Software Architect and Backend Engineer with 18+ years of experience designing distributed systems, scalable APIs, and cloud-native platforms across Java and modern Node.js/TypeScript ecosystems. Experienced in building high-throughput microservices, event-driven architectures, and AI-assisted knowledge systems. Recently focused on Hybrid Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) platforms, integrating LLMs, vector search, and structured enterprise data to deliver intelligent operational insights. Skilled in large-scale data ingestion, performance optimization, and resilient platform design, including Kafka-based event systems and PostgreSQL-backed transactional workflows.

Wahid Anwar

Software Architect and Backend Engineer with 18+ years of experience designing distributed systems, scalable APIs, and cloud-native platforms across Java and modern Node.js/TypeScript ecosystems. Experienced in building high-throughput microservices, event-driven architectures, and AI-assisted knowledge systems. Recently focused on Hybrid Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) platforms, integrating LLMs, vector search, and structured enterprise data to deliver intelligent operational insights. Skilled in large-scale data ingestion, performance optimization, and resilient platform design, including Kafka-based event systems and PostgreSQL-backed transactional workflows.

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Software Architect and Backend Engineer with 18+ years of experience designing distributed systems, scalable APIs, and cloud-native platforms across Java and modern Node.js/TypeScript ecosystems. Experienced in building high-throughput microservices, event-driven architectures, and AI-assisted knowledge systems.

Recently focused on Hybrid Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) platforms, integrating LLMs, vector search, and structured enterprise data to deliver intelligent operational insights. Skilled in large-scale data ingestion, performance optimization, and resilient platform design, including Kafka-based event systems and PostgreSQL-backed transactional workflows.

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Language

Bengali
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Work Experience

Senior Backend Engineer at D24
April 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Stabilized third-party payment integrations (PIX, UPI, etc.) across Asia and South America; delivered core cashout system enhancements; supported millions of transactions daily in high-volume environments.
Technical Lead at Fellow Digitals
August 1, 2019 - April 1, 2022
Led a team to resume and deliver critical functionalities in eLearning platforms (CoursePath, Collegia); directed Viadesk intranet migration; strengthened development processes and restored velocity after significant team attrition.
Senior Software Engineer at Metafour Ltd
October 1, 2017 - July 1, 2019
Designed and implemented a new pricing API, reducing response times 3x while migrating from monolith to microservices; expanded the Empower-hub e-ticketing platform by integrating new providers, enhancing customer adoption.
Lead Java Engineer at mPower Social Enterprises Ltd
June 1, 2013 - August 1, 2016
Delivered healthcare IT solutions with the Bangladesh Government, USAID, and Johns Hopkins; improved OpenSRP and ODK-based systems to enhance field healthcare data collection; contributed to the OpenSRP code camp.
Senior IT Engineer (AI Microservices)
June 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Migrated financial institution software from PHP to Java, modernizing CAPM Finance and IFIC Bank HRM platforms.
Senior IT Engineer at AI Micro Systems
June 1, 2012 - December 1, 2012
Migrated financial institution software from PHP to Java, modernizing CPM Finance and IFIC Bank HRM platforms.
Software Engineer at Together Initiatives Ltd
August 1, 2010 - May 1, 2012
Built J2ME-based mobile health apps for BRAC’s mHealth MNCH program, enhancing field health data collection and outreach.
Software Engineer at Maestro Ltd
April 1, 2008 - April 1, 2010
Enhanced ISP billing, VOIP, and broadband platforms, improving reliability and scalability.
Assistant Programmer at Grameen Communications
February 1, 2007 - March 1, 2008
Contributed to Grameen Bank web migration, supporting microfinance operations and related systems.

Education

B.Sc. in Computer Science at North South University, Bangladesh
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
M.Sc. in Computer Science (Data Science) at United International University
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026
B.Sc. in Computer Science at North South University
January 11, 2030 - July 13, 2026
M.Sc. in Computer Science (Data Science) (Ongoing) at United International University
January 11, 2030 - July 13, 2026

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Government, Healthcare, Financial Services