Farwa Ahmad is a dynamic and experienced software engineer specializing in JavaScript, ReactJS, and frontend development. Her proficiency in a range of programming languages and frameworks is complemented by her strong foundation in HTML5, CSS3, and web performance, making her a formidable force in the tech industry. A native Urdu speaker with CEFR level C1 proficiency in English, Farwa excels in multicultural and diverse team environments.
Farwa’s entrepreneurial spirit is demonstrated through her founding of 'The Witty Mentor,' a non-profit for youth career development in Pakistan, and her recognition as a top performer in the Stanford-funded Amal Academy fellowship. Professionally, she has significantly contributed to projects at Dastgyr Technologies and Manaky Technologies, showcasing her ability to lead full development cycles with a focus on quality and efficiency.
With a solid academic background in Computer Science from the University of the Punjab, and practical skills honed through projects like 'E-Cure' and various web applications, Farwa stands out as a passionate and skilled frontend developer. Her commitment to professional growth and creating technology with a meaningful impact positions her uniquely in the tech industry.
Experience
Dastgyr Technologies
Jul 2022 – Jan 2024
Software Engineer
• Spearheaded development of the sales portal, elevating it to the company’s second most utilized tool, markedly enhancing operational efficiency and user engagement
• Streamlined portal performance using React-Query, lazy loading, and code splitting, resulting in a significant reduction in load times and enhanced user experience.
• Initiated and led the development of a custom CRM solution, increasing call efficiency by ~40%, customer satisfaction by 15%, and boosting sales conversions by 30% within a month
• Led a frontend team in a cross-functional Agile environment, fostering enhanced collaboration and delivering scalable, Scrum-aligned solutions
Manaky Technologies
Jul 2021 – May 2022
Software Engineer
• Instrumental in MVP development for a culture-focused startup, delivering key web and mobile features as part of a global team
• Co-developed flagship vehicle booking system, becoming the top-used feature and driving over 60% of company sales
• Managed full development cycle from design to QA and code reviews, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient project completion
University of the Punjab
Mar 2021 – Jul 2021
Teaching Assistant
Course: Database Systems
• Led MySQL instruction for 50+ students, developing customized assignments and quizzes, receiving positive student feedback
• Engineered a Python script to automate grading, boosting efficiency and facilitating more targeted, individualized student feedback
Education
University of the Punjab
– Jul 2021
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, Minors: Mathematics, Physics