I am a Senior Full Stack Engineer with over 10 years of experience specializing in full-stack development, AWS, and DevOps infrastructure design. I thrive in fast-paced, iterative environments and am proficient in Agile methodologies, leading both frontend and backend development while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. I have a strong background in various programming languages, frameworks, and cloud technologies. Throughout my career, I have worked on diverse projects ranging from AI chatbot deployments for Fortune 100 companies to designing scalable AWS infrastructures and migrating legacy systems to modern microservices architectures. I enjoy mentoring junior developers and continuously promoting code quality and best practices within my teams.

Shakir King

I am a Senior Full Stack Engineer with over 10 years of experience specializing in full-stack development, AWS, and DevOps infrastructure design. I thrive in fast-paced, iterative environments and am proficient in Agile methodologies, leading both frontend and backend development while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. I have a strong background in various programming languages, frameworks, and cloud technologies. Throughout my career, I have worked on diverse projects ranging from AI chatbot deployments for Fortune 100 companies to designing scalable AWS infrastructures and migrating legacy systems to modern microservices architectures. I enjoy mentoring junior developers and continuously promoting code quality and best practices within my teams.

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I am a Senior Full Stack Engineer with over 10 years of experience specializing in full-stack development, AWS, and DevOps infrastructure design. I thrive in fast-paced, iterative environments and am proficient in Agile methodologies, leading both frontend and backend development while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. I have a strong background in various programming languages, frameworks, and cloud technologies.

Throughout my career, I have worked on diverse projects ranging from AI chatbot deployments for Fortune 100 companies to designing scalable AWS infrastructures and migrating legacy systems to modern microservices architectures. I enjoy mentoring junior developers and continuously promoting code quality and best practices within my teams.

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Work Experience

Senior Full Stack Engineer at Kaizen Software Systems Inc
September 1, 2020 - Present
Developed and maintained multiple backend systems, RESTful APIs, and microservices using technologies like Node.js, Express.js, Nest.js, Python (Django, Flask, FastAPI), and PHP/Laravel. Led frontend development with React.js, React Native, Angular, and Vue.js, enhancing user engagement and experience. Implemented Redux for state management in large-scale applications. Designed full-stack web applications using React, Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS. Improved application performance and SEO with Next.js and ISR. Developed PHP-based eCommerce solutions integrated with Salesforce CRM. Integrated third-party APIs, AWS services, and machine learning models. Architected PostgreSQL solutions with AWS RDS for high availability. Led migration from legacy systems to microservices with AWS and Docker. Refined backend systems using Go and Python paired with Zillow API. Implemented CI/CD pipelines and automated testing. Mentored junior developers and promoted coding best practices. Contributed to bac
AI Software Engineer at LUCA.ai
February 28, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Deployed AI chatbot solutions for Fortune 100 companies using Rasa and Google DialogFlow, streamlining operations and improving customer service. Developed tailored chatbots for critical applications such as airport ticketing, combining Rasa's flexibility with DialogFlow's NLP capabilities. Enhanced internal communications with AI-driven VoIP improvements using Google's ML technologies. Facilitated integrations with third-party and internal systems via Google Cloud APIs to automate processes and boost efficiency.
AWS Engineer at NextGen Healthcare
August 31, 2020 - July 31, 2025
Optimized data storage using Amazon DynamoDB, improving access times by 32%. Architected and deployed scalable AWS infrastructure with Fargate and ECS, reducing costs by 12% and increasing reliability. Developed backend services with Node.js and FastAPI, building robust RESTful APIs for frontend integration.
Senior Full Stack Developer | System Design Architect at Ravenna LLC
September 30, 2018 - July 31, 2025
Built scalable React.js frontend applications connected to Node.js and Express.js backend APIs. Designed backend services using Flask and FastAPI supporting RESTful APIs and real-time processing. Led legacy code migration improving performance and reducing load times. Focused on optimizing application performance resulting in faster load speeds and reduced bounce rates.
Full Stack Developer at Ravenna LLC
April 1, 2018 - July 31, 2025
Contributed to the development of web applications and microservices using React ecosystem. Crafted interactive mobile-friendly landing pages using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Vue.js, and Tailwind CSS. Implemented Figma/XD designs and conducted unit testing to optimize performance.
Senior Full Stack Engineer at Kaizen Software Systems Inc
September 1, 2020 - Present
Developed and maintained over 8 backend systems, RESTful APIs, and microservices using Node.js, Express.js, Nest.js, Python (Django, Flask, FastAPI), and PHP (Laravel). Designed user-friendly interfaces with React.js, React Native, Angular, and Vue.js to enhance user engagement. Led the implementation of Redux for state management and developed 8+ full-stack web applications using React, Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS. Enhanced application performance and SEO with Next.js and Incremental Static Regeneration. Created PHP-based eCommerce solutions integrated with Salesforce CRM. Integrated multiple third-party APIs, AWS services, and machine learning models. Designed PostgreSQL solutions with AWS RDS integration. Led migration of legacy systems to microservices architecture with AWS and Docker. Refactored Python code to Go for real estate skip tracing using Zillow API. Implemented CI/CD pipelines and automated testing, while mentoring junior developers and promoting best practices. Gained
AI Software Engineer at LUCA.ai
February 29, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Deployed AI chatbot solutions for Fortune 100 companies using open-source models such as Rasa and Google DialogFlow to enhance customer service and streamline operations. Developed bespoke chatbots for critical applications like airport ticketing integrating Rasa with DialogFlow's NLP capabilities. Improved internal communications with AI-driven enhancements on Asterisk-based VoIP systems, refining chatbot algorithms with Google ML technologies. Facilitated third-party integrations through Google Cloud APIs, automating business processes and improving operational efficiency.
AWS Engineer at NextGen Healthcare
August 31, 2020 - August 4, 2025
Optimized data storage using Amazon DynamoDB improving access times by 32%. Architected and deployed scalable AWS infrastructure with Fargate and ECS leading to 12% cost reduction and enhanced deployment reliability. Developed backend services with Node.js and FastAPI creating robust RESTful APIs for front-end integration.
Senior Full Stack Developer | System Design Architect at Ravenna LLC
September 30, 2018 - August 4, 2025
Built scalable React.js frontend applications integrated with Node.js and Express.js backend APIs. Designed Flask and FastAPI based backend services supporting RESTful APIs and real-time data processing. Led legacy codebase migration resulting in 15% performance improvements. Optimized application load speeds by 20% and reduced bounce rates by 15%.
Full Stack Developer at Ravenna LLC
April 1, 2018 - August 4, 2025
Contributed to development of 10+ web applications and microservices using React ecosystem. Crafted interactive, mobile-friendly landing pages with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Vue.js, and Tailwind CSS. Implemented Figma/XD designs and performed unit testing to optimize user experience.

Education

Bachelor’s degree at Lehman College
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at Lehman College
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Healthcare, Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Financial Services

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