Senior Software Entwickler

Berlinux Solutions GmbH

Jul 2024 - Present

• Developing and managing Deutsche Bahn-collaborated projects using PHP, Joomla, AWS, Docker, MongoDB and shell scripting for robust infrastructure and application solutions.
• Driving CI/CD implementation for existing projects in GitLab and optimizing workflows with Docker-based solutions.
• Tech stack: PHP/Joomla, MariaDB, AWS, Dockers, Shell, MongoDB.

External Consultant & Developer

Docunout GmbH & Belegebox (Part-Time/Remote)

May 2024 - Present

• Developing and fine-tuning LLMs using Ollama3 for automated document processing, including reading uploaded text, categorizing files, assigning them to relevant users, and integrating APIs with advanced prompt engineering.
• Specializing in advanced LLM development, including Ollama3 integration, API integration, fine-tuning, and prompt engineering for AI-driven solutions.
• Developing an Optical Character Recognition (OCR) API using Python and FastAPI.
• Designed and implemented a backend solution to optimize PDF files and images for efficient text extraction. Enhanced security using JWT for authentication.
• Implemented batch file processing with queuing and integrated webhooks for real-time updates. Utilized cloud file storage solutions such as AWS S3 and MinIO for scalable and reliable data storage.
• Tech stack: Ollama3, Open WebUI, Python3/FastApi, Postgresql, Linux/Docker, MinIO, PHP/Laravel

Senior Software Engineer

Gastfreund GmbH, Berlin - Germany

Apr 2018 - Sep 2022

• Successfully decoupled a large monolithic application into smaller independent microservices, leveraging my expertise in backend development to build robust APIs using Yii2 and Laravel frameworks.
• Successfully decoupled a large monolithic application into smaller independent microservices, leveraging my expertise in backend development to build robust APIs using Yii2 and Laravel frameworks.
• Also mentored 2-3 junior developers and shared my expertise in coding best practices to help them grow their skills.
• Tech stack: PHP/Laravel/Symfony/Yii2, MySQL, NodeJs/MongoDB, Linux/Docker, AWS S3.

Software Engineer

Move24 Group GmbH, Berlin - Germany

Nov 2016 - Mar 2018

• Led the development of a user-friendly platform enabling B2C customers to access affordable moving services across multiple European countries, resulting in a successful launch that streamlined the moving process and provided customers with reliable and cost effective services.
• Designed and built 2 APIs for PDF report generation and invoicing, SSO feature for user authorization and authentication and order management admin portal.
• Tech stack: PHP/Laravel/Symfony, MySQL, Linux/Vagrant, Selinium + Cucumber.

Master Thesis Student (Technical Lead)r

NETVAI UG, Kiel Germany

Feb 2015 - Oct 2016

• Conceptualized and engineered the comprehensive system architecture using Drupal7 framework and JQuery.
• Strategize a business model and wrote a business plan leveraging the robust Business Model Canvas framework as the cornerstone for my thesis and master project.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency in strategic planning, meticulously documenting intricate technical details, and orchestrating cohesive system designs, reflecting a mastery of both theoretical and practical aspects of software engineering and strategic planning.
• Tech stack: PHP/Drupal7/Laravel, MySQL, Linux/Vagrant/Shell, Selinium/Cucumber

Key Achievement:

• Won the German Association of Movers and Logistics (AMO) e.V., MoLo award for "Product Innovations for the Industry", which was a great achievement for the company. (https://moelo.de/en/#program)

PHP Developer

naymspace software GmbH, Kiel - Germany

Mar 2014 - Jul 2014

• Crafted WordPress plugins adhering to XLIFF standards, ensuring seamless integration and internationalization capabilities.
• Orchestrated PHP and Symfony framework integration with Node.js to develop a robust e-commerce platform; optimized backend processes, resulting in a 40% increase in site speed and a 25% reduction in bounce rate.

Web Developer

Game Ventures Pvt. Ltd., Karachi - Pakistan

Oct 2010 - Mar 2012

• Designed and developed an analytics tool using PHP and MongoDB for a high volume game & integrated social platform components. Integrated the analytics tool with the game server for real-time data collection and analysis.
• Engineered a system to monitor application performance and alert stakeholders of any potential issues.
• Tech stack: PHP/CodeIgnitor, MySQL/MongoDB, Linux/Shell

Web Developer

Parse Ten Inc., Karachi - Pakistan

Mar 2009 - Oct 2010

• Refactored legacy code to improve reliability, scalability and maintainability. Developed a content management system for a media company that reduced maintenance costs by 35%.
• Tech stack: PHP, MySQL, Facebook API, Google APIs.