Product-minded Software Engineer and Technical Leader with strong experience in designing, building, and scaling digital platforms across fintech, social media, edutech, and platform-based products. Experienced in working directly with Founders, C-level executives, and product stakeholders, translating business, operational, and regulatory requirements into scalable, maintainable, and production-ready systems. Comfortable taking ownership from early technical discussions through architecture design, implementation, deployment, and long-term improvement. Has led and collaborated with cross-functional, multi-country teams covering backend, frontend, mobile, and DevOps. Strong background in cloud-native systems, API-driven architecture, automation, and AI-assisted features. Known for clear communication, pragmatic decision-making, and the ability to balance speed, quality, and sustainability in fast-moving environments.

Sayyid Shalahuddin

Product-minded Software Engineer and Technical Leader with strong experience in designing, building, and scaling digital platforms across fintech, social media, edutech, and platform-based products. Experienced in working directly with Founders, C-level executives, and product stakeholders, translating business, operational, and regulatory requirements into scalable, maintainable, and production-ready systems. Comfortable taking ownership from early technical discussions through architecture design, implementation, deployment, and long-term improvement. Has led and collaborated with cross-functional, multi-country teams covering backend, frontend, mobile, and DevOps. Strong background in cloud-native systems, API-driven architecture, automation, and AI-assisted features. Known for clear communication, pragmatic decision-making, and the ability to balance speed, quality, and sustainability in fast-moving environments.

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Product-minded Software Engineer and Technical Leader with strong experience in designing, building, and scaling digital platforms across fintech, social media, edutech, and platform-based products.

Experienced in working directly with Founders, C-level executives, and product stakeholders, translating business, operational, and regulatory requirements into scalable, maintainable, and production-ready systems. Comfortable taking ownership from early technical discussions through architecture design, implementation, deployment, and long-term improvement.

Has led and collaborated with cross-functional, multi-country teams covering backend, frontend, mobile, and DevOps. Strong background in cloud-native systems, API-driven architecture, automation, and AI-assisted features. Known for clear communication, pragmatic decision-making, and the ability to balance speed, quality, and sustainability in fast-moving environments.

