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Hi, I’m Hafiz Shahzad Ali, a Senior iOS Developer with 10+ years of experience building secure, high-performance iOS apps for enterprise and consumer markets. I’m passionate about UI/UX, mobile security, and performance optimization, and I enjoy taking ideas from concept to App Store release.
I’ve collaborated with the UAE government on large-scale platforms and expanded my backend skills (ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server, Oracle) while continuing to contribute to iOS development. I’m an active Udemy instructor and YouTube creator teaching iOS development, and I’m open to opportunities in Dubai or remote roles to deliver impactful iOS solutions.
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Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
System Programmer / Backend Developer at Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratization
December 1, 2022 - PresentStrengthened iOS development skills while growing full-stack expertise by supporting backend development using ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server, and Oracle for public-facing platforms like Tasheel, Tazeez, and the MOHRE iOS app. Contributed to iOS app development focused on bug fixing, performance optimization, and feature enhancements with smooth backend integration. Expanded capabilities in system architecture, backend services, and mobile development within a leading UAE government organization.
Senior iOS / Mobile Engineer & Technical Team Lead at Powersoft19
November 30, 2022 - August 28, 2025Coordinated and communicated with clients, testing and technical teams to drive overall project growth. Streamlined the iOS app development processes, maintained and reviewed source codes, and managed app build uploads to the App Store and Test Flight.
Mobile App Developer (iOS | Swift | Objective-C) at Powersoft19
September 1, 2018 - August 28, 2025Developed multiple iOS applications from scratch using modern best practices, focused on debugging, testing, and deployment to the App Store. Reported project progress regularly to the technical team lead.
Embedded Software Engineer at Powersoft19
February 1, 2015 - August 28, 2025Designed and developed embedded software for various boards and chips, interfacing LCD panels with machine control units and displaying real-time engine processing using communication protocols such as UART, I2C, SPI, CAN and RTOS.
Internee at TECH DZYN SOLUTIONS
July 1, 2013 - August 28, 2025Worked on embedded DSP algorithm project for diesel level detection in nonlinear-shaped vessels by writing embedded software and applying data acquisition, probabilistic and stochastic techniques.
System Programmer / Backend Developer at Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratization
December 1, 2022 - PresentResponsible for backend development using ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server, and Oracle supporting public-facing platforms and the iOS MOHRE mobile app. Also contributed to iOS app development focusing on bug fixing, performance improvements, and feature enhancements, ensuring smooth backend integration. Gained expertise across system architecture, backend services, and iOS mobile development.
Senior iOS / Mobile Engineer & Technical Team Lead at Powersoft19
November 1, 2022 - August 30, 2025Coordinated and communicated with clients and technical teams for overall project growth, streamlined iOS app development, maintained and reviewed source code, and uploaded builds to App Store and Test Flight.
Mobile App Developer (iOS | Swift | Objective-C) at Powersoft19
September 1, 2018 - August 30, 2025Worked extensively on multiple iOS apps from scratch using best practices and modern techniques. Responsibilities included development, debugging, testing, deployment on App Store, and reporting progress to the technical team lead.
Embedded Software Engineer at Powersoft19
February 1, 2015 - August 30, 2025Designed and developed software for embedded boards and chips interfacing LCD panels with machine control units and visualizing real-time engine processing. Utilized communication protocols like UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, and RTOS.
Internee at TECH DZYN SOLUTIONS
July 1, 2013 - August 30, 2025Worked on an embedded DSP Algorithm project for Diesel Level measurement in a Non-Linear Shape Vessel. Responsibilities included embedded software writing and data acquisition using probabilistic and stochastic processes.
System Programmer / Backend Developer at Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratization
December 1, 2022 - PresentTo strengthen my iOS development skills and grow toward full-stack expertise, I supported public-facing platforms using ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server, and Oracle, enabling MOHRE Tasheel, Tazeez, and the MOHRE iOS app with bug fixing, performance improvements, and backend integration.
Senior iOS / Mobile Engineer & Technical Team Lead at Powersoft19
November 1, 2022 - September 19, 2025Co-ordination and communication with clients and technical teams, testing, and overseeing overall project growth. Streamlined the iOS application development process, maintained and reviewed source codes, and managed uploading builds to App Store and TestFlight.
Mobile App Developer (iOS | Swift | Objective-C) at Powersoft19
September 1, 2018 - September 19, 2025Extensively worked on multiple iOS mobile applications from scratch, developing apps using best practices, modern techniques, debugging, testing, deploying them on App Store, and reporting progress to Technical Team Lead.
Embedded Software Engineer at Powersoft19
February 1, 2015 - September 19, 2025Designing and developing software for various embedded boards and chips; interfacing LCD panels with machine control units and displaying real-time engine processing using UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, and RTOS.
Internee at TECH DZYN SOLUTIONS
July 1, 2013 - September 19, 2025Worked on embedded DSP algorithm projects for Diesel Level measurement on non-linear shapes; contributed by writing embedded software and data acquisition techniques; trained resources and contributed to international source code audits.
System Programmer / Backend Developer at Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratization
December 1, 2022 - PresentSupported public-facing platforms like Tasheel and Tazeez, and the MOHRE iOS app by implementing backend services in ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server, and Oracle; fixed bugs, improved performance, and integrated backend with iOS features to ensure smooth operation.
Senior iOS / Mobile Engineer & Technical Team Lead at Powersoft19
November 30, 2022 - September 25, 2025Coordinated client communications, supervised testing and technical teams, streamlined iOS app development, maintained and reviewed source code, and managed App Store and TestFlight submissions.
Mobile App Developer (iOS | Swift | Objective-C) at Powersoft19
September 30, 2018 - September 25, 2025Extensively worked on multiple iOS mobile applications from scratch, developing apps using best practices, modern techniques, debugging, testing, deploying to App Store, and reporting progress to the Technical Team Lead.
Embedded Software Engineer at Powersoft19
February 28, 2015 - September 25, 2025Designed and developed software for embedded boards and chips, interfacing LCD panels with machine control units, displaying real-time processing using UART, I2C, SPI, CAN and RTOS.
Intern at TECH DZYN SOLUTIONS
July 31, 2013 - September 25, 2025Worked on embedded DSP algorithms and data acquisition projects, gaining hands-on embedded development experience.
System Programmer / Backend Developer at Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation, United Arab Emirates
December 1, 2022 - PresentResponsible for backend development using ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server, and Oracle to support public-facing platforms such as Tasheel, Tazeez, and the MOHRE iOS app. Contributed to iOS development with bug fixes, performance improvements, and feature enhancements, ensuring smooth backend integration and alignment with enterprise security and data protection requirements.
Senior iOS / Mobile Engineer & Technical Team Lead at Powersoft19, Lahore Pakistan
November 1, 2022 - September 25, 2025Coordinated with clients and technical teams, streamlined iOS application development, maintained and reviewed source code, and managed App Store/TestFlight deployment. Led mobile development efforts and collaborated on end-to-end project delivery.
Mobile App Developer (iOS | Swift | Objective-C) at Powersoft19, Lahore Pakistan
September 1, 2018 - September 25, 2025Developed multiple iOS applications from scratch using best practices, modern techniques, and debugging skills. Responsible for testing, deploying to the App Store, and reporting progress to the Technical Team Lead.
Embedded Software Engineer at Powersoft19, Lahore Pakistan
February 1, 2015 - September 25, 2025Designed and developed software for embedded boards and chips, interfacing LCD panels with a machine control unit and displaying real-time processing using UART, I2C, SPI, CAN and RTOS.
Intern at TECH DZYN SOLUTIONS, Islamabad Pakistan
July 1, 2013 - September 25, 2025Worked on embedded DSP algorithms for diesel level measurement for a non-linear vessel, writing embedded software and performing data acquisition with probabilistic and stochastic techniques.
Education
BS in Electrical Engineering at University of Engineering & Technology Taxila
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013BS in Electrical Engineering at University of Engineering & Technology Taxila
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013BS in Electrical Engineering at University of Engineering & Technology Taxila
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013BS in Electrical Engineering at University of Engineering & Technology Taxila
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2013Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering at University of Engineering & Technology Taxila
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013Qualifications
Expo Protection Silver award for access control application security
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025Qualified for International source code audit
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025Industry Experience
Government, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment
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