Syed H Zaidi

Columbia, MD • 1-443-***-**** • ad0ld5@r.postjobfree.com • linkedin.com/in/syed-hassan-zaidi

• https://www.syedzaidi.me/

Mern Stack Developer

Over the past 8 years, I've not only sharpened my technical skills as a MERN stack specialist but also developed crucial soft skills. My expertise in MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js is enhanced by my outstanding problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and commitment to teamwork. My knack for empathizing with users allows me to create digital solutions that truly connect. Whether working with startups or tech giants, I consistently act as a beacon of innovation, always challenging limits. WORK EXPERIENCE

Shell • 08/2021 - Present

Sr Software Engineer

• React SPA Development and Data Integration: Played a pivotal role in developing intuitive single-page applications using React JS.

• Ensured streamlined data access by encapsulating endpoints, which led to consistent and efficient data retrieval across Shell's digital platforms.

• Additionally, emphasized seamless backend communication through RESTful APIs to enhance user experience.

• Backed by a robust backend developed with Expressjs, Mongodb, and NodeJs, the platform is hosted on cloud services like AWS EC2. Version control and collaborative development were managed through Github, while Docker and Kubernetes ensured containerization and orchestration. The CI/CD Pipeline was meticulously set up to automate deployment processes, ensuring seamless updates and maintenance.

• Optimization with React Libraries: Drove optimizations in application logic using advanced React libraries, achieving improved responsiveness and user interactivity

• Security Enhancements with Node JS: Spearheaded the implementation of advanced user verification and authentication mechanisms, fortifying the security posture of Shell's digital interfaces.

• Architectural Leadership with React: Guided the architectural direction for key projects using React, setting standards and best practices for the team, ensuring scalability and maintainability Segue Technologies • 07/2018 - 08/2021

Software Engineer

• Crafting a Digital Canvas with Code: Through the alchemy of JavaScript, TypeScript, Redux and ReactJS, breathed life into “Boris Art.” More than just a platform, it’s a digital stage where every pixel pulsates with the passion of artists. With the heart of the platform beating in Expressjs, Mongodb, and NodeJs, artists from every corner of the globe find a sanctuary to let their art speak.

• Adaptability in React-Driven Frontend Development: Led frontend enhancements using React, focusing on user-centric design, resulting in improved user experience and positive feedback.

• Node.js & Express.JS Backend Enhancements: Contributed to the optimization of web applications backend using Node.js and Express.JS, ensuring robust functionalities and responsive performance

• API Design & Collaboration: Worked closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement APIs using Express.jS, enhancing data interactions and system integrations.

• MERN Best Practices: Advocated for and implemented MERN stack and also MEAN stack best practices, enhancing code quality and ensuring maintainable and scalable solutions

• Backend Expertise with MERN: Led backend initiatives using Node JS, Express JS, and MongoDB, harnessing the MERN stack's capabilities to deliver robust and scalable API solutions tailored for Segue's operational needs

• E-commerce Innovations with MERN: Participated in e-commerce application projects, integrating Process Engineering principles with the MERN stack to meet business requirements

• Emphasis on Modern Development: Supported the team's efforts in adopting modern development tools and methodologies, emphasizing continuous learning and improvement. Mindgrub • 05/2016 - 06/2018

Software Engineer

• Responsive Web Design: Specialized in crafting using Analytical Thinking, responsive web designs, ensuring a seamless user experience across various devices and browsers

• Collaboration with UX/UI Teams: Worked closely with UX/UI teams to integrate dynamic content, enhancing the interactivity and overall user experience of web applications.

• React-Based Development: Supported the design and development of web applications using React, contributing to user-centric design and robust frontend functionalities.

• Utilized a combination of HTML, CSS, SCSS, Bootstrap, Next Js, JavaScript and TailwindCSS to craft a visually appealing and responsive UI for the laboratory website.

• Implemented in-app purchase functionalities, enhancing the monetization strategy for react native mobile applications for both Android and IOS.

• Mobile Application Debugging: Assisted in the testing and debugging of mobile applications developed with React Native, contributing to a noticeable reduction in reported issues

• Code Quality & Best Practices: Actively participated in weekly code reviews, learning from senior developers and ensuring adherence to best practices within the MERN stack.

• Real-time Dashboard Contribution: Played a supporting role in the development of a real-time dashboard, enabling clients to effectively monitor key performance indicators and make informed decisions.

EDUCATION

Bachelor Of Science In Computer Science

University Of Maryland • 01/2012 - 12/2016

SKILLS

Adaptability, Analytical Thinking, API Design, Application Programming Interface, Architectural Leadership, Attention to Detail, AWS, AWS CloudFormation, Best Practice, Business Requirement, Code Review, Communication, Computer Security, Conflict Resolution, Consistent, Continuous integration, Cross Functional Skills, CSS, Data Access, Data Extraction, Data Integration, Decision Making, Design Development, E-commerce, Elastic Load Balancing, Express.js, External Communication, Front End Web Development, Git, GitHub, GraphQL, HTML, Interactivity, Intuitive, JavaScript, KPI, Leadership, Learning, Material Ui, MEAN Software, Mentoring, Microsoft Azure, Mobile Application, Mocha, MongoDB, Next.js, Node.JS, Problem Solving, Process Engineering, Project Management, React Native, ReactJS, Redux, Representational State Transfer, Responsive Web Design, Responsiveness, SASS, Scalability, Team Coordination, Teamwork, Time Management, TypeScript, User Interface Design, Web Application, Web Performance Optimization

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