Hi, I'm Yousaf Shah, a results-driven software developer with hands-on experience throughout the full software development lifecycle. I specialize in creating secure, scalable, and maintainable technical solutions using languages like Java, Kotlin, and Python. I also have a strong foundation in cloud computing with AWS and Azure, as well as automation tools like CI/CD and GitHub Actions. I enjoy leading teams, optimizing performance, and adhering to high coding standards with a focus on security, testing, and documentation. Whether working on Android apps or Django web applications, I take pride in delivering quality software that meets client needs and drives business success.

Yousaf Shah

Hi, I'm Yousaf Shah, a results-driven software developer with hands-on experience throughout the full software development lifecycle. I specialize in creating secure, scalable, and maintainable technical solutions using languages like Java, Kotlin, and Python. I also have a strong foundation in cloud computing with AWS and Azure, as well as automation tools like CI/CD and GitHub Actions. I enjoy leading teams, optimizing performance, and adhering to high coding standards with a focus on security, testing, and documentation. Whether working on Android apps or Django web applications, I take pride in delivering quality software that meets client needs and drives business success.

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Hi, I’m Yousaf Shah, a results-driven software developer with hands-on experience throughout the full software development lifecycle. I specialize in creating secure, scalable, and maintainable technical solutions using languages like Java, Kotlin, and Python. I also have a strong foundation in cloud computing with AWS and Azure, as well as automation tools like CI/CD and GitHub Actions.

I enjoy leading teams, optimizing performance, and adhering to high coding standards with a focus on security, testing, and documentation. Whether working on Android apps or Django web applications, I take pride in delivering quality software that meets client needs and drives business success.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Freelance Android Developer at Self Employed
July 1, 2023 - Present
Designed, developed, and deployed a high-impact freelancing Android app, achieving 1,000+ downloads and consistent user growth. Engineered an intuitive, scalable, and high-performance mobile app using Java, Kotlin, Firebase, and SQLite. Engaged directly with clients to define project requirements and deliver tailored software solutions. Implemented secure authentication & RESTFul APIs, ensuring seamless user interaction and data protection. Optimized database design, queries, and offline support, reducing load times and enhancing user experience. Conducted rigorous automated testing utilizing Espresso and JUnit and CI/CD deployment ensuring 99.9% crash-free sessions.
Systems Administration Associate (Team Lead) - CO-OP at Civiconnect
August 31, 2022 - July 13, 2025
Led a team of 3 in developing 4 Django-based web applications, integrating Python, PostgreSQL, AWS Lightsail, and JavaScript. Spearheaded system analysis, database design, and optimization, reducing downtime by 20% through efficient system design and development. Managed Git-based version control, improving code quality and deployment speed by 35%. Conducted comprehensive testing to ensure system reliability and performance improvements. Implemented Agile methodologies, enhancing team productivity by 25%.
Systems Administration Associate - CO-OP at Civiconnect
December 31, 2021 - July 13, 2025
Collaborated in developing and deploying 5 web applications using Django, AWS, and PostgreSQL, ensuring adherence to SDLC best practices. Engineered complex SQL queries and indexing strategies, optimizing data retrieval speed. Conducted software testing, quality assurance, and efficient data storage solutions improving system reliability. Analyzed user workflows, identifying enhancements for better performance and usability.
Freelance Android Developer (Full-Time) at Self Employed
July 1, 2023 - Present
Translated client requirements into technical features for Android apps using Java & Kotlin and MVVM architecture. Integrated OpenAI API to enable AI-powered summarization and content interaction. Designed secure REST APIs using Firebase Auth and token-based authentication, ensuring data integrity and access control. Managed full SDLC by requirement gathering, API design, development, testing via JUnit, Espresso and CI/CD deployment via GitHub Actions. Reduced data loading time by 40% via local caching and offline persistence with SQLite. Achieved 99.9% crash-free sessions tracked with Firebase Crashlytics. Wrote API docs, release notes, and onboarding guides for client handoff.
Systems Administration Associate (Team Lead) - CO-OP (Full-Time) at Civiconnect
August 31, 2022 - July 28, 2025
Led 3-person team building 4 Django apps using Python, JavaScript, PostgreSQL, and AWS Lightsail. Designed normalized PostgreSQL schemas and managed migrations using Django ORM, ensuring smooth schema evolution across Agile sprints. Reduced backend downtime by 20% through database and query optimization. Built role-based APIs with Django REST Framework and JWT authentication. Improved deployment speed by 35% using Git branching and code reviews. Delivered ER diagrams, API specs, and internal technical documentation.
Systems Administration Associate - CO-OP (Full-Time) at Civiconnect
December 31, 2021 - July 28, 2025
Built 5 web apps using Django, PostgreSQL, and AWS in Agile sprints. Wrote SQL queries using JOINs, indexes, and CTEs reducing latency by 30%. Integrated third-party APIs and reusable Django components. Logged 15+ bugs in JIRA and supported regression testing across sprints, contributing to a 50% reduction in recurring issues and improved release stability. Improved UX by simplifying workflows and form validation logic, decreasing user input errors by 40% and reducing form completion time by 25%.

Education

BSc Computer Science Honours CO - OP at Brock University
January 1, 2020 - June 30, 2024
BSc Computer Science Honours at Brock University
January 1, 2020 - June 30, 2024

Qualifications

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
December 1, 2021 - December 31, 2027
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2027

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment

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