Jan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 4 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Remote

Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 4 mos · Dubai · Hybrid

• ✨ Welcome to Places ✨
• It’s about reimagining how people discover and experience the city around them. We’re here to simplify the fragmented process of exploration, to empower individuals to connect with cafes, bars and restaurants in a highly personalised way.
• Your business can now be part of a digital north star. A platform to showcase everything you do to the millions of people exploring the city of Dubai.
• We’re crafting a future where every discovery is an opportunity for your business to grow.
• At Places, our “why” is to redefine the way we explore, creating experiences, one hyper-personalised discovery at a time.
• It’s time for you to tell the city “Find us on Places'

Sep 2023 – Jan 2024 · 4 mos · Oman · Remote

Jul 2021 – Sep 2023 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

• → Demonstrated extraordinary skill and exemplary leadership abilities, swiftly earning a well-deserved promotion to the role of Software Engineering Manager within a remarkably short span of one month.
• → Conceptualized and executed advanced evaluation methodologies, boosting product quality and operational efficiency, leading to seamless project rollouts.
• → Bridged functional boundaries by integrating efforts of engineering, product, and UX teams, culminating in the design of superior, user-focused software solutions.
• → Orchestrated strategic project planning across diverse portfolios, leading to optimal resource allocation, reduced bottlenecks and expedited development cycles.
• → Fostered a nurturing environment of growth and innovation by mentoring emerging software engineers, thereby accelerating their professional development and readiness for future tech trends.
• → Exhibited unparalleled leadership and project management skills in directing the successful execution of six critical projects, reinforcing the team's capacity for multitasking and maintaining control over dynamic project scopes.
• → Championed a feedback-oriented work culture, amplifying team efficiency and significantly hastening project completion timelines.

Oct 2018 – Jun 2021 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Hybrid

• → Received the esteemed 'Employee of the Year 2019' honor, symbolizing a steadfast commitment to excellence and surpassing expectations with exceptional performance.
• → Crafted a high-performing software ecosystem by orchestrating the development of cutting-edge databases, programs, and processes, amplifying organizational scalability and operational efficiency.
• → Revitalized outdated code bases through visionary leadership, ushering in a new era of development standards, resulting in enhanced system functionality and an unparalleled user experience.
• → Established an environment of transparency and trust by conducting impactful stakeholder meetings, delivering insightful project reports and progress updates, fostering collaboration and cohesive project execution.
• → Applied extensive technical acumen to conquer intricate technological challenges, catalyzing project progression and spearheading the successful launch of innovative initiatives.
• → Nurtured lasting customer relationships by proactively engaging with stakeholders, effectively addressing concerns, and integrating invaluable feedback into development cycles, aligning products seamlessly with user expectations.
• → Ensured holistic project oversight and uncompromising quality assurance throughout the systems development lifecycle, from meticulous requirement gathering to flawless production releases.
• → Collaborated synergistically with UI/UX designers to achieve a harmonious fusion of performance-driven design and exceptional aesthetics, culminating in an unparalleled user experience.

Nov 2017 – Jun 2018 · 7 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Hybrid

• → Exemplified exceptional leadership skills by guiding and motivating a dynamic software engineering team of 5 members, fostering a collaborative and empowering environment that fueled innovation and upheld the highest standards of technical excellence.
• → Implemented strategic scheduling frameworks, optimizing development timeframes to maximize efficiency, maintain consistent progress, and drive superior team performance throughout the project lifecycle. → Championed cross-functional collaborations with diverse teams and external partners, harnessing a collective wealth of knowledge and expertise to navigate intricate project landscapes with finesse.
• → Cultivated a high-performance culture by spearheading meticulous hiring processes, conducting insightful interviews, and orchestrating seamless onboarding and training programs that empowered team members to excel.
• → Architected visionary long-term development plans, meticulously tailored for complex multi-project and multi-team environments, ensuring streamlined operations, optimized resource allocation, and seamless project deliveries.
• → Pioneered the acquisition of top-tier technical subject matter experts, strategically assembling high- performing software development teams capable of surpassing project objectives at every phase.

