Senior Laravel Engineer with 3.7+ years in production backend systems and hands-on experience deploying private LLM infrastructure on AWS GPU. Self-hosted Qwen models via Ollama on g4dn.xlarge instances, integrated into Laravel workflows via OpenAI-compatible APIs. Previously engineered a system handling 20,000+ simultaneous logins during a live international event with zero downtime. Comfortable bridging production-grade backend engineering with practical AI integration.

Hassaan Mirza

Senior Laravel Engineer with 3.7+ years in production backend systems and hands-on experience deploying private LLM infrastructure on AWS GPU. Self-hosted Qwen models via Ollama on g4dn.xlarge instances, integrated into Laravel workflows via OpenAI-compatible APIs. Previously engineered a system handling 20,000+ simultaneous logins during a live international event with zero downtime. Comfortable bridging production-grade backend engineering with practical AI integration.

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Senior Laravel Engineer with 3.7+ years in production backend systems and hands-on experience deploying private LLM infrastructure on AWS GPU. Self-hosted Qwen models via Ollama on g4dn.xlarge instances, integrated into Laravel workflows via OpenAI-compatible APIs.

Previously engineered a system handling 20,000+ simultaneous logins during a live international event with zero downtime. Comfortable bridging production-grade backend engineering with practical AI integration.

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Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer at DAU Solutions
September 1, 2025 - Present
Architecting and maintaining backend services for a production POS and Digital Menu platform across multiple enterprise tenants in Saudi Arabia. Provisioned and managed Azure VM infrastructure end-to-end (NSG rules, SSH hardening, NGINX reverse proxy, automated SSL via Let’s Encrypt). Built GitHub Actions + Docker CI/CD pipelines for zero-downtime deployments with staging/production parity. Designed a multi-tenant Digital Menu system with isolated onboarding, role-based access, and scalable per-tenant configuration. Conduct PR reviews to enforce quality and architectural standards. Maintains Proxmox-based isolated dev/staging environments to reduce release defects.
Full-Stack Software Engineer at vFairs
August 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Engineered flagship integration for Robbins Research International (Anthony Robbins Organization), providing a Laravel backend handling 20,000+ simultaneous logins and real-time QR code generation during a live international event with zero downtime. Designed and built an iPaaS framework and SDK suite in Laravel for plug-and-play third-party integrations (CRM, marketing platforms, event tools). Authored and owned REST API documentation at developers.vfairs.com, defining endpoint contracts and auth flows for internal and external developers. Built and maintained production Laravel APIs using queues, event-driven architecture, and Redis caching for high-concurrency virtual event platforms. Translated Figma into performant Livewire/Vue components to reduce backend/frontend handoff friction.
Senior Laravel Developer at Marham.pk
August 1, 2024 - August 9, 2025
Led end-to-end platform redesign improving speed and user experience while integrating advanced Vue.js components for interactivity. Applied design pattern principles to refactor critical modules for better maintainability and scalability. Integrated multiple payment and marketing platforms, increasing conversion rates by 4% through targeted UX changes and A/B testing. Reduced GCP server costs by 30% through architectural optimization. Developed the Marham Shop on Shopify with extensive customizations and configured Google Trigger setups to boost functionality and performance.
Software Engineer at developers.vfairs.com
August 1, 2024 - Present
Architected scalable data workflows using design patterns to ensure maintainable, reusable, and extensible codebases. Developed all APIs for developers.vfairs.com. Led technical documentation initiatives defining integration and architecture standards for internal and external developers. Collaborated with UX and product teams to translate requirements into performant, user-friendly, and visually engaging features. Spearheaded the development of SDKs and an iPaaS framework to enable seamless integrations and faster third-party adoption. Attended client meetings to present strategic plans and streamline integration workflows, ensuring implementation aligned with client objectives.
Senior Laravel Developer at Marham.pk
August 1, 2024 - August 9, 2025
Led end-to-end redesign of the platform improving speed and user experience, including integration of advanced Vue.js components for interactivity. Applied design pattern principles to refactor critical modules increasing scalability and maintainability. Integrated multiple payment and marketing platforms, boosting conversion rates by 4% via targeted UX changes and A/B testing. Reduced GCP server costs by 30% through architectural optimization. Developed customized Marham Shop on Shopify, implementing extensive customizations and Google Trigger setups to enhance functionality.
Software Engineer at vFairs.com
August 1, 2024 - Present
Architected scalable data workflows, applying design patterns for maintainable, reusable, and extensible codebases. Developed all APIs available at developers.vfairs.com and led technical documentation initiatives defining integration and architecture standards. Collaborated with UX and product teams to translate requirements into performant, user-friendly features. Spearheaded development of SDKs and an iPaaS framework to enhance integrations, accelerate third-party adoption, and modularize the developer ecosystem. Participated in client meetings to present strategic plans and streamline integration workflows ensuring alignment with objectives.
Senior Laravel Developer at Marham.pk
September 1, 2023 - August 31, 2024
Led backend redesign of a high-traffic healthcare platform, improving Core Web Vitals, page speed, and SEO. Reduced GCP infrastructure costs by 30% via MySQL query optimization, Redis caching, and VM right-sizing. Integrated PayPal, SafePay, and Easypaisa payment gateways in Laravel; delivered conversion lift through A/B-tested UX improvements. Refactored core application modules using GoF patterns (Repository, Observer, Strategy) to improve maintainability. Built and launched Marham Shop on Shopify with custom Liquid theme work and app integrations. Managed GCP production deployments with load balancers, VM instance maintenance, and uptime under peak traffic.
Software Engineer at ReverbSoft Technologies
May 1, 2023 - August 9, 2025
Built a modular Doctor Management System in Laravel with Vue.js-powered responsive UI for real-time interactions. Developed a Next.js-based e-commerce app with advanced scheduling algorithms targeting healthcare services. Designed scalable API services applying design patterns to reduce redundancy and improve adaptability.
Software Engineer at ReverbSoft Technologies
May 1, 2023 - August 9, 2025
Built a modular Doctor Management System in Laravel with Vue.js powered responsive real-time interfaces. Developed a Next.js based eCommerce app featuring advanced scheduling algorithms for healthcare services. Designed scalable API services using design patterns to reduce redundancy and improve adaptability.
Senior Software Engineer (Contract) at Reverb Soft Technologies
December 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
Built a modular Doctor Management System in Laravel with real-time Vue.js/Livewire interfaces and advanced scheduling logic for healthcare bookings. Developed a Next.js (TypeScript) e-commerce frontend with full API integration to Laravel backend services. Designed scalable RESTful APIs using GoF patterns and handled VPS deployment with NGINX, SSL, and production database migrations.
Internee Software Engineer at Punjab Institute Of Technology Board
August 1, 2022 - August 9, 2025
Contributed to developing a Hotel Management System using Laravel and React focusing on modularity and performance. Worked extensively on CORS configuration and API development to ensure secure and seamless cross-origin communication. Collaborated with senior engineers to optimize front-end and back-end integration for improved user experience and maintainability.
Internee Software Engineer at Punjab Institute Of Technology Board Lahore
August 1, 2022 - August 9, 2025
Contributed to development of a Hotel Management System using Laravel and React focusing on modularity and performance. Worked extensively on CORS configuration and API development ensuring secure cross-origin communication. Collaborated with senior engineers to optimize frontend-backend integrations improving user experience and maintainability.
Software Engineer Intern at Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB)
May 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Contributed to a Hotel Management System backend in Laravel and frontend in React.js by implementing REST API endpoints and CORS configuration. Participated in internal server deployment setup.
Career-Prep Fellow at AMAL Academy
November 1, 2021 - August 9, 2025
Selected from over 4500 applicants for an intensive 3-month fellowship funded by Stanford University. Completed 150 hours of training developing business skills including communication, leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork. Focused on leadership, communication, and collaborative problem-solving in a Stanford-funded professional development fellowship.
Career-Prep Fellow at AMAL Academy Lahore
November 1, 2021 - August 9, 2025
Selected from over 4500 applicants for an intensive 3-month fellowship funded by Stanford University. Completed 150 hours of training developing business skills including communication, leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork. Focused on leadership, communication, and collaborative problem-solving through Stanford-funded professional development.

