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I’m Khawaja Ahmar, a Principal Software Engineer with 12+ years of proven expertise designing, developing, and leading large-scale mobile applications across ride-hailing, OTT streaming, fintech, and gaming. I thrive on turning ambitious ideas into reliable, scalable products that users love.
I specialize in iOS (Swift, Objective-C) and cross-platform development, with hands-on experience in system architecture, product strategy, and mentoring cross-functional teams. I enjoy shipping features that span wallets, payments, real-time tracking, and multi-service capabilities for global audiences.
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Work Experience
Senior iOS Engineer at Al-Safeer IT
December 1, 2021 - June 7, 2024Leading iOS development efforts, designing and building high-quality iOS applications, managing release cycles, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative mobile app solutions.
Senior iOS Developer at Jeeny
November 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021Developed and maintained iOS applications, contributed to app architecture decisions, and helped ensure high performance and responsiveness on multiple iOS devices.
Principal Software Engineer / Project Manager at Aomata
September 1, 2018 - October 31, 2020Oversaw software development projects including technical leadership, project planning and management, and delivering complex applications meeting business requirements.
Senior iOS Engineer/ Team Lead at Eureka Technology Studio
August 1, 2017 - August 31, 2018Led a team of developers, managed iOS app development projects, implemented best coding practices, and drove delivery of mobile software solutions.
Senior Software Engineer at NextScrum
November 1, 2016 - July 31, 2017Contributed to software engineering tasks, collaborated with teams across multiple stages of the software development lifecycle, focused on quality assurance and user acceptance testing.
Senior iOS Engineer at Vodworks
April 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016Developed and maintained iOS applications, optimized software for mobile devices, and participated in release management.
Senior Software Engineer at InnoKAT LLC
January 1, 2013 - April 30, 2014Performed software engineering duties, including development, testing, and maintenance of software solutions.
Senior iOS Developer at 4 New Generation (branch of Web Marketing Experts and AppScore International, Australia)
March 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Developed iOS applications for clients, maintained app codebases, and implemented new features and bug fixes.
Software Engineer at Northbay Solutions (cDocs NBS)
December 1, 2011 - March 31, 2013Contributed to software projects, performed coding tasks, and supported application deployments.
iOS Developer / iOS Team Lead at Accure Technologies
August 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011Led iOS development teams, managed software lifecycle, and developed mobile applications.
Senior iOS Engineer at Al-Safeer IT
December 1, 2021 - PresentWorking on a ride hailing iOS Native product focusing on revamp and creating new apps from scratch.
Senior iOS Developer at Jeeny
December 31, 2021 - July 15, 2025Developed ride hailing iOS Native products for passengers and drivers.
Principal Software Engineer / Project Manager at Aomata LLC
October 31, 2020 - July 15, 2025Worked on multiple iOS Native products overseeing engineering and project management tasks.
Senior Software Engineer / Team Lead at Eureka Technologies
August 31, 2018 - July 15, 2025Led team and developed iOS Native products.
Senior Software Engineer / Team Lead at NextScrum
July 31, 2017 - July 15, 2025Worked on iOS and Android Native apps including Universal target iOS apps.
Senior iOS Engineer at Vodworks
June 30, 2016 - July 15, 2025Worked primarily on iOS Native apps for Universal targets.
Senior Software Engineer at InnoKAT LLC
April 30, 2015 - July 15, 2025Handled multiple projects including iOS/Android Native apps and Smart TV app projects.
Senior iOS Developer at 4 New Generation (branch of Web Marketing Experts and AppScore International)
November 30, 2013 - July 15, 2025Worked on multiple projects including iOS Native apps, Cross Platform Apps, and games.
Software Engineer at Northbay Solutions (cDocs NBS)
March 31, 2013 - July 15, 2025Focused on game development
iOS Developer and iOS Team Lead at Accure Technologies
December 31, 2011 - July 15, 2025Worked on multiple projects including apps and games.
Senior Software Engineer / Team Lead at Al-Safeer IT
August 1, 2025 - September 22, 2025Leading development of Petra Ride/Riden ride-hailing apps (iOS Native, MVVM, Swift). Architected new passenger & driver apps from scratch, modernizing legacy modules. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate wallets, real-time tracking, and multi-service functionality. Mentored junior engineers, established code standards, and improved app performance.
Senior Software Engineer at Jeeny KSA
September 1, 2022 - September 22, 2025Enhanced and supported Jeeny ride-hailing platform (passenger & driver apps). Implemented core features in payments, booking flows, and geo-services. Coordinated with backend teams to integrate scalable web services.
Senior Software Engineer — Team Lead at cDocs NorthBay Solutions
June 1, 2020 - September 22, 2025Built Mini Empires and Empires World War, implementing core combat, maps, animations, rewards, and multiplayer systems using Cocos2D and Unity3D. Integrated APNS, local notifications, and in-app subscriptions/payments, boosting engagement and monetization.
Principal Software Engineer at Aomata LLC
October 1, 2017 - September 22, 2025Directed multiple iOS /Android product lifecycles for enterprise & consumer apps. Managed distributed teams and streamlined agile development processes. Oversaw SmartIO (content transfer app) used globally for secure cross-platform migration.
Senior Software Engineer / Team Lead at Eureka Technologies
August 1, 2014 - September 22, 2025Spearheaded Core Direction (health & lifestyle app) and ZonTrack (Amazon sales analytics app). Designed modular mobile frameworks for scalability and client integrations.
Senior iOS Engineer at Vodworks
June 1, 2012 - September 22, 2025Built Vidscape OTT Video Platform with DRM, analytics, and monetization models. Developed Strydr pedestrian navigation app, optimizing pedestrian UX beyond Google/Apple Maps.
iOS Developer & Team Lead at Accure Technologies
December 1, 2011 - September 22, 2025Delivered multiple iOS /Android apps/games, handled client delivery, and led a large team.
Education
Bachelors of Computer Science at Punjab University
June 1, 2006 - December 1, 2010B.S at Punjab University College of Information Technology
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2010I.C.S at Govt. Modal Degree College Faisal Town Lahore
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006Matric at Govt. High School Township Lahore
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2004B.S (C.S) Hons. at Punjab University College of Information Technology
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2010I.C.S at Govt. Modal Degree College Faisal Town Lahore
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006MATRIC (Science) at Govt. High School Township Lahore
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2004Bachelor of Science: Computer Science at PUCIT, Punjab University, Lahore
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025Qualifications
ILETS
December 2, 2015 - January 1, 2016ILETS 7.0 BAND
IELTS - British Council
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Gaming, Other, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Education, Financial Services
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