Apr 2017 – Nov 2017 · 7 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Remote

• → Played a pivotal role in driving excellence throughout the entire systems development lifecycle, from meticulously capturing requirements to executing flawless production releases, culminating in superior product quality and alignment with precise business objectives.
• → Pioneered the development of ground-breaking databases, programs, and processes, orchestrating a seamless integration and implementation across the organization, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and elevated business performance.
• → Revolutionized user experience and management capabilities by conceptualizing and delivering intuitive interfaces that redefined industry standards, ensuring optimal ease of use for end users.
• → Demonstrated adaptability and versatility in software development by architecting robust solutions for both desktop and mobile operating systems, unlocking accessibility across diverse platforms and catering to a wide range of user preferences.

Jul 2016 – Apr 2017 · 9 mos · Dubai Emirate, United Arab Emirates · Hybrid

• → Engineered ground-breaking solutions by innovating the design of reusable and dependable code, specifically tailored for distributed cloud environments, bolstering application robustness and scalability to unprecedented heights.
• → Cultivated a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement by fostering open discussions with team members, proactively resolving challenges, and seamlessly integrating best practices into workflows, resulting in enhanced efficiency and optimized project outcomes.
• → Showcased remarkable versatility by spearheading the development of robust software solutions compatible with both desktop and mobile operating systems, ensuring seamless accessibility across multiple platforms and maximizing user reach.
• → Redefined user interactions and elevated satisfaction levels by envisioning and implementing intuitive graphical user interfaces that transcended industry norms, elevating the overall user experience to new frontiers of excellence.

Jul 2014 – Jul 2016 · 2 yrs · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · On-site

• → Ignited a technological revolution by spearheading the development of pioneering Network Testing applications, elevating network reliability and performance across the enterprise to unparalleled heights.
• → Excelled in a dual role as a visionary software developer, crafting both web and mobile applications that seamlessly blended form and function, delivering intuitive user experiences that set new industry benchmarks. → Demonstrated exceptional leadership and technical prowess by successfully managing the WebEOC system and actively contributing as a board developer, fostering efficient emergency operations and coordinated response efforts during critical situations.
• → Unleashed boundless creativity and technical expertise as a visionary 3D Animation and Motion Graphics Artist, captivating audiences with visually stunning and captivating digital content that left a lasting impact. → Revolutionized user interaction and engagement through the development of immersive 3D interactive applications, masterfully blending cutting-edge technology with captivating design elements, resulting in transformative user experiences.

Apr 2014 – Apr 2014 · 0 mo · Sharjah

• Lecturer of Advanced IOS Development workshop at University of Sharjah,  Department of Computer Sciences
• Duration: 3 hours in 1 day  Topics Covered:
• ­ Save & Load data locally algorithms using code generate text files  ­ Data control  skills
• ­ Database based IOS apps programming

Mar 2014 – Mar 2014 · 0 mo · Sharjah

• Lecturer of Android Development workshop at University of Sharjah, Department  of Management Information System
• Duration: 4 hours in 1 day  Topics Covered:
• ­ Intro to Java for Android on Eclipse   ­ Developer thinking skills
• ­ How to search for the right code  ­ Developing your first app on android

Sep 2013 – Sep 2013 · 0 mo · Sharjah

• Lecturer of 2D Games Development workshop at American University of Sharjah  , IEEE student’s branch
• Duration: 15 hours in 6 days
• Topics Covered:
• ­ Intro to Game Development   ­ Game Salad Engine Basics
• ­ Logical Programmer techniques  ­ Create your first 2d Game

Jun 2013 – Aug 2013 · 2 mos · Abu Dhabi

• → Transformed an initial internship opportunity into a highly sought-after full-time position, a testament to remarkable versatility, unwavering tenacity, and the ability to consistently exceed expectations.
• → Unleashed extraordinary talent in the realm of 3D modeling, sculpting intricate and lifelike models that elevated the art of visual storytelling, leaving audiences spellbound by their realism and attention to detail. → Mastered the delicate art of 3D texturing, infusing depth and authenticity into models, transcending visual boundaries and immersing viewers in captivating and visually rich experiences that delighted the senses.
• → Breathed life into projects through the creation of mesmerizing motion graphics, harnessing the power of movement and visual effects to transform ordinary elements into compelling visual narratives, resulting in a profound and lasting impact on viewers.