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Language

Indonesian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Independent Contractor
July 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and developed end-to-end AI-powered solutions, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, workflow automation, and intelligent chatbots to improve operational efficiency. Built scalable APIs and microservices integrating AI/ML models with modern stacks including Python, FastAPI, Node.js, Next.js, React, and Go. Implemented automation systems to reduce manual effort by up to 40%. Developed and deployed blockchain-based applications, including decentralized identity verification and tokenized assets. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready applications combining AI, Web3, and cloud infrastructure.
Lead Developer at Setlary
July 1, 2025 - August 29, 2025
Led a cross-functional development team in building a fintech platform ensuring seamless and high-performance user experience. Designed and developed a scalable system enabling third-party integrations to expand the platform ecosystem. Worked directly with product and design teams to translate business requirements into innovative, user-friendly solutions. Optimized system architecture and performance, reducing load times and improving reliability by 25%. Implemented robust security measures to ensure compliance with fintech regulations and enhance data protection.
Tech Lead at LINKUPP Pte. Ltd
May 31, 2024 - August 29, 2025
Led technical and overseas teams in developing and launching a high-performance social media application, resulting in a 30% uplift in user engagement. Spearheaded debugging and app performance optimization, achieving a 25% improvement in speed and reliability. Transformed designs and wireframes into high-quality code to improve aesthetics and user experience. Integrated external data sources and REST APIs to enhance app functionality and user interaction. Pioneered adoption of cutting-edge technologies, increasing development efficiency by 20%.
Team Lead Developer at PRESTISA
January 31, 2024 - August 29, 2025
Developed and launched innovative applications, resulting in a 40% user base growth within the first year. Led the team in identifying and resolving app performance issues, enhancing stability by 15%. Converted designs and wireframes into functional code, significantly improving app interface and navigation. Utilized external data sources and REST APIs to enrich app content and functionality. Implemented new technologies, increasing development speed and efficiency by 18%.
Mobile Developer at COOP ACCESS
January 31, 2022 - August 29, 2025
Engineered and maintained multiple scalable mobile applications, boosting overall performance by 20%. Conducted comprehensive testing for app endurance, usability, and stability, enhancing user satisfaction by 25%. Translated designs and wireframes into efficient code, elevating app quality and responsiveness. Ensured optimal app performance, leading to a 10% increase in positive user feedback.
Independent Contractor at Self-employed
July 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and developed end-to-end AI-powered solutions, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, workflow automation, and intelligent chatbots to improve operational efficiency. Built scalable APIs and microservices integrating AI/ML models with modern stacks (Python, FastAPI, Node.js, Next.js, React, Go). Implemented automation systems to streamline business processes, reducing manual effort by up to 40%. Developed and deployed blockchain-based applications, including decentralized identity verification and tokenized assets. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready applications combining AI, Web3, and cloud infrastructure.
Lead Developer at Setlary
June 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Led a cross-functional development team in building a fintech platform, ensuring a seamless and high-performance user experience. Designed and developed a scalable system enabling third-party integrations and expanding the platform’s ecosystem. Worked directly with the product and design teams to translate business requirements into innovative and user-friendly solutions. Optimized system architecture and performance, reducing load times and improving reliability by 25%. Implemented robust security measures to ensure compliance with fintech regulations and enhance data protection.
Tech Lead at LINKUPP Pte. Ltd
July 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024
Led both the technical and overseas teams in developing and launching a high-performance social media application, resulting in a 30% uplift in user engagement. Spearheaded the debugging and optimization of app performance, resulting in a 25% improvement in speed and reliability. Transformed designs and wireframes into high-quality code, improving app aesthetics and user experience. Integrated external data sources and REST APIs to expand app functionality and user interaction. Pioneered the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, boosting development efficiency by 20%.
Team Lead Developer at PRESTISA
November 1, 2021 - January 31, 2024
Developed and launched innovative applications, achieving a user base growth of 40% within the first year. Led the team in identifying and resolving app performance issues, enhancing stability by 15%. Converted designs and wireframes into functional code, significantly improving the app interface and navigation. Utilized external data sources and REST APIs to enrich app content and functionality. Implemented new technologies, increasing development speed and efficiency by 18%.
Mobile Developer at COOP ACCESS
August 1, 2019 - January 31, 2022
Engineered and maintained multiple scalable mobile applications, boosting overall performance by 20%. Conducted comprehensive testing for app endurance, usability, and stability, enhancing user satisfaction by 25%. Translated designs and wireframes into efficient code, elevating app quality and responsiveness. Ensured optimal app performance, leading to a 10% increase in positive user feedback.
Independent Contractor at Self-Employed / Independent Contractor
July 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and developed end-to-end AI-powered solutions, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, workflow automation, and intelligent chatbots to improve operational efficiency. Built scalable APIs and microservices integrating AI/ML models with modern stacks (Python, FastAPI, Node.js, Next.js, React, Go). Implemented automation systems to streamline business processes, reducing manual effort by up to 40%. Developed and deployed blockchain-based applications, including decentralized identity verification and tokenized assets. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready applications combining AI, Web3, and cloud infrastructure.
Independent Contractor at Independent Contractor
July 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and developed end-to-end AI-powered solutions, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, workflow automation, and intelligent chatbots. Built scalable APIs and microservices integrating AI/ML models with modern stacks (Python, FastAPI, Node.js, Next.js, React, Go). Implemented automation systems to streamline business processes, reducing manual effort by up to 40%. Developed and deployed blockchain-based applications, including decentralized identity verification and tokenized assets. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready applications combining AI, Web3, and cloud infrastructure.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at STMIK Triguna Dharma
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2018
Information System at STMIK Triguna Dharma
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2018
Information System at STMIK TRIGUNA DHARMA
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2018
Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems at STMIK TRIGUNA DHARMA
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2018
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems at STMIK TRIGUNA DHARMA
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2018
Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems at STMIK TRIGUNA DHARMA
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2018
Bachelor's degree in Information System at STMIK TRIGUNA DHARMA
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2018
Information System at STMIK TRIGUNA DHARMA
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Other, Agriculture & Mining, Consumer Goods, Energy & Utilities, Education, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Travel & Hospitality, Wholesale & Distribution