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Hi, I’m Luqman Ahmed, a software engineer based in Peterborough, UK with a strong track record in building secure, scalable web applications using MERN and PHP/Laravel. I design robust APIs, optimize performance, and deploy cloud-native solutions on AWS, Docker, and modern CI/CD pipelines.
I enjoy leading complex projects, mentoring junior engineers, and delivering value to clients through practical, user-focused software solutions that meet business goals.
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Work Experience
Software Engineer at 3A Telecom Consultancy
May 1, 2024 - June 12, 2024Developed web applications using ReactJS, NodeJS, and MongoDB. Maintained robust applications with PHP and Laravel, integrating frontend technologies like Bootstrap, Tailwind, and Semantic UI, with MySQL databases. Revolutionized client website management on WordPress, WooCommerce, and Shopify. Architected reusable UI components, leveraged React Hooks, and integrated third-party libraries such as Material-UI and Bootstrap. Engineered high-performance apps with lazy loading and optimized server-side performance with clustering and load balancing. Deployed applications on AWS EC2 and Linux VPS environments.
Senior Fullstack Developer at Velox Tech
May 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024Designed and developed scalable full-stack applications across transportation, e-commerce, and automotive domains. Built secure RESTful APIs with NodeJS and Express.js, optimized backend performance with load balancing, and implemented RBAC and data validation. Developed responsive, SEO-friendly user interfaces using React.js and managed state with Redux and Context. Led migration of PHP applications to MERN stack, developed custom portals, booking systems, e-commerce functionalities, multilingual support, and automated scheduled tasks using Laravel Task Scheduler and Node.js cron jobs. Mentored junior developers.
Web Developer at Ladhawks Solutions
February 1, 2019 - April 30, 2023Developed full-stack web applications with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, MERN, and jQuery. Created and maintained RESTful APIs in PHP, optimized MySQL databases, integrated GoCardless for payment processing, and developed job schedulers. Built data visualization modules with real-time updates and implemented Salesforce CRM for lead tracking. Developed e-commerce applications with inventory management, RBAC, payment gateway integration, and real-time analytics. Integrated DocuSign APIs and collaborated with security teams to ensure application robustness. Mentored junior developers and contributed to agile processes.
Software Engineer at 3A Telecom Consultancy
May 1, 2024 - PresentArchitected, developed, and maintained scalable web applications using PHP and Laravel, integrating Blade templates, Tailwind CSS, and ReactJS components to create dynamic front-end experiences. Designed and implemented RESTful APIs adhering to best practices and ensured secure client-server communication. Developed custom admin dashboards and optimized MySQL/PostgreSQL queries with caching via Redis. Built eCommerce solutions with WordPress, WooCommerce, and Shopify, integrating Laravel APIs. Managed deployment and production environments on AWS and Docker, ensuring high availability and smooth CI/CD workflows.
Senior Fullstack Developer at Velox Tech
April 30, 2024 - August 15, 2025Engineered scalable enterprise-grade web applications using PHP and Laravel across multiple business domains including transportation, e-commerce, and automotive. Designed and optimized database schemas and query performance for high traffic systems. Developed SEO-friendly responsive frontends using React.js combined with Laravel backend. Utilized MongoDB for flexible data modeling. Managed deployment on AWS, DigitalOcean, and Linux VPS servers. Mentored junior developers and collaborated closely with clients to deliver tailored business solutions.
Web Developer at Ladhawks Solutions
April 30, 2023 - August 15, 2025Developed and maintained full-stack web applications using Core PHP and Laravel, integrating modern frontend technologies. Created secure and efficient RESTful APIs and optimized MySQL databases for high traffic. Integrated third-party APIs such as GoCardless and Salesforce for payment processing and CRM. Automated background processes and built interactive real-time data visualization modules. Led digital transformation by migrating legacy applications to Laravel and collaborated with security teams to ensure robust code.
Software Engineer at 3A Telecom Consultancy
May 1, 2024 - PresentArchitected and developed scalable web applications using PHP, Laravel, and ReactJS. Designed and implemented RESTful APIs for secure client-server communication, improved server performance with Express middleware and advanced caching, and deployed production-ready apps on AWS (EC2, S3) and Dockerized environments. Led RBAC design for internal tools and portals.
Senior Fullstack Developer at Inertia Soft Pvt Ltd
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025Engineered scalable, enterprise-grade web applications using the MERN stack and PHP/Laravel for e-commerce and automotive domains. Optimized SQL and NoSQL databases, implemented query optimizations for high performance, built interactive frontends with React, and mentored junior developers through code reviews and architecture discussions. Collaborated with clients to gather requirements and deliver customized solutions.
Web Developer at Inertia Soft Pvt Ltd
June 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025Developed and maintained full-stack web applications using Core PHP and Laravel, migrated a Core PHP-based application to Laravel, designed and optimized MySQL schemas, integrated third-party APIs (GoCardless, Salesforce), built RESTful APIs, and contributed to front-end work with React.js and Node.js.
Software Engineer at 3A Telecom Consultancy
May 1, 2024 - PresentArchitected and developed scalable web applications using PHP, Laravel, and ReactJS. Designed and implemented RESTful APIs to ensure secure, efficient client-server communication. Implemented server-side optimizations with Express middleware and advanced caching strategies; optimized MySQL and PostgreSQL queries; utilized Redis caching to boost performance. Built and customized eCommerce solutions with WordPress/WooCommerce and Shopify. Developed dynamic full-stack apps with React.js, Node.js, and MongoDB, and implemented RBAC for internal tools. Deployed production-ready applications on AWS (EC2, S3) and Dockerized environments, and established CI/CD workflows for reliable releases.
Senior Fullstack Developer at Inertia Soft Pvt Ltd
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025Engineered scalable, enterprise-grade web applications using the MERN stack and PHP/Laravel for e-commerce and automotive domains. Designed and optimized SQL and NoSQL databases and implemented query optimizations for high performance. Developed interactive, SEO-friendly frontends with React.js and cohesive full-stack solutions with Node.js backend. Implemented NoSQL solutions with MongoDB where required for flexible data modeling and speed. Mentored junior developers, conducted code reviews, and guided architecture discussions to improve code quality. Collaborated directly with clients to gather requirements, prepare demonstrations, and deliver customized, business-focused solutions. Deployed production apps on AWS and Docker, with emphasis on security and CI/CD.
Web Developer at Inertia Soft Pvt Ltd
June 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025Developed and maintained full-stack web applications using Core PHP and Laravel; integrated HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery for responsive, interactive, and user-friendly interfaces. Led strategic migration from Core PHP to Laravel. Designed and improved relational database schemas with MySQL, focusing on query optimization and performance tuning. Implemented AJAX for real-time data updates and integrated GoCardless and Salesforce for payments and CRM. Built RESTful APIs in PHP/Laravel and Node.js, and developed React frontends. Ensured application security, collaborated with security teams, and supported ongoing modernization efforts.
Education
Bachelor’s in Science at FAST-NUCES
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018Bachelor’s in Science (Computer Science) at FAST-NUCES
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018Bachelor’s in Science (Computer Science) at FAST-NUCES
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018Bachelor’s in Science (Computer Science) at FAST-NUCES
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018Qualifications
AWS Certified Developer – Associate
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025AWS Certified Developer – Associate
February 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025AWS Certified Developer – Associate
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025AWS Certified Developer – Associate
February 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Retail, Professional Services, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment
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