Education

Master in Computer Sciences at Virtual University Pakistan
January 1, 2025 - August 9, 2025
Bs (Hons.) Gender Studies at University of the Punjab Lahore
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
F Sc. Pre-Engineering at Crescent College Lahore
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
MCS Masters in Computer Sciences at Virtual University Pakistan Lahore
January 1, 2025 - August 9, 2025
Bs (Hons.) Gender Studies at University of the Punjab Lahore
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
FSc Pre-Engineering at Crescent College Lahore
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor's Degree at University of the Punjab
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

CS50: Introduction to Computer Science
January 1, 2022 - August 9, 2025
Career Essentials in GitHub Professional Certificate
March 1, 2024 - August 9, 2025
Building Database Applications in PHP
January 1, 2023 - August 9, 2025
Introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL)
January 1, 2023 - August 9, 2025
Building Web Applications in PHP
December 1, 2022 - August 9, 2025
User Experience Design Essentials – Adobe XD UI/UX Design
November 1, 2020 - August 9, 2025
Advanced Software Design & Architecture with GoF Design Patterns
January 1, 2024 - August 9, 2025
CS50: Introduction to Computer Science
January 1, 2022 - August 9, 2025
Career Essentials in GitHub Professional Certificate
March 1, 2024 - August 9, 2025
Building Database Applications in PHP
January 1, 2023 - August 9, 2025
Introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL)
January 1, 2023 - August 9, 2025
Building Web Applications in PHP
December 1, 2022 - August 9, 2025
User Experience Design Essentials – Adobe XD UI/UX Design
November 1, 2020 - August 9, 2025
Advanced Software Design & Architecture with GoF (Gang of Four) Design Patterns
January 1, 2024 - August 9, 2025
Career Essentials in GitHub
March 1, 2024 - July 16, 2026
CS50: Introduction to Computer Science
June 1, 2022 - July 16, 2026
Getting Started with Go
August 1, 2025 - July 16, 2026
Functions, Methods, and Interfaces in Go
August 1, 2025 - July 16, 2026
Advanced Software Design & Architecture with GoF Design Patterns
August 1, 2025 - July 16, 2026
AI Orchestration: From Local Models to Cloud
June 1, 2026 - July 16, 2026
Functions, Methods, and Interfaces in Go
August 1, 2025 - July 16, 2026
Advanced Software Design & Architecture with GoF Design Patterns
August 1, 2025 - July 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Healthcare, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail