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Awais Zahid

| (516) 707-3339
Merrick ,New York | [email protected]

Summary
Experienced Python backend developer proficient in Django and Flask frameworks. I am skilled in web app
development, RESTful APIs, and MVW frameworks like Django, JavaScript, and jQuery. Experienced with Python ORM
libraries, MySQL, UNIX, and Linux environments. Dedicated to continuous learning and staying current with
technology trends.

Skills
Programming: Python, Django, Flask, FastApi, RabbitMQ, Redis, JavaScript, Kubernetes, RESTful API, Django Rest
Framework, SQLAlchemy, Django ORM, Microservices, Docker, Elasticsearch, Angular,,Quartz, React
Database & Server: PostgreSQL, RDBMS, MySQL, GCP, AWS, MongoDB, NoSQL,
Tools & Software: Linux, PyCharm, Visual Studio Code, GitHub, Git, Jira, ServiceNow

Experience
SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER | ARBISOFT| DEC 2023- present
INSURIFY | DEC 2023 – MAR 2024

 Led the development of an insurance app deployed on AWS cloud infrastructure using Django Rest
Framework microservices, optimizing performance with Redis and MySQL.
 Designed and implemented REST microservices architecture, building REST APIs from scratch and leveraging
Kubernetes and Docker for seamless containerization and deployment.
 Championed Continuous Integration CI/CD practices, automating deployment pipelines for efficient software
delivery.
 Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to integrate third-party services and APIs seamlessly into the
application ecosystem.
 Enforced coding standards and promoted code reusability, contributing to the development of reusable
Django apps and components.
 Organized Django models, views, and templates for clarity and efficiency, ensuring maintainability of
codebase.
 Implemented robust user authentication and authorization mechanisms using Django's built-in features,
bolstering application security.
 Stayed abreast of advancements in AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Python, and Django, integrating cutting-edge
technologies to enhance development processes and outcomes.

TALENT INFUSION | APRIL 2024 - PRESENT

 Led development efforts for Talent Infusion project, a talent acquisition platform akin to LinkedIn, using
React.js and Next.js frameworks.
 Utilized Redis for caching and optimizing performance, while leveraging Google Cloud Platform for hosting
and MongoDB for data storage.
 Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement features, enhancing user experience and
streamlining hiring processes.
 Implemented real-time messaging functionality and user authentication features to ensure a secure and
seamless platform experience.
 Played a key role in the deployment and maintenance of the application infrastructure on Google Cloud
Platform, ensuring scalability and reliability.

Software engineer | STRIKEREADY | JUNE 2021 – DEC 2023


 Led development of a cybersecurity web application, integrating various appliances and managing migration
processes.
 Utilized Django, Flask, RabbitMQ, and PL/SQL and Quartz for efficient development.
 Implemented RESTful APIs and microservices using Flask and SQLALCHEMY.
 Orchestrated integration of cybersecurity appliances such as Fortinet FortiGate, SonicWall, Checkpoint, Fire
eye, and Exchange Server.
 Participated in penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to address potential security risks.
 Improved architecture through data transformation to Common Information Models (CIM).
 Containerized applications to adopt a microservices architecture using Kubernetes.
 Designed and configured databases and backend applications, optimizing system performance.
 Collaborated closely with frontend developers to integrate backend functionality seamlessly.
 Conducted thorough code reviews to maintain high-quality standards and address bugs proactively.
 Collaborated closely with the data engineering team to ensure seamless integration of backend functionality
with data processing pipelines.
 Worked with Elasticsearch for efficient data indexing and querying, enhancing search functionality and data
retrieval capabilities

Software engineer | PROGRAMMERS FORCE| JAN 2021 – MAY 2021


 Proficient in data pre-processing and post-processing techniques for machine learning pipelines, ensuring the
quality and suitability of input and output data.
 Executed model retraining strategies to enhance accuracy, demonstrating a commitment to continuous
improvement in machine learning models.
 Applied text pre-processing and post-processing techniques using regular expressions and Python for
augmented images, contributing to effective text data handling in machine learning projects.
 Specialized in the augmentation of various types of document images, showcasing a versatile skill set in
handling diverse data sources.
 Integrated Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques to enhance text processing capabilities and extract
meaningful insights from unstructured data.

Software engineer | SOFTECH SYSTEMS| OCT 2018 – JAN 2021


 Managed Oracle databases for a user base exceeding 100k, focusing on capacity planning and performance
tuning.
 Engaged in Oracle desktop software development, enhancing various applications.
 Developed tailored Oracle forms and reports for Pakistan Stock Exchange Brokers, specializing in financial
systems.
 Led Oracle Database projects for Pakistan Stock Exchange Brokers, creating PL/SQL procedures and triggers.
 Executed live deployments and provided ongoing support for software applications, ensuring seamless
integration and user satisfaction.
 Collaborated with senior developers to manage stored procedures, handle data feeds, and maintain the SQL
server platform.
 Contributed to Falcon Enterprise workflow development and testing, showcasing versatility in workflow
management.
 Played a key role in generating POTs, CSDLs, and CRs, covering the entire software development life cycle.

Education
BS IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY | AUG 2018 | PUCIT

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