I'm a Senior Web Developer with 15+ years of experience building scalable web applications, including financial systems and data-intensive platforms. I specialize in PHP (Laravel) and have hands-on experience across React, TypeScript, Python, and Ruby on Rails. I focus on clean architecture, performance optimization, and maintainable code.

Shoaib Zafar

I'm a Senior Web Developer with 15+ years of experience building scalable web applications, including financial systems and data-intensive platforms. I specialize in PHP (Laravel) and have hands-on experience across React, TypeScript, Python, and Ruby on Rails. I focus on clean architecture, performance optimization, and maintainable code.

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I’m a Senior Web Developer with 15+ years of experience building scalable web applications, including financial systems and data-intensive platforms.

I specialize in PHP (Laravel) and have hands-on experience across React, TypeScript, Python, and Ruby on Rails. I focus on clean architecture, performance optimization, and maintainable code.

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Work Experience

Technical Lead at Lycus Inc.
January 1, 2023 - Present
Led the development of a financial bookkeeping platform, driving scalable architecture across backend and frontend systems. Designed and implemented robust API systems, improving service integration and data flow efficiency. Developed TypeScript-based web application components, ensuring performance, scalability, and code quality standards. Collaborated closely with the Ruby on Rails backend team to align system architecture and improve end-to-end reliability. Owned task planning, sprint execution, and delivery management using Jira, ensuring predictable and timely releases. Facilitated daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and team coordination meetings to maintain alignment and execution clarity. Acted as a primary stakeholder and client communication point, handling requirements, updates, and delivery expectations. Enforced code quality standards, performed reviews, and mentored junior engineers to strengthen team capability. Streamlined team communication and collaboration using Slack
Team Lead at Computan
September 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Led cross-functional collaboration between developers, QA, and project managers to deliver high-quality software solutions. Translated project specifications into scalable and maintainable technical designs aligned with client requirements. Mentored junior developers by introducing development standards, coding practices, and workflow discipline. Coordinated with project managers to define realistic sprint goals and delivery milestones for pre-release software. Modernized legacy codebases, improving maintainability, performance, and alignment with modern development practices. Resolved technical challenges through structured team discussions and implementation of best practices. Continuously improved team productivity by adopting and applying new tools, techniques, and workflows.
Software Engineer Developer at Highwater
November 1, 2017 - September 1, 2020
Contributed to system architecture and backend development using PHP, ensuring scalable and modular design. Designed and built API-centric infrastructure, improving system integration and extensibility. Collaborated with QA and development teams to deliver robust, high-performance solutions aligned with client needs. Reviewed technical requirements and translated them into efficient system designs and implementations. Integrated third-party services and tools to enhance application functionality and capabilities. Worked closely with stakeholders to provide progress updates and align development with project goals. Iteratively improved system design by incorporating new features and optimizing existing functionality.
Senior Software Engineer at Computan
September 1, 2016 - November 1, 2017
Collaborated with developers, QA, project managers, and clients to resolve complex technical issues. Designed and delivered scalable, high-performance software solutions aligned with client requirements. Translated project specifications into functional and maintainable system designs. Acted as a client-facing engineer, gathering feedback and ensuring alignment across development stages. Contributed to defining solution requirements and technical direction with stakeholders.
Senior Software Engineer at ZaaSoft
April 1, 2008 - September 1, 2016
Mentored and trained junior developers in PHP and software engineering best practices, improving team performance. Collaborated with cross-functional teams including QA, project managers, and clients to deliver reliable software solutions. Designed and implemented scalable, performance-focused applications based on client requirements. Reviewed project specifications and contributed to system architecture and technical design decisions.

Education

Bachelor of Science of Computer Science at COMSATS Institute of Information and Technology
August 1, 2002 - April 1, 2008

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Professional Services

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