Software Engineer with 9+ Years Experience

NIBRAS SAFFAR

Dearborn Heights, MI 313-***-**** ******.******@*****.***

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/nibras-saffar-354501272 SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Software Engineer with 9+ years of experience in programming and systems analysis, supported by a Master of Science in Software Engineering. Strong background in full-stack development, RESTful APIs, and Agile/Scrum environments. Proven ability to design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions, automate workflows, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Programming Languages:

Python, Java, JavaScript, SQL, C++

Frameworks & Technologies:

Spring Boot, React, REST APIs

Databases:

SQL-based databases (MySQL / PostgreSQL – if applicable) Tools & Platforms:

Git, Docker, Jira

Software Engineering Practices:

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), SDLC, Agile/Scrum, Systems Analysis, Technical Documentation

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Software Engineering — 2025

University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit, MI

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science — 2007

Technical College of Management, Baghdad, Iraq

TECHNICAL PROJECTS

Full-Stack Web Application (Spring Boot & React)

● Designed and developed RESTful APIs using Spring Boot

● Implemented secure authentication and role-based access control

● Built responsive and reusable UI components using React

● Followed Agile methodology, including sprint planning and documentation

● Collaborated with team members to deliver a functional end-to-end system Data Processing & Visualization Application (Python)

● Processed and cleaned datasets using Pandas

● Developed data visualizations using Matplotlib

● Built dashboards to present insights and support decision-making

● Applied software engineering principles for maintainable and reusable code PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Programmer / Systems Analyst

Oil Ministry — Baghdad, Iraq

2007 – 2016

● Designed, developed, and maintained software solutions supporting enterprise operations

● Conducted systems analysis and translated business requirements into technical specifications

● Led and mentored a team of 5 programmers, providing technical guidance and code reviews

● Automated operational workflows, reducing manual effort by 30+ hours per month

● Prepared technical documentation, reports, and system manuals

● Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to troubleshoot issues and implement improvements

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

● Experience working in structured, enterprise-scale environments

● Strong documentation and communication skills

● Eligible for Junior to Mid-Level Software Engineer roles

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