Syed Usama Zaidi
Lahore
Summary
Highly motivated software engineer with a passion for creating efficient and innovative solutions. Skilled in full-stack development, utilizing cutting-edge technologies and frameworks. Seeking a challenging role to leverage technical expertise and collaborative mindset in contributing to the success of an ambitious software development team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineer
IT Barrels
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with the development team to design and implement user-friendly front-end interfaces using HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript
- Assisted in developing and maintaining Ruby on Rails backend components, ensuring seamless integration with the front-end
- Conducted rigorous testing to identify and fix bugs, improving application functionality and user experience
- Gained hands-on experience in version control using Git, ensuring efficient code management and collaboration within the team
- Led the development of several features in the company's flagship web application, utilizing Angular and Ruby on Rails
- Designed and optimized DynamoDB databases to handle large-scale data storage and retrieval in real-time
- Implemented Elasticsearch to enhance search functionality and enable quick access to critical data
- Developed scheduled tasks using SideKiq and SidekiqScheduler for automating background jobs and enhancing system efficiency
- Integrated dynamic forms to streamline user interactions, resulting in improved user engagement and data accuracy
Associate Software Engineer
IT Barrels
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Led the development of CashNow Middleware from inception to completion, building a robust API-fetching application using Ruby on Rails and integrated Hot Wire for real-time updates
- Implemented Rails Worker SideKiq to efficiently process background jobs, ensuring seamless data retrieval and processing
- Also make api
- Do FTP work so we can fetch FTP files and store on server
- Collaborated closely with the client to provide ongoing support for the CRB Monitor application, which involved bug fixing and adding new features to meet evolving requirements
- Conducted thorough query optimizations to enhance application performance, resulting in faster data retrieval and improved user experience
- Played a key role in weekly call sessions with the client, ensuring effective communication and alignment of project goals and progress updates
- Pioneered the development of ReadingLab, a dynamic web application that includes advanced features such as Dynamic Forms and real-time data updates using Rails Worker SideKiq and SidekiqScheduler
- Collaborated with the development team to implement a weather widget on the dashboard, providing users with up-to-date weather information for better planning and decision-making
- Introduced extensive test suites and conducted rigorous testing to ensure a bug-free and seamless user experience, resulting in positive user feedback
Education
BS - Software Engineering
Virtual University of Pakistan
03-2023
Skills
- HTML5
- CSS
- Javascript
- Ruby On Rails
- Git
- PHP
- Laravel
- My Sql
- ES Build
- Hot Wire
- Postgresql
- Nodejs
- Express
- Prisma
- JIRA
- Git proficiency
- Linux
Languages
Urdu
English
Hobbies and Interests
- Video Games
- Movies
- Cricket
- Table Tennis
Timeline
Software Engineer
IT Barrels
09.2021 - Current
Associate Software Engineer
IT Barrels
06.2020 - 08.2021
BS - Software Engineering
Virtual University of Pakistan
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