Kamran Zafar

Handled requirement gathering, project estimations, and planning including timelines and budgets. Implemented Scrum and Agile methodologies to ensure successful project delivery. Communicated project progress and risks to stakeholders. Developed and iterated web products rapidly. Integrated client SaaS shift scheduling app with ADP for syncing and running payroll through API. Implemented new features for time zone handling and upgraded Heroku, Ruby, and Rails versions. Improved web accessibility and optimized marketing sites for better Google Page Speed scores. Worked extensively with Drupal for configuration, customization, custom module and theme development; also worked on Ruby on Rails development.

Responsible for research and development of new features; collaborated with cross-functional teams including marketing, product, content, project management, design, frontend, and QA. Managed communication via Slack, Jira, scrum and architecture calls. Ensured adherence to SDLC by creating Jira stories and tickets, conducting code and PR reviews, and participating in system architecture design. Implemented and optimized complex system solutions, enhanced CRM integration with Salesforce, developed custom REST APIs for the frontend app, and participated in upgrading Drupal from version 9 to 10. Utilized Platform.sh, Docker, DDev, Postgres, Mysql, Jira, and Bitbucket.

Ensured high-quality web development practices, managed Jira and GitHub issue queues, and provided feedback on estimates. Coordinated project activities and team-building. Designed projects and web architecture. Implemented third-party APIs including payment gateways such as Stripe and YouTube services. Led development of public/customer websites, admin panel, and internal staff websites with third-party integrations. Worked with Laravel framework including models, controllers, theming, migrations, routing, middleware, and localization. Conducted interviews and helped onboard new hires.