Hi, I'm Faisal, a Software Engineer with a background in Mechanical Engineering and over six years of experience in back-end PHP development for international SaaS platforms. I've independently built multiple scalable features like event systems and automated email services, and I enjoy mentoring junior engineers. I'm passionate about taking on new challenges and continuously learning. I am trilingual in English, German, and Arabic, and I blend my technical expertise with strong communication skills to deliver impactful software solutions. Outside of work, I enjoy creative activities like drawing and writing, and I am currently working on a personal project aimed at helping neurodivergent people manage their thoughts and goals through a mobile-first app.

Faisal Alalaiwat

Hi, I'm Faisal, a Software Engineer with a background in Mechanical Engineering and over six years of experience in back-end PHP development for international SaaS platforms. I've independently built multiple scalable features like event systems and automated email services, and I enjoy mentoring junior engineers. I'm passionate about taking on new challenges and continuously learning. I am trilingual in English, German, and Arabic, and I blend my technical expertise with strong communication skills to deliver impactful software solutions. Outside of work, I enjoy creative activities like drawing and writing, and I am currently working on a personal project aimed at helping neurodivergent people manage their thoughts and goals through a mobile-first app.

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Hi, I’m Faisal, a Software Engineer with a background in Mechanical Engineering and over six years of experience in back-end PHP development for international SaaS platforms. I’ve independently built multiple scalable features like event systems and automated email services, and I enjoy mentoring junior engineers. I’m passionate about taking on new challenges and continuously learning.

I am trilingual in English, German, and Arabic, and I blend my technical expertise with strong communication skills to deliver impactful software solutions. Outside of work, I enjoy creative activities like drawing and writing, and I am currently working on a personal project aimed at helping neurodivergent people manage their thoughts and goals through a mobile-first app.

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Language

English
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German
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Arabic
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Work Experience

PHP Developer at Chargecloud GmbH
July 1, 2022 - Present
Developed and maintained an over-the-air batch firmware update service used by over 80,000 chargepoints. Led the development of an e-commerce portal enabling clients to order and track configuration supplies like SIM cards and QR-Code stickers for their charging infrastructure. Mentored new recruits by introducing them to the product, best practices, and procedures.
Junior PHP Developer at Chargecloud GmbH
July 1, 2022 - July 16, 2025
Built and maintained the platform's first and only event system generating 10,000+ daily events, which were exported as emails, JSON payloads, or PDFs to over 2,000 user-specified endpoints, handling all data ingress and egress. Delivered client-specific features under tight deadlines, including a custom API gateway, AWS Lambda functions for event transcription, dynamic pricing based on rules, and a fleet-management subsystem for electric vehicle fleets.
Intern / Student Worker - PHP at Chargecloud GmbH
June 1, 2020 - July 16, 2025
Learned programming from no prior experience and designed a dashboard to track and display statistical data per location. Calculated KPIs like transactions and revenue per day, using user-defined expectation profiles to rate location performance, aiding clients in business decisions.
PHP Developer at Chargecloud GmbH
July 1, 2022 - Present
Developed and maintained OTA batch firmware update service for 80,000+ chargepoints. Led the development of an e-commerce portal allowing clients to order and track configuration supplies such as SIM cards and QR-code stickers for their charging infrastructure. Mentored multiple new recruits, introducing them to the product, best practices, and procedures.
Junior PHP Developer at Chargecloud GmbH
July 1, 2022 - July 16, 2025
Independently built and maintained the platform's first and only event system, generating 10,000+ events daily and exporting them as emails, JSON payloads, or PDFs to over 2000 user endpoints. Developed client-specific features under strict deadlines, including a new API gateway with custom authorization logic, AWS Lambda functions for event transcription, dynamic pricing modules, and fleet management tools.
Intern / Student Worker - PHP at Chargecloud GmbH
June 1, 2020 - July 16, 2025
Learned programming from scratch. Designed and built a per-location statistics dashboard calculating KPIs and performance ratings, helping clients compare network locations and make better business decisions.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering at Technische Hochschule Koeln
October 1, 2016 - June 30, 2020
Bachelor of Engineering at Technische Hochschule Koeln
October 1, 2016 - June 30, 2020

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Energy & Utilities, Computers & Electronics, Telecommunications

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