Mehar Omar
C# /.Net /ReactJS Developer
**********@*****.*** 732-***-**** Katy, Texas, 77449
OBJECTIVE:
Motivated and results-oriented software engineer seeking to contribute to a dynamic organization by leveraging my technical expertise and innovative problem-solving skills to deliver impactful software solutions. Eager to collaborate with diverse teams and continue growing professionally in a challenging and forward-thinking environment.
SUMMARY:
●Full-Stack Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining scalable web applications using ASP.NET, C#, ReactJS, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. Strong backend expertise in .NET, Web API, and Entity Framework, combined with modern frontend development using ReactJS.
●Proficient in Microsoft Azure and Azure DevOps for cloud-based development, CI/CD automation, and application deployment. Experienced in database design and optimization with MS SQL Server and ADO.NET.
●Skilled in Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) with a proven ability to collaborate in distributed environments, including onshore and offshore teams. Successfully modernized legacy systems, reduced API latency by 80%, and led backend development efforts to meet tight delivery timelines.
●A proactive team player and technical mentor with a strong focus on code quality, pair programming, code reviews, and continuous improvement. Most recently served as a Senior Software Engineer leading backend initiatives in a cross-functional Agile team.
EDUCATION:
BS Computer Science Sep 2004- Aug 2008
TOOLS/TECHNOLOGIES:
●Languages & Frameworks: C#, ASP.NET, .NET Framework, .NET Core, MVC, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3.
●Front-End Libraries & Tools: ReactJS, MustacheJS, Moment.js, Lodash, AJAX, JSON.
●API Technologies: ASP.Net Web API, Entity Framework.
●Cloud & DevOps (Azure):
Azure Services: App Services, Application Insights, Key Vault,Azure Functions, Azure API Management, Azure Storage, Azure Open AI Service.
CI/CD: Azure DevOps, YAML-based CI/CD Pipelines.
●Database & Data Tools: Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Server Management Studio.
●Development Tools & IDEs: Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, Postman.
●Version Control: Git, TortoiseGit, Azure DevOps.
●Legacy Build & Release Tools: Team Foundation Server (TFS), Visual SourceSafe (VSS).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Senior Software Engineer
Bizmia Inc Iselin, NJ May 2018 – Present
●Lead development of scalable Web APIs using C#, ASP.NET WebAPI, supporting critical business systems across legal, healthcare, and education domains.
●Built and deployed applications on Azure App Service, using SQL Server and Entity Framework for secure and efficient data management.
●Set up CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps (YAML) to automate builds, testing, and deployments, improving release speed and reliability.
●Connected enterprise systems with Microsoft Graph API to send automated email notifications.
●Monitored applications through Application Insights with logging and real-time alerting, helping the team catch and resolve issues quickly.
●Improved performance of APIs and database queries, including reducing data latency by 80% in a healthcare application.
●Contributed to front-end development using React.js, delivering responsive and user-friendly interfaces.
●Helped reduce the backlog of bugs and improved team delivery speed by streamlining workflows and development practices.
●Worked closely with both onsite and offshore teams, actively taking part in sprint planning, code reviews, and Agile ceremonies.
Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Tekserve New York, NY Apr 2011 – Apr 2018
●Led software QA efforts for enterprise-level IT systems and consumer-facing applications in a high-demand consulting environment.
●Focused on manual testing and developing detailed test cases.
●Collaborated closely with developers and product teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.
●Utilized tools such as GitHub, SQL, and project tracking systems to manage test cycles and defect resolution.
●Contributed to software project management and quality planning for hardware/software integrations.
Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Websense (now part of Forcepoint) – San Diego, CA Mar 2010 – Apr 2011
●Performed manual testing of IT systems and consumer applications at Websense (now Forcepoint).
●Developed test cases to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
●Collaborated with developers and product teams to maintain software quality.
●Used GitHub, SQL, and project management tools to manage test cycles and track defects.
●Supported project coordination and quality planning for hardware/software integrations
SCM (Software Configuration Management) Engineer
SENSYS Inc – Lahore, Pakistan Nov 2008 – Dec 2009
●Managed source code repositories and build/release pipelines using Visual SourceSafe (VSS) and Team Foundation Server.
●Developed scripts and configuration processes to ensure consistent, version-controlled deployments.
●Supported cross-functional teams in software design, versioning, and release coordination.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Work Authorization: US Citizen, authorized to work anywhere in the United States.
Languages:English, Urdu, Hindi.