVS for real-time content delivery.
• Content Creation Solutions: Designed and implemented content creation applications featuring crypto-based monetization, enhancing user engagement and revenue generation.
• Legacy iOS Development: Maintained and upgraded legacy iOS applications using Swift and Storyboard, ensuring high performance and user satisfaction. Developed native bridges to facilitate seamless interaction between applications and the operating system.
• Quality Assurance: Established a comprehensive end-to-end testing framework with Detox, complemented by unit testing using Jest. This initiative led to a significant reduction of 70% in production bugs, enhancing overall application stability.
• Automation and Deployment: Automated testing and deployment workflows utilizing react-native-code-push, resulting in accelerated production cycles while maintaining rigorous testing standards.
• App Store Management: Oversaw company accounts for deployment on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, managing certificates and access to ensure compliance and security.
• Code Review and Mentorship: Reviewed, commented on, and merged hundreds of pull requests, advocating for clean code practices and SOLID design principles to foster a culture of quality and collaboration.

Leadership in Full Stack Development

• Led full stack development efforts at Weby Master, making strategic decisions for both front-end and back-end technologies.
• Fostered a remote collaboration environment to ensure alignment and consistency across teams.

UI/UX & Component Development

• Engineered custom, reusable UI and functional components, significantly enhancing user experience and optimizing development workflows.
• Streamlined component-based development to ensure consistency across the application and reduced redundancy.

Server Management & Infrastructure

• Established and maintained robust server environments, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance.
• Proactively monitored and optimized server performance to handle high traffic and data loads.

Database Design & Optimization

• Designed and optimized database schemas to improve data integrity and query efficiency.
• Ensured the database architecture was scalable and aligned with application needs, reducing technical debt.

Mobile Build & Deployment Management

• Managed the Android and iOS build processes, overseeing the end-to-end deployment to Google Play and the App Store.
• Automated build and deployment workflows to ensure timely releases and smooth updates.

Refactoring & Modernization

• Updated and refactored legacy SDK functions to align with modern standards, improving maintainability and performance.
• Implemented clean and scalable folder structures to optimize code organization and streamline future development.

• Enhanced user experience by implementing responsive web design principles.
• Optimised website performance with efficient coding and debugging techniques.
• Streamlined code management for improved version control using Git.
• Boosted company productivity by developing automated testing tools and procedures.
• Developed mobile applications to increase customer engagement.
• Designed user-friendly interfaces, enhancing user satisfaction.
• Integrated third-party APIs for enhanced functionality and efficiency.
• Built robust monolithical backend improving data security and integrity.
• Implemented reliable cloud-based solutions, ensuring high uptime and availability.
• Led training sessions on full stack development for junior team members, bolstering their skills set efficiently.
• Kept abreast of latest industry trends, incorporating best practices into daily operations effectively.

• Developed innovative web applications to improve user experience.
• Utilised HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for interactive website design.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams whilst working on complex projects.
• Streamlined the development process by adopting agile methodologies.
• Optimised code performance with thorough debugging and testing.
• Created responsive designs for mobile devices, enhancing accessibility for users.
• Implemented front-end and back-end features using React.js and Node.js, respectively.
• Worked closely with UX and UI designers, translating their visual concepts into functional websites.
• Built RESTful APIs for seamless data exchange between client-server interfaces.
• Maintained clean codebase making future modifications